BMW 3 Series wheel fitment — VI F30/F31/F34
Overview
The sixth generation of the BMW 3 Series, known as F30 (sedan), F31 (Touring), and F34 (Gran Turismo), was produced from October 2011 to 2019. This generation marked a significant shift with all models powered by turbocharged engines exclusively and the introduction of electric power steering. The F30 sedan, launched in February 2012, was followed by the Touring (F31) and Gran Turismo (F34). A long-wheelbase version (F35) was produced for the Chinese market. Notable changes included a facelift in 2016 introducing new engines and features such as LED headlights and revised suspension.
BMW 3 Series wheel fitment
Start with the hub. The BMW 3 Series VI (F30/F31/F34) spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for BMW 3 Series wheel fitment.
| 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.
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.
That makes BMW 3 Series wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it here.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
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.
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 | 2013–2016 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The F30 generation saw the introduction of the BMW M3 (F80) in 2014, powered by the S55 twin-turbocharged straight-six engine. The ActiveHybrid 3 was introduced in 2012, followed by the plug-in hybrid 330e iPerformance in 2016. Production of the F30 sedan and Touring ended in 2019 with the introduction of the G20 generation, while the Gran Turismo continued until early 2020.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Turbocharged engines exclusively, electric power steering, improved aerodynamics, advanced safety features
- Cons: Increased complexity with turbocharging and hybrid options, higher maintenance costs for some models
- Common issues: None specified in reference