BMW 1 Series wheel fitment — II LCI F20/F21
BMW 1 Series wheel fitment
BMW 1 Series wheel fitment for the BMW 1 Series II LCI (F20/F21) (2011–2024): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| 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 | direct |
| Run-flat | Yes |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 6J–8J | ET22–ET45 |
| Rear (staggered) | 7J–8.5J | ET33–ET45 |
As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8 to 10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.
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.
With that many on the road, BMW 1 Series wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Overview
The second generation of the BMW 1 Series includes the F20 (5-door hatchback) and F21 (3-door hatchback), produced by BMW from September 2011 to May 2019. It is built on the BMW L7 platform, offering rear-wheel drive as standard with optional all-wheel drive xDrive. Unlike its competitors, it uses a front-engine layout for most models and was the first 1 Series to offer an optional all-wheel-drive system.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,324 to 4,329 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,421 to 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,375 to 1,620 kg |
Source: BMW F20, de.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Body styles | 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback |
| Produced | 2011–2024 |
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114i | Ottomotor, 1,598 cc | petrol | 75 kW (102 PS) | RWD, 2012 to 2015 |
| 116i | Ottomotor, 1,499 cc | petrol | 80 kW (109 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 116i | Ottomotor, 1,499 cc | petrol | 80 kW (109 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 116i | Ottomotor, 1,598 cc | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | RWD, 2011 to 2015 |
| 118i | Ottomotor, 1,598 cc | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | RWD, 2015 |
| 118i | Ottomotor, 1,499 cc | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 118i | Ottomotor, 1,499 cc | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 118i | Ottomotor, 1,598 cc | petrol | 125 kW (170 PS) | RWD, 2011 to 2015 |
| 120i | Ottomotor, 1,598 cc | petrol | 130 kW (177 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2016 |
| 120i | Ottomotor, 1,998 cc | petrol | 135 kW (184 PS) | RWD, 2016 to 2018 |
| 120i | Ottomotor, 1,998 cc | petrol | 135 kW (184 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 125i | Ottomotor, 1,997 cc | petrol | 160 kW (218 PS) | RWD, 2012 to 2016 |
| 125i | Ottomotor, 1,998 cc | petrol | 165 kW (224 PS) | RWD, 2016 to 2018 |
| 125i | Ottomotor, 1,998 cc | petrol | 165 kW (224 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| M135i | Ottomotor, 2,979 cc | petrol | 235 kW (320 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2012 to 2015 |
| M135i | Ottomotor, 2,979 cc | petrol | 240 kW (326 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2015 to 2016 |
| M140i | Ottomotor, 2,998 cc | petrol | 250 kW (340 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2016 to 2018 |
| M140i | Ottomotor, 2,998 cc | petrol | 250 kW (340 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 114d | Dieselmotor, 1,598 cc | diesel | 70 kW (95 PS) | RWD, 2012 to 2019 |
| 116d | Dieselmotor, 1,496 cc | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 116d | Dieselmotor, 1,496 cc | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 116d EfficientDynamics Edition | Dieselmotor, 1,598 cc | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | RWD, 2012 to 2015 |
| 116d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | RWD, 2011 to 2015 |
| 118d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 105 kW (143 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2011 to 2015 |
| 118d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 118d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 120d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 135 kW (184 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2011 to 2015 |
| 120d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 140 kW (190 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 120d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 140 kW (190 PS) | RWD or AWD, 2018 to 2019 |
| 125d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 160 kW (218 PS) | RWD, 2012 to 2015 |
| 125d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 165 kW (224 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| 125d | Dieselmotor, 1,995 cc | diesel | 165 kW (224 PS) | RWD, 2018 to 2019 |
Source: BMW F20, de.wikipedia.org.
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The F20/F21 generation introduced inline-four petrol, diesel engines, and inline-six petrol options in 2015, adding inline-three petrol and diesel variants. Notable facelift changes (LCI) were made in 2015 with revised bumpers, tail-lights, LED directional headlights, and engine updates. The M140i replaced the M135i in 2016, featuring a more powerful inline-six engine. In motorsport, it won multiple titles in the British Touring Car Championship from 2013 to 2020.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Strong engine options, rear-wheel drive layout, optional all-wheel drive xDrive
- Cons: Higher fuel consumption compared to front-wheel-drive competitors