Complete tire pressure specifications for all 3 Series model years (1983 - 2013)
Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians. All tire pressure data sourced from OEM specifications.Last updated: February 3, 2025 | WhatsThePressure Editorial Team
29 PSI
(2.0 BAR)
26-38 PSI
Varies by year and tire size
| Year | Front Tire Size | Front Pressure | Rear Tire Size | Rear Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 28 PSI(1.9 BAR) | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1984 | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 28 PSI(1.9 BAR) | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1985 | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 28 PSI(1.9 BAR) | 175/70/R14 T 82 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1986 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1987 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1988 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1989 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1990 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1991 | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 195/65/R14 V 89 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) |
| 1992 | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 1993 | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 1994 | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 1995 | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 205/60/R15 H 91 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 1996 | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1997 | 195/65/R15 H 91 | 26 PSI(1.8 BAR) | 195/65/R15 H 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1998 | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 1999 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 30 PSI(2.1 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 36 PSI(2.5 BAR) |
| 2000 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 28 PSI(1.9 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 2001 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 28 PSI(1.9 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 2002 | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 2003 | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 33 PSI(2.3 BAR) |
| 2004 | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 225/50/R16 W 92 | 35 PSI(2.4 BAR) |
| 2005 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2006 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2007 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2008 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2009 | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 205/55/R16 V 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2010 | 225/45/R17 W 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 225/45/R17 W 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2011 | 225/45/R17 W 91 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) | 225/45/R17 W 91 | 38 PSI(2.6 BAR) |
| 2012 | 225/50/R17 W 94 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 225/50/R17 W 94 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
| 2013 | 225/50/R17 W 94 | 29 PSI(2 BAR) | 225/50/R17 W 94 | 32 PSI(2.2 BAR) |
175/70/R14 T 82
28 PSI(1.9 BAR)
175/70/R14 T 82
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
175/70/R14 T 82
28 PSI(1.9 BAR)
175/70/R14 T 82
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
175/70/R14 T 82
28 PSI(1.9 BAR)
175/70/R14 T 82
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
195/65/R14 V 89
29 PSI(2 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
29 PSI(2 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
29 PSI(2 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
29 PSI(2 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
29 PSI(2 BAR)
205/60/R15 H 91
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
29 PSI(2 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
195/65/R15 H 91
26 PSI(1.8 BAR)
195/65/R15 H 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
29 PSI(2 BAR)
185/65/R15 H 88
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
30 PSI(2.1 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
36 PSI(2.5 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
28 PSI(1.9 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
28 PSI(1.9 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
29 PSI(2 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
29 PSI(2 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
33 PSI(2.3 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
29 PSI(2 BAR)
225/50/R16 W 92
35 PSI(2.4 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
205/55/R16 V 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
225/45/R17 W 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
225/45/R17 W 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
225/45/R17 W 91
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
225/45/R17 W 91
38 PSI(2.6 BAR)
225/50/R17 W 94
29 PSI(2 BAR)
225/50/R17 W 94
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
225/50/R17 W 94
29 PSI(2 BAR)
225/50/R17 W 94
32 PSI(2.2 BAR)
Wait at least 3 hours after driving or check in the morning before use.
Unscrew the cap from the tire valve stem and keep it in a safe place.
Press the gauge firmly onto the valve stem to get a reading.
Match the pressure to your 3 Series's recommended specification above.
Temperature Note: Tire pressure can change by about 1 PSI for every 10°F temperature change. In winter, you may need to add air more frequently. In summer, avoid over-inflation.
All tire pressure data is sourced directly from BMW manufacturer specifications and official owner's manuals for the 3 Series.
We clearly show PSI and BAR values for both front and rear tires, organized by model year for easy reference.
Proper tire pressure is critical for vehicle safety, fuel efficiency, and tire longevity. We ensure accuracy in every specification.
The recommended tire pressure for BMW 3 Series models ranges from 26 to 38 PSI, depending on the year and tire size. The most common pressure is 29 PSI. Always check your specific model year in the table above for exact specifications.
Yes, in many BMW 3 Series models, front and rear tires may have different recommended pressures. This is designed to optimize handling, tire wear, and fuel efficiency. Always follow the manufacturer's specifications for your specific year shown in the table above.
Tire pressure changes by about 1 PSI for every 10°F temperature change. In colder weather, you may need to add air to maintain proper pressure. Always check tire pressure when tires are cold (before driving) for the most accurate reading.
The tire pressure information sticker is typically located on the driver's side door jamb of your BMW 3 Series. It may also be found inside the fuel door or glove compartment. This sticker shows the OEM recommended pressures for your specific vehicle.