What size wheels fit a BMW 2 Series G42?

Roughly 6.5J–8J (ET23–ET45); staggered setups run 7.5J–9J rear.

How many BMW 2 Series are there on UK roads?

Approximately 144,594 BMW 2 Series are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

BMW 2 Series G42 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2014–present

TL;DR — The BMW 2 Series G42 (2014–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14 x 1.25 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–8J wheels at ET23–ET45 front; staggered setups run 7.5J–9J rear (ET33–ET45).

Overview

The BMW 2 Series G42 is a subcompact executive car manufactured by BMW from July 2021 to present. It is built on the CLAR platform, offering rear-wheel drive with a roughly 50-50 weight distribution. The second generation of the 2 Series coupé, it succeeds the F22/F23 models and includes performance variants like the M240i xDrive. Produced exclusively in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, this model marks BMW's first vehicle designed by its Mexican division.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	66.6 mm
Bolt / thread	M14 x 1.25 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	140 Nm
Seat type	tapered
Factory setup	staggered
TPMS	direct

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	6.5J–8J	ET23–ET45
Rear (staggered)	7.5J–9J	ET33–ET45

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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UK popularity & demand

~144,594 BMW 2 Series licensed on UK roads — top 3% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 144,594 BMW 2 Series on UK roads, placing it in the top 3% of car models by volume across our fitment database. That makes its wheel fitment a high-demand size to keep in stock — one reason we track its exact spec here.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Engines & drivetrain

Variant	Engine	Fuel	Power	Drive
M240i xDrive	3.0L B58 petrol engine	petrol	374 hp	xDrive
230i	2.0L B48 petrol engine	petrol	258 hp	RWD
220d	2.0L B47 turbo diesel	diesel	190 hp	RWD
220i	2.0L B48 petrol engine	petrol	184 hp	RWD

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
220i	184 hp	7.5 s	139 mph
230i	258 hp	5.7 s	155 mph
M240i xDrive	374 hp	4.4 s	155 mph

Dimensions

Length	4569 mm
Width	1800 mm
Height	1372 mm
Wheelbase	2741 mm

Body styles & production

Body styles	Coupé
Produced	2014–present

Trim levels

220d220i230iM240i xDrive

Factory colours

Alpine White IIIBlack Sapphire MetallicJet BlackHavanna MetallicCashmere Silver MetallicMelbourne Red MetallicDeep Sea Blue MetallicGlaciersilber II MetallicImperial Blue MetallicOrion Silver MetallicMineral White PearlMidnight Blue MetallicMineralgrau MetallicLiquid Blue MetallicValencia Orange MetallicEstorilblau II MetallicSparkling Brown MetallicGlaciersilber Metallic Matte - Low GlossMoonlight Silver MetallicBlau Metallic Matte

History & notable variants

In July 2021, BMW introduced the second generation of the 2 Series coupé (G42), marking a shift from the previous F22/F23 models. The G42 is built on the CLAR platform and features advanced engine options shared with other BMW models like the 3 Series and 4 Series. Notable for its absence of manual transmission and convertible variants, it includes high-performance versions such as the M240i xDrive.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Advanced CLAR platform, high-performance variants available, rear-wheel drive configuration
Cons: No manual transmission option, no convertible variant offered