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Best Tyres For BMW X3 - What's Recommended? [2024]

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Supported BMW X3 Generations
  • BMW X3 III LCI (G01) (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
  • BMW X3 III (G01) (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)
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Example Recommendation For 2020 BMW X3 M40i

Based on your selection of the 2020 BMW X3 M40i with a tyre size of 245/45 R20, we recommend the following tyres:

  • Maxxis Bravo HP-M3
  • General Grabber HT6

Quick Summary

Don't have time to read the whole article? We've summarised everything into the table below for you.

TyreTraction
(AA - C)
Wet Grip
(A - E)
TreadwearNoise
(A - C)
Fuel Efficiency
(A - E)
Best Price
(Set of 4)
Maxxis Bravo HP-M3AC700BC
General Grabber HT6-----

If traction and wet grip are most important to you, our analysis suggests that you should take a look at the Bravo HP-M3.

For those who prefer a quiet tyre, take a look at the Bravo HP-M3.

If fuel efficiency is important for you (who doesn't like saving money?), the Bravo HP-M3 are worth investigating.

If you'd like your tyres to last you many years to come, then we recommend a tyre with a high treadwear rating, like the Bravo HP-M3.

2020 BMW X3 M40i Tyre Prices

Before we take a look at how each of these tyres stacks up against each other in terms of performance, let's take a look at how much they cost.

Enter tyre quantity below and see table for the best available price in Australia for each of the products.

TyreBest Price
(4 x 245/45R20)
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Maxxis Bravo HP-M3
99W
No suppliers found stocking this tyre product
General Grabber HT6
103V
No suppliers found stocking this tyre product

2020 BMW X3 M40i Tyre Comparison

Let's take a look at what to consider when choosing car tyres, as well as how our recommended tyres above stack up against each other!

Traction

As you might have guessed, the primary role of tyres is to give your BMW X3 traction on the road.

Traction to grip the road and accelerate quickly, but also traction to allow you to brake and come to a stop quickly in wet and dry conditions.

Tyres with excellent traction performance have shorter stopping distances, which can mean the difference between a near miss and a collision while out on the road.

Excellent traction also means better contact and grip on a variety of terrain, and less likelihood of getting bogged. This is especially important for SUV tyres, which are more likely to see off-road action.

How We Measure This

To compare traction performance between tyres, we use both the standardised test data carried out by the European Union, plus the Uniform Tyre Quality Grading (UTQG) system data out of the USA.

EU Data

EU Grade
(A - E)
Compared to an A grade tyre?
Bravo HP-M3C5 metre greater stopping distance when braking at 80km/h
Grabber HT6No data available for this tyre

As you can see from the table above, the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of C, whereas the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of C.

You can also see these results in the chart below.

Winner

Maxxis Bravo HP-M3

Noise

The dominant source of noise from your BMW X3 while driving on the highway is your tyres. A typical tyre produces over 70 decibels of noise, with some tyre products being considerably noisier.

Excessive noise makes for an unpleasant journey, so it's worth looking for tyres that are less noisy.

All terrain and mud tyres tend to be noisier than standard road tyres, as the large tread blocks mean more friction on the road and therefore, more noise.

How We Measure This

The European Union collects comprehensive data on the noise produced by all tyres sold in the Europe. Where available, we use this data to compare Australian tyres.
EU Grade
(A - C)
Compared to an A grade tyre?
Bravo HP-M3B (70 dB)2 times as noisy
Grabber HT6No data available for this tyre

In terms of noise, the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of 70.5 dB, whereas the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of 70.5 dB.

These values might seem quite similar, but remember that the decibel scale is logarithmic, so small changes can have a big effect.

Winner

Maxxis Bravo HP-M3

Fuel Efficiency

The US Department of Energy estimates that around 25% of the fuel consumption of a vehicle is attributable to the tyres.

This is more than you might think, and it means that tyres with poor fuel efficiency fitted to your BMW X3 could be adding hundreds of dollars to your yearly fuel bill.

While the upfront cost of a new set of tyres is important, it's also worth considering how much extra you will pay over the life of your tyres.

How We Measure This

The European Union collects excellent fuel efficiency data (they call this rolling resistance) on all tyres sold in the Europe. Where available, we use this data to compare Australian tyres.
EU Grade
(A - E)
Compared to an A grade tyre?
Bravo HP-M3C0.2L/100km extra fuel consumption. ~$56 extra per year
Grabber HT6No data available for this tyre

As you can see from the table above, the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of C, whereas the Bravo HP-M3 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of C.

You can also see these results in the chart below.

Winner

Maxxis Bravo HP-M3

Warranty

Many tyre manufacturers and suppliers in Australia now offer a warranty when you purchase a set of their tyres. This warranty is usually in the form of a wear life guarantee.

Typically, they either offer a time-based guarantee (eg. 6 years) or a distance based guarantee (eg. 60,000 km).

The warranty gives you peace of mind that your tyres will last either a certain amount of time or distance, otherwise you will be entitled to some compensation (usually pro-rated).

Warranty (Time)Warranty (Distance)
Bravo HP-M32 years
Grabber HT6No warranty found

Individual Tyre Info

Maxxis Bravo HP-M3

Maxxis Bravo HP-M3
Key Info
Vehicle SuitabilityLight Truck / SUV
Driving StyleHighway All-Season
SeasonAll Season
Release Date2014
Run Flat?No

The Bravo HP-M3 tyres were released on the market by Maxxis in 2014.

Their wet grip performance is average, with an overall grade of C in testing done by the European Union.

Testing shows that they produce about 70.5 dB at typical driving speeds, which is about average.

Fuel efficiency testing suggests average performance, with a grade of C awarded by the European Commission.

In terms treadwear, they received a rating of 700 on the UTQG system, which means 75% longer tread life than 400 rated tyres (for example).

Their UTQG traction grade is A, which is decent.

Their temperature resistance is good, which you can see from their corresponding UTQG grading of A for this category.

General Grabber HT6

General Grabber HT6
Key Info
Vehicle SuitabilityLight Truck / SUV
Driving StyleHighway All-Season
SeasonSummer
Release Date2022
Run Flat?No

The Grabber HT6 tyres were released on the market by General in 2022.

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Louis

I'm Louis, an engineer passionate about helping Australians choose better tyres for their vehicles!