1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Wheels & Rims
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The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Base trim rolls on a staggered setup with 5x112 bolt pattern wheels that deliver the luxury sedan's distinctive presence. From the factory, you get 16-inch rollers front and rear, sized 7.5 and 8 inches respectively. ThreePiece stocks Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR options that fit your specific fitment perfectly.
Whether you're upgrading to 17, 18, or 19-inch wheels, every option we carry is verified to bolt on without modification. Your S500 accepts sizes ranging from 16x7.5 all the way to 19x10, giving you serious flexibility for your build. We ship free to the lower 48 states, so refresh your luxury Mercedes with confidence.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 rolls on a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm hub bore. The factory setup runs staggered: 16x7.5 with 51mm offset up front, 16x8 with 51mm offset in back. You can upgrade to 17-inch or 18-inch wheels in similar widths and offsets, or jump to 19x10 for a modern look while maintaining fitment.
The 5x112 bolt pattern is exclusive to your Mercedes—no other pattern will work. Since your hub bore measures 66.6mm, use hub-centric rings on any wheel with a larger bore to ensure proper centering. Aggressive wheel widths or very negative offsets risk rubbing your fenders and suspension components, so stay close to stock offset ranges for safe clearance.
Every wheel we stock for your S500 bolts on securely and ships free to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Rotiform 1PC, Work Wheels, and Aodhan are among the popular brands we carry in your fitment right now.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x112 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 66.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. This car runs a factory staggered setup: 16x7.5 +51 front and 16x8 +51 rear.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
93 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Front Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/60R16, 235/60R16, 245/55R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/55R17, 245/50R17, 225/60R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 235/50R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +35 to +45 | 225/60R16, 235/55R16, 245/65R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +32 to +45 | 225/55R17, 245/50R17, 225/60R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +35 to +45 | 245/45R18, 235/50R18, 255/45R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +35 to +45 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 245/35R20, 235/35R20 | — |
1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Rear Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19x10 | +30 to +30 | 275/35R19, 285/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x10 | +30 to +30 | 275/30R20, 285/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 16x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 245/45R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 235/50R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 235/50R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +30 to +35 | 235/50R17, 255/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +30 to +35 | 255/40R19, 275/35R19, 245/40R19 | — |
| 18x9 | +30 to +35 | 255/45R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x9 | +30 to +35 | 275/35R19, 285/35R19 | — |
| 20x9 | +30 to +30 | 275/30R20, 285/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 18x9.5 | +35 to +45 | 255/40R18 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Mercedes-Benz S500
- BBS — LM, RS, FI, CI-R
- Volk Racing — TE37, ZE40
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
- TSW — Bathurst, Nurburgring
- Rotiform — FLG, OZR, BUC
- Enkei — RPF1, TS-V
Complete Your 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Build
- Mercedes-Benz S500 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers