BMW 5 Series Steering Wheel Size (1982 - 2026)
Steering wheel size can vary across the BMW 5 Series production run. The available data includes sizes such as 14 3/4", 14 9/16", and 14 15/16" X 4 1/8", Grips 14 1/2" X 5 1/8". (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 | 530i | 14 3/4"1 | |
| 2026 | 540i | 14 3/4" | |
| 2026 | 550e | 14 3/4" | |
| 2026 | M5 | 14 9/16"2 | |
| 2026 | M5 Touring | 14 3/4"3 | |
| 2025 | 530i | 14 3/4" | |
| 2025 | 540i | 14 3/4" | |
| 2025 | 550e | 14 3/4" | |
| 2025 | M5 | 14 9/16" | |
| 2025 | M5 Touring | 14 3/4" | |
| 2023 | 518 — d | 15 1/16" X 4 1/8", Grips 14 1/2" X 5 1/8" | |
| 2023 | 523 — d | 14 3/4" X 4 1/8", Grips 14 1/2" X 5 1/8"4 | |
| 2023 | 545 — e | 14 15/16" X 4 1/8", Grips 14 1/2" X 5 1/8" | |
| 2023 | M5 — Competition | 14 15/16" X 4 1/8", Grips 14 1/2" X 5 1/8" | |
| 2001 | 525i | 15 3/16" | |
| 2001 | 530i | 15 3/16" | |
| 2001 | 540i | 15 3/16" | |
| 1991 | 524 — td | 15 3/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1990 | 524td | 15 3/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1989 | 524 — td | 15 3/16" X 3 3/4" | AXX |
| 1988 | 524 — td | 15 3/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1988 | M535 — i | 15 3/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1987 | M535 — i | 15 3/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1986 | M535 — i | 15 3/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1985 | M535 — i | 15 3/16" X 3 1/2" | AX |
| 1984 | 533 — i | 16 1/2" X 3 1/2" | BX |
| 1983 | 533 — i | 16 1/2" X 3 1/2" | BX |
| 1982 | 533 — i | 16 1/2" X 3 1/2" | BX |
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
Note 2: 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
Note 3: 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
Note 4: A flat-bottom steering-wheel configuration is recorded for this model year. This does not establish that every trim uses that shape; confirm your installed wheel before selecting a cover. 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 5 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 5 Series. Always verify fitment on the wheel before driving with an installed cover.