What Years Did 49ers Win the Super Bowl?

By Sarah Miller · August 25, 2046

The San Francisco 49ers have won the Super Bowl in five different years: 1982, 1985, 1989, 1990, and 1995. These victories came during dominant eras led by legendary quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young, cementing the 49ers as one of the NFL's most successful franchises.

Years the 49ers Won the Super Bowl

The San Francisco 49ers are among the most storied franchises in NFL history. Their Super Bowl triumphs span two decades and multiple dynastic runs. Below is a detailed breakdown of each championship season.

Super Bowl XVI (1982)

Date: January 24, 1982
Opponent: Cincinnati Bengals
Score: 49ers 26–21 Bengals
Venue: Pontiac Silverdome, Michigan
MVP: Joe Montana

This victory marked the 49ers' first Super Bowl win, launching a new era of success under head coach Bill Walsh and showcasing the West Coast offense.

Super Bowl XIX (1985)

Date: January 20, 1985
Opponent: Miami Dolphins
Score: 49ers 38–16 Dolphins
Venue: Stanford Stadium, California
MVP: Joe Montana

A dominant performance at home soil solidified Montana’s status as a premier quarterback and the 49ers as NFL royalty.

Super Bowl XXIII (1989)

Date: January 22, 1989
Opponent: Cincinnati Bengals
Score: 49ers 20–16 Bengals
Venue: Joe Robbie Stadium, Florida
MVP: Joe Montana

Remembered for “The Drive,” Montana led a game-winning touchdown in the final minutes, completing a 92-yard march with 34 seconds left.

Super Bowl XXIV (1990)

Date: January 28, 1990
Opponent: Denver Broncos
Score: 49ers 55–10 Broncos
Venue: Louisiana Superdome, New Orleans
MVP: Joe Montana

One of the most lopsided wins in Super Bowl history, this game demonstrated the peak of the 49ers’ offensive power.

Super Bowl XXIX (1995)

Date: January 29, 1995
Opponent: San Diego Chargers
Score: 49ers 49–26 Chargers
Venue: Joe Robbie Stadium, Florida
MVP: Steve Young

Steve Young stepped out of Montana’s shadow with a record-setting performance, throwing six touchdown passes.

Detailed Super Bowl Wins Table

Year	Super Bowl	Date	Opponent	Score	Venue	MVP
1982	XVI	Jan 24, 1982	Cincinnati Bengals	26–21	Pontiac Silverdome	Joe Montana
1985	XIX	Jan 20, 1985	Miami Dolphins	38–16	Stanford Stadium	Joe Montana
1989	XXIII	Jan 22, 1989	Cincinnati Bengals	20–16	Joe Robbie Stadium	Joe Montana
1990	XXIV	Jan 28, 1990	Denver Broncos	55–10	Louisiana Superdome	Joe Montana
1995	XXIX	Jan 29, 1995	San Diego Chargers	49–26	Joe Robbie Stadium	Steve Young

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The data shows that Joe Montana was named MVP in all four of his Super Bowl wins, highlighting his clutch performance under pressure. The 49ers’ average margin of victory across their five championships is 19.8 points, indicating consistent dominance. Their last title in 1995 remains their most recent, despite multiple deep playoff runs since.