With BMW a premium vehicle brand, drivers can use any tyres that are the correct tyre size and suitable for the climate they are driving in. However, a vehicle is only as good as the tyre it drives on, with premium tyres supporting optimum performance across the range of different BMW vehicles. Some of the notable brands that BMW recommends include Goodyear, Michelin, Bridgestone, and Pirelli. Continental is another premium brand that offers a high-performance driving experience across its range of seasonal and all-season tyres.
Any tyre which is BMW approved will have a star symbol on its sidewall. This means it has been manufactured and tested under BMW’s rigorous standards, and has been deemed safe and suitable for high-performance driving.
BMW manufactures a series of cars and motorcycles. The most popular motorcycles include the BMW R 1250 GS for off-road driving, the BMW S 1000 RR high-performance motorcycle, and the BMW R nineT which derives from classic BMW bikes with a striking aesthetic and authentic rider experience.
The most popular cars include the BMW 4 Series, the BMW X1 and BMW X2 luxury SUVs, the BMW Z4 with sporty handling, and the BMW i4 which is the brand’s answer to electric driving.
The tyre size for your BMW will depend on the vehicle. This information can be found in the vehicle handbook, or on the sidewall of your existing / old tyres.
BMW tyres, like all other premium tyres, are built to last. However, the durability and lifespan of all tyres depends on driving behaviour, ensuring you have the right tyre size, proper maintenance, and matching tyres to the terrain and weather / season. Off-road driving can often demand the rugged design of BMW winter tyres, while summer tyres boast the traction needed to navigate wet and dry roads. If the tread depth is running low, drivers need to be aware of the implications of that on their annual MOT, accessing new tyres for their BMW car before the next test.
For off-road BMW driving, drivers need tyres which are rugged and sturdy and offer good grip. Some popular examples include the Pirelli Scorpion All-Terrain Plus tyres, and Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure tyres.
