1998 BMW 318 Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 1998 BMW 318 uses 9006 low beams, 9005 high beams and H1 fog lights.
1998 BMW 318 bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Fog Light Bulb Front | H1 |
| Headlight Bulb High Beam | 9005 |
| Headlight Bulb Low Beam | 9006 |
| Parking Light Bulb | 2825 |
Tap any bulb size to see it on Amazon. Trims and mid-year changes can differ, so pull the old bulb and match the number on its base before you order.
Which bulb should I buy?
- Just need it working again? Buy the standard halogen in the same size. It's cheap, it's legal everywhere, and it takes five minutes.
- Want to see better at night without messing with anything? Step up to a brighter halogen. Same plug, more light, no wiring.
- Want the white, modern look? Go LED. Great for fog, reverse, plate and interior lights. For headlights, LED bulbs in a housing built for halogen can throw glare, so aim them after you install and check your state's rules before running them on the street.
Our picks by bulb size
H1 (fog light front)
- Top pick: OSRAM Night Breaker Laser H1 halogen
9005 (headlight high beam)
9006 (headlight low beam)
- Halogen: Philips 9006 CrystalVision Platinum halogen (2 pack)
- LED: SEALIGHT 9006 LED bulbs (pack of 2)
2825 (parking light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
For brake lights and turn signals, match the LED color to the lens: red behind a red lens, amber for turn signals.
While you're in there
- Cloudy headlights? New bulbs won't fix a yellowed lens. A replacement housing makes a bigger difference than any bulb: see BMW 318 headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? BMW 318 tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 1998 BMW 318?
9006.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 1998 BMW 318?
9005.
What size is the fog light bulb on a 1998 BMW 318?
H1.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 1998 BMW 318?
Most sizes on this vehicle have a plug-in LED version. Fog, license plate and interior lights are the easy wins. For headlights, aim them after you install and check your local laws first.
How do I make sure I'm buying the right size?
Pull the old bulb and read the number stamped on its base, or check the bulb chart in your owner's manual. Trims and mid-year changes can differ from any chart, including this one.
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