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Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

    • Average rim diameter: 17.3 in. (439 mm)
    • Average rim width: 7.1 in. (180 mm)
    • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
    • Load to one rim: 444 kg (979 lbs)
    • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
    • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.52 hp/mm (1.12 kW/mm)
    • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.45 mm to 1 mpg
    • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
    • Rim circumference: 54.3 in. per wheel (1379 mm)
    • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

Original 2017 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 530d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 540d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • M550d — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter
  • 520i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • M550d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 530d — 16 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 540i — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 530i — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 525d — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 540d — 19 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • M550d — 21 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    530d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.6 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    M550d 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.6 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle M550d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17.4 in. (442 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7.2 in. (183 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 423 kg (933 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.55 hp/mm (1.14 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 8.34 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 29 in. (737 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 54.6 in. per wheel (1387 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2017 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 530i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • M550i — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter
  • 520i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530e — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 540d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • M550d — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • M550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530e — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • M550d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 530i — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 540i — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 530d — 16 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • M550i — 24 hp per 1 in. (18 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525d — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530e — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 540d — 19 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • M550d — 21 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    530i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    M550i 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530e 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.6 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    M550d 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.6 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle M550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530e
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle M550d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17.3 in. (439 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 435 kg (960 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.33 hp/mm (0.98 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.45 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 54.3 in. per wheel (1379 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2013 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 518d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 520i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 528i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • M550d — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 518d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 528i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 525d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • M550d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 518d — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 550i — 25 hp per 1 in. (18 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 535i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 528i — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 525d — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 535d — 18 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • 530d — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • M550d — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    518d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    528i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    525d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    M550d 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 518d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle M550d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17.3 in. (439 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 459 kg (1013 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.33 hp/mm (0.98 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.98 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 54.3 in. per wheel (1379 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2013 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 518d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 528i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 530d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • M550d — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 518d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 528i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 525d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • M550d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 518d — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 528i — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 535i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 525d — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 550i — 25 hp per 1 in. (18 kW/in)
  • 530d — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 535d — 18 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • M550d — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    518d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    528i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    525d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    M550d 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 518d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle M550d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17 in. (432 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 463 kg (1020 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.67 hp/mm (1.23 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11.68 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.4 in. per wheel (1356 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2013 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    ActiveHybrid 3.0 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle ActiveHybrid 3.0
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 18.2 in. (462 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 508 kg (1121 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.49 hp/mm (1.1 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.59 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 57.1 in. per wheel (1450 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2013 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 530d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 520d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 535i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 530d — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 520d — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 535i — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 550i — 24 hp per 1 in. (17 kW/in)
  • 535d — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    530d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17.3 in. (439 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 433 kg (955 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.33 hp/mm (0.98 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.19 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 54.3 in. per wheel (1379 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2010 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 528i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 523i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • M550d — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 528i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 523i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 525d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • M550d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 528i — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 530i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 523i — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525d — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 535i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 535d — 18 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 550i — 23 hp per 1 in. (17 kW/in)
  • M550d — 20 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    528i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    523i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    525d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    M550d 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle M550d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 18.2 in. (462 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 500 kg (1103 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.48 hp/mm (1.09 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.59 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 57.1 in. per wheel (1450 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2009 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 535i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter
  • 530d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 520d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 535i — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 550i — 24 hp per 1 in. (17 kW/in)
  • 530d — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 520d — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 535d — 17 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    535i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17 in. (432 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 481 kg (1061 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.51 hp/mm (1.11 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11.68 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.4 in. per wheel (1356 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2011 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • ActiveHybrid 3.0 — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    ActiveHybrid 3.0 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		- 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle ActiveHybrid 3.0
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17.1 in. (434 mm)
      • Average rim width: 8 in. (203 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 446 kg (984 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.28 hp/mm (0.94 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.4 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 32 in. (813 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.7 in. per wheel (1364 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 6 / 10

    Original 2010 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 535i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 523i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 528i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520i — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 8 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 550i — 8 in. width and 18 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 535i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 523i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 525d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 530i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 528i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 535d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 520d — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • 550i — 215 mm min and 245 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 535i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 523i — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 525d — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 528i — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 535d — 18 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 550i — 23 hp per 1 in. (17 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    535i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    523i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    525d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    530i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    528i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520i 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    535d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    520d 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 47.1% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    550i 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 44.4% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)     		32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 17
    (203 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 47.1%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 18
