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Originally Posted by LogicalApex
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Originally Posted by Beemerguy530
I couldn't resist and asked the question online with a BMW Genius.
So it appears BMW are phasing out the use of Runflat tyres and the reason is to reduce weight and therefore to reduce CO2 emissions. Simple as that.
Standard mobility kit seems the norm going forward. So looking online in the UK if you want runflat tyres on the new LCI G30 you'll have to opt for 20" wheel on the MSport model.
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That's interesting. I thought the whole point of Run Flat tires was to reduce weight as you lose the spare tire or donut.
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I guess that was true when they first introduced runflats save the weight of a spare tyre and safety but now times have changed and the environmental considerations and CO2 have further increased more weight reduction. A mobility kit weighs a lot less than 4 runflat tyres as the tyres are heavier than normal non runflats.