R129 SL 16s
- Front and rear
- 16 × 8 inch, ET34 · 205/50 R16
An owner on the MBWorld W201 forum runs 8x16 ET34 wheels from an R129 SL with 205/50 R16 tyres on a 190 E 2.6 lowered on Sportline springs with Bilstein front dampers.
1982–1993 · saloon
Mercedes-Benz 190 / 190 E W201 wheel fitment
Most 190s came on narrow 15-inch wheels at a high ET49 offset, while the 16-valve cars had 7-inch-wide wheels and the Evolution II had 17s. Owners widen the stance with wheels from other Mercedes models, such as the SL, rather than with aftermarket designs, and the factory 16-valve and Evo wheels are sought after.
5x112 bolt pattern · 66.6 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 15 × 6, 14 × 5, 15 × 7, 17 × 8.25 inch · Stock tyres: 185/65 R15, 175/70 R14, 205/55 R15, 245/40 R17
Updated 2026-10-31 · Medium source confidence. Check your exact trim and market. How we check specs
Quick specs
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | |
| Stock tyre sizes | |
| Centre bore | 66.6 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel bolt, M12x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | Confirm in your handbook |
Stock wheels and tyres
Factory options vary by trim and market. Match your car to the row below and check its tyre placard before using it as a baseline.
| Trim | Axle | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190 / 190 E, 15-inch | Front and rear | 15 × 6 inch, ET49 | 185/65 R15 |
| Early 190 / 190 E 2.0, 14-inch | Front and rear | 14 × 5 inch, ET50 | 175/70 R14 |
| 190 E 2.3-16 / 2.5-16, 15-inch | Front and rear | 15 × 7 inch, ET44 | 205/55 R15 |
| 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II, 17-inch | Front and rear | 17 × 8.25 inch, ET34 | 245/40 R17 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the 190 / 190 E: they explain the offset, fitment and hub numbers in this guide.
- Wheel offset explained: choosing ET without guessingUnderstand positive and negative wheel offset, calculate inner clearance and outer position, and choose an ET using measurements from your own car.
- Flush, poke and tucked fitment: measure the whole tyreUnderstand flush, poked and tucked wheels, calculate how width and offset change the look, and check clearance beyond a parked side-on photograph.
- Hub-centric vs lug-centric wheels: choosing hub ringsLearn what hub rings do, how to specify their inner and outer diameters, and why centring, wheel seats and vibration need separate checks.
Popular community setups
Starting points for a build. Read the notes with each setup, especially if your car is lowered or has different brakes.
15x7 ET37 on the 16-valve tyre size
- Front and rear
- 15 × 7 inch, ET37 · 205/55 R15
An MBWorld W201 owner runs 15x7 ET37 monoblock wheels with 205/55 R15, the tyre size used by the 16-valve and Sportline cars.
Lowered on 6J ET31 steels
- Front and rear
- 15 × 6 inch, ET31 · 185/65 R15
An owner on the Mercedes 190 forum runs 6Jx15 ET31 steel wheels with 185/65 R15 tyres on a lowered Sportline car and reports no rubbing.
Width and offset guidance
Offset range
Check the exact setup
There is no confirmed range for this car yet. Compare a known wheel with your proposed size and measure both sides.
Common width limit
Measure before ordering
A maximum width has not been confirmed. Tyre shape, ride height and alignment all change the available space.
These figures belong to the setups described here. Combining the widest wheel with either end of the offset range does not guarantee a safe fit. For how ET moves the wheel in and out, read wheel offset explained; for how far the tyre can sit out, see flush, poke and tucked fitment.
Clearance notes
- The ordinary 190 uses a high offset (ET49 on the 15-inch wheel), so most wider wheels from other Mercedes models sit further out than stock. Check the front arch lip, especially on a lowered car.
- The 2.3-16 and 2.5-16 have 7-inch-wide wheels, and the Evolution II has 17x8.25 ET34 wheels with 245/40 R17 tyres.
- Wheels are held on by M12x1.5 bolts, not nuts. Use bolts with the seat type the new wheel needs, and longer bolts with spacers.
- An MBWorld owner points out that front and rear tyres should stay within a couple of percent of each other in diameter, or the ABS warning light can come on.
- The hub bore is 66.6 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings.
- We have not confirmed Mercedes' wheel-bolt torque for the W201. Use the figure in the owner's handbook.
- Check full steering lock and suspension travel with the car loaded. Match wheel load rating, tyre load and speed ratings, fastener seats and brake clearance.
See it on your car.
Upload a photo and start with a look that suits the 190 / 190 E. Try the wheels, colour and stance before you spend on parts.
An AI preview shows the look. It cannot verify physical fitment.
Run the numbers
These tools start with the 190 / 190 E, 15-inch front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the bolt pattern of a Mercedes 190 E?
5x112, with a 66.6 mm centre bore and M12x1.5 wheel bolts, the same pattern as most Mercedes models of the period.
What wheels did the 190 E 2.3-16 have?
15x7 ET44 alloys with 205/55 R15 tyres, against 15x6 ET49 with 185/65 R15 on most other 190s.
Do R129 SL wheels fit a 190?
Yes. An MBWorld owner runs 8x16 ET34 SL wheels with 205/50 R16 tyres on a lowered 190 E 2.6. They sit about 40 mm further out than the standard 15-inch wheel, so check the front arches.
What size are Evolution II wheels?
17x8.25 ET34, with 245/40 R17 tyres.
What size tyres does the Mercedes-Benz 190 / 190 E W201 have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 1982–1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 / 190 E W201 are 185/65 R15, 175/70 R14, 205/55 R15 and 245/40 R17, depending on trim. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What wheel size does the Mercedes-Benz 190 / 190 E W201 use?
Factory wheels are 15 × 6 inch, 14 × 5 inch, 15 × 7 inch and 17 × 8.25 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Mercedes-Benz 190 / 190 E W201 centre bore?
66.6 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- TireWheelGuide: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 factory sizes, bore and thread
- TireWheelGuide: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 factory sizes
- MBWorld: 190 E Evo wheels
- MBWorld: W201 rims size help
- MBWorld: W201 wheel help
- Mercedes 190 forum: wheels for 190E
- Mercedes 190 forum: standard wheels for 16 valve
This guide is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee. Specs can differ by market, trim and previous modifications. Confirm all sizes, clearances and fastener requirements with a qualified wheel and tyre professional before buying or fitting parts.
Related cars
More guides from Mercedes-Benz or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.