2023 BMW 530e Spare Tire
BMW has transitioned towards not including traditional spare tires in many of its models, including the BMW 530e, which is part of the 5 Series lineup encompassing luxury plug-in hybrid vehicles. Instead of a conventional spare tire, BMW equips the 530e with run-flat tires as a standard feature, which are designed to allow the driver to continue driving for a limited distance at a reduced speed (typically up to 50 miles at up to 50 mph) even after a puncture. This change is motivated by the goals of reducing vehicle weight, increasing cargo space, and improving fuel efficiency. For those who prefer having a spare tire, the dimensions and availability would vary since BMW does not offer an official spare tire kit specifically for the 530e model. Owners looking for a traditional spare tire solution may need to consider aftermarket options or universal spare tire kits, keeping in mind the 530e's wheel specifications. The ideal spare tire size would depend on the size of the 530e's original wheels, which vary by trim and options – typically ranging from 17 to 20 inches in diameter. It is highly recommended to consult with a BMW dealer or a tire specialist to ensure compatibility and to understand how carrying a spare tire might affect the vehicle's storage capacity and driving dynamics.
2023 BMW 530e comes with 2 OEM tire size options. Select the original equipment the tire size installed on your vehicle to see all spare tires that have roughly the same tire diameter and can be used as a temporary replacement in the event of a flat tire. Remember that load carrying capacity of the spare tire must be the same or higher than the load carrying capacity of the original equipment tires in order to safely support the weight of your vehicle. Refer to vehicle owner's manual or contact BMW dealership to confirm the correct 2023 BMW 530e spare tire size.
245/35R20 (Rear: 275/30R20)
245/35R20 tire has a diameter of 26.8". These temporary spare tires fit the acceptable tire diameter range of 26" to 27.6".
| Spare Size | Spare Diameter | Diameter Differential |
|---|---|---|
| T145/60R20from $271.36 | 26.9" | 0.4% |
| T145/80D18from $257.05 | 27.1" | 1.1% |
| T155/70R18from $178.60 | 26.6" | -0.7% |
| T165/80R17from $166.85 | 27.4" | 2.2% |
| T135/90R17from $158.19 | 26.6" | -0.7% |
| T135/70R19from $147.99 | 26.5" | -1.1% |
| T145/65R20from $146.43 | 27.4" | 2.2% |
| T135/80R18from $125.96 | 26.5" | -1.1% |
| T165/80D17from $124.93 | 27.4" | 2.2% |
| T155/80D17from $97.90 | 26.8" | 0% |
| T155/90D16from $92.99 | 27" | 0.7% |
| T145/90D16from $88.99 | 26.3" | -1.9% |
| T145/80D17from $81.99 | 26.1" | -2.6% |
| T165/70R17 | 26.1" | -2.6% |
| T165/70D18 | 27.1" | 1.1% |
| T165/70D17 | 26.1" | -2.6% |
| T155/90R16 | 27" | 0.7% |
| T155/80R17 | 26.8" | 0% |
| T155/70D18 | 26.6" | -0.7% |
| T145/90R17 | 27.3" | 1.9% |
| T145/90R16 | 26.3" | -1.9% |
| T145/90D17 | 27.3" | 1.9% |
| T145/80R18 | 27.1" | 1.1% |
| T145/80R17 | 26.1" | -2.6% |
| T135/90D17 | 26.6" | -0.7% |
| T135/80D18 | 26.5" | -1.1% |
| T165/70R18 | 27.1" | 1.1% |
245/40R19
245/40R19 tire has a diameter of 26.7". These temporary spare tires fit the acceptable tire diameter range of 25.9" to 27.5".
| Spare Size | Spare Diameter | Diameter Differential |
|---|---|---|
| T145/60R20from $271.36 | 26.9" | 0.7% |
| T145/80D18from $257.05 | 27.1" | 1.5% |
| T155/70R18from $178.60 | 26.6" | -0.4% |
| T165/80R17from $166.85 | 27.4" | 2.6% |
| T135/90R17from $158.19 | 26.6" | -0.4% |
| T135/70R19from $147.99 | 26.5" | -0.7% |
| T145/65R20from $146.43 | 27.4" | 2.6% |
| T135/80R18from $125.96 | 26.5" | -0.7% |
| T165/80D17from $124.93 | 27.4" | 2.6% |
| T145/70D18from $118.97 | 26" | -2.6% |
| T155/80D17from $97.90 | 26.8" | 0.4% |
| T155/90D16from $92.99 | 27" | 1.1% |
| T145/90D16from $88.99 | 26.3" | -1.5% |
| T145/80D17from $81.99 | 26.1" | -2.2% |
| T155/80R17 | 26.8" | 0.4% |
| T155/90R16 | 27" | 1.1% |
| T165/70D17 | 26.1" | -2.2% |
| T165/70D18 | 27.1" | 1.5% |
| T165/70R17 | 26.1" | -2.2% |
| T165/70R18 | 27.1" | 1.5% |
| T185/55D18 | 26" | -2.6% |
| T155/70D18 | 26.6" | -0.4% |
| T145/90R17 | 27.3" | 2.2% |
| T145/90R16 | 26.3" | -1.5% |
| T145/90D17 | 27.3" | 2.2% |
| T145/80R18 | 27.1" | 1.5% |
| T145/80R17 | 26.1" | -2.2% |
| T145/70R18 | 26" | -2.6% |
| T135/90D17 | 26.6" | -0.4% |
| T135/80D18 | 26.5" | -0.7% |
| T185/55R18 | 26" | -2.6% |
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