Mercedes GLE 500 Coupé 166 side profile — Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment — GLE 500 Coupé 166

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2016–2019
Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment at a glance — The Mercedes GLE 500 Coupé 166 (2016–2019) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts. It accepts ~8.5J–11J wheels at ET35–ET58.

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz GLE, formerly known as the M-Class (designated with the 'ML' nomenclature), is a mid-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 1997. It slots in between the smaller GLC and larger GLS models within the brand's lineup. The third generation of this model, designated V167, was introduced as the GLE-Class in April 2015 at the New York Auto Show following a facelift to the W166 M-Class. This generation moved from a unibody platform and shares components with other Mercedes-Benz models. Production for this generation began in Vance, Alabama, USA.

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes GLE 500 Coupé 166 (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 bore66.6 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSdirect
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front8.5J–11JET35–ET58

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

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive
ML 55 AMG (early)5.4L V8petrol340 hp4Matic
ML 55 AMG (late)5.4L V8petrol340 hp4Matic
ML 5005.0L V8petrol300 hp4Matic
ML 4304.3L V8petrol268 hp4Matic
ML 400 CDI3.9L V8 turbo dieseldiesel247 hp4Matic
ML 3503.7L V6petrol235 hp4Matic
ML 320 (early)3.2L V6petrol215 hp4Matic
ML 320 (late)3.2L V6petrol215 hp4Matic
ML 2302.3L inline-4petrol160 hp4Matic
ML 270 CDI (early)2.7L inline-5 turbo dieseldiesel158 hp4Matic
ML 270 CDI (late)2.7L inline-5 turbo dieseldiesel158 hp4Matic

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
ML 230160 hp7.8 s112 mph
ML 320 (early)215 hp9.5 s112 mph
ML 320 (late)215 hp8.7 s119 mph
ML 350235 hp8.7 s125 mph
ML 430268 hp8.4 s129 mph
ML 500300 hp7.7 s138 mph
ML 55 AMG (early)340 hp6.9 s144 mph
ML 55 AMG (late)340 hp6.7 s145 mph
ML 270 CDI (early)158 hp11.7 s115 mph
ML 270 CDI (late)158 hp12.2 s115 mph
ML 400 CDI247 hp8.1 s132 mph

Dimensions

Length180 mm
Width72 mm
Height69 mm
Wheelbase111 mm
Kerb weight4614 kg

Body styles & production

Body stylesSUV
Produced2016–2019

Trim levels

AMG LineSport

Factory colours

Obsidian Black MetallicDesigno Mystic White PearlPolar WhiteSelenitgrau Metallic MatteSelenite Gray MetallicDesigno Hyazinthrot Pearl MetallicHyacinthrot MetallicDesigno Hyacinthrot MetallicBlackDeep BlackTiefschwarzTenoritgrau MetallicSteel Gray MetallicIridium Silver MetallicIridium Silver Pearl MetallicIridiumsilber Pearl MetallicPalladium Silver MetallicPearl Beige MetallicCitrine Brown MetallicDiamond White Pearl

History & notable variants

The GLE-Class was introduced as part of a rebranding effort by Mercedes-Benz to harmonize SUV naming conventions. The W166 M-Class underwent a facelift before transitioning into the GLE-Class nameplate. This transition aimed to clarify the brand's hierarchy and align with other models like the E-Class.

Reliability & owner notes