18-inch square daily
- Front and rear
- 18 × 9.5 inch, ET22 · 265/35 R18
Apex lists this as a direct fit with road tyres. Check the exact tyre and suspension if the car has been lowered.
2007–2013 · coupe
BMW M3 E92 wheel fitment
The E92 M3 uses staggered factory wheels, with square 18-inch packages common for track use. Competition wheels have different widths and offsets from the ordinary 19-inch option.
5x120 bolt pattern · 72.6 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 18 × 8.5, 18 × 9.5, 19 × 8.5, 19 × 9.5, 19 × 9, 19 × 10 inch · Stock tyres: 245/40 R18, 265/40 R18, 245/35 R19, 265/35 R19
Updated 2026-10-04 · High source confidence. Check your exact trim and market. How we check specs
Quick specs
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | |
| Stock tyre sizes | |
| Centre bore | 72.6 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel bolt, M12x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | 120 Nm (confirm in your handbook) |
Stock wheels and tyres
Factory options vary by trim and market. Match your car to the row below and check its tyre placard before using it as a baseline.
| Trim | Axle | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|---|
| M3, 18-inch Style 219M / 260M | Front | 18 × 8.5 inch, ET29 | 245/40 R18 |
| M3, 18-inch Style 219M / 260M | Rear | 18 × 9.5 inch, ET23 | 265/40 R18 |
| M3, optional 19-inch Style 220M | Front | 19 × 8.5 inch, ET29 | 245/35 R19 |
| M3, optional 19-inch Style 220M | Rear | 19 × 9.5 inch, ET23 | 265/35 R19 |
| M3 Competition, 19-inch Style 359M | Front | 19 × 9 inch, ET31 | 245/35 R19 |
| M3 Competition, 19-inch Style 359M | Rear | 19 × 10 inch, ET25 | 265/35 R19 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the M3: they explain the offset, fitment and hub numbers in this guide.
- Wheel offset explained: choosing ET without guessingUnderstand positive and negative wheel offset, calculate inner clearance and outer position, and choose an ET using measurements from your own car.
- Flush, poke and tucked fitment: measure the whole tyreUnderstand flush, poked and tucked wheels, calculate how width and offset change the look, and check clearance beyond a parked side-on photograph.
- Staggered vs square wheels: tyres, rotation and AWDCompare square and staggered wheel setups, calculate front-to-rear tyre diameter, and understand rotation limits and all-wheel-drive requirements.
Popular community setups
Starting points for a build. Read the notes with each setup, especially if your car is lowered or has different brakes.
18-inch square road and track
- Front and rear
- 18 × 10 inch, ET25 · 275/35 R18
A common Apex fitment. Certain coilovers need 5 mm front spacers and matching extended hardware to restore inner clearance.
18-inch staggered grip setup
- Front
- 18 × 9.5 inch, ET22 · 265/35 R18
- Rear
- 18 × 10.5 inch, ET22 · 285/35 R18
Documented Apex staggered option for owners keeping a wider rear tyre. Tyre choice and lowering can affect arch clearance.
Width and offset guidance
Offset range
Check the exact setup
There is no confirmed range for this car yet. Compare a known wheel with your proposed size and measure both sides.
Common width limit
Measure before ordering
A maximum width has not been confirmed. Tyre shape, ride height and alignment all change the available space.
These figures belong to the setups described here. Combining the widest wheel with either end of the offset range does not guarantee a safe fit. For how ET moves the wheel in and out, read wheel offset explained; for how far the tyre can sit out, see flush, poke and tucked fitment.
Clearance notes
- Factory BMW wheels use conical-seat bolts. Match the seat and thread engagement to the wheel; spacers require suitably longer bolts or an appropriate stud conversion.
- Wheel suppliers commonly specify 72.6 mm, while H&R lists 72.5 mm for its corresponding centring hardware. These are catalogue conventions for this hub family; order a part explicitly approved for the chassis.
- The E92 M3 still uses M12x1.5 bolts and 120 Nm. The later F82 uses different threads and a higher torque.
- Coilover spring perches can reduce front inner clearance. Confirm the suspension as well as the wheel size.
- Competition Style 359M wheels are 9J front and 10J rear, rather than the 8.5J / 9.5J widths of Style 220M.
- Check full steering lock and suspension travel with the car loaded. Match wheel load rating, tyre load and speed ratings, fastener seats and brake clearance.
See it on your car.
Upload a photo and start with a look that suits the M3. Try the wheels, colour and stance before you spend on parts.
An AI preview shows the look. It cannot verify physical fitment.
Run the numbers
These tools start with the M3, 18-inch Style 219M / 260M front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the E92 M3 bolt pattern?
5x120, with a nominal 72.6 mm centre bore and M12x1.5 bolts.
What offsets do E92 M3 Competition wheels use?
Style 359M wheels are 19x9 ET31 front and 19x10 ET25 rear.
Can I run 18x10 wheels all round on an E92 M3?
Apex documents 18x10 ET25 with 275/35 R18 tyres. Some coilovers need front spacers, so verify inner clearance.
What is the E92 M3 wheel bolt torque?
120 Nm for the original M12x1.5 bolts.
What size tyres does the BMW M3 E92 have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 2007–2013 BMW M3 E92 are 245/40 R18, 265/40 R18, 245/35 R19 and 265/35 R19, depending on trim, with wider rears on staggered setups. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What wheel size does the BMW M3 E92 use?
Factory wheels are 18 × 8.5 inch, 18 × 9.5 inch, 19 × 8.5 inch, 19 × 9.5 inch, 19 × 9 inch and 19 × 10 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the BMW M3 E92 centre bore?
72.6 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Tire Wheel Guide: 2011 Bmw M3
- H&R: 2017 application catalogue, E46 / E9x / F8x mounting hardware
- BimmerWorld: BMW original bolt thread and torque reference
- BMW TIS: wheel bolt tightening specifications
- ECS: genuine Style 359M dimensions
- FMB Wheels: E9x M3 factory packages and hardware
- Apex: BMW E90 E92 E93 M3 fitment guide
This guide is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee. Specs can differ by market, trim and previous modifications. Confirm all sizes, clearances and fastener requirements with a qualified wheel and tyre professional before buying or fitting parts.
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