BMW M3 G80 (2021-2026) Wheel Fitment Guide
The G80 M3 uses a 5×112 bolt pattern, 66.6mm center bore, and M14×1.25 conical-seat lug bolts, and every factory wheel runs ET20, which gives aftermarket sizing a consistent starting point. This guide covers US factory wheels for pre-LCI and LCI cars, documented aftermarket setups, carbon ceramic brake clearance, front liner clearance at full lock, and rolling diameter on xDrive cars.
About this guide: Fitment data is compiled from owner builds across Bimmerpost G80, M3Post, and Bimmerfest, cross-checked against vendor fitment documentation. Use it as research for your build; ride height, tires, and alignment are still your installer's call.
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OEM Setups
Factory Wheel & Tire Configurations
Every G80 shares the hub hardware below. Factory summer wheels are staggered, 9.5″ front and 10.5″ rear, all at ET20. Pre-LCI base cars rode on 18/19″ wheels and Competition models on 19/20″; the 2025 LCI made the 19/20″ 825M standard.
G80 M3 Hub & Hardware Specs
All trims — 2021-2026
Bolt Pattern5×112
Center Bore66.6mm
Fastener TypeLug Bolts
Thread PitchM14×1.25
Seat Type60° Conical
Torque Spec103 lb-ft (140 Nm)
Factory OffsetET20 on every wheel
Minimum Diameter18″ steel brakes / 19″ CCB
Style 825M — Double-Spoke Forged
Standard on 2025+ LCI — Optional on 2021-2024
Front Wheel19×9.5 ET20
Rear Wheel20×10.5 ET20
Front Tire275/35R19
Rear Tire285/30R20
ConstructionForged Aluminum
Applies ToM3 Base & Competition, 2025+ Standard / 2021-2024 Optional
Standard on 2025+ LCI cars and optional on 2021-2024. It's the same size as the 963M but a different design that isn't fully milled, about 2.5–3.1 lbs heavier per wheel. Finishes include Bright Silver, Orbit Grey matte, Jet Black diamond cut, and Satin Black. Fits both steel brakes and carbon ceramic brakes (CCB).
Style 824M — Double-Spoke Orbit Grey
Standard on 2021-2024 Base — No Charge
Front Wheel18×9.5 ET20
Rear Wheel19×10.5 ET20
Front Tire275/40R18
Rear Tire285/35R19
ConstructionForged Aluminum
Applies ToM3 Base 2021-2024
The standard wheel on the 2021-2024 base M3. Steel brakes only: carbon ceramic brakes need a 19″ front wheel, so an 824M car can't add CCB without changing wheels.
Style 826M — Double-Spoke Bi-Color
Standard on 2021-2024 Competition — No Charge
Front Wheel19×9.5 ET20
Rear Wheel20×10.5 ET20
Front Tire275/35R19
Rear Tire285/30R20
FinishJet Black with machined face (bi-color)
Applies ToM3 Competition & Competition xDrive 2021-2024
The standard wheel on the 2021-2024 M3 Competition and Competition xDrive. It's the same size and offset as the 825M and 963M, so the 19/20″ fitment data on this page applies.
Style 963M / 827M — Frozen Gunmetal & Gold Bronze Forged
Optional Upgrade / M3 CS Standard
Front Wheel19×9.5 ET20
Rear Wheel20×10.5 ET20
Front Tire275/35R19
Rear Tire285/30R20
ConstructionForged Aluminum (CNC-Milled)
Applies ToM3 Base & Competition (Optional, all years); M3 CS (Standard 827M variant)
The 963M is fully CNC-milled forged aluminum in Frozen Gunmetal, about 2.5–3.1 lbs lighter per wheel than the 825M. The 827M is the same wheel in Gold Bronze, standard on the M3 CS. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
Style 829M — OEM Winter Wheel
Seasonal Accessory — Available via BMW
Front Wheel19×9 ET20
Rear Wheel19×9.5 ET20
Front Tire255/40R19 (winter)
Rear Tire275/35R19 (winter)
ConstructionCast Aluminum
Applies ToM3 Base & Competition, dealer-installed winter accessory
BMW's dealer winter wheel and the only cast wheel in the G80 lineup, narrower than the summer wheels (9″ front / 9.5″ rear). Some owners run an aftermarket square 19×9.5 winter setup instead for easier rotation and more tire choice.
