Mercedes CLK AMG wheel fitment — C209

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2003–2009

Before you buy wheels, the Mercedes CLK AMG wheel fitment facts: The Mercedes C209 (2003–2009) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M12x1.5 bolts torqued to ~130 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–7.3J wheels at ET25–ET38 front; staggered setups run 8J–11J rear (ET20–ET36).

Mercedes CLK AMG wheel fitment

Mercedes CLK AMG wheel fitment comes down to two things: the factory hub spec, and how far the aftermarket width and offset can move from it. Both are here for the Mercedes C209 (2003–2009).

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Width and offset move together: roughly 8 to 10 ET more for every extra 1J keeps the wheel inside the arch. Final offset and any spacer come from the fit-check.

Overview

The C209/A209 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class is the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class range of grand tourers, produced between 2001 and 2009. It was based on the W203 C-Class platform with rack-and-pinion steering and a three-link front suspension system. The coupé (C209) features a pillarless design while the convertible (A209) has a three-layered electric soft top that can be operated via keyfob or at speeds up to 8 km/h in 20 seconds. Production of the convertible was moved from Karmann's Osnabrück plant to Bremen, Germany in 2004.

History & notable variants

The C209/A209 CLK-Class underwent a facelift in June 2005 with exterior design changes including redesigned front and rear bumpers, grille modifications, and updated taillights. The interior received an upgraded COMAND-APS system with iPod integration and a new center console layout. Notable special editions include the CLK DTM AMG (2004–2006) and the CLK 63 AMG Black Series (2007–2009).

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Reliability & owner notes

• Pros: Stylish design, advanced technology features, high-quality interior materials
• Cons: Limited practicality due to body style, higher maintenance costs compared to more mainstream models