What size wheels fit a BMW i5 G60/G61/G68?

Roughly 8.5J–9J (ET22–ET36); staggered setups run 9.5J–10J rear.

How many BMW i5 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 8,372 BMW i5 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

BMW i5 G60/G61/G68 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2024–2024

TL;DR — The BMW i5 G60/G61/G68 (2024–2024) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14 x 1.25 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~8.5J–9J wheels at ET22–ET36 front; staggered setups run 9.5J–10J rear (ET40–ET50).

Overview

The BMW 5 Series (G60) represents the eighth generation of this executive car series manufactured by BMW since July 2023. It is built on an updated version of the rear-wheel drive Cluster Architecture (CLAR) platform, shared with the larger G70 7 Series. The lineup includes the G60 saloon, G61 estate (Touring), and the long-wheelbase G68 model exclusive to China. This generation introduces a battery electric powertrain variant called 'i5', offering three models: eDrive40, xDrive40, and M60 xDrive.

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	8.5J–9J	ET22–ET36
Rear (staggered)	9.5J–10J	ET40–ET50

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

~8,372 BMW i5 licensed on UK roads — top 15% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 8,372 BMW i5 on UK roads, placing it in the top 15% 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
530i	2.0L B48 turbo petrol	petrol	255 hp	RWD
530i xDrive	2.0L B48 turbo petrol	petrol	255 hp	xDrive
520i	2.0L B48 turbo petrol	petrol	205 hp	RWD
530e	2.0L B48 turbo petrol	hybrid	190 hp	RWD

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
520i	205 hp	7.5 s	139 mph
530i	255 hp	5.9 s	155 mph
530i xDrive	255 hp	5.8 s	154 mph
530e	190 hp	6.2 s	137 mph

Dimensions

Length	5060 mm
Width	1900 mm
Height	1515 mm
Wheelbase	2995 mm

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon, Touring (estate), Long-wheelbase saloon
Produced	2024–2024

Trim levels

520i530i540i xDrive550e xDrivei5 eDrive40i5 xDrive40i5 M60

Factory colours

Alpinweiss IIICarbon Black MetallicBlack Sapphire MetallicDark Graphite MetallicMineral White PearlPhytonic Blue Pearl MetallicPortimao Blue MetallicTanzanite Blue II MetallicOxidgrau II MetallicSage Green MetallicCape York Green MetallicBrooklyn Grau MetallicFrozen Pure Grey MetallicFrozen Pure MetallicFrozen Pure Gray MetallicFrozen Deep Grey Metallic MatteMineralrot MetallicVegas Red MetallicAlpine White IIIBrooklyn Gray

History & notable variants

Development of the BMW 5 Series (G60) began with testing in February 2022, including rigorous winter tests in Arjeplog, Sweden. The car was officially revealed on May 24, 2023, and production commenced at Dingolfing Plant in July 2023. Sales started in October of the same year. The G61 Touring variant debuted in February 2024.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Advanced iDrive 8.5 infotainment system, improved aerodynamics, enhanced electric motor efficiency
Cons: Limited availability of diesel models in certain markets, higher cost for premium features