Aftermarket Options
Aftermarket Wheel & Tire Configurations
Because every factory wheel is ET20 in 9.5″/10.5″ widths, aftermarket wheels at or near those specs are usually a direct bolt-on. Going wider or lower in offset is where front liner clearance at full lock becomes the main constraint, and CCB cars have tighter caliper clearance. Setups are split into square and staggered; each card shows what owners actually run and how well it's documented.
| Setup | Tires (front · rear) | Stance | Fit | xDrive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square — same size all four corners | ||||
| 19×10 ET12 square ★ | 275/35R19 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on | Yes |
| 19×9.5 ET25 square | 265/35R19 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on | Yes |
| 19×10 ET12 square | 285/35R19 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on · may rub | Yes |
| 18×10.5 ET13 square | 305/35R18 | ●●●●● | Track build | Yes |
| Staggered — wider rear | ||||
| 19×9.5 ET20 / 19×10.5 ET18 | 275/35R19 · 285/35R19 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on | Yes |
| 20×10 ET15 / 20×11 ET15 | 285/30R20 · 295/30R20 | ●●●●● | Lowered | Yes |
| 20×10 ET15 / 20×11 ET22 | 275/30R20 · 305/30R20 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on | No |
| 19×10 ET12 / 20×11 ET18 | 275/35R19 · 285/30R20 (factory) | ●●●●● | Bolt-on · may rub | Yes |
| 19×10 ET12 / 19×11 ET22 | 285/35R19 · 295/35R19 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on · may rub | Yes |
| 19×10 ET12 / 20×11 ET18 | 285/35R19 · 305/30R20 | ●●●●● | Bolt-on · may rub | No |
| 20×10 ET12 / 20×11 ET14 | 285/30R20 · 295/30R20 | ●●●●● | Lowered | Yes |
| 20×10 ET10 / 20×11 ET10 | 285/30R20 · 295/30R20 | ●●●●● | Lowered | Yes |
| 20×10 ET8 / 20×11 ET18 | 285/30R20 · 305/30R20 | ●●●●● | Mods may be needed | No |
Tap a setup to jump to its full card. Fit: Bolt-on = stock ride height, no fender work · Lowered = documented on lowering springs or coilovers.
Platform-specific fitment notes — G80 M3
Front fender liner clearance.
Offsets of ET12 or lower on 10″ and wider wheels can rub the front liners and cooling duct outlets at full steering lock, even at stock height, and lowering makes it worse. Trimming the liner fins (commonly about half) or fitting aftermarket liners is the usual fix.
Brake caliper clearance with CCB.
Carbon ceramic brakes need at least a 19″ wheel and have tighter spoke clearance than steel brakes, so confirm clearance for the specific wheel design. 18″ wheels are steel-brake only.
xDrive rolling diameter on staggered setups.
A large front-to-rear rolling diameter gap can strain the xDrive system over time. Setups with a 305/30R20 rear are generally listed as RWD-only, and a 295/30R20 rear usually brings the pairing back within tolerance. Each card lists tire sizes; check them against your owner's manual.
Square Setup
Most Popular
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Wheels (All 4)
19×10 ET12 (Front and Rear)
Tires
275/35R19 (All 4)
Sources
Well-documented
7 community
1 vendor
The most-documented square setup on the G80. ET12 on a 10″ wheel moves the front face about 14mm out from stock for an even, flush look. Owners typically report clean clearance at stock height without spacers or fender work. 275/35R19 is the safe tire here; a 285 on the same wheel (two cards down) tends to touch the front liner at full lock. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S, Michelin Pilot Sport 5, Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS, Nexen N'Fera Sur4G
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Wheels (All 4)
19×9.5 ET25 (Front and Rear)
Tires
265/35R19 (All 4)
Sources
Documented
1 vendor
A conservative square setup, mostly used for winter or all-season wheels. The front sits 5mm inside stock and the narrower rear tucks well inside the factory face, but running the same size on all four corners lets you rotate tires. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
Typical choicesPirelli P Zero Winter, Michelin Pilot Alpin 5
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Wheels (All 4)
19×10 ET12 (Front and Rear)
Tires
285/35R19 (All 4)
Sources
Well-documented
9 community
1 vendor
The same 19×10 ET12 wheel with a wider 285/35R19 for more grip and a fuller look, at the cost of front liner clearance at full lock. Track-focused owners commonly trim the liner fins, add camber plates, and accept occasional light contact; vendors flag the same trade-off. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
On documented buildsBridgestone Potenza RE-71RS, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S, Continental ExtremeContact DWS06, Nitto NT555 R2
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Wheels (All 4)
18×10.5 ET13 (Front and Rear)
Tires
305/35R18 (All 4)
Sources
Documented
1 community
1 vendor
NOT compatible with Carbon Ceramic Brakes — steel brake cars only. A track and drag setup documented on a car with KW V3 coilovers and Nitto NT01 tires, run as 18×10.5 ET18 with 5mm spacers at each corner; forged at ET13, no spacers are needed. The lower offset gives the 305's shoulder room to clear the spring perch. Caliper clearance is extremely tight, and trimming or replacing the front liner is common.
