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Mercedes E Class wheel fitment — 210 All Models

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1995–2003
Quick answer on Mercedes E Class wheel fitment: 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).

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

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.

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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.

With that many on the road, Mercedes E Class wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

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.

Dimensions

Length4,795 to 4,839 mm
Width1,799 mm
Height1,411 to 1,509 mm
Wheelbase2,833 mm

Source: Mercedes-Benz Baureihe 210, de.wikipedia.org.

Body styles & production

Body stylesLimousine, Kombi
Produced1995–2003

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
E 200100 kW (136 PS)
E 200 / Kompressor132 kW (180 PS)
E 200 / Kompressor137 kW (186 PS)
E 200 / Kompressor141 kW (192 PS)
E 200 Kompressor120 kW (163 PS)
E 230110 kW (150 PS)
E 240125 kW (170 PS)
E 280142 kW (193 PS)
E 36 AMG206 kW (280 PS)
E 280150 kW (204 PS)
E 280 4MATIC150 kW (204 PS)4MATIC
E 320162 kW (220 PS)
E 320165 kW (224 PS)
E 320 4MATIC165 kW (224 PS)4MATIC
E 420205 kW (279 PS)
E 50 AMG255 kW (347 PS)
E 60 AMG280 kW (381 PS)
E 60 AMG 6.3298 kW (405 PS)
E 430205 kW (279 PS)
E 430 4MATIC205 kW (279 PS)4MATIC
E 55 AMG260 kW (354 PS)
E 55 AMG 4MATIC260 kW (354 PS)4MATIC
E 200 T100 kW (136 PS)
E 200 Kompressor T137 kW (186 PS)
E 200 Kompressor T141 kW (192 PS)
E 200 Kompressor T120 kW (163 PS)
E 230 T110 kW (150 PS)
E 240 T125 kW (170 PS)
E 280 T150 kW (204 PS)
E 280 4MATIC T150 kW (204 PS)4MATIC
E 320 T165 kW (224 PS)
E 320 4MATIC T165 kW (224 PS)4MATIC
E 420 T205 kW (279 PS)
E 50 AMG T255 kW (347 PS)
E 60 AMG T280 kW (381 PS)
E 430 T205 kW (279 PS)
E 430 4MATIC T205 kW (279 PS)4MATIC
E 55 AMG T260 kW (354 PS)
E 55 AMG 4MATIC T260 kW (354 PS)4MATIC
E 200 Dieseldiesel65 kW (88 PS)

Source: Mercedes-Benz Baureihe 210, de.wikipedia.org.

Performance

VariantPower0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h)Top speed
E 200100 kW (136 PS)11.4 s
E 200 / Kompressor137 kW (186 PS)8.9 s
E 200 / Kompressor141 kW (192 PS)8.9 s
E 200 Kompressor120 kW (163 PS)9.7 s
E 230110 kW (150 PS)10.5 s
E 240125 kW (170 PS)9.6 s
E 280142 kW (193 PS)8.6 s
E 36 AMG206 kW (280 PS)6.7 s
E 280150 kW (204 PS)8.5 s
E 280 4MATIC150 kW (204 PS)9.1 s
E 320162 kW (220 PS)7.8 s
E 320165 kW (224 PS)7.7 s
E 320 4MATIC165 kW (224 PS)8 s
E 420205 kW (279 PS)7 s
E 50 AMG255 kW (347 PS)6.2 s
E 60 AMG280 kW (381 PS)5.1 s
E 60 AMG 6.3298 kW (405 PS)5 s
E 430205 kW (279 PS)6.6 s
E 430 4MATIC205 kW (279 PS)6.8 s
E 55 AMG260 kW (354 PS)5.7 s
E 55 AMG 4MATIC260 kW (354 PS)5.8 s
E 200 T100 kW (136 PS)12.2 s
E 200 Kompressor T137 kW (186 PS)9.1 s
E 200 Kompressor T141 kW (192 PS)9.1 s
E 200 Kompressor T120 kW (163 PS)10.1 s
E 230 T110 kW (150 PS)11.2 s
E 240 T125 kW (170 PS)10.5 s
E 280 T150 kW (204 PS)9.5 s
E 280 4MATIC T150 kW (204 PS)9.9 s
E 320 T165 kW (224 PS)8.5 s
E 320 4MATIC T165 kW (224 PS)8.8 s
E 420 T205 kW (279 PS)7 s
E 50 AMG T255 kW (347 PS)6.2 s
E 60 AMG T280 kW (381 PS)5.6 s
E 430 T205 kW (279 PS)6.9 s
E 430 4MATIC T205 kW (279 PS)7.2 s
E 55 AMG T260 kW (354 PS)5.9 s
E 55 AMG 4MATIC T260 kW (354 PS)6.1 s
E 200 Diesel65 kW (88 PS)17.6 s

Source: Mercedes-Benz Baureihe 210, de.wikipedia.org.

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