
Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment — GLE-Coupé 166
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 third generation of this model, designated with the V167 code, was introduced in 2015 and marked a significant shift from its predecessor, the W166 M-Class. This new iteration features an updated design language and advanced technology, aligning it more closely with Mercedes-Benz's sedan lineup, particularly the E-Class. Production moved to Vance, Alabama, USA, in 2015 as part of efforts to harmonize SUV naming conventions within the brand.
Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment
Start with the hub. The Mercedes GLE-Coupé 166 spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Mercedes GLE-Class wheel fitment.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 66.6 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 120 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | direct |
| Run-flat | Yes |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 7.5J–11J | ET37–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.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML 300 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 185 kW (252 PS) | 4MATIC, 2012 to 2015 |
| ML 350 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 225 kW (306 PS) | 4MATIC, 2011 to 2014 |
| ML 400 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 245 kW (333 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 |
| ML 500 4MATIC | V8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 300 kW (408 PS) | 4MATIC, 2012 to 2015 |
| ML 63 AMG | V8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 386 kW (525 PS) | AWD, 2012 to 2015 |
| ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC | R4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndaten | diesel | 150 kW (204 PS) | 4MATIC, 2011 to 2015 |
| ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC | V6-Dieselmotor, 2,987 cc, Motorkenndaten | diesel | 190 kW (258 PS) | 4MATIC, 2011 to 2015 |
| GLE 320 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 200 kW (272 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 350 | V6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 225 kW (306 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 350 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 3,498 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 225 kW (306 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 400 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 245 kW (333 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 270 kW (367 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2017 |
| GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC | V6-Ottomotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 287 kW (390 PS) | 4MATIC, 2017 to 2018 |
| GLE 500 4MATIC | V8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 320 kW (435 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 |
| GLE 500 4MATIC | V8-Ottomotor, 4,663 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 335 kW (455 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 500 e | V6-Ottomotor + Elektromotor, 2,996 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 245 kW (333 PS) | AWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| AMG GLE 63 | V8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 410 kW (557 PS) | AWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| AMG GLE 63 S | V8-Ottomotor, 5,461 cc, Motorkenndaten | petrol | 430 kW (585 PS) | AWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 250 d | R4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndaten | diesel | 150 kW (204 PS) | RWD, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 250 d 4MATIC | R4-Dieselmotor, 2,143 cc, Motorkenndaten | diesel | 150 kW (204 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
| GLE 350 d 4MATIC | V6-Dieselmotor, 2,987 cc, Motorkenndaten | diesel | 190 kW (258 PS) | 4MATIC, 2015 to 2018 |
Source: Mercedes-Benz W 166, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ML 300 4MATIC | 185 kW (252 PS) | 8.5 s | 235 km/h (146 mph) |
| ML 350 4MATIC | 225 kW (306 PS) | 7.6 s | 240 km/h (149 mph) |
| ML 400 4MATIC | 245 kW (333 PS) | 6.1 s | 247 km/h (153 mph) |
| ML 500 4MATIC | 300 kW (408 PS) | 5.6 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| ML 63 AMG | 386 kW (525 PS) | 4.7 to 4.8 s | 250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph) |
| ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC | 150 kW (204 PS) | 9 s | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
| ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC | 190 kW (258 PS) | 7.4 s | 224 km/h (139 mph) |
| GLE 320 4MATIC | 200 kW (272 PS) | 7.6 s | 230 km/h (143 mph) |
| GLE 350 | 225 kW (306 PS) | 7.5 s | 240 km/h (149 mph) |
| GLE 350 4MATIC | 225 kW (306 PS) | 7.5 s | 240 km/h (149 mph) |
| GLE 400 4MATIC | 245 kW (333 PS) | 6.1 s | 247 km/h (153 mph) |
| GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC | 270 kW (367 PS) | 5.7 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| GLE 43 AMG 4MATIC | 287 kW (390 PS) | 5.7 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| GLE 500 4MATIC | 320 kW (435 PS) | 5.3 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| GLE 500 4MATIC | 335 kW (455 PS) | 5.1 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| GLE 500 e | 245 kW (333 PS) | 5.3 s | 245 km/h (152 mph) |
| AMG GLE 63 | 410 kW (557 PS) | 4.3 s | 250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph) |
| AMG GLE 63 S | 430 kW (585 PS) | 4.2 s | 250 to 280 km/h (155 to 174 mph) |
| GLE 250 d | 150 kW (204 PS) | 8.6 s | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
| GLE 250 d 4MATIC | 150 kW (204 PS) | 8.6 s | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
| GLE 350 d 4MATIC | 190 kW (258 PS) | 7.1 s | 225 km/h (140 mph) |
Source: Mercedes-Benz W 166, de.wikipedia.org.
Dimensions
| Kerb weight | 2,075 to 2,465 kg |
Source: EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Kombi |
| Produced | 2015–2019 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The transition from M-Class to GLE was announced at the New York Auto Show in April 2015 with the unveiling of a facelifted W166 model. This change reflected Mercedes-Benz's strategy to clarify its SUV nomenclature, using 'GL' as a base for SUVs and appending letters indicating their position within the brand hierarchy (e.g., GLE aligning it with E-Class). The third generation introduced new features such as advanced driver assistance systems and improved connectivity options.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Advanced technology and connectivity features; improved design language; alignment with sedan hierarchy
- Cons: No specific cons mentioned in the reference
- Common issues: None documented