Mercedes SLK-Class wheel fitment — R170

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2000–2004

Mercedes SLK-Class wheel fitment in one line: The Mercedes R170 (2000–2004) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M12x1.5 bolts torqued to ~110 Nm. It accepts ~7J–7.3J wheels at ET29–ET38 front; staggered setups run 8J–10.5J rear (ET22–ET37).

Overview

The R170 Mercedes SLK was the first generation compact roadster manufactured and marketed by Mercedes-Benz from 1995 to 2004. It was designed under Bruno Sacco, with a final design completed in early 1993 and approved by the board. The production model was introduced at the Turin Motor Show on April 22, 1996, as a modern incarnation of the 1950s Mercedes-Benz 190SL. A facelift was introduced to all models in 2000 with updated design and engines.

History & notable variants

The R170 SLK was designed from late 1991 under Bruno Sacco, with a final design being completed in early 1993 and approved by the board. The production model was introduced at the Turin Motor Show on April 22, 1996. A facelift was introduced to all models in 2000 featuring an updated design and engines.

Mercedes SLK-Class wheel fitment

Everything below is what the fit-check uses for Mercedes SLK-Class wheel fitment: the factory bolt spec first, then the width and offset window that clears the arches and the brakes on the Mercedes R170.

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8 to 10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

Body styles & production

Factory colours

Trim levels

Reliability & owner notes

• Pros: Stylish roadster design, powerful AMG variants
• Cons: Limited trunk space when roof is up, high maintenance costs