225/50 R17
Available 
ContiPremiumContact 2 225/50 R17 98V Summer
from £128.99-£199.24.
£128.99-£199.24
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/50 R17 98V
Vehicle tyre fitment guide
2017 BMW 3 Series tyres
Compare matching summer tyres for the 2017 BMW 3 Series by exact size, then confirm your current sidewall or vehicle placard before you buy.
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Last verified: 2026-06-19
2017 BMW 3 Series fitment summary
The researched tyre sizes for this 2017 BMW 3 Series guide are 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19, 255/35 R19. Some BMW 3 Series wheel packages use staggered front and rear sizes. Confirm front and rear sidewall sizes separately before ordering. Fitment source checked: 1.
225/50 R17225/45 R18255/40 R18225/40 R19255/35 R19
Tyres grouped by 2017 BMW 3 Series size
Only Tyres.net products whose listed size exactly matches one of the researched 2017 BMW 3 Series tyre sizes are shown here. Check load index, speed rating, season and run-flat notes before buying.
225/45 R18
Available 
Cinturato P7 (P7C2) 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £125.83-£170.59.
£125.83-£170.59
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
Available 
EcoContact 6 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £124.81-£191.39.
£124.81-£191.39
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
Available 
ContiSportContact 5 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £125.12-£228.90.
£125.12-£228.9
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
255/35 R19
Available 
ContiSportContact 5 P 255/35 ZR19 96Y Summer
from £130.41-£282.84.
£130.41-£282.84
Tyre sizes tracked: 255/35 ZR19 96Y
Matching Tyres.net options
Start with Cinturato P7 (P7C2) 225/45 R18 95Y Summer (£125.83-£170.59), ContiPremiumContact 2 225/50 R17 98V Summer (£128.99-£199.24), ContiSportContact 5 P 255/35 ZR19 96Y Summer (£130.41-£282.84); each is included because its Tyres.net listed size matches a researched 2017 BMW 3 Series tyre size. This is not a claim that every trim uses the same size. Confirm the current sidewall, load index and speed rating before ordering. Use season, stock, delivery terms and price as secondary filters after size fitment.
Available
Cinturato P7 (P7C2) 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £125.83-£170.59.
£125.83-£170.59
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
Available
ContiPremiumContact 2 225/50 R17 98V Summer
from £128.99-£199.24.
£128.99-£199.24
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/50 R17 98V
Available
ContiSportContact 5 P 255/35 ZR19 96Y Summer
from £130.41-£282.84.
£130.41-£282.84
Tyre sizes tracked: 255/35 ZR19 96Y
Available
EcoContact 6 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £124.81-£191.39.
£124.81-£191.39
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
Available
ContiSportContact 5 225/45 R18 95Y Summer
from £125.12-£228.90.
£125.12-£228.9
Tyre sizes tracked: 225/45 R18 95Y
At-a-glance fitment comparison
The table is filtered to researched tyre sizes: 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19, 255/35 R19. Compare the listed size against the current tyre sidewall first, then check load/speed rating, season and run-flat notes. Products outside those researched sizes are deliberately excluded from this vehicle shortlist.
| Product | Type | Season | Tyre sizes | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinturato P7 (P7C2) 225/45 R18 95Y Summer | Car tyre | Summer | 225/45 R18 95Y | £125.83 |
| ContiPremiumContact 2 225/50 R17 98V Summer | Car tyre | Summer | 225/50 R17 98V | £128.99 |
| ContiSportContact 5 P 255/35 ZR19 96Y Summer | Car tyre | Summer | 255/35 ZR19 96Y | £130.41 |
| EcoContact 6 225/45 R18 95Y Summer | Car tyre | Summer | 225/45 R18 95Y | £124.81 |
| ContiSportContact 5 225/45 R18 95Y Summer | Car tyre | Summer | 225/45 R18 95Y | £125.12 |
What the fitment research shows
The researched tyre sizes for this 2017 BMW 3 Series guide are 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19 and 255/35 R19. That does not mean every trim uses the same tyre size. BMW 3 Series fitment can vary by trim, wheel option, market and even previous wheel changes, so the model year alone is not enough to order safely. Some wheel packages also use staggered front and rear sizes, which means the front and rear sidewalls should be checked separately before buying. Always confirm the current sidewall or the vehicle placard before you order.
How this shortlist compares
This shortlist only includes exact-size matching summer tyres, so the first job is to match the size on the tyre already fitted to the car. The options here split into comfort and efficiency-leaning choices, such as the Pirelli Cinturato P7 (P7C2) 225/45 R18 95Y Summer and the Continental EcoContact 6 225/45 R18 95Y Summer, plus more sport-focused choices like the Continental ContiSportContact 5 225/45 R18 95Y Summer and ContiSportContact 5 P 255/35 ZR19 96Y Summer. Prices are fairly close for several entries, so fitment, intended use, stock and delivery should matter more than sticker price alone.
