2013 BMW 328i Speaker Sizes

The 2013 BMW 328i speaker size chart provides factory audio system specifications for replacement or aftermarket upgrade purposes. Information includes speaker locations throughout the vehicle: front door panel, rear door panel, center dash, rear side panel, rear deck lid, and below seats. Details cover stock speaker specifications to assist with aftermarket component compatibility when upgrading factory audio systems.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Below Seats 8 Subwoofer
  • Very limited height clearance
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Center Dash 1 Tweeter
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Center Dash 4 Midrange
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 4 Midrange
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 1 Tweeter
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 4 Midrange
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 4 Midrange
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Side Panel 0.75 Tweeter
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Side Panel 4 Midrange
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2013 BMW 328i Speaker Replacement Summary

12 total positions
6 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 6 Medium: 6 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 7 Low: 3

2013 BMW 328i Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2013 BMW 328i utilizes a multi-way speaker configuration with separate tweeters and midrange drivers distributed across numerous locations throughout the cabin.
  • Tweeter sizes vary between 0.75 inch and 1 inch depending on mounting location, with the rear side panel accommodating the smaller 0.75 inch units while other positions accept 1 inch components.
  • A consistent 4 inch midrange driver size appears across five distinct mounting locations, suggesting a standardized approach to mid-frequency reproduction in the center dash, door panels, rear deck lid, and rear side panels.
  • The subwoofer position below the seats accommodates an 8 inch driver, which may provide low-frequency extension without requiring trunk space allocation.
  • Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and midrange drivers would align with the factory configuration, potentially simplifying installation while maintaining the original acoustic design intent.
  • Replacing the midrange drivers might offer more noticeable sound quality improvements than tweeter upgrades alone, given their larger surface area and broader frequency range coverage.
  • The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket source component selection if audio system upgrades extend beyond speaker replacement.
  • The widespread distribution of speakers across seven different locations suggests attention to soundstage creation and passenger coverage throughout the interior space.