Mercedes C Class AMG wheel fitment — 30cdi/ 32/ 55amg 203
Overview
The second generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203) was introduced in March 2000, with production beginning in March 1999. It succeeded the W202 model and featured a range of inline-four and V6 petrol engines as well as inline-four and -five diesel engines. Notably, this generation saw the introduction of common rail direct fuel injection for its diesel variants and variable geometry turbochargers. The C-Class was available in sedan, station wagon, and liftback body styles.
Mercedes C Class AMG wheel fitment
Mercedes C Class AMG wheel fitment for the Mercedes C 30cdi/ 32/ 55amg 203 (2000–2007): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 66.6 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M12x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 110 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | staggered |
| TPMS | direct |
| Run-flat | Yes |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 7.5J–8.5J | ET22–ET38 |
| Rear (staggered) | 9J–10.5J | ET20–ET37 |
As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 340,482 Mercedes C Class AMG range on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
That makes Mercedes C Class AMG wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it here.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C 55 AMG | 5.4L M113 V8 petrol | petrol | 367 hp | RWD |
| C 32 | 2.1L M271 petrol | petrol | 204 hp | RWD |
| C 30cdi | 2.1L OM642 diesel | diesel | 170 hp | RWD |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| C 30cdi | 170 hp | 8.5 s | 139 mph |
| C 32 | 204 hp | 7.4 s | 153 mph |
| C 55 AMG | 367 hp | 4.7 s | 155 mph |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | sedan, station wagon, liftback |
| Produced | 2000–2007 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The W203 generation marked a significant evolution with improved engine technology and styling cues from contemporary Mercedes-Benz models such as the S-Class and CLS-Class. It also saw the introduction of the 4MATIC all-wheel drive option in 2002. The model received updates over its production run, including revised engines and transmissions.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Improved engine technology, introduction of common rail diesel engines and variable geometry turbochargers
- Cons: Number designations no longer equivalent to engine displacement post-2005