Mercedes M-Class (W163) Wheel Lug Pattern and Fitment Guide

The Mercedes M-Class (W163) features a specific set of wheel lug patterns tailored to ensure proper fitment and safety. This model uses a 5-lug pattern with a pitch circle diameter (PCD) of 112 mm across its production years, which is critical to verify when selecting aftermarket or replacement wheels.\n\nOffset values (ET) typically range between 35 mm and 50 mm on Mercedes M-Class (W163) wheels. Correct offset is essential for maintaining the vehicle's suspension geometry and avoiding contact with brakes or fenders. The center bore diameter is 66.6 mm, accommodating hub-centric wheels that ensure proper alignment and reduce vibrations.\n\nRim sizes for the W163 model vary by production year and trim, commonly spanning from 16 to 18 inches in diameter. When choosing wheels, it is important to match rim size and offset to maintain original handling characteristics and aesthetic appeal.\n\nUse our year-sorted reference table to confirm the exact bolt pattern, offset, center bore, and rim size measurements for your Mercedes M-Class (W163), ensuring seamless wheel fitment and performance.

Year
Make / model / trim Year Tire Rim width (in) Rim diam. (in) Bolt pattern Offset ET Bore DIA Mounting
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302005255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2005255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3502005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 350 4-matic2005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI2005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 5002005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2005275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302004255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2004255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3502004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 350 4-matic2004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI2004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 5002004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2004275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302003255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2003255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3502003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 350 4-matic2003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI2003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 5002003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2003275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302002255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2002255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3202002255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3502002275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI2002275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302002275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 5002002275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2002275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302001255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2001255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3202001255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI2001275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302001275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 5002001275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2001275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2302000255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI2000255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3202000255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4302000275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG2000275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2301999255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 270 CDI1999255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3201999255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4301999275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 2301998255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 3201998255/65R168165×1126066.6M14*1,5
Mercedes M-Class (W163) ML 4301998275/55R178175×1124866.6M14*1,5

FAQ

What is the lug pattern for the Mercedes M-Class (W163)?
The Mercedes M-Class (W163) uses a 5-lug pattern with a 112 mm pitch circle diameter (5×112 PCD).
What is the center bore size for Mercedes M-Class (W163) wheels?
The center bore diameter for Mercedes M-Class (W163) wheels is 66.6 mm.
What offset should wheels for the M-Class (W163) have?
Wheels for the Mercedes M-Class (W163) typically have an offset between 35 mm and 50 mm to ensure proper fitment.
Tire size calculatorShow

Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.

inchmm
Size 1Size 2DiffDiff(%)
Diameter25.0"25.4"0.5"1.89%
Width7.7"8.5"0.8"10.26%
Circumference78.4"79.9"1.5"1.86%
Profile height5.0"4.2"-0.7"-15.08%
Turnover per mile80779314-1.73%
Clearance--+0.2"-
25.0"
7.7"
old tire side
25.5"
8.5"
new tire side
old tire
15"
old rim
5.0"
new tire
17"
new rim
4.2"

Speedometer Error

(First wheel OEM size)

Reading20 mph30 mph40 mph50 mph60 mph70 mph80 mph90 mph
Actual20.430.540.750.961.171.281.491.6