Mercedes-Benz C350e Tyre Size & Wheel Fitment Guide
The Mercedes-Benz C350e Plug-in Hybrid combines luxury performance with hybrid efficiency. Because of the additional battery weight, choosing the correct tyre specification is essential for safety, comfort, and efficiency.
At Autosport Tyreworld, we frequently service Mercedes vehicles across our Adelaide locations, ensuring the correct tyre size and wheel specifications are used.
This guide covers the factory tyre sizes, wheel specifications, bolt pattern (PCD), centre bore, and torque settings for the Mercedes-Benz C350e.
Mercedes-Benz C350e Factory Wheel Specifications
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Bolt Pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre Bore | 66.6 mm |
| Wheel Nut Type | Ball Seat |
| Wheel Torque | 130 Nm |
| Thread Size | M14 x 1.5 |
Mercedes vehicles require precise torque settings to avoid brake rotor distortion and wheel damage.
Mercedes-Benz C350e Factory Tyre Sizes
Depending on trim level and wheel package, the C350e may come with several tyre sizes.
17 Inch Factory Setup
Front & Rear
225/50R17
Typical Rim Spec
7Jx17 ET44.5
18 Inch Factory Setup
Front
225/45R18
Rear
245/40R18
Typical Rim Spec
Front: 7.5Jx18 ET40
Rear: 8.5Jx18 ET52
19 Inch AMG Package
Front
225/40R19
Rear
255/35R19
Typical Rim Spec
Front: 7.5Jx19 ET0
Rear: 8.5Jx19 ET55 - 58
Recommended Tyres for Mercedes-Benz C350e
Because the C350e is a plug-in hybrid, tyres should offer:
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Low rolling resistance
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Quiet ride comfort
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Strong wet grip
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Good load capacity
Popular tyre options include:
Comfort & Premium Touring
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Continental PremiumContact 7
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Michelin Primacy 4+
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Pirelli Cinturato P7
Performance Option
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Continental MaxContact MC7
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Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Wheel Alignment Matters for Hybrid Mercedes
The additional battery weight in the C350e hybrid system can cause uneven tyre wear if alignment is not maintained.
Recommended alignment interval:
✔ Every 10,000 km
✔ When installing new tyres
✔ If steering feels uneven
Autosport Tyreworld uses precision alignment equipment to maintain factory specifications.
Wheel Torque Specification
The correct Mercedes wheel torque specification is:
130 Nm
Incorrect torque may cause:
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Warped brake rotors
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Wheel vibration
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Wheel bolt failure
Always use a calibrated torque wrench.
Visit Autosport Tyreworld – Mercedes Tyre Specialists
If you need new tyres, wheel alignment or wheel upgrades for your Mercedes-Benz C350e, visit one of our Adelaide locations:
📍 Autosport Tyreworld Magill
647 Magill Road
Magill SA 5072
📞 0452 641 023
📍 Autosport Tyreworld Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road
Wingfield SA 5013
📞 0433 645 411
📍 Autosport Tyreworld Clarence Gardens
911 South Road
Clarence Gardens SA 5039
📞 0420 299 911