There are ample features to love about your 328i. You enjoy the luxury interior, the fantastic handling, and that solid engine. To keep it driving as well as it does, you need to buy new tires. The best BMW 328i tires on the market are what you need to drive with confidence.
What are the best 2016 328i tires?
- Touring: Michelin Crossclimate2 – $175.99/tire
- Performance: Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 – $159.99/tire
- Winter/Snow: Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 – $171.51/tire
These are just some of the tire brands and pricing options available. It’s important to look beyond just the type of tire, though. You also need to purchase tires with confidence based on the way you plan to use your car and the key features it offers.
Best Tires for the 2016 BMW 328i
How do you drive your car? Do things like winter weather slow you down? The right tires on your vehicle are going to ensure you don’t get caught in bad situations but they also can enhance overall drive quality and your confidence behind the wheel.
Touring – $175.99/Tire
Most drivers will upgrade to touring tires for their BMW 328i at the very least. This improves drive quality. That includes better responsiveness to turns and acceleration. It also enhances overall speed ratings, which means you can drive well with confidence and love the ride.
Grand touring tires tend to be the best overall option. They are able to provide overall balance in both creating a comfortable ride and offering decent traction. You also get a bit better tread life from these tires over the basic all-season tires you may have right now.
There are other benefits to touring tires. For example, some are high performers, which means you can count on them to create a luxurious feel even on rough surfaces. Touring tires are more expensive, but they are worth it when you get top quality performance from them.
To get that, you really do need to focus on the product you are buying. Customers report that price isn’t enough. Look for long-term warranties. Some note their touring tires did not last as long as expected. Others say they could feel the improvement in the ride quality quickly.
Performance – $159.99/Tire
Another common option is performance tires. Your BMW is going to be a solid choice in this area if you want a more affordable tire but one that still enhances ride improvement. Your performance tires are the more practical option overall (because they are affordable but still an improvement).
Performance tires have good handling control. They do better than touring tires when it comes to traction in both wet and dry conditions. At the same time, they don’t have a long tread life in the basic model. You can upgrade to higher performing options to get the results you want.
Extreme performance or max performance tires may be the best option for a BMW. They will give you better handling with better speed ratings, but also are not as likely to wear out too soon. The grip and comfort of these higher-grade performance tires make them well worth buying in most cases.
These tires perform well because they have lateral groves and more of a flat design on the treads. This helps to give them less ability to slip (though they are not that good for snow control) and more improvement in terms of lasting longer, depending on the brand.
Customer reviews range widely for performance tires. BMW drivers should consider higher-end models as this will enhance the car’s performance. Some customers note their performance tires did not last as long as they hoped. In addition, some report limited improvement overall.
Winter/Snow – $171.51/Tire
Winter tires are a good option if you’re taking your BMW 328i out in the cold (and really most will drive this car as a commuting vehicle, making good tires essential). The car isn’t as heavy as others, which means it needs to have snow tires in most cases.
Keep in mind that snow tires come in various grades. Choose what’s most necessary for your weather and climate. These tires have deep grooves and aggressive treads, which pushes the snow out and away, creating traction and keeping your car from sliding.
If you are going to drive on compacted snow, it may be worth upgrading a bit more. That is, studded snow tires may be an option. They are not necessary (and sometimes are illegal). They are loud and can make your BMW a bit less comfortable to drive overall.
Customer reviews note solid improvement in handling in snow with these tires on their BMW. Keep in mind quality matters. If you are going for snow tires, go for the best available to ensure your lightweight vehicle can still perform at its best and remain easy to handle.
People Also Ask
Do you have questions about your 2016 BMW 328i tires? Perhaps you need some help with a flat? Here are some answers you need.
Does the 2016 BMW 328i come with a spare tire?
The 2016 BMW 328i does not have a spare tire on it. There are options for upgrading to include one, but that’s really not common. There is not even space in the trunk of your BMW for it.
Most vehicles come with a tire repair kit. This means you have a product to patch the hole in the tire so that you can then get the car into the repair shop. These kits are a simple tool to use but do not work in all situations.
Also important, the 2016 BMW 328i features run-flat tires. That means that they should be able to drive even when flat for up to 150 miles.
What’s the recommended tire pressure for a 2016 BMW 328i?
This depends on the tire size you have on your vehicle. Here are some of the necessary tire pressures based on tire size:
- 225/45R18 91Y: 32 psi on front tire and 36 psi on rear tire
- 225/45R18 91Y: 32 psi on front tire and 32 psi on rear tire
- 225/45R18 95Y: 32 psi on front tire and 32 psi on rear tire
- 225/50R17 94V: 32 psi on front tire and 32 psi on rear tire
How do you reset the tire pressure indicator on a 2016 BMW 328i?
The BMW 328i has a tire pressure monitor that’s managed from within the display. The first step is to adjust the tire pressure to the right level. Then, turn the car to the “on” position within starting the actual engine.
Work through the “Menu” using your controls to the “Vehicle Info” section. Then, click on “Vehicle Status.” Then, start the car. Select “Perform Reset” from the menu. Then, confirm that you want it to perform a reset.
You’ll still need to drive the car for several miles before the light will go off.
