Mercedes GL-Class 164 G side profile — Mercedes GL-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GL-Class wheel fitment — 164 G

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2006–2012
If you only need the numbers for Mercedes GL-Class wheel fitment: The Mercedes GL-Class 164 G (2006–2012) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts. It accepts ~8.5J–11J wheels at ET28–ET62 front; staggered setups run 9.5J–9.5J rear (ET31–ET44).

Mercedes GL-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GL-Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes GL-Class 164 G (2006–2012): 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)
Seat typeradius
Factory setupstaggered
TPMSdirect
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front8.5J–11JET28–ET62
Rear (staggered)9.5J–9.5JET31–ET44

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8 to 10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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Overview

The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (X164) is a full-size luxury crossover SUV, positioned above the GLE and produced by Mercedes-Benz from 2006 to 2012. It was the first generation model in the GL-Class range, introduced at the North American International Auto Show in 2006. The vehicle features V8 petrol engines and turbocharged V6 and V8 diesel engines, all available with all-wheel drive (4MATIC).

Dimensions

Length4,780 mm
Width1,911 mm
Height1,815 mm
Wheelbase2,915 mm
Kerb weight2,445 to 2,625 kg

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 164, de.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).

Body styles & production

Body stylesKombi
Produced2006–2012

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
ML 3503,498 ccpetrol200 kW (272 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2011
ML 5004,966 ccpetrol225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2007
ML 5005,461 ccpetrol285 kW (388 PS)AWD, 2007 to 2011
ML 63 AMG6,208 ccpetrol375 kW (510 PS)AWD, 2006 to 2010
ML 450 HYBRID3,498 cchybrid205 kW (279 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 280 CDI2,987 ccdiesel140 kW (190 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2009
ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY2,987 ccdiesel140 kW (190 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010
ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY2,987 ccdiesel150 kW (204 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 320 CDI2,987 ccdiesel165 kW (224 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2009
ML 350 CDI2,987 ccdiesel165 kW (224 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010
ML 350 CDI2,987 ccdiesel170 kW (231 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 350 BlueTEC2,987 ccdiesel155 kW (211 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2011
ML 420 CDI3,996 ccdiesel225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2007 to 2009
ML 450 CDI3,996 ccdiesel225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 164, de.wikipedia.org.

Trim levels

GL 450 CDIGL 500

Factory colours

Polar WhiteDiamond White TricoatBlackCavansite Blue MetallicIridium Silver MetallicPalladium Silver MetallicSteel Gray MetallicSelenite Gray MetallicCalcite WhiteObsidian Black MetallicHyacinth Red/Designo Cardinal MetallicAlabaster WhiteDiamond Silver MetallicPewter Silver MetallicCapri Blue MetallicVerde Brook MetallicBarolo RedCinnabar Red Pearl

History & notable variants

The X164 was manufactured between 2006 and 2012 at the Mercedes plant in Alabama, except for a number of early 2007 production vehicles which were made in Germany. It marked a significant entry into the luxury SUV market as it was the first full-size seven-passenger SUV from a German automaker.

Reliability & owner notes