BMW 3 Series: the short answer
The BMW 3 Series runs a 5×112 mm (5×4.41″) wheel bolt pattern — 5 studs on a 112 mm pitch circle. To swap wheels you need that same pattern plus a compatible center bore and offset.
Wheel fitment
BMW 3 Series bolt pattern
The BMW 3 Series bolt pattern is 5×112 mm (5×4.41″). It has changed across generations — see the table below.
BMW 3 Series
5x1125 lugs · 112 mm · 4.41″ PCD
| Years | Bolt pattern | In inches |
|---|---|---|
| 2006–2018 (E90/F30) | 5x120 | 5×4.72″ |
| 2019–present (G20) | 5x112 | 5×4.41″ |
Before you buy wheels
A matching bolt pattern is the first filter, not a green light. Check the hub center bore and the offset/backspacing, and make sure there's brake-caliper clearance. Confirm everything on the door-jamb sticker or manual.
Reference value for the BMW 3 Series; verify against your owner's manual.
FAQ
What is the BMW 3 Series bolt pattern?
The BMW 3 Series uses a 5×112 mm (5×4.41″) bolt pattern on its current generation (earlier generations differ — see the table). That's 5 lugs on a 112 mm (4.41″) pitch circle. Confirm against your door-jamb sticker before buying wheels.
Will wheels from another vehicle fit my 3 Series?
Vehicles like the Audi A3, Audi A4, Audi A5 share the 5x112 pattern, so their wheels are worth checking — but the bolt pattern is only the first match. You still need a compatible center bore and offset, so confirm those before buying.
What does 5x112 mean in inches?
5x112 is the same as 5×4.41″ — 112 mm converts to 4.41 inches.
The BMW 3 Series bolt pattern shown is a well-documented reference value. Confirm your exact bolt pattern, center bore, and offset against the door-jamb sticker or owner's manual before buying wheels. A shared bolt pattern does not by itself guarantee a wheel will fit.