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

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment — 166

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2015–2020
If you only need the numbers for Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment: The Mercedes GLE-Class 166 (2015–2020) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M15x1.25 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~7.5J–8.5J wheels at ET35–ET62 front; staggered setups run 8.5J–10.5J rear (ET35–ET62).

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes GLE-Class 166 (2015–2020): 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 / threadM15x1.25 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque140 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupstaggered
TPMSdirect
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7.5J–8.5JET35–ET62
Rear (staggered)8.5J–10.5JET35–ET62

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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Overview

The Mercedes-Benz GLE, formerly known as the M-Class (ML), is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 1997. This generation, designated V167, succeeded the W166 model in 2015 and was introduced at the New York Auto Show. It features an unibody construction, aligning it with the E-Class sedan in terms of platform and market positioning. The GLE is positioned between the smaller GLC and larger GLS models within Mercedes-Benz's SUV lineup.

Dimensions

Length4,804 to 4,852 mm
Width1,926 to 1,971 mm
Height1,760 to 1,796 mm
Wheelbase2,915 mm
Kerb weight2,075 to 2,465 kg

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 166, de.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).

Body styles & production

Body stylesKombi
Produced2015–2020

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
ML 300 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol185 kW (252 PS)4MATIC, 2012 to 2015
ML 350 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol225 kW (306 PS)4MATIC, 2011 to 2014
ML 400 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol245 kW (333 PS)4MATIC, 2015
ML 500 4MATICV8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol300 kW (408 PS)4MATIC, 2012 to 2015
ML 63 AMGV8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol386 kW (525 PS)AWD, 2012 to 2015
ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATICR4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel150 kW (204 PS)4MATIC, 2011 to 2015
ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATICV6-Dieselmotor, 2,987 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel190 kW (258 PS)4MATIC, 2011 to 2015
GLE 320 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol200 kW (272 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018
GLE 350V6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol225 kW (306 PS)RWD, 2015 to 2018
GLE 350 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol225 kW (306 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018
GLE 400 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol245 kW (333 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018
GLE 43 AMG 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol270 kW (367 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2017
GLE 43 AMG 4MATICV6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol287 kW (390 PS)4MATIC, 2017 to 2018
GLE 500 4MATICV8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol320 kW (435 PS)4MATIC, 2015
GLE 500 4MATICV8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol335 kW (455 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018
GLE 500 eV6-Ottomotor + Elektromotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol245 kW (333 PS)AWD, 2015 to 2018
AMG GLE 63V8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol410 kW (557 PS)AWD, 2015 to 2018
AMG GLE 63 SV8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol430 kW (585 PS)AWD, 2015 to 2018
GLE 250 dR4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel150 kW (204 PS)RWD, 2015 to 2018
GLE 250 d 4MATICR4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel150 kW (204 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018
GLE 350 d 4MATICV6-Dieselmotor, 2,987 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel190 kW (258 PS)4MATIC, 2015 to 2018

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 166, de.wikipedia.org.

Performance

VariantPower0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h)Top speed
ML 300 4MATIC185 kW (252 PS)8.5 s235 km/h (146 mph)
ML 350 4MATIC225 kW (306 PS)7.6 s240 km/h (149 mph)
ML 400 4MATIC245 kW (333 PS)6.1 s247 km/h (153 mph)
ML 500 4MATIC300 kW (408 PS)5.6 s250 km/h (155 mph)
ML 63 AMG386 kW (525 PS)4.7 to 4.8 s250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph)
ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC150 kW (204 PS)9 s210 km/h (130 mph)
ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC190 kW (258 PS)7.4 s224 km/h (139 mph)
GLE 320 4MATIC200 kW (272 PS)7.6 s230 km/h (143 mph)
GLE 350225 kW (306 PS)7.5 s240 km/h (149 mph)
GLE 350 4MATIC225 kW (306 PS)7.5 s240 km/h (149 mph)
GLE 400 4MATIC245 kW (333 PS)6.1 s247 km/h (153 mph)
GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC270 kW (367 PS)5.7 s250 km/h (155 mph)
GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC287 kW (390 PS)5.7 s250 km/h (155 mph)
GLE 500 4MATIC320 kW (435 PS)5.3 s250 km/h (155 mph)
GLE 500 4MATIC335 kW (455 PS)5.1 s250 km/h (155 mph)
GLE 500 e245 kW (333 PS)5.3 s245 km/h (152 mph)
AMG GLE 63410 kW (557 PS)4.3 s250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph)
AMG GLE 63 S430 kW (585 PS)4.2 s250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph)
GLE 250 d150 kW (204 PS)8.6 s210 km/h (130 mph)
GLE 250 d 4MATIC150 kW (204 PS)8.6 s210 km/h (130 mph)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC190 kW (258 PS)7.1 s225 km/h (140 mph)

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 166, de.wikipedia.org.

Trim levels

AMG LineSport

Factory colours

Obsidian Black MetallicDeep Black, Tiefschwarz, BlackDesigno Mystic White PearlPolar WhiteSelenitgrau Metallic MatteSteel Gray Metallic, Tenoritgrau MetallicPalladium Silver MetallicPearl Beige MetallicCitrine Brown MetallicCavansite Blue MetallicBrilliant Blue MetallicDiamond Silver MetallicEmerald Green MetallicDiamond White TricoatBlackSelenite Gray MetallicHyacinth Red/Designo Cardinal Metallic

History & notable variants

The transition from M-Class to GLE was part of a broader rebranding strategy by Mercedes-Benz to harmonize naming conventions across its SUV range, aligning with the Geländewagen (G-Wagen) nomenclature. The V167 generation introduced significant styling and technological updates over its predecessor, emphasizing luxury and performance.

Reliability & owner notes