Mercedes E 500 T-Model 212 side profile — Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment — 500 T-Model 212

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2009–2013
Mercedes E Class wheel fitment at a glance — The Mercedes E 500 T-Model 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).

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.

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes E 500 T-Model 212 (2009–2013): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.

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

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.

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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.

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive
E 5005.5L V8 petrolpetrol390 hpRWD
E 3503.5L V6 petrolpetrol292 hpRWD
E 250 CGI2.0L I4 turbo petrolpetrol211 hpRWD
E 220 CDI2.2L I4 dieseldiesel168 hpRWD

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
E 500390 hp4.7 s155 mph
E 350292 hp5.8 s147 mph
E 250 CGI211 hp7.3 s148 mph
E 220 CDI168 hp8.5 s139 mph

Body styles & production

Body stylesSaloon, Touring (estate)
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

History & notable variants

The W212 generation underwent a comprehensive facelift in 2013, featuring significant styling changes, fuel economy improvements, and updated safety features. Daimler invested close to €1 billion into the development of this extensive refresh, making it one of the most expensive mid-size car updates.

Reliability & owner notes