2016 BMW 228i Base Wheels & Rims
2016 BMW 228i Base Wheel Gallery — See It On Your Car
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Shop Wheels for 2016 BMW 228i Base
Your 2016 BMW 228i Base comes stock with seventeen-inch by seven-inch wheels featuring a forty-three millimeter offset, all mounted on a five by one-twenty bolt pattern. Whether you're upgrading for performance or aesthetics, ThreePiece.us has verified fitment options from premium brands like Work Wheels, Enkei, and Heritage Wheel that bolt directly onto your car.
Finding the perfect wheel combination for your 228i is straightforward here. Choose from seventeen or eighteen-inch sizes in multiple widths, all confirmed to fit your specific five by one-twenty bolt pattern and center bore. Every wheel ships free to the lower forty-eight states, making your upgrade hassle-free from selection to installation.
2016 BMW 228i Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 2016 BMW 228i Base rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 72.6mm center bore. The factory wheel is 17x7 with a 43mm offset. You can upgrade to larger 17-inch widths up to 9 inches, or step up to 18-inch sizes ranging from 7.5 to 9 inches wide—all in non-staggered square setups that suit this model perfectly.
Keep in mind that only the 5x120 bolt pattern will fit your 228i. Because the hub-centric center bore measures 72.6mm, use hub-centric rings if you choose a wheel with a larger bore. Aggressive widths or offsets that deviate significantly from stock can risk contact with fenders or suspension components, so verify fitment specs carefully before ordering.
Every wheel we list for your 228i is verified to bolt on correctly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We stock Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei—all ready to ship.
2016 BMW 228i Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x120 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 72.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 17x7 wheels at a +43 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M14x1.25
Torque Spec
89 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
2016 BMW 228i Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/50R17, 225/45R17, 215/45R17 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17, 225/45R17, 235/45R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +49 | 225/40R18, 205/45R18 | — |
| 19x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/35R19 | — |
| 17x8 | +35 to +40 | 225/45R17, 215/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +30 to +49 | 225/40R18, 215/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +30 to +45 | 225/35R19, 235/35R19, 215/35R19 | — |
| 20x8 | +35 to +45 | 225/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x8.5 | +30 to +45 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +30 to +42 | 225/35R19, 235/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 235/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 19x9.5 | +35 to +40 | 235/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 228i
- BBS — LM, RS, FI, CI-R
- Volk Racing — TE37, ZE40
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
- TSW — Bathurst, Nurburgring
- Rotiform — FLG, OZR, BUC
- Enkei — RPF1, TS-V
Complete Your 2016 BMW 228i Base Build
- BMW 228i coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 228i exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 228i suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 228i brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers