1996 Bmw 318I Base Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1996 Bmw 318I Base
Your 1996 BMW 318i Base rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with factory 15x6 wheels. ThreePiece.us carries premium brands like Work Wheels, Enkei, and OHM that fit your chassis perfectly. Every wheel is individually verified to bolt on before shipping free to the lower 48 states.
From understated 15-inch designs to aggressive 18-inch setups, your 318i has genuine options. Choose sizing anywhere from 15x6 up to 18x7.5 depending on your style preference. We stock Heritage Wheel, KATANA RACING, Petrol, Aodhan, and Niche 1PC alongside our other premium offerings, all ready to ship at no charge.
1996 Bmw 318I 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 15x6 wheels at a +42 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
1996 Bmw 318I Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | +35 to +43 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 185/65R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 225/55R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 195/65R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/55R16, 215/50R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/55R16, 215/50R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 16x8 | +35 to +40 | 225/50R16 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x8 | +35 to +40 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x8 | +35 to +40 | 215/40R18, 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 19x8 | +35 to +40 | 225/35R19, 235/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
Best Wheel Brands for the Bmw 318I
- 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 1996 Bmw 318I Base Build
- Bmw 318I coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Bmw 318I exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Bmw 318I suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Bmw 318I 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