Mercedes E Class 211 All Models side profile — Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment — 211 All Models

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2002–2009
The Mercedes E Class 211 All Models (2002–2009) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–9J wheels at ET13–ET42 front; staggered setups run 8J–11J rear (ET20–ET42). That is the short version of Mercedes E Class wheel fitment; the full picture is below.

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 generation was produced from 2002 to 2009. It succeeded the W210 and preceded the W212, marking a significant evolution in design and technology for the executive car segment. The W211 offered various body styles including sedan and estate models, catering to diverse customer needs. This generation saw the introduction of the C219 CLS-Class 4-door coupe in 2005 as a niche model aimed at younger demographics. Technological advancements included improvements in safety features such as Pre-Safe (without brake support) becoming standard post-facelift, and the largest factory-built engine being the E500 with its displacement increased to 5.5 liters.

Mercedes E Class wheel fitment

Start with the hub. The Mercedes E Class 211 All Models spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Mercedes E Class wheel fitment.

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

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7J–9JET13–ET42
Rear (staggered)8J–11JET20–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.

A parc that size is why Mercedes E Class wheel fitment is worth getting exactly right: a lot of owners are shopping for these numbers.

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

Dimensions

Length4,852 to 4,884 mm
Width1,822 mm
Height1,483 to 1,506 mm
Kerb weight1,610 to 2,145 kg

Source: Mercedes-Benz Baureihe 211, de.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).

Body styles & production

Body stylesLimousine, Kombi
Produced2002–2009

Trim levels

E 200 CGIE 230 CGI

Factory colours

Obsidian Black MetallicBlack, Deep Black, TiefschwarzDesigno Graphite Green MetallicDesigno Bronze MetallicChablis MetallicFirnweissDesigno Purpur MicaAtlasgrau Metallic Matte - Low GlossJade Black MetallicBlack Opal MetallicCopper MetallicBlack Diamond MetallicDark Turquoise Metallic, Circongruen MicaDesigno Meerblau MetallicSilver Metallic, Designo Silber MetallicGold MetallicDesigno Chromaflair MetallicMystic Blue PearlDesigno Mocha Black MetallicViolan Metallic

History & notable variants

The W211 generation was launched in 2002 and underwent a facelift in June 2006 for the 2007 model year. This update addressed quality and technical issues from earlier models, leading to enhancements such as the discontinuation of Sensotronic and the introduction of AMG variants like the E55 and E63. The generation was notable for its technological advancements and styling changes that aimed to attract a broader customer base.

Reliability & owner notes