2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK Bolt Pattern & Tire Size
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK OEM tire size, bolt pattern, and wheel specifications are listed below. All data is based on industry-standard OEM reference specifications.
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK has a 5x112 bolt pattern, an OEM tire size of 205/55R16, and a 66.6mm center bore.
Other years of the Mercedes-Benz SLK
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK Engine & Trim Levels
Detailed tire and wheel breakdown for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Tire geometry â 205/55R16
The 205/55R16 fitted to the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK has a section width of 205mm and an aspect ratio of 55%, mounted on a 16-inch rim. That gives a sidewall height of 112.8mm (4.44") and an overall outside diameter of 631.9mm (24.88"). At highway speed this tire completes roughly 504 revolutions per kilometre, which is what your speedometer and odometer are calibrated against.
Plus-sizing window
If you want to upsize wheels on the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK while keeping the speedometer accurate, target a 215/47R17 (plus-one). For a softer ride or winter setup, a 195/64R15 (minus-one) keeps the overall diameter within Âą3% of stock, which is the industry tolerance for ABS and stability control to stay calibrated.
Wheel fitment specs
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK uses a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm hub bore. Safe rim width range for the OEM tire is 6.5J â 7.5J, and offsets in the ET32 â ET42 window will clear suspension and fender without rubbing on most setups.
Staggered setup notes
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK ships staggered: 205/55R16 up front and 225/50R16 on the rear. That is a 225mm vs 205mm width difference â do not rotate front-to-rear, and replace tires in axle pairs to keep ABS and traction control balanced.
Tire pressure guidance
Manufacturer-recommended cold tire pressure for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is printed on the driver-side door jamb sticker â always defer to that value, not to the maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall. Check pressure monthly and before long trips; under-inflation by 20% can reduce tread life by 25%.
OEM Wheel & Tire Specs
Frequently Asked Questions
What tire size does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK230 use?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK230 uses 205/55R16 tires as standard equipment.
What is the bolt pattern of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK has a 5x112 bolt pattern with a center bore of 66.6mm.
What is the wheel offset of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK has a wheel offset of ET37.
Other Vehicles with 5x112 Bolt Pattern
The following vehicles share the same 5x112 bolt pattern as the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK, making wheel interchangeability possible (verify offset and center bore before swapping).