BMW 1 Series wheel fitment — I LCI E82/E88
BMW 1 Series wheel fitment
BMW 1 Series wheel fitment comes down to two things: the factory hub spec, and how far the aftermarket width and offset can move from it. Both are here for the BMW 1 Series I LCI (E82/E88) (2011–2013).
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x120 |
| Centre bore | 72.6 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14 x 1.25 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 140 Nm |
| Seat type | tapered |
| Factory setup | staggered |
| TPMS | none |
| Run-flat | Yes |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 6J–8J | ET22–ET45 |
| Rear (staggered) | 7J–8.5J | ET33–ET45 |
Width and offset move together: roughly 8 to 10 ET more for every extra 1J keeps the wheel inside the arch. Final offset and any spacer come from the fit-check.
Overview
The BMW 1 Series is a range of subcompact executive cars (C-segment) manufactured by BMW since 2004. It succeeded the BMW 3 Series Compact and is currently in its fourth generation, positioned as the entry-level model in BMW's product lineup. The first generation was produced in hatchback, coupé, and convertible body styles but since 2014, the coupé and convertible models have been marketed separately under the BMW 2 Series nameplate. A four-door sedan variant for the Chinese market began production in 2017 using a front-wheel drive platform. The series transitioned from rear-wheel to front-wheel drive configurations with all-wheel drive options available since 2012.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 397,465 BMW 1 Series on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
A parc that size is why BMW 1 Series wheel fitment is worth getting exactly right: a lot of owners are shopping for these numbers.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
History & notable variants
The first generation (E8x) was produced from 2004 to 2013 and featured rare rear-wheel drive in the hatchback segment, offering a range of engine types including turbo-diesel, naturally aspirated petrol, and six-cylinder engines. The high-performance variant, BMW 1 Series M Coupé, was introduced for this generation but discontinued with the coupé model's replacement by the 2 Series. The second generation (F20/F21) continued until 2019, maintaining rear-wheel drive while introducing inline-three engine options and optional all-wheel drive. In 2019, the third generation (F40) switched to a front-wheel drive layout with shared platforms for various BMW models. The fourth generation (F70), unveiled in June 2024, is a heavy refresh of its predecessor.
Body styles & production
| Produced | 2011–2013 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Unique rear-wheel drive configuration in the hatchback segment for earlier generations; High-performance variants available
- Cons: Limited availability of certain body styles and performance models outside Europe