Tirefolio Find my fitment

2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 tire sizes & fitment

Approved tire and wheel sizes for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350, sourced from manufacturer fitment data and refreshed monthly.

Approved fitments

Tire size Rim size PCD (bolt pattern) Offset Load index Speed rating
245/45R17 OEM R17 N/A N/A N/A N/A
245/40R18 OEM R18 N/A N/A N/A N/A
235/45R17 OEM R17 N/A N/A N/A N/A
255/40R17 OEM R17 N/A N/A N/A N/A
235/40R18 OEM R18 N/A N/A N/A N/A
255/35R18 OEM R18 N/A N/A N/A N/A
265/35R18 OEM R18 N/A N/A N/A N/A

Best by use case

Four tires, four jobs

Best all-season

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

all-season touring, UTQG 800, 80,000-mi warranty

Best budget

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

Lowest cost per mile in this size; UTQG 800

Best quiet

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

68 dB cabin noise (EU label); quietest in this size

Best winter

Bridgestone

Blizzak WS90

Dedicated winter (premium compound); ice/snow grip

See the best tires for the Mercedes-Benz E350, ranked by category →

Tire recalls & safety complaints for the Mercedes-Benz E350 →

Plus-size and winter-downsize options for every Mercedes-Benz E350 factory size →

Compatible alternative sizes for 245/45R17

Sizes within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter safe-fit tolerance. Each row links to the size's own page.

Alternative size%Δ ODCategoryVerdict
275/40R17 -0.08% wider Safe
245/50R16 -0.14% alternative Safe
245/40R18 0.14% plus 1 Safe
225/60R15 -0.20% alternative Safe
215/45R18 -0.25% plus 1 Safe

For the full list of alternatives with comfort/handling impact, see 245/45R17 upsize options. To check an arbitrary size pair, use the tire compatibility calculator.

Check a different size against this vehicle

Type any tire size below; we'll compute its overall-diameter delta against the OEM 245/45R17 and verdict using the ETRTO ±3% rule.

Common upgrade paths

Use the plus-size calculator to evaluate any rim step against the OEM size.

How to choose tires for the 2011 mercedes-benz E350

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 ships from the factory on 245/45R17 tires mounted on R17 wheels. 7 approved fitments are documented for this model year, allowing some flexibility between performance, comfort, and winter compounds. The Compatible alternative sizes table above lists every safe substitution within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance.

Tire choice on the Mercedes-Benz E350 comes down to three trade-offs that matter more than brand loyalty: load index (must equal or exceed the OEM number), speed rating (must match or exceed the placard), and UTQG treadwear (higher means longer life, lower usually means stickier rubber). Owners replacing factory tires with the same compound class, for example all-season for all-season, generally see no change in ride characteristics or fuel economy. Switching categories (performance summer to all-season touring, for example) is where the trade-offs show up at the contact patch.

For 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 owners considering a plus-size upgrade, the safer option is a Plus-1 step (one rim size up with a 10-point aspect drop and ~10 mm of additional section width). Plus-2 is technically viable on this chassis if the alternative-sizes table lists a Plus-2 candidate within tolerance, but expect