BMW i3 Wheel Interchange
Compare BMW i3 wheel specifications across 8 model years. Review bolt patterns, center bore, thread size, OEM wheel dimensions, and the years that share the same recorded mounting specs.
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Compare BMW i3 Years
Wheel Specifications by Year
| Year | Bolt pattern | Center bore | Thread size | OEM rim sizes | Offset | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5×112 | 66.6 mm | M14×1.25 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2021 page |
| 2020 | 5×112 | 66.6 mm | M14×1.25 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2020 page |
| 2019 | 5×112 | 66.6 mm | M14×1.25 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2019 page |
| 2018 | 5×112 | 66.6 mm | M14×1.25 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2018 page |
| 2017 | 5×112 | Varies
| M14×1.25 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2017 page |
| 2016 | 5×112 | Varies
| M14×1.25 | Varies
| 43 mm | Open 2016 page |
| 2015 | 5×112 | Varies
| M14×1.25 | Varies
| 43 mm | Open 2015 page |
| 2014 | 5×112 | Varies
| M14×1.25 | Varies
| 43 mm | Open 2014 page |
2021
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
- 66.6 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- 20×5.5
- Offset
Varies
- 33 mm
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2021 page
2020
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
- 66.6 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- 20×5.5
- Offset
Varies
- 33 mm
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2020 page
2019
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
- 66.6 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- 20×5.5
- Offset
Varies
- 33 mm
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2019 page
2018
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
- 66.6 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- 20×5.5
- Offset
Varies
- 33 mm
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2018 page
2017
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
Varies
- 66.6 mm
- 66.7 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- 20×5.5
- Offset
Varies
- 33 mm
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2017 page
2016
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
Varies
- 66.6 mm
- 66.7 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- Offset
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2016 page
2015
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
Varies
- 66.6 mm
- 66.7 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- Offset
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2015 page
2014
- Bolt pattern
- 5×112
- Center bore
Varies
- 66.6 mm
- 66.7 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.25
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 19×5
- 20×5
- Offset
- 43 mm
- Details
- Open 2014 page
Wheel Specification Changes
- 2017 → 2018 – Center bore changed from 66.6 mm, 66.7 mm to 66.6 mm
Is matching bolt pattern enough?
A matching BMW i3 bolt pattern is only the first check. The wheel still has to clear the hub, brakes, and suspension, sit at a usable offset, and use the correct fasteners and tire package.
- Center bore must not be smaller than the hub. A larger bore may need hub-centric rings; it is not an automatic fit.
- Offset and backspacing change inner and outer clearance even when diameter matches.
- Wheel width, brake clearance, and suspension travel are trim-specific and are not proven by bolt pattern alone.
- Lug-seat geometry, thread size, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility still need a physical check.
Same recorded specifications are a candidate for further verification, not confirmation that wheels physically fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bolt patterns has the BMW i3 used?
Recorded BMW i3 bolt patterns for 2014–2021 are 5×112. A year may have more than one configuration, so confirm the year page before buying wheels.
Do all i3 years use the same wheel specs?
No. Recorded i3 wheel specifications change across model years, including a documented transition from 2017 to 2018. Use the year comparison tool and the specifications table on this page.
How can I compare two i3 years?
Use Compare Years at the top of this page to select a donor year and an installed-on year. The result compares recorded bolt pattern, center bore, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, offset, backspacing, and tire size, then links to both year pages and the wheel calculator.
Is matching the bolt pattern enough?
No. Matching bolt pattern alone is not enough. Center bore, offset, backspacing, wheel width, brake and suspension clearance, lug-seat geometry, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility must still be verified.
What should I check before installing wheels from another year?
Confirm the recorded core mounting specs, then verify wheel width, offset/backspacing, brake and suspension clearance, lug-seat geometry, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility. This page reports recorded specifications and does not certify installation.