    (203 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 44.4%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.5 in. (419 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 395 kg (871 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 29%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.31 hp/mm (0.96 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.52 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 51.8 in. per wheel (1316 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2007 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 530i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530xi — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 523i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530xd — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525xd — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525xi — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 550i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 535d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 523i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 550i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 535d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 530i — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 530xi — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 523i — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530xd — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525xd — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525xi — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525i — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530d — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 550i — 22 hp per 1 in. (16 kW/in)
  • 525d — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 535d — 17 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    530i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.3 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530xi 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    523i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530xd 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525xd 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525xi 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    550i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    535d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.5 in. (419 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 421 kg (929 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 28%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.31 hp/mm (0.96 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.09 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 51.8 in. per wheel (1316 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2007 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 550i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 523i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 520i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525xd — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525xi — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530xd — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530xi — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 550i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 523i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 535d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 550i — 22 hp per 1 in. (16 kW/in)
  • 523i — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525d — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525xd — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525xi — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525i — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 520d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 530d — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 530xd — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530xi — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 535d — 17 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 530i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    550i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    523i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525xd 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525xi 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530xd 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530xi 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    535d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.3 in. (414 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 421 kg (928 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 28%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.36 hp/mm (1 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.55 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 51.2 in. per wheel (1300 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2004 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 550i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 523i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525 Xi — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530 Xd — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530 Xi — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 535d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 545i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 550i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 523i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 Xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530 Xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530 Xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 535d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 545i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 550i — 22 hp per 1 in. (16 kW/in)
  • 520d — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 523i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525 Xi — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 525i — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530d — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 530i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 530 Xd — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 530 Xi — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 535d — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 545i — 20 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    550i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    523i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 Xi 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530 Xd 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530 Xi 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    535d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    545i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 Xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530 Xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530 Xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 535d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 545i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.3 in. (414 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 396 kg (874 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 28%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.35 hp/mm (0.99 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 17.25 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 51.2 in. per wheel (1300 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2003 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 545i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 550i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 520d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 523i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525 Xi — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530 Xd — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 530 i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530 Xi — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 535 d — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 545i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 550i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 523i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 Xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530 Xd — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530 i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530 Xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 535 d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525i — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530d — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530i — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 540i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 545i — 21 hp per 1 in. (15 kW/in)
  • 550i — 22 hp per 1 in. (16 kW/in)
  • 520d — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 523i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525 Xi — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530 Xd — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 530 i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 530 Xi — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 535 d — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    545i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    550i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    523i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 Xi 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530 Xd 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530 i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530 Xi 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    535 d 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		0.8 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 545i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 550i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 Xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530 Xd
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530 i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530 Xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 535 d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.4 in. (391 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.6 in. (168 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 390 kg (860 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.17 hp/mm (0.86 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.48 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 26 in. (660 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 48.4 in. per wheel (1229 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2000 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525i 24V — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530i 24V — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525d — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 520d — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 525i 24V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i 24V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 520d — 175 mm min and 205 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525i 24V — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530i 24V — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 540i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 525d — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 520d — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    525i 24V 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 24V 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.1 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    520d 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 525i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.7 in. (399 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.7 in. (170 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 428 kg (943 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 28%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.15 hp/mm (0.85 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 15.35 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 27 in. (686 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 49.3 in. per wheel (1252 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2000 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520i 24V — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530d 24V — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 530i 24V — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 525d — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 520d — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520i 24V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d 24V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530i 24V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525d — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 520d — 175 mm min and 205 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520i 24V — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525i — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d 24V — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530i 24V — 14 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 540i — 17 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 525d — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 520d — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520i 24V 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 24V 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530i 24V 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525d 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    520d 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 520i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d 24V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525d
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 520d
