2015 BMW 228i xDrive Tire Size
Your BMW was manufactured with different tire sizes. To determine the best tire size for your specific 2015 BMW 228i xDrive, we first need to determine your rim size. Please review the information below.
How to Determine Rim Size
Check your existing tires. Your BMW 228i xDrive's rim size is the number to the right of the R. In the example pictured here, the tire size fits 16-inch rims.
Rim Size Selection
Now that you know your rim size, make a selection below to filter your results.
17-Inch Rims
2015 BMW 228i xDrive
The original tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive is listed below. Tap on the box to view a color-coded explanation of your BMW 228i xDrive's' tire size.
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205/50R17 89
Simplified Size: 205-50-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive is 205/50R17 89V. A color-coded explanation of the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive's tire size is shown below.
205 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 205 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
89 | This tire has a load index of 89, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1276 pounds (580 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
50 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 50%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 50% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 102 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of V, which means 149 mph (240 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
18-Inch Rims
2015 BMW 228i xDrive
Your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive was manufactured with multiple tire sizes. Choose a tire size below to get a color-coded explanation of the differences. Then pick the best tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive.
Trim Options:
ConvertibleCoupe
245/35R18 88(Rear)
Simplified Size: 225-40-18
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive is 225/40R18 88Y (Front). A color-coded explanation of the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive's tire size is shown below.
245 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 millimeters. | ||||||
18 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 18 inches in diameter. | ||||||
88 | This tire has a load index of 88, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1232 pounds (560 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
35 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 85 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
ConvertibleCoupe
225/40R18 88(Front)
Simplified Size: 245-35-18
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive is 225/40R18 88Y (Front). A color-coded explanation of the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive's tire size is shown below.
225 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 225 millimeters. | ||||||
18 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 18 inches in diameter. | ||||||
88 | This tire has a load index of 88, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1232 pounds (560 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
40 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 90 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
ConvertibleCoupe
225/40R18/XL 92
Simplified Size: 225-40-18
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2015 BMW 228i xDrive is 225/40R18/XL 92V. A color-coded explanation of the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive's tire size is shown below.
225 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 225 millimeters. | ||||||
18 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 18 inches in diameter. | ||||||
XL | The mark of XL means extra load. A tire with this designation can handle higher inflation pressures than a regular tire, which increases its maximum load. | ||||||
92 | This tire has a load index of 92, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1386 pounds (630 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
40 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 90 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of V, which means 149 mph (240 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |