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BMW 550i GT Lug Nut Torque

The 2010–2015 BMW 550i GT lug nut torque is 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m).

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BMW 550i GT · 2010–2015

Lug nut torque
105ft-lbs142 N·m
Same spec for every year 2010–2015.
  • ✓ 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 550i GT

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245/40R202010–2015 · Compare prices →245/45R192010–2015 · Compare prices →275/35R20 · rear2010–2015 · Compare prices →275/40R19 · rear2010–2015 · Compare prices →245/50R182010–2015 · Compare prices →

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BMW 550i GT lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a BMW 550i GT?

The 2010–2015 BMW 550i GT lug nut torque is 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all 550i GT trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every 550i GT trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the BMW 550i GT lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m) for every model year we have, 2010–2015.

What size tires come on the BMW 550i GT?

Factory tire sizes include 245/40R20 (2010–2015), 245/45R19 (2010–2015), 275/35R20 (rear) (2010–2015), 275/40R19 (rear) (2010–2015) and 245/50R18 (2010–2015). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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