GermanyBMW tyres and servicing in Dubai
Many BMWs are supplied on run-flat tyres and have no spare wheel at all, which changes what happens when you get a puncture and what your options are.
Common BMW tyre sizes
- 225/45R18 (3 Series)
- 275/40R20 (X5 rear)
- 245/45R19 (5 Series)
Always check the placard inside your driver’s door — trim levels and wheel options change the size, and a previous owner may have fitted something different.
The ★ marking on BMW tyres
The star marks a tyre developed specifically for BMW. On run-flat fitments in particular, the star version has a different sidewall construction from the standard tyre of the same size.
We will tell you whether the tyre we are quoting carries the marking or not, and what the practical difference is. Some drivers reasonably choose a non-marked tyre to save money — that is a decision you should get to make knowingly.
Worth knowing in UAE conditions
- Run-flat tyres have stiff reinforced sidewalls and are considerably harder to fit without damage — they need a proper machine and an experienced fitter.
- A run-flat that has been driven on while deflated must be replaced, not repaired, even if it looks undamaged.
- Many BMWs run staggered fitments, with wider tyres on the rear than the front. They cannot be rotated front-to-back.
What we can do for your BMW
- Tyre replacementNew tyres for cars, SUVs and 4x4s, supplied and fitted in Al Quoz.
- Puncture repairAssessed properly, repaired where it is safe, replaced where it is not.
- Wheel alignmentFour-wheel alignment on a proper rig, with a printout before and after.
- Oil changeEngine oil and filter changed to the correct grade for your vehicle.
- Brake servicePads, discs and fluid inspected and replaced as needed.
- A/C serviceDiagnosis, regas and repair for car air conditioning.
What we do on a BMW
- Run-flat tyre supply and fitting
- Four-wheel alignment
- Brake discs, pads and sensors
- Cooling: water pump, thermostat and expansion tank
- Servicing: oil, filters and plugs
What we will send you to the dealer for
- CAS/FEM immobiliser and key work
- Warranty, recall and online software updates
- Camera and radar calibration
We are an independent garage, not a BMW dealer or an authorised service centre, and we do not claim to be.