Mercedes E 500 212 side profile — Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment — 500 212

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2009–2013
Quick answer on Mercedes E Class wheel fitment: The Mercedes E 500 212 (2009–2013) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~8.5J–9J wheels at ET30–ET48 front; staggered setups run 9J–10J rear (ET34–ET53).

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class 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 E 500 212 (2009–2013).

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore66.6 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupstaggered
TPMSdirect
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front8.5J–9JET30–ET48
Rear (staggered)9J–10JET34–ET53

Go wider and the offset has to rise with it, about 8 to 10 ET per extra 1J, or the wheel pokes past the arch. The fit-check settles the exact offset and any spacer.

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Overview

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 generation was introduced in 2009 as a 2010 model. It featured significant styling changes and new technology, including blind spot monitor, Lane Keeping Assist, Pre-safe with Attention Assist, and Night View Assist Plus. The sedan and estate body styles were available from November 2009 onwards. In the United States, it was priced nearly US$4,600 less than its predecessor.

UK popularity & demand

~210,627 Mercedes E Class licensed on UK roads — top 2% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 210,627 Mercedes E Class on UK roads, placing it in the top 2% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Mercedes E Class 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.

History & notable variants

In 2013, the W212 E-Class underwent a comprehensive facelift with significant styling changes, fuel economy improvements, and updated safety features. This refresh cost Daimler close to €1 billion, making it one of the most expensive mid-life updates in automotive history.

Dimensions

Kerb weight1,615 to 2,035 kg

Source: EU type-approval data (EEA).

Body styles & production

Produced2009–2013

Trim levels

E 200 CGIE 230 CGI

Factory colours

Obsidian Black MetallicDesigno Mauritiusblau MetallicDesigno Graphite Green MetallicDesigno Bronze MetallicChablis MetallicMagno Allanitgrau Metallic MatteDesigno Platinum Black MetallicDesigno Mystic White PearlDesigno Kaschmirweiss Magno Metallic MattePlatin Metallic MatteDesigno Mysticbraun MetallicChromite Black MetallicColumbite Black PearlBlack Opal MetallicIndigolite Blue MetallicBrilliant Emerald MetallicDesigno Silber MetallicJade Green MetallicDesigno Chromaflair MetallicMystic Blue Pearl

Reliability & owner notes