Mercedes M-Class 164 side profile — Mercedes M-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes M-Class wheel fitment — 164

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2005–2010
Before you buy wheels, the Mercedes M-Class wheel fitment facts: The Mercedes M-Class 164 (2005–2010) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts. It accepts ~7.5J–8.5J wheels at ET37–ET62 front; staggered setups run 9.5J–10.5J rear (ET37–ET62).

Mercedes M-Class wheel fitment

Mercedes M-Class wheel fitment for the Mercedes M-Class 164 (2005–2010): 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 setupstaggered
TPMSdirect
Run-flatYes

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7.5J–8.5JET37–ET62
Rear (staggered)9.5J–10.5JET37–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 M-Class (W164) is a second-generation mid-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz from 2005 to 2015. It succeeded the body-on-frame W163 and adopted a unibody platform, sharing components with the GL-Class. The vehicle was manufactured in Vance, Alabama, USA, after production moved there in 2015 for harmonization with the E-Class naming hierarchy. This generation marked significant improvements in quality and design, featuring advanced safety features like electronic stability control and front- and side-impact airbags.

Dimensions

Length4,780 mm
Width1,911 mm
Height1,815 mm
Wheelbase2,915 mm
Kerb weight2,135 to 2,315 kg

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 164, de.wikipedia.org.

Body styles & production

Body stylesKombi
Produced2005–2010

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
ML 3503,498 ccpetrol200 kW (272 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2011
ML 5004,966 ccpetrol225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2007
ML 5005,461 ccpetrol285 kW (388 PS)AWD, 2007 to 2011
ML 63 AMG6,208 ccpetrol375 kW (510 PS)AWD, 2006 to 2010
ML 450 HYBRID3,498 cchybrid205 kW (279 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 280 CDI2,987 ccdiesel140 kW (190 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2009
ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY2,987 ccdiesel140 kW (190 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010
ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY2,987 ccdiesel150 kW (204 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 320 CDI2,987 ccdiesel165 kW (224 PS)AWD, 2005 to 2009
ML 350 CDI2,987 ccdiesel165 kW (224 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010
ML 350 CDI2,987 ccdiesel170 kW (231 PS)AWD, 2010 to 2011
ML 350 BlueTEC2,987 ccdiesel155 kW (211 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2011
ML 420 CDI3,996 ccdiesel225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2007 to 2009
ML 450 CDI3,996 ccdiesel225 kW (306 PS)AWD, 2009 to 2010

Source: Mercedes-Benz W 164, de.wikipedia.org.

Trim levels

ML 350ML 420 CDIML 63 AMG

Factory colours

Polar WhiteDiamond White TricoatBlackBrilliant Silver MetallicCavansite Blue MetallicIridium Silver MetallicPalladium Silver MetallicSteel Gray MetallicCalcite WhiteObsidian Black MetallicAlabaster WhiteHyacinth Red/Designo Cardinal MetallicDiamond Silver MetallicPewter Silver MetallicCapri Blue MetallicDesigno Orange PolyVerde Brook MetallicCypress GreenBlack Opal PearlCinnabar Red Pearl

History & notable variants

Development on the W164 began in 1999, leading to its introduction at the North American International Auto Show in January 2005 as a 2006 model. The second generation M-Class was praised for its aerodynamic design and improved quality following substantial investments by DaimlerChrysler into the Alabama factory. Notable updates included the ML 63 AMG variant, introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show with a powerful V8 engine.

Reliability & owner notes