On documented buildsNitto NT01
Staggered Setup
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
19×9.5 ET20
Rear Wheels
19×10.5 ET18
Front Tires
275/35R19
Rear Tires
285/35R19
Sources
Documented
1 vendor
A clean OEM+ staggered setup: the front matches stock and the rear sits 2mm further out. It's vendor-listed as 19×9.5 ET25 with a 5mm front spacer; forged at ET20, no spacer is needed. On cars that came with a 20″ rear, the 19″ rear changes rolling diameter slightly, so xDrive owners should check the pairing. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
20×10 ET15
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET15
Front Tires
285/30R20
Rear Tires
295/30R20
Sources
Documented
1 community
Documented on a 2023 M3 Competition xDrive on Eibach springs as nearly flush, with no rubbing, trimming, or spacers. Matched ET15 offsets put both wheel faces about 11mm out from stock, and the 285/295 pairing keeps rolling diameter within xDrive tolerance. The same wheels and tires are documented further out at ET12/ET14 and ET10/ET10 below. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
On documented buildsContinental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
20×10 ET15
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET22
Front Tires
275/30R20
Rear Tires
305/30R20
Sources
Documented
1 community
Documented on a 2024 M3 Competition on stock suspension as flush, with no rubbing, trimming, or spacers. It pairs a narrower 275 front with a wider 305 rear for more rear grip and a stance-focused look. The 305 rear puts rolling diameter outside typical xDrive tolerance, so xDrive owners should use the 285/295 setups instead.
On documented buildsPirelli P Zero
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
19×10 ET12
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET18
Front Tires
275/35R19 (OE reuse)
Rear Tires
285/30R20 (OE reuse)
Sources
Well-documented
4 community
1 vendor
The same wheels as the 285/305 setup below, on the factory tires: the 19×10 ET12 front takes the stock 275/35R19, and the 20×11 ET18 rear reuses the stock 285/30R20, slightly stretched on the wider rim. Because the tire pairing is unchanged from stock, vendors list it as xDrive-compatible, and it's documented on several owner builds. Tires that run wide can touch the front liner at full lock. A common first step before moving to wider tires. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
19×10 ET12
Rear Wheels
19×11 ET22
Front Tires
285/35R19
Rear Tires
295/35R19
Sources
Well-documented
4 community
1 vendor
A performance-street and track setup that pairs the 19×10 ET12 square front with a 19×11 ET22 rear. Documented on several owner builds, including track cars on coilovers with camber plates and Yokohama Advan A052 tires. Vendors list the 285/295 pairing as xDrive-compatible; a 275 front is not.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S, Continental ExtremeContact Sport, Yokohama Advan A052
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
19×10 ET12
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET18
Front Tires
285/35R19
Rear Tires
305/30R20
Sources
Well-documented
2 community
1 vendor
Combines the 19×10 ET12 front with a 20×11 ET18 rear and a 305 rear tire. Vendors list it as RWD-only because of the front-to-rear rolling diameter gap; xDrive owners can run a 295/30R20 rear on the same wheels. Documented at stock and lightly lowered ride heights. If the rear wheel has a deep concave barrel, check spoke clearance on CCB cars.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
20×10 ET12
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET14
Front Tires
285/30R20
Rear Tires
295/30R20
Sources
Documented
1 community
Documented on a 2021 M3, one step further out than the ET15 setup, with the wheel faces about 12–14mm out from stock. A second 2021 build runs the same wheels with a wider 305/30R20 rear, which moves further from an xDrive-friendly pairing. The front sits where the 19×10 ET12 square does, so expect the same full-lock liner contact with some tires; aftermarket liners or trimmed fins fix it.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
20×10 ET10
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET10
Front Tires
285/30R20
Rear Tires
295/30R20
Sources
Documented
1 community
The furthest-out documented version of the 20×10 / 20×11 setup on 285/295 tires, from a 2024 M3 Competition on lowering springs. Matched ET10 offsets put both wheel faces about 16mm out from stock. Full-lock liner contact with some tires is common at this offset; aftermarket liners or trimmed fins fix it.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4
Stance
flush → poke
OEM
Aggressive
Front Wheels
20×10 ET8
Rear Wheels
20×11 ET18
Front Tires
285/30R20
Rear Tires
305/30R20
Sources
Well-documented
5 community
1 vendor
The most aggressive 20″ staggered setup commonly documented on the G80, seen on several owner builds, including cars on KW adjustable lowering springs and one on a stock alignment. The front face sits about 18mm out from stock. Vendors list it as RWD-only because of the 305 rear. Front liner rub at full lock is common with wider tires; aftermarket liners or trimmed fins fix it. Best suited to show builds. Fits both steel brakes and CCB.
