
BMW M5 wheel fitment — V F10 Facelift
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 since 1984 in saloon body style and occasionally as an estate model in some markets. The first generation (E28) was manufactured from October 1984 to June 1988, based on the E28 5 Series chassis with a modified M88/3 engine that made it the fastest production saloon at launch. Production resumed for the second generation (E34) in September 1988 and continued until August 1995, featuring an upgraded S38 straight-six engine.
BMW M5 wheel fitment
Start with the hub. The BMW M5 V (F10) Facelift spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for BMW M5 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 | 9J–10J | ET12–ET25 |
| Rear (staggered) | 10J–11J | ET24–ET41 |
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 6,002 BMW M5 on UK roads, placing it in the top 17% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
A parc that size is why BMW M5 wheel fitment is worth getting exactly right: a lot of owners are shopping for these numbers.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 L S63 twin-turbo V8 |
Source: BMW M5, en.wikipedia.org.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,910 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm |
| Height | 1,451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,970 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,990 kg |
Source: BMW M5, en.wikipedia.org.
Body styles & production
| Body styles | 4-door saloon |
| Produced | 2013–2017 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The E28 M5 was introduced at the Amsterdam Motor Show in February 1985 and featured a unique M88/3 engine. It faced production delays leading to a class action lawsuit by US owners who received compensation vouchers. The E34 generation saw cosmetic updates, performance enhancements with an upgraded S38B38 engine, and special editions like the Cecotto and Winkelhock models. Production of the E39 M5 began in October 1998 following a three-year gap.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: High-performance straight-six engine; Unique styling
- Cons: Limited production run for some models