Adding BMW i3 wheel spacers is one of the most popular modifications that improve the wheel style and performance. It is the most cost effective and easiest way to widen your vehicle without damaging the ride quality. The wheels sit further away which provides better stability and rollover resistance.
Additionally, BMW i3 wheel spacers add more inner wheel clearance. This allows you to install bigger tires and larger brakes safely. For those who plan on keeping the factory wheels and want to add bigger brake calipers, wheel spacers will be a very useful solution. In this post, we’ll examine the best BMW i3 wheel spacers sizes and top brands.
Best BMW i3 Wheel Spacers Size Chart
Fender Clearance:
It’s important to consider the kind of suspension (stock suspension, lowering springs, coilovers, or air suspension). Place a straight edge flush with the outermost wheel edge. Then measure from the wheel edge to the inner fender lip. If the result is 10mm, then using 10mm wheel spacers is fine.
- 3mm to 5mm: Provides enough space to fit a big brake kit while keeping OEM-like style.
- 10mm to 20mm: Provides a better wheel stance while improving the ride quality.
- 25mm to 35mm: Provides a wider track to enhance stability and rollover resistance.
- 40mm to 50mm: Provides more clearance to fit a wide-body kit without rubbing issues.
Check Wheel Offset:
Determine your current wheel offset and calculate the difference from the desired offset. Generally, a 12mm wheel spacer will reduce about 12mm offset. The less the offset, the more the wheels will stick out from the vehicle hub assembly.
Consider Usage:
Think about how you will use your vehicle. For daily driving, smaller spacers (5mm to 10mm) are usually sufficient, while performance driving may require larger spacers (20mm to 30mm) to provide additional stability and clearance.
Legal Considerations:
Installing BMW i3 wheel spacers is typically legal in most countries and regions, but some states require the tires to stay within the body width. In this case, 10mm to 20mm may be a conservative option.
Bolt Pattern (PCD):
Figuring out the correct bolt pattern (PCD) of BMW i3 is the first thing when researching and shopping for wheel spacers. For example, the BMW i3: PCD=5x112mm, CB=66.5mm, Thread=M14x1.25mm.
Why BONOSS BMW i3 Wheel Spacers Stands Out?
With over 18 years of manufacturing experience, 1800+ drawing updates, BONOSS provides the best BMW i3 wheel spacers. There are several key advantages that make BONOSS forged aluminum wheel spacers a top choice.
1. Better Lightweight Plus Design
BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW i3 wheel spacers are machined with “Hollow Carved” holes. This design provides a lightweight effect while maintaining high strength. Due to these hollow holes, the average weight of each spacer is more than 20% lighter than the previous-gen product. Such a small lightweight component is completely within the capacity of the suspension parts.
2. Top-quality Aluminum Alloy
Considering the strength and rustproof needs, billet aluminum is more suitable. BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW i3 wheel spacers are made of forged 6061-T6 or 7075-T6 aluminum alloy. The tensile strength is up to 572 MPa (AL7075-T6). Such wheel spacers are strong enough to undertake hard driving.
3. Advanced Hub-centric Design
BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW i3 wheel spacers come with better multi-stage hub-centric lips. The hub-centric metal ring is machined to be multi-layers, and the bevels fit the corresponding hub flange, which means zero wheel vibration. This effectively guarantees safety, stability, and reliability.
Final Verdict: Elevate Your Vehicle with BONOSS
With these outstanding advantages, it’s clear that BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW i3 wheel spacers offer exceptional safety, durability, and professionalism. Whether you’re upgrading the aesthetics or improving the handling, choosing BONOSS ensures that you get a product that meets the highest standards of performance and quality.
(Hi, I’m Kevin Brian, an experienced mechanical engineer. All articles, images, and videos are human-produced to ensure the best user experience. They are not generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) Models or tools.)
