2017 BMW i3 Wheel Interchange

2017 BMW i3 Wheel Fitment Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2017 BMW i3

The values below reflect known OEM specifications for the 2017 BMW i3. Some trims or axle positions may differ. If your vehicle has a different package or staggered setup, verify using your tire door placard, the on-page calculator, and OEM sources before you buy.

Notes:

• Wheel and tire sizes can vary by trim, package, and axle. If your i3 uses a staggered setup, confirm front and rear sizes separately.
• Always match the wheel fastener type and seat style to your wheels. The thread size above is provided, but seat style and torque must be confirmed from OEM documentation.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

The calculator lets you compare a donor wheel and tire to your i3 and test custom sizes. Use it for each axle if your car is staggered.

• Step 1 - Choose Wheels from donor vehicle. Enter or select the donor wheel and tire specs you want to test.
• Step 2 - Choose Installed on your vehicle as 2017 BMW i3. The known OEM specs above are your baseline.
• Step 3 - Try Custom wheel size. Adjust rim diameter, width, and offset to preview inner clearance and outer poke changes relative to stock.
• Step 4 - Try Custom tire size. Change section width and aspect ratio. The tool updates overall tire diameter so you can see speedometer and fender clearance impact.
• Step 5 - Review results. Pay attention to inner clearance to the strut and spring, outer poke toward the fender, brake caliper clearance, and overall tire diameter.
• Step 6 - If staggered, repeat for each axle. Run separate comparisons for front and rear if your i3 uses different sizes.

Tip: Use your current wheel and tire sizes from the door placard or tire sidewall as the starting point if they differ from the table above.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern - Must be 5x112 or use quality adapters. Adapters change effective offset and require extra clearance checks.
• Center bore - Vehicle hub is 66.7 mm. If the new wheel has a larger bore, use 66.7 hub centric rings to stay vibration free.
• Offset and width - Verify inner clearance to strut and outer poke to the fender in the calculator. Check at full steering lock and with suspension compressed.
• Brake clearance - Confirm spoke and barrel clearance over the calipers. Some narrow, high offset wheels can contact calipers.
• Tire diameter - Keep overall diameter close to stock to preserve speedometer accuracy and traction control behavior. Use the calculator to see percentage change.
• Load rating - Wheels and tires must meet or exceed the i3 axle load. Check manufacturer data sheets.
• TPMS - Ensure sensor compatibility for your market and model year. Match frequency and protocol, or transfer your existing sensors.
• Fasteners - Match thread size and seat style. If the new wheels require different seat type or length, buy correct hardware.
• Staggered setups - If your i3 is staggered, buy correct front and rear sizes. Do not mix rolling diameters left to right or front to rear.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Owners sometimes explore wider tires for traction or alternate diameters for style. The exact sizes that fit can vary by trim, suspension, and brake package, so verify on the calculator and with physical measurements before purchasing.

• Stay close to OEM diameter - Use the calculator to keep total diameter change small to help maintain ABS and stability control behavior.
• Width changes - Increasing wheel width pushes inner and outer edges. Compensate with offset in the calculator to maintain clearance.
• Larger diameters - Moving from 19 in to a larger rim reduces tire sidewall. Check fender lip and liner clearance at full lock and over bumps.
• Efficiency vs grip - Narrow OEM sizing favors efficiency. Wider tires can improve grip but may reduce range. Consider your priorities.

Because fitment can differ by axle on this model, run front and rear scenarios separately and confirm with your door placard and OEM references.

Installation Tips

• Lift points - Use only the factory jack points shown in the owner manual. The i3 uses specialized lift pads. Do not place a jack under high voltage battery components or carbon structure.
• Support - Use quality jack stands and a flat surface. Chock wheels and set the parking brake.
• Preparation - Clean hub faces and wheel mounting pads. Remove corrosion so wheels seat flush. Do not grease or oil wheel bolt threads unless specified by BMW.
• Test fit - Before mounting tires, test fit a bare wheel to check caliper and hub clearance.
• Tightening - Hand start all bolts, snug in a star pattern, then torque to the OEM spec from your owner manual or BMW service info. Recheck torque after 50 to 100 miles.
• TPMS - Install compatible sensors and follow the in-vehicle reset procedure. Some systems relearn automatically after driving, others require a menu reset.
• Road test - Check for vibration, rubbing at full lock, and fender clearance over bumps. Inspect again after the first drive.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch torque wrench
• BMW jack pad adapter
• M14x1.25 wheel bolts
• 66.7 mm hub centric rings

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern for the 2017 BMW i3?

  5x112.

• What center bore do I need for hub centric fitment?

  66.7 mm. If your aftermarket wheel has a larger center bore, use 66.7 hub centric rings.

• Do all 2017 i3 models use the same wheel and tire sizes?

  Not always. Sizes can vary by trim and axle. Our known spec shows 19x5.0 wheels with 155/70R19 tires, but verify your door placard and compare front vs rear in case of a staggered setup.

• Can I install 5x114.3 wheels using wobble bolts?

  It is not recommended. If you consider adapters, use high quality parts and remember adapter thickness changes effective offset. Recheck all clearances in the calculator.

• Will wider tires fit without rubbing?

  It depends on wheel width and offset, tire profile, and your suspension. Use the calculator to model inner clearance and outer poke, then inspect your car at full lock and through suspension travel.

• What wheel fasteners does the i3 use?

  The thread size is M14 x 1.25. Seat style and torque specification must match your wheels and OEM guidance. Confirm seat type on your wheels and follow BMW torque values from the owner manual or service information.

• Do I need new TPMS sensors?

  If you are moving tires to new wheels, you can transfer sensors if compatible. If buying new, match the correct sensor type and frequency for your region and year. Check by VIN or parts catalog.

• How close should overall tire diameter be to stock?

  A small change is preferred to maintain speedometer accuracy and driver assist behavior. Use the calculator to see the diameter difference and keep it minimal.

Data source guidance: When values are unknown or differ by trim, confirm using your tire door placard, BMW owner manual, BMW service information, or a trusted parts catalog. Use the calculator on wheelinterchange.com to visualize clearance and diameter changes before you purchase.