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BMW 328is Lug Nut Torque

The 1992–1998 BMW 328is lug nut torque is 90 ft-lbs (122 N·m).

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BMW 328is · 1992–1998

Lug nut torque
90ft-lbs122 N·m
Same spec for every year 1992–1998.
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the BMW 328is

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205/60R151992–1998 · Compare prices →225/50R161992–1998 · Compare prices →

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BMW 328is lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a BMW 328is?

The 1992–1998 BMW 328is lug nut torque is 90 ft-lbs (122 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all 328is trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every 328is trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the BMW 328is lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 90 ft-lbs (122 N·m) for every model year we have, 1992–1998.

What size tires come on the BMW 328is?

Factory tire sizes include 205/60R15 (1992–1998) and 225/50R16 (1992–1998). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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