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.3 in. (389 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.8 in. (173 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 404 kg (891 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.09 hp/mm (0.8 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 14.96 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 27 in. (686 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 48 in. per wheel (1219 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1997 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 523i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 520i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 528i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525 tds — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 523i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 528i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 tds — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 523i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 520i — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 528i — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 540i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • 525 tds — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    523i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    528i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 tds 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 tds
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.1 in. (384 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.6 in. (168 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 387 kg (852 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.15 hp/mm (0.85 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 14.77 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 26 in. (660 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.4 in. per wheel (1204 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1995 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 523i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525 tds — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 528i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530d — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 535i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 523i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 525 tds — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 528i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 530d — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 535i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520i — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 523i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525 tds — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 528i — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530d — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 535i — 16 hp per 1 in. (12 kW/in)
  • 540i — 18 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    523i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    525 tds 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    528i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    530d 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    535i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		0.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 523i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 525 tds
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 528i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 530d
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 0.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.1 in. (384 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.5 in. (165 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 394 kg (869 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.07 hp/mm (0.79 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 14.77 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 26 in. (660 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.4 in. per wheel (1204 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1991 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 518i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525 td — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 520i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530i V8 — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525 Xi — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525 tds — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 540i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 518i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 525i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 td — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 520i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 530i V8 — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 Xi — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525 tds — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 540i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 518i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 525i — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525 td — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 520i — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 530i V8 — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 525 Xi — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525 tds — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 540i — 19 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    518i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		2.3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    525i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 td 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    520i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    530i V8 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.3 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 Xi 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525 tds 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    540i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 518i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 td
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 530i V8
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 Xi
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525 tds
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 540i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.1 in. (384 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 373 kg (823 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.13 hp/mm (0.83 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.71 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.4 in. per wheel (1204 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1988 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 524 td — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 535i — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 540i V8 — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 520i — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 518i — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 520i 24V — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525i — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525i 24V X — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 525i 24V — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525 td — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 525 tds — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530i — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 530i V8 — 7 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 524 td — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 535i — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 540i V8 — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 520i — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 518i — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 520i 24V — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 525i — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 525i 24V X — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 525i 24V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 525 td — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 525 tds — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 530i — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 530i V8 — 195 mm min and 225 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 524 td — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 535i — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 540i V8 — 19 hp per 1 in. (14 kW/in)
  • 520i — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 518i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 520i 24V — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 525i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 525i 24V X — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525i 24V — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 525 td — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 525 tds — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 530i — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 530i V8 — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    524 td 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    535i 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.2 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    540i V8 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    520i 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2.3 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    518i 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2.3 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    520i 24V 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    525i 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    525i 24V X 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.6 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    525i 24V 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    525 td 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    525 tds 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    530i 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    530i V8 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)     		1.3 mm to 1 Nm 46.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 524 td
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 535i
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 540i V8
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 518i
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 520i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 525i 24V X
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 525i 24V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 525 td
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 525 tds
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 530i
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 530i V8
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 15
    (178 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.5 in. (114 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 122 mph (197 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 318 kg (700 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.14 hp/mm (0.84 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.19 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1981 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520i — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 524 td — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 525i — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 524 td — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 525i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520i — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 524 td — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 525i — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520i 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    524 td 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    525i 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 520i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 524 td
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 525i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.5 in. (114 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 120 mph (193 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 338 kg (744 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.32 hp/mm (0.97 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 16.18 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1976 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 525 — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 525 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 525 — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    525 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 525
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on BMW 5 Series rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.8 in. (122 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 123 mph (198 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 325 kg (717 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.06 hp/mm (0.78 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 15.48 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 19 in. (483 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1972 BMW 5 Series rim size

  • 520 — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 518 — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 525 — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 528 — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 520 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 518 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 525 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 528 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 520 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 518 — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 525 — 10 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 528 — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    520 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    518 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    525 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		1.7 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    528 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)     		1.5 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 520
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 518
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 525
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 528
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)