On documented buildsMichelin Pilot Sport 4S, Pirelli P Zero, Continental ExtremeContact Sport, Continental DWS06 Plus
Our Process
What happens when you build with FMB
The setups above are a starting point, not a final spec. Before anything is forged:
- FMB sanity check.
We check your configuration against your trim and brake package (steel or carbon ceramic) and compare it to documented G80 builds. If it falls outside what we've seen work, we flag it before you commit.
- Manufacturer engineering verification.
Our manufacturing partner verifies backspace, caliper clearance for your brakes, and structural spec before production.
- Design render approval.
You see the final design and confirmed specs before any aluminum is touched.
Ride height, tires, and alignment are set on the car by your installer, so we can't verify them from our end. That's why the build form asks for your vehicle details.
Start your G80 M3 build →Common Questions
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the factory wheel specs on the G80 M3?
Every G80 M3 uses a 5×112 bolt pattern, 66.6mm center bore, and ET20 wheels. Pre-LCI (2021-2024) base cars came on the 824M, 18×9.5 front / 19×10.5 rear on 275/40R18 and 285/35R19. Competition models came on the 826M, 19×9.5 / 20×10.5 on 275/35R19 and 285/30R20. The 825M became standard on 2025+ LCI cars in the same 19/20″ sizes as the 963M and the M3 CS's 827M.
What are the bolt pattern, center bore, and torque specs?
See the hub & hardware specs above: 5×112 bolt pattern, 66.6mm center bore, and M14×1.25 lug bolts (not nuts) with a 60° conical seat, torqued to 103 lb-ft (140 Nm). Conical-seat aftermarket wheels are a direct swap; ball-seat wheels need matching bolts.
What aftermarket wheel sizes are commonly documented on the G80 M3 at stock ride height?
The most-documented square setup is 19×10 ET12 on 275/35R19; a 285/35R19 on the same wheel looks fuller but can touch the front liner at full lock. For staggered, 19×9.5 ET20 / 19×10.5 ET18 on 275/285 is a clean OEM+ fit, and 19×10 ET12 / 20×11 ET18 reuses the factory tires. In 20″, the 20×10 / 20×11 setup is documented at offsets from ET15/ET15 out to ET10/ET10 on 285/295 tires, plus ET15/ET22 on a 275/305 pairing. Some tires still touch the front liner at full lock; aftermarket liners or trimmed fins fix it.
What's the difference between flush and aggressive fitment on the G80 M3?
Flush means the tire sits level with or just inside the fender, usually at ET15–ET25 depending on width. Aggressive puts the tire at or past the fender line, usually at ET12 or lower on wider wheels, and often needs liner work for full-lock clearance. The stance dots on each card show where it falls.
Do I need to worry about brake caliper clearance?
Only with carbon ceramic brakes, which need at least a 19″ wheel and have tighter spoke clearance, so confirm clearance for the specific wheel. Steel-brake cars can run 18″, including the 18×10.5 track setup on 305/35R18. For a track setup on a CCB car, the 19×10 ET12 square on 285/35R19 and the 19×10 ET12 / 19×11 ET22 staggered are documented choices.
Can I run a square setup on the G80 M3?
Yes. The main advantage is rotating tires front to rear. 19×10 ET12 is the most-documented square fitment, on 275/35R19 for clearance or 285/35R19 for grip. You give up a little of the rear grip the factory stagger provides, which matters little on the street. A 19×9.5 ET25 square is common for winter wheels.
How do RWD and xDrive fitments compare?
Wheel specs are identical on both. The difference is rolling diameter on staggered setups: most aggressive 20″ setups with a 305/30R20 rear are listed as RWD-only, and xDrive owners usually run a 295/30R20 rear instead. Check the tire pairing on any card against your owner's manual.
What about spacers on the G80 M3?
They're common for fine-tuning the stance of factory wheels. Any spacer needs bolts longer by the spacer's thickness. FMB forges custom wheels at the effective offset directly, so setups like 19×9.5 ET20 / 19×10.5 ET18 don't need the 5mm front spacer some vendors list.
What are the best winter wheel options for the G80 M3?
BMW's 829M winter wheel (19×9 front / 19×9.5 rear, ET20) is the only cast wheel in the G80 lineup. A common alternative is a square 19×9.5 ET25 on 265/35R19 winter tires such as the Pirelli P Zero Winter or Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, which allows rotation and widens tire choice.
Are M340i and G80 M3 wheels interchangeable?
Yes, the hub hardware is identical, so factory wheels swap both ways. The catch is fitment: the M3 has a wider body, so aggressive M3 aftermarket setups usually sit too far out for the M340i. Stock M3 wheels generally fit an M340i; aggressive M3 setups generally don't.
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