What size wheels fit a Mercedes GLA 45 AMG X156?

Roughly 7.5J–9J (ET30–ET45).

Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment — GLA 45 AMG X156

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2016–2019

Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment at a glance — The Mercedes GLA 45 AMG X156 (2016–2019) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts. It accepts ~7.5J–9J wheels at ET30–ET45.

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz GLE, formerly known as the M-Class (W163), is a mid-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 1997. The first generation W163 was a body-on-frame SUV and was manufactured until December 2004. It was built in Tuscaloosa, Alabama at the Mercedes-Benz U.S. International plant from February 1997 onwards, with Magna Steyr also building it in Graz, Austria for the European market between 1999 and 2002.

Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes GLA 45 AMG X156 (2016–2019): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	66.6 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	direct
Run-flat	Yes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	7.5J–9J	ET30–ET45

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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Engines & drivetrain

Variant	Engine	Fuel	Power	Drive
ML 55 AMG (early)	5.4L V8	petrol	255 hp	4Matic
ML 55 AMG (late)	5.4L V8	petrol	255 hp	4Matic
ML 500	5.0L V8	petrol	215 hp	4Matic
ML 430	4.3L V8	petrol	200 hp	4Matic
ML 400 CDI	3.9L V8 turbo diesel	diesel	184 hp	4Matic
ML 350	3.7L V6	petrol	173 hp	4Matic
ML 320 (early)	3.2L V6	petrol	160 hp	4Matic
ML 320 (late)	3.2L V6	petrol	160 hp	4Matic
ML 270 CDI (early)	2.7L inline-5 turbo diesel	diesel	120 hp	4Matic
ML 270 CDI (late)	2.7L inline-5 turbo diesel	diesel	120 hp	4Matic
ML 230	2.3L inline-4	petrol	110 hp	4Matic

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
ML 230	110 hp	12.8 s	112 mph
ML 320 (early)	160 hp	9.5 s	112 mph
ML 320 (late)	160 hp	9 s	118 mph
ML 350	173 hp	8.7 s	127 mph
ML 430	200 hp	8.4 s	129 mph
ML 500	215 hp		138 mph
ML 55 AMG (early)	255 hp	6.9 s	143 mph
ML 55 AMG (late)	255 hp	6.7 s	143 mph
ML 270 CDI (early)	120 hp	11.7 s	115 mph
ML 270 CDI (late)	120 hp	12.2 s	115 mph
ML 400 CDI	184 hp	8.1 s	131 mph

Dimensions

Length	180 mm
Width	72 mm
Height	69 mm
Wheelbase	111 mm
Kerb weight	4614 kg

Body styles & production

Body styles	SUV
Produced	2016–2019

Trim levels

ML 320ML 430ML 55 AMG

Factory colours

Obsidian Black MetallicDeep BlackDesigno Mondsteinweiss MetallicPolar WhiteSouth Seas Blue MetallicCosmos Black MetallicSelenitgrau Metallic MatteDesigno Hyazinthrot Pearl MetallicJupiterrotHellelfebeinArctic WhiteMountaingrau Metallic MatteDenimblau MetallicNight BlackPolar Silver MetallicIridium Silver MetallicMountaingrau MetallicRosegold MetallicCavansite Blue MetallicBrilliant Blue Metallic

History & notable variants

The W163 was launched on 19 February 1997 in North America as the ML 320. It featured electronic stability control and front- and side-impact airbags, earning high marks in crash tests. The M-Class received a facelift for the 2002 model year with styling updates and new engine options.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: First luxury SUV with electronic stability control; High marks in crash tests
Cons: Substandard quality at launch led to nickname 'Alabama Trashcan'
Common issues: Quality issues resolved over time, especially after 2001 facelift