What size wheels fit a BMW M5 IV (E60/E61)?

Roughly 8J–9.5J (ET5–ET27).

How many BMW M5 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 6,002 BMW M5 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

BMW M5 IV (E60/E61) — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1984–present

TL;DR — The BMW M5 IV (E60/E61) (1984–present) uses a 5x120 bolt pattern, 72.6 mm centre bore, M12 x 1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~8J–9.5J wheels at ET5–ET27.

Overview

The BMW M5 is a high-performance version of the BMW 5 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. It has been continuously produced in saloon body style since 1984 with occasional gaps in production (1995 to 1998, 2023 to 2024). The first generation was based on the E28 chassis and featured a modified engine from the M1 sports car. Subsequent generations have seen improvements in performance, technology, and design.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x120
Centre bore	72.6 mm
Bolt / thread	M12 x 1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	120 Nm
Seat type	tapered
Factory setup	square
TPMS	none

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	8J–9.5J	ET5–ET27

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

~6,002 BMW M5 licensed on UK roads — top 17% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 6,002 BMW M5 on UK roads, placing it in the top 17% 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
S38B35	3.5L straight-six engine	petrol	256 hp	RWD
S38B38	3.8L straight-six engine	petrol	250 hp	RWD
S38B36	3.6L straight-six engine	petrol	232 hp	RWD

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
S38B35	256 hp	4.9 s	140 mph
S38B36	232 hp	6.3 s	155 mph
S38B38	250 hp	5.9 s	155 mph

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon
Produced	1984–present

Trim levels

E60E61

History & notable variants

The E60/E61 generation of BMW M5 is part of the F10/F11 series but falls under the IV (E60/E61) classification for this specific data extraction task. Notable developments include the transition from front-engine, rear-wheel-drive to all-wheel-drive in 2017 and significant performance enhancements with each generation.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: High-performance capabilities, luxurious interior, advanced technology features
Cons: Expensive maintenance costs, high fuel consumption in performance mode
Common issues: None specified for this generation