The BMW X3 is undeniably one of the best compact premium crossovers on the market and has been since the day it arrived on the scene. What else would you expect from BMW?

With a variety of different tire sizes available the tire options are varied and vast. Taking that into account we’ve complied a list of the best BMW X3 tires based on performance, all-weather capability, warranty, value and price.

BMW X3 Tire Sizes

Below is a list of most BMW X3 trim levels and their corresponding available tire options. The tires detailed in the lists that follow are for the 18-inch and 19-inch sizes, with many of the 21-inch sizes also available.

• X3 xDrive 30i 225/60/18 or 245/50/19 or 245/45/20 (front) 275/40/20 (rear) or 245/40/21 (front) 275/35/21 (rear)
• X3 xDrive 30e 225/60/18 or 245/50/19 or 245/45/20 (front) 275/40/20 (rear) or 245/40/21 (front) 275/35/21 (rear)
• X3 xDrive 30e w M Brake 245/50/19 or 245/45/20 (front) 275/40/20 (rear) or 245/40/21 (front) 275/35/21 (rear)
• X3 xDrive M40i 245/50/19 or 245/45/20 (front) 275/40/20 (rear) or 245/40/21 (front) 275/35/21 (rear)

What are the best tires for BMW X3

18-inch Sizes

Best Tire for BMW X3

Continental Cross Contact LX 25

One of the most highly rated tires with the best combination of features, the Continental Cross Contact LX 25 stands out among the rest. These tires offer an excellent balance of wet and dry weather braking with a reasonably dynamic driving feel. At the same time these touring tires deliver the premium ride (low noise and high comfort) befitting a BMW.

They come with an impressively long 70,000 mile tread life warranty and are extremely reasonably priced.

On top of this there’s Continental’s additional warrant features that include three years of roadside assistance for a flat tire (or a 150 mile tow) as well as a free replacement tire for any tire damaged as a result of a road hazard during the first 2/32-inch of treadwear.

   

Best Replacement Tires for BMW X3

Hankook Kinergy GT H436

As an alternative to the Continental’s above, the Hankook Kinergy GT H436 is another solid choice and one of the tires BMW offers on the X3 from the factory. Two other factory equipped options include the Michelin Primacy MXM4 and Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season, although the Hankooks, despite having a less prestigious name, deliver excellent performance, come with a 70,000 mile tread life warranty, are runflats and don’t cost a fortune either.

   

Best Budget Tire for BMW X3

Falken Pro G5 CSV

These tires won’t wow you but they deliver enough in every area that unless you’re a particular driver, you probably won’t notice. As touring tires they’re focused more on a quiet and calm highway drive with less focus on driving engagement. And that’s ok if you’re not looking to push your X3 to the limit. Wet and dry braking power are decent, plus it comes with a solid 60,000 mile tread life warranty. With an extremely attractive price, the Falken Pro G5 CSV makes a compelling argument.

The only down side is that these are made custom for Discount Tire, so while they are easy enough to order, you can’t find them everywhere.

Best Performance Tire for BMW X3

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

If you’re looking to improve the grip of your X3, there’s no better way to do it than with these ultra high-performance tires from Michelin. The Pilot Sport 4 SUV is the brand’s latest innovation with incredible summer grip and amazing driving feel. As dedicated summer tires the do come with a 20,000 mile warranty. So tread life isn’t very long, but the pricing is decent and the performance is world class.

   

Best Performance Tire for BMW X3 (alternative)

Hankook Ventus S1 Evo2 SUV

As an alternative to those Michelins there are these Hankooks which BMW actually equips on some X3s from the factory. The extra wide center tread rib means there’s immediate responsiveness in the tire and a very stable ride at speed. The tread itself has a lower profile for improved responsiveness and less flex in the tire, while to combat this feature in the wet are extremely wide channels to help evacuate water. There’s no mileage warranty on the tires, which is certainly a strike against them, but they are runflats, something we suspect most BMW drivers will appreciate.

   

Best All-Season Tire for BMW X3

Goodyear Assurance Weather Ready

If you don’t want to be swapping between summer and winter tires, or putting up with some all-seasons when you probably shouldn’t be, then the Goodyear Assurance Weather Ready is a perfect solution. This all-season tire is certified for true winter use and even features the three peak mountain snowflake logo on the sidewall to prove it.

With winter grip handled, the tread blocks actually lock together under cornering to give a stable driving feel and capable performance in dry summer conditions. And when the rain falls, water evacuation channels do their job of clearing water from the tread pattern. Better yet, they’ll continue to do so for the life of the tire, as they actually expand as the tread wears, so as to maintain this wet weather grip.

A 60,000 mile warranty is a bit less than some of the available touring tires and the price for these tires is on the high side. However, for not having to think about swapping tires in different seasons (or having to own a second set of tires) these tires pay for themselves.

   

Longest Lasting Tire for BMW X3

Goodyear Assurance Max Life

Available for some X3 fitments the Goodyear Assurance Max Life boasts what no other tire can, an 85,000 mile tread life warranty. All around capable and luxurious tires, if you don’t want to be replacing your tires again any time soon, or even think about it, these are a perfect choice.

   

Cheapest Tire for BMW X3

Westlake SU318 HT

At under $100 a tire, Westlake’s budget offering doesn’t promise much. Dry weather grip from these performance all-seasons is decent, although they’re somewhat lacking in the wet. A warranty of 50,000 miles mean they will last for a number of years. Technically speaking the Ohtsu FP7000 is cheaper, so you can give that a look as well, but with no warranty, we wouldn’t bother.

   

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19-inch Tires

Best Tire for BMW X3

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4

When you move up to the 19-inch wheel size on an X3 the tire options become significantly fewer, more expensive and much more high-performance focused. And of that group, theMichelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 stands out.

Dry and wet weather grip are significantly superior than on rival tires. In fact, dry performance, including everything from braking to handling is outstanding. The BMW X3 can handle fantastically well and this tires let it do just that. If you enjoy driving, do your self a favor and make sure to get these Michelins.

The do cost more than the competition and the warranty range is slightly less at 45,000 miles, but its very much worth it.

   

Best Tire for BMW X3 (Alternative)

Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06

Cheaper and with more warranty (50,000 miles) than the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 you might be surprised this tire isn’t umber one on our list. But that just goes to show how fantastic those Michelins are.

However, that’s not to say there’s anything at fault with the Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06. Far from it. These are exceptional all-season performance tires with solid dry performance and plenty of built-in tread technology to help them grip in the wet. There’s also some light winter grip. While not much, it’s better than what you’ll find on other tires, so this does give the Continentals an edge in some areas. Stamped on the tire tread are the letters, D, W and S for Dry, Wet and Snow, and that built in indicator lets you know that when the corresponding letter has worn off, it’s no longer ideally suited to that type of driving.

   

Cheapest Tire for BMW X3

Nitto Motivo

You won’t find any real bargains when looking for high performance summer tires, especially in a low profile 19-inch fitment. That said, pricing on the Nitto Motivo is good, but don’t get your hopes up about saving a bungle. Grip is slightly reduced compared to the Continentals both in the dry and wet. The real value in these tires is more incremental with a longer tread life warranty (60,000 miles) making them a better long-term investment.

   

Best Winter Tires for BMW X3

Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 RFT

The amazing snow-grip of Bridgestone’s iconic Blizzak tire combined with the added safety that a run-flat offers. Get maximum confidence with the Blizzak LM001 RFT.

This directional tread that’s heavily siped gives amazing stability on snow covered road and stops impressively on clear roads too. Plus, deep channels do an impressive job of forcing slush out of the contact patch.

As a true run-flat this tire can travel up to 50 miles (at speeds of up to 50 mph) so you can get where you’re headed safety (and on time) before having to deal with any flat tire issues.

   

What tires come on the BMW X3?

The following tires come on the MW X3 from the factory:

18-inch wheels

Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat, Hankook Kinergy GT HRS, Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Run Flat, Bridgestone Alenza 001 RFT, Michelin Primacy MXM4 ZP, Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport AS RFT

19-inch wheels

Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat, Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport AS RFT, Michelin Latitude Sport 3 ZP, Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Run Flat

20-inch wheels

Pirelli P Zero Run Flat (PZ4), Michelin Latitude Sport 3 ZP, Bridgestone Alenza 001 RFT

Tire Buying FAQ

Where can I find the best price on tires?

There is no one answer to this question unfortunately. Sites like Tire Rack and Discount tire offer deals all the time on specific brands. You can also find deals on Amazon though they are much harder to find and often only apply to a specific size or group of sizes. Visit our Tire Deals page for more info.

When is the best time to buy tires?

It’s common that many shoppers buy tires once its already too late. At that point you don’t have a lot of choice and can often over-pay. If you’re planning ahead, generally, retailers offer significant tire deals around major holiday weekends (especially in the summer), as well as Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

How much is Shipping?

Shipping is often included when you purchase tires online. Many retailers offer free shipping if you get your tires shipped to an installer that they recommend. Even if you ship to your home, Tire Rack offers free shipping on purchases over $50. And if you’re buying new tires, that won’t be hard.

How long does shipping take?

Shipping can take just a few days, or over a week in the worst cases. Often it depends on where you live. anyone in a larger urban center or living closer to a tire distribution center can get them quite quickly.

Does anyone offer mobile tire installation?

Depending on where you live, there may be numerous local mobile tire installers available. If you don’t want to deal with the hassle of tracking one down, TireRack offers its own service. You don’t even have to purchase tires from TireRack to use it.

While it’s more expensive than bringing your tires to the shop, it’s also a lot more convenient. Prices start at $25 per tire.

How much does it cost to install a tire?

Generally you’ll pay between $25 and $50 per tire for installation services. This includes mounting and balancing, while using the latest tools so your rims don’t get scuffed or scraped.

Do I need to replace the tire pressure monitoring system when I change tires?

It’s not necessary to replace TMPS sensors when you change tires, but you may want to consider it. The units can fail over time due to damage or corrosion. Also, most units contain a battery and as a sealed unit, they must be replaced when the battery wears down. While most tire installers will handle sourcing these parts for you, you can also buy your own here.

Do online tire retailers offer rebates?

Absolutely! In fact, rebates are offered by most brands (even premium ones). Often these incentives are offered with other deals including up-front discounts and credit card offers.