BMW X3 Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The BMW X3 used 5x112 mm and 5x120 mm bolt pattern variations from 2004 to 2026 along with tire diameters ranging from 27.0" to 29.4" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific BMW X3 years and options. In this case, 145/60R20, 145/65R20, 155/85R18 and 175/70R20 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct BMW X3 spare tire.
2025-2026 BMW X3 Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW X3 began in 2025 and is still the current model being produced. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The Standard models include M Sport versions and the M50 models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-29" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| M50 | 5x112 mm | 28.9-29" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2025 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-29" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| M50 | 5x112 mm | 28.9-29" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" |
2018-2024 BMW X3 Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW X3 began in 2018 and was available through 2024. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The Standard models include M Sport versions, and the M models include Competition versions. The M40i models are listed individually and any xDrive option does not change the recommended spare tire.
There was a facelift redesign in 2022 that altered the appearance but it had no impact on the spare tire fitment specifically.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| X3 M | 5x112 mm | 29-29.4" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2023 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| X3 M | 5x112 mm | 29-29.4" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2022 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| X3 M | 5x112 mm | 29-29.4" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2021 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| X3 M | 5x112 mm | 29-29.4" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2020 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| X3 M | 5x112 mm | 29-29.4" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2019 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" | ||
| 2018 | BMW | X3 | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| M40i | 5x112 mm | 28.6-28.7" | 175/70R20 | 29.6" |
2011-2017 BMW X3 Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW X3 began in 2011 and was available through 2017. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including M Sport and xDrive versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2015 that altered the appearance but it had no impact on the spare tire fitment specifically.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2016 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2015 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2014 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2013 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2012 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2011 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
2004-2010 BMW X3 Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW X3 began in 2004 and was available through 2010. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including Sport Package versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2007 that changed the appearance, but it does not affect the spare tire recommendation.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2009 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2008 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2007 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2006 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2005 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2004 | BMW | X3 | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |