Mercedes E Class 210 All Models side profile — Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment — 210 All Models

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1995–2003
Mercedes E Class wheel fitment at a glance — The Mercedes E Class 210 All Models (1995–2003) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M12X1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–9.5J wheels at ET13–ET42 front; staggered setups run 8J–9.5J rear (ET20–ET42).

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W210 generation was launched in January 1995 as a significant update to its predecessor. It featured four large oval headlights, giving it an updated image intended to attract younger buyers and women. The car was notably larger than the previous model, being 4.1 cm longer and 5.8 cm wider, offering more interior space while maintaining mid-size dimensions. Available in sedan, coupe, convertible, and estate body styles, production of the sedan ended in 2002, with the wagon version continuing until March 2003.

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes E Class 210 All Models (1995–2003): 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 / threadM12X1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupstaggered
TPMSnone
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7J–9.5JET13–ET42
Rear (staggered)8J–9.5JET20–ET42

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 500 CGI5.5L M275 petrolpetrol408 hpRWD
E 420 CGI3.5L M272 petrolpetrol342 hpRWD
E 350 CGI3.5L M272 petrolpetrol306 hpRWD
E 500 CDI3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel286 hpRWD
E 500 CDI 4MATIC3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel286 hp4Matic
E 320 CGI3.5L M272 petrolpetrol272 hpRWD
E 420 CDI3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel272 hpRWD
E 420 CDI 4MATIC3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel272 hp4Matic
E 350 CDI3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel245 hpRWD
E 350 CDI 4MATIC3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel245 hp4Matic
E 320 CDI3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel224 hpRWD
E 320 CDI 4MATIC3.0L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel224 hp4Matic
E 270 CGI2.0L M271 turbo petrolpetrol204 hpRWD
E 270 CDI2.1L OM642 turbo dieseldiesel163 hpRWD

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
E 270 CDI163 hp8.5 s139 mph
E 270 CGI204 hp7.5 s149 mph
E 320 CDI224 hp7.5 s149 mph
E 320 CGI272 hp6.8 s154 mph
E 350 CDI245 hp7.1 s151 mph
E 350 CGI306 hp6.4 s155 mph
E 420 CDI272 hp6.8 s154 mph
E 420 CGI342 hp5.9 s155 mph
E 500 CDI286 hp6.3 s155 mph
E 500 CGI408 hp5.2 s155 mph
E 320 CDI 4MATIC224 hp7.1 s149 mph
E 350 CDI 4MATIC245 hp7.1 s151 mph
E 420 CDI 4MATIC272 hp6.8 s154 mph
E 500 CDI 4MATIC286 hp6.3 s155 mph

Body styles & production

Body stylesSedan, Coupe, Convertible, Estate
Produced1995–2003

Trim levels

E 200E 220E 320

Factory colours

Black, Deep Black, TiefschwarzPolar WhiteAtlasgrau Metallic Matte - Low GlossBlack Opal MetallicBlack Pearl MetallicSpruce Green MetallicBrilliant Emerald MetallicAmazonitgruen MicaViolan MetallicAzuritblau MetallicBlackberry MetallicRioblau Metallic Matte - Low GlossRuby PearlAprikosengelbAltograu Metallic Matte - Low GlossSmoke Silver MetallicMoonstone Gray MetallicAstralsilber MetallicMidnight BlueIrisblau

History & notable variants

In September 1999, the W210 E-Class underwent a facelift that included visual, mechanical, and quality improvements. The model was recognized as Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year in 1996. This generation marked an important transition period for Mercedes-Benz with significant styling changes aimed at broadening its appeal.

Reliability & owner notes