Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment — 245G
Overview
The Mercedes-Benz GLE, formerly known as the M-Class (ML nomenclature), is a mid-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 1997. The first generation of this model, designated W163, was a body-on-frame SUV and was manufactured from February 1997 to December 2004 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (MBUSI) and Graz, Austria (Magna Steyr). It featured seating for five or seven with an optional third-row seat. The W163 M-Class introduced electronic stability control and front- and side-impact airbags with advanced occupant detection, earning high marks in crash tests.
Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment
Start with the hub. The Mercedes GLA-Class 245G spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Mercedes GLA-Class wheel fitment.
| 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 | 6.5J–9.5J | ET35–ET54 |
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.
Dimensions
| Kerb weight | 1,395 to 1,595 kg |
Source: EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Produced | 2013–2026 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
Development of the first-generation M-Class began in 1992 after a joint agreement with Mitsubishi Motors was abandoned due to technical issues. The vehicle launched on February 19, 1997, for the North American market as the ML 320 and later expanded globally. It received a facelift in 2001 for the 2002 model year, improving quality and adding new features like the ML 500 with a 5.0-liter V8 engine and the ML 400 CDI diesel variant.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: First luxury SUV with electronic stability control; Advanced occupant detection airbags
- Cons: Initial quality issues
- Common issues: Substandard quality at launch