How to choose the right tyre for your BMW
Start with the tyre sidewall, then check the vehicle placard, and only then compare brand, price and use case. Match the size exactly from the researched set: 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19 or 255/35 R19. If your BMW uses staggered fitment, confirm the front and rear tyres separately rather than assuming both axles take the same size. After that, compare the load index and speed rating on the current tyre against the listing, and check any run-flat marking if your car already uses run-flats.
Why the same model can need different sizes
A 2017 BMW 3 Series can wear different tyre sizes depending on trim, wheel package, market and any changes made by a previous owner. That is why one car may use 225/50 R17 while another uses 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19 or 255/35 R19. On some versions, the front and rear tyres are different sizes, so both sidewalls must be checked before ordering. The tyre sidewall and the vehicle placard are more reliable than the badge on the boot lid.
All shortlisted tyres are summer tyres
Every tyre in this shortlist is a summer tyre, so this page is for warm-weather road use rather than a year-round recommendation. If you drive mainly on ordinary roads and want a comfortable, everyday feel, the road-focused options are the natural comparison point. If you prefer a firmer, more dynamic feel, the ContiSportContact entries are the more performance-leaning options in the list. Shoppers looking for winter or all-season tyres should use a separate shortlist built for those conditions and still check the same fitment details first.
What to check before checkout
Before you buy, confirm the exact size on the current sidewall, then check the load index, speed rating, current stock, delivery cost and fitting options. If your car currently uses run-flat tyres, confirm the marking before changing type. The prices shown here are only a buying snapshot, so availability and delivery terms can change before you complete the order.
How to judge value on this shortlist
Value here starts with the correct fit and then moves to the total buy-in cost. A lower price is not a good deal if the size is wrong, so compare the exact match, season, brand familiarity and current availability before deciding. Continental and Pirelli are the two brands represented in the shortlist, and the price spread is relatively narrow across several options, so stock and delivery can be just as important as headline price. The sportier tyres may suit drivers who want a sharper feel, while the comfort and efficiency-leaning options are the more natural everyday comparison.
Retailer details used
Last checked 2026-06-19. The source list below is included to help you check the details behind the comparison. Always confirm the latest price, delivery cost, stock status and product details with the retailer before buying.
- Vehicle tyre-size fitment sourcevehicle tyre-size fitment research; products are selected from exact matching Tyres.net listed sizes
- 2017 BMW 3 Series Tires | Shop Goodyear TiresModel-year fitment options, general buying guidance, and tyre-size lookup advice.
- Find Tires by Vehicle | GoodyearSpecific 330i fitment examples, staggered/square examples, and door-jamb/sidewall size lookup guidance.
- New Cinturato P7 tires price | PirelliManufacturer positioning of Cinturato P7 (P7C2) as a summer tyre focused on wet performance, mileage and rolling resistance.
- ContiSportContact 5 | Continental TiresManufacturer positioning around grip, handling, braking and mileage.
- EcoContact 6 | Continental pneumatikyManufacturer positioning of EcoContact 6 as a summer tyre with efficiency focus.
Helpful next reads
Keep comparing with related reviews and buying guides before checking the latest retailer prices.
Buying questions
Can a 2017 BMW 3 Series have different tyre sizes depending on trim or wheel package?
Yes. The 2017 BMW 3 Series can use different sizes depending on trim, wheel option and market, so one car may need 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 225/40 R19 or 255/35 R19. Check the current sidewall and the vehicle placard rather than relying on the model year alone.
Why might the front and rear tyre sizes be different on some 3 Series wheel packages?
Some BMW 3 Series wheel packages use staggered fitment, which means the front and rear tyres can be different sizes. Check the front and rear sidewalls separately, especially if the car has larger wheels or has had wheels changed in the past.
Are these shortlisted tyres summer tyres only, and should I check anything else before buying?
Yes, all five shortlisted tyres are summer tyres. Before buying, confirm the exact sidewall size, then check the load index, speed rating, stock status, delivery cost and run-flat marking if your car currently uses run-flat tyres.
Should I use this page if I need winter or all-season tyres?
No. This shortlist is for summer tyres only, so it is designed for shoppers comparing matching summer options for the 2017 BMW 3 Series. If you need winter or all-season tyres, use a separate shortlist for those conditions and still confirm fitment first.
Why is the tyre sidewall more important than the model year alone?
The sidewall shows the exact size currently fitted, while the model year only tells you the general vehicle generation. On the 2017 BMW 3 Series, trim, wheel option, market and previous wheel changes can all affect the right size, so the tyre itself is the safest starting point.