BMW 3 Series Steering Wheel Size (1981 - 2026)
Steering wheel size can vary across the BMW 3 Series production run. The available data includes sizes such as 14 9/16", 14 15/16", and 15 3/16". (diameter x grip circumference)
Refer to the data table below for exact model-year and variant details.
Steering wheel size table
Compare the available model-year measurements below.
| Year | Model / Trim | Steering Wheel Size (Diameter x Grip Circumference) | Size Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 330i | 14 9/16"1 | |
| 2026 | M3 | 14 15/16" | |
| 2026 | M3 Competition | 14 15/16" | |
| 2026 | M340i | 14 9/16" | |
| 2025 | 330i | 14 9/16" | |
| 2025 | M3 | 14 15/16" | |
| 2025 | M3 Competition | 14 15/16" | |
| 2025 | M340i | 14 9/16" | |
| 2004 | 330i — i ZHP | 15 3/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 2003 | 330i — i ZHP | 15 3/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 2002 | 325Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2002 | 325i | 15 3/16" | |
| 2002 | 325xi | 15 3/16" | |
| 2002 | 330Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2002 | 330i | 15 3/16" | |
| 2002 | 330xi | 15 3/16" | |
| 2001 | 325Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2001 | 330Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2001 | 330i | 15 3/16" | |
| 2001 | 330xi | 15 3/16" | |
| 2000 | 323Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2000 | 328Ci | 14 3/4" | |
| 2000 | 328i | 15 3/16" | |
| 1991 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1990 | 324td | 14 15/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1989 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1988 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1987 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1986 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1985 | 324 — td | 14 15/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1984 | 324 — td | 15" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1983 | 315 | 14 15/16" X 3" | A |
| 1983 | 324 — td | 15 1/2" X 3" | A |
| 1982 | 315 | 14 15/16" X 3" | A |
| 1981 | 315 | 14 15/16" X 3" | A |
Note 1: A flat-bottom steering-wheel configuration was documented for this model year. Shape may vary by equipment; do not assume a round cover will fit. Return to measurement
How to confirm cover fitment
Need help measuring diameter or grip circumference before buying a cover? Use our steering wheel measurement guide to confirm the fit on your BMW 3 Series before ordering.
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Steering wheel cover links
Choose a cover by steering wheel diameter. Inch equivalents are approximate, rounded to the nearest 1/16 inch.
| Steering Wheel Diameter | Shop Covers |
|---|---|
| Small (S)35.5–36.5 cm≈ 14–14 3/8" | Shop Small on Amazon |
| Medium (M)>36.5–38.5 cm≈ >14 3/8–15 3/16" | Shop Medium on Amazon |
| Large (L)>38.5–40.5 cm≈ >15 3/16–15 15/16" | Shop Large on Amazon |
Data sources and methodology
SteeringWheelSize.com compiles steering wheel size data from model-year references, manufacturer materials, parts listings, and marketplace sources. The table on this page presents the measurements as diameter x grip circumference.
Trim rows and size classifications are shown when that information is available for the BMW 3 Series. Always verify fitment on the wheel before driving with an installed cover.