Tyre wear on i4 e40 - recommendations for replacements

techwhiz1 · 12-21-2022, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by smatanovic

I had the DWS06+ on my E91 and they were awesome, however they do not yet have a version that is EV optimized in terms of noise and rolling resistance, so I am loathe to put them on the i4.

I run them on my X5. Similar weight to an i5, the 5000lb range.

They wear well. Definitely in the 30k mile range since they can't be rotated on my X5. They are quiet and rolling resistance seems to be okay. They do well for gas mileage.

They last about 30k+ on the X5. Lasted longer on the E90.

I plan to switch to the DWS as soon as the stock 20" on the M50 wear out. I don't think it will be worse than the gumballs that come with the car.

techwhiz1 · 12-21-2022, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Cosmo_Kramer

I know you want the car you ordered but have you looked into M50 available for sale? Demand has softened and I’ve seen a few that are available. Surely, the one you ordered matched 90% of what you want most M50 are pretty loaded. I would bail out at this point or look for another car altogether.

Just an update.
Got a VIN Friday.

smatanovic · 12-21-2022, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by techwhiz1

Just an update.
Got a VIN Friday.

WOOO_HOOO!!!

OUGrad05 · 12-25-2022, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by WallyF

I have had two sets if the Continental ExtremeContact DWS tires. They are very good. Driving at 80 mph in heavy rain is no problem. Very stable and predictable. I loved them.
Consumers Report rated them below the Vrederstein tires.

Just looking into options.

Wallyf

This or Michelin Pilot Sport AS3+

WallyF · 12-25-2022, 01:23 PM

I just measured the tread depth of my new 2023 i4 eDrive 40 with 174 miles on it. The Pirelli P Zero A/S measured 9/32" on all four tires. Most tires start of at 10/32" or 11/32". These are the "star" marked tires specifically for BMW.

I wonder if BMW has the tires shaved to improve ride quality as other Pirelli A/S tires are 10/32". Looking at Tire Rack, they do not specify the tread depth and other parameters.

Wallyf

kbsilver · 12-26-2022, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by WallyF

I just measured the tread depth of my new 2023 i4 eDrive 40 with 174 miles on it. The Pirelli P Zero A/S measured 9/32" on all four tires. Most tires start of at 10/32" or 11/32". These are the "star" marked tires specifically for BMW.

I wonder if BMW has the tires shaved to improve ride quality as other Pirelli A/S tires are 10/32". Looking at Tire Rack, they do not specify the tread depth and other parameters.

Wallyf

I do not believe the tires are shaved, just the way they are made. Just curious, check to see how much balance weights are on the wheels. Some tires are made well enough to need none, Pirelli's seem to need A LOT. Except the weight issue, I'm pretty happy with the ride they give (now at 6000 miles), and wear rates are very reasonable so far.

WallyF · 12-26-2022, 09:49 AM

kbsilver,

The average number of weights is 8 units. I assume that they are 1/2 oz per unit. Photo 1 is the minimum of 6 and photo 2 is the maximum of 14.

I would say that this is a normal number; i.e. average number in my experience.

Wallyf

kbsilver · 12-26-2022, 10:01 AM

Think these are 5 gram weights. Maybe there was a batch of not so perfect tires when my car was built as one has almost 30 weights.

bavarianride · 03-11-2024, 01:46 AM

I met an 2023 i4 M50 owner at the tire shop, his factory P Zero A/S's were almost bald at 12k miles.

OUGrad05 · 03-11-2024, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bavarianride

I met an 2023 i4 M50 owner at the tire shop, his factory P Zero A/S's were almost bald at 12k miles.

eDrive40 here and I've got the All Season and I'm at 20k miles probably will get 30 out of these and still have them safe to drive on? We'll see.

bavarianride · 03-11-2024, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kbsilver

Think these are 5 gram weights. Maybe there was a batch of not so perfect tires when my car was built as one has almost 30 weights.

What brand of tire is this?

Grosso · 03-11-2024, 07:23 PM

Hi guys, does anyone have problem with m50 (xdrive version) with tearing or collapsing by constant addition of gas caused by different tire usage (tread high)? Ive had this problem on 535xd, now Im interested if this problem is solved in this type of xdrive or is better way for me to buy rwd i4 40. Sorry for my bad english!
Thanks!

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WallyF First Lieutenant 97 Rep 399 Posts Drives: 2023 BMW i4 eDrive40 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Fort Wayne, IN iTrader: (1) Garage List 2023 BMW i4 eDrive4 ... [0.00]	Pirelli P Zero A/S tread depth starts out at 9/32" I just measured the tread depth of my new 2023 i4 eDrive 40 with 174 miles on it. The Pirelli P Zero A/S measured 9/32" on all four tires. Most tires start of at 10/32" or 11/32". These are the "star" marked tires specifically for BMW. I wonder if BMW has the tires shaved to improve ride quality as other Pirelli A/S tires are 10/32". Looking at Tire Rack, they do not specify the tread depth and other parameters. Wallyf
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WallyF First Lieutenant 97 Rep 399 Posts Drives: 2023 BMW i4 eDrive40 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Fort Wayne, IN iTrader: (1) Garage List 2023 BMW i4 eDrive4 ... [0.00]	kbsilver, The average number of weights is 8 units. I assume that they are 1/2 oz per unit. Photo 1 is the minimum of 6 and photo 2 is the maximum of 14. I would say that this is a normal number; i.e. average number in my experience. Wallyf Attached Images
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kbsilver Captain 142 Rep 634 Posts Drives: 340GT & '22 eDrive40 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (0)	Think these are 5 gram weights. Maybe there was a batch of not so perfect tires when my car was built as one has almost 30 weights. Attached Images
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bavarianride Major General 1509 Rep 5,089 Posts Drives: bimmer Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: northern california iTrader: (0)	I met an 2023 i4 M50 owner at the tire shop, his factory P Zero A/S's were almost bald at 12k miles.
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Grosso Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: Bmw 535xd Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: Slovakia iTrader: (0)	Hi guys, does anyone have problem with m50 (xdrive version) with tearing or collapsing by constant addition of gas caused by different tire usage (tread high)? Ive had this problem on 535xd, now Im interested if this problem is solved in this type of xdrive or is better way for me to buy rwd i4 40. Sorry for my bad english! Thanks!
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