Rear Tray Insert BMW E90 E91 Centre Console Rubber Storage Mat Grey 7137482

Rear Tray Insert BMW E90 E91 Centre Console Rubber Storage Mat is a practical, original part from the Console Parts group, designed as a matte, non-slip surface for the rear storage compartment in the centre tunnel. The grey shade harmoniously matches the factory interior colour scheme of the BMW, improving the aesthetics and functionality of the rear cabin area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7156476
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7156476
• Substitutable numbers: 7156476, 51167156476, 7137482, 51167137482
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Grey
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The presented insert is a rear rubber storage mat for the centre console designed for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models. The component is mounted in the rear part of the tunnel, in the area accessible to rear-seat passengers, where it ensures stable and organized storage of small items.

Thanks to the flexible rubber structure, the insert limits the movement of the storage compartment contents while driving, reduces noise, and protects the plastic surface of the console from scratches and point loads.

Construction, colour, and fitment

The insert is made of moulded rubber with a selected hardness, which ensures proper rigidity while maintaining flexibility for easy installation and removal in the rear part of the console. The grey colour has been selected to match the factory BMW interior finish, allowing the component to visually integrate with the original centre tunnel panels.

The geometry of the insert corresponds to the shape of the factory storage compartment, allowing for precise seating without play or tension. Properly profiled edges facilitate cleaning and periodic removal of the mat for vacuuming or washing.

Benefits of using the rubber insert

Using this component in the rear part of the centre console offers a number of practical benefits:

• protection of the storage compartment surface against scratches and abrasions,
• limiting the movement of small items while driving,
• easier maintenance – the insert can be removed and washed,
• consistent, factory look of the interior thanks to the matched colour scheme,
• maintaining the functionality of the rear console zone in accordance with the BMW design.

For users who care about maintaining the original character of the cabin, such an insert is a simple way to improve the comfort of using the rear storage compartment and reduce the wear of plastic elements.

Installation zone and interior integration

The component is intended for installation in the rear part of the centre console, in the area accessible to rear-seat passengers. Thanks to the design tailored to the specific generation of the BMW 3 Series, the insert works with the factory shape of the tunnel and does not require any modifications or additional fasteners.

The rubber surface improves the ergonomics of the storage compartment, and the neutral, grey shade does not introduce visual contrasts, which is important for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the vehicle's interior.

Condition and use in service and restoration

The offered insert comes from the used parts group, making it an attractive solution for service or interior restoration when the priority is to maintain original BMW components on a reasonable budget. This type of element works well both when replacing a worn or missing mat and when completing the interior after centre tunnel repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, storage inserts, or tunnel covers, check the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.

Support in parts selection and cost optimization

Selecting the right used interior components allows for significant reduction in vehicle maintenance costs while maintaining high quality and full functionality. Vehicle owners who want to better understand how to effectively use the market for used and replacement parts can take advantage of the practical tips described in the article Repairing a Volkswagen for pennies? Discover how to save on original car parts.