Mercedes-Benz Vito Tyre & Wheel Specifications
The Mercedes-Benz Vito (W447 – 2014 onwards) is one of the most popular commercial vans in Australia, designed for durability, payload capacity, and long-distance comfort. Choosing the correct tyre and wheel setup is critical for safety, load rating, and fuel efficiency.
Factory Wheel Specifications (W447)
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| PCD (Bolt Pattern) | 5x112 |
| Centre Bore | 66.6 mm |
| Wheel Nuts | M14 x 1.5 |
| Torque Setting | 180 Nm |
| Offset Range | ET48 – ET54 |
Factory Rim Sizes
| Rim Size | Typical Offset | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 16x6.5 | ET50–ET54 | Base models / commercial use |
| 17x7.0 | ET48–ET53 | Mid-spec variants |
| 18x7.5 | ET50–ET54 | Premium / Sport variants |
Factory Tyre Sizes
16 Inch (Work / Base Models)
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195/65R16C
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205/65R16C
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225/60R16C
Key Notes:
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“C” rating = Commercial load-rated tyres
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Ideal for heavy-duty and fleet use
17 Inch (Balanced Setup)
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225/55R17
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225/60R17
Key Notes:
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Improved ride comfort
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Better highway stability
18 Inch (Sport / Premium)
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245/45R18
Key Notes:
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Enhanced handling
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More aggressive appearance
Load Rating Considerations (Very Important)
For Mercedes Vito, always ensure:
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Minimum Load Index: 99–103+
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Commercial variants require C-rated tyres
Failure to use correct load-rated tyres may:
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Void insurance
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Reduce safety under load
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Cause premature tyre failure
Recommended Tyre Options (Australia)
Comfort & Highway
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Continental UltraContact UC7
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Michelin Primacy 4+
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Bridgestone Turanza T005
Commercial / Heavy Duty
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Continental VanContact Ultra
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Michelin Agilis 3
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Bridgestone Duravis R660
Performance (18")
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Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Continental PremiumContact 7
Wheel Upgrade Guide
When upgrading wheels on a Vito:
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Maintain rolling diameter within ±2%
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Keep offset within ET45–55 to avoid rubbing
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Ensure load-rated wheels (important for vans)
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Use hub-centric rings if aftermarket wheels differ from 66.6mm
Torque Settings
| Component | Torque |
|---|---|
| Wheel Bolts | 180 Nm |
Always torque using a calibrated torque wrench and recheck after 50–100 km.
Autosport Tyreworld – Adelaide Locations
Magill (Head Store)
647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
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Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013
PH: 0433 645 411
Clarence Gardens
911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
PH: 0420 299 911