BMW 528e Spare Tire Sizes

The BMW 528e has used a 5x120mm bolt pattern for all models from 1982 to 1988 along with a tire diameter of 24.7" tall. Using a temporary spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications. Tire diameter as well as wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for BMW 528e spare tire selections. In this case, a 125/70R18 temporary spare tire is the recommendation for all applications.

YearMakeModelBolt
Pattern
Tire
Diameters
Recommended
Spare
1988BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1987BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1986BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1985BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1984BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1983BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
1982BMW528e
5-120
24.7"
125/70R18 | 24.9"
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