BMW 3 Series wheel fitment — VI LCI F30/F31/F34
Overview
The sixth generation BMW 3 Series, also known as the F30 series (sedan), F31 (Touring), and F34 (Gran Turismo), was produced from October 2011 to October 2018. This generation marked a significant shift with turbocharged engines exclusively and electric power steering replacing hydraulic systems. The sedan, Touring wagon, and Gran Turismo models were manufactured in various BMW plants globally, including Germany, South Africa, China, India, Brazil, Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Egypt.
History & notable variants
The F30 generation was unveiled on October 14, 2011. Notable changes included the introduction of a three-cylinder engine in 2015 and a plug-in hybrid variant in 2016. The M3 (F80) model debuted in 2014 with a twin-turbocharged straight-six engine. Production ended in October 2019, succeeded by the G20 generation.
BMW 3 Series wheel fitment
Everything below is what the fit-check uses for BMW 3 Series wheel fitment: the factory bolt spec first, then the width and offset window that clears the arches and the brakes on the BMW 3 Series VI LCI (F30/F31/F34).
| 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 | 6.5J–8.5J | ET24–ET45 |
| Rear (staggered) | 8J–10J | ET33–ET50 |
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.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316i | N13B16, straight-4 | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 318i | B38B15, straight-3 | petrol | 100 kW (136 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 320i | N20B20, straight-4 | petrol | 135 kW (184 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 320i | B48B20, straight-4 | petrol | 135 kW (184 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 320i EfficientDynamics | N13B16, straight-4 | petrol | 125 kW (170 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 328i | N20B20, straight-4 | petrol | 180 kW (245 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 330i | B48B20, straight-4 | petrol | 185 kW (252 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 335i | N55B30M0, straight-6 | petrol | 225 kW (306 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 340i | B58B30M0, straight-6 | petrol | 240 kW (326 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| M3 (F80) | S55B30, straight-6 | petrol | 317 kW (431 PS) | 2014 to 2020 |
| M3 Competition (F80) | S55B30, straight-6 | petrol | 331 kW (450 PS) | 2016 to 2020 |
| M3 CS (F80) | S55B30, straight-6 | petrol | 338 kW (460 PS) | 2018 to 2020 |
| 316d | N47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 316d | B47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 318d | N47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 105 kW (143 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 318d | B47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 320d | N47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 135 kW (184 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 320d | B47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 140 kW (190 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 320d EfficientDynamics | N47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 120 kW (163 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 320d EfficientDynamics | B47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 120 kW (163 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 325d | N47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 160 kW (218 PS) | 2013 to 2015 |
| 325d | B47D20, straight-4 | diesel | 165 kW (224 PS) | 2015 to 2019 |
| 330d | N57D30O1, straight-6 | diesel | 190 kW (258 PS) | 2012 to 2019 |
| 335d | N57D30T1, straight-6 | diesel | 230 kW (313 PS) | 2013 to 2019 |
| ActiveHybrid 3 | N55B30HP, straight-6 +, electric motor | hybrid | 250 kW (340 PS) | 2012 to 2015 |
| 330e iPerformance | B48B20, straight-4 +, electric motor | phev | 185 kW (252 PS) | 2015 to 2018 |
Source: BMW 3 Series (F30), en.wikipedia.org.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 467,458 BMW 3 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 3 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.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,624 to 4,824 mm |
| Width | 1,811 to 1,828 mm |
| Height | 1,429 to 1,508 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 to 2,920 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,385 to 1,820 kg |
Source: BMW 3 Series (F30), en.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Body styles | 4-door sedan (F30/F35), 5-door wagon (F31), 5-door fastback (F34) |
| Produced | 2015–2019 |
Factory colours
Trim levels
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Turbocharged engines exclusively, electric power steering, improved interior space and comfort
- Cons: Initial reliability issues with some engine variants, limited rear visibility in the Gran Turismo model
- Common issues: Engine oil leaks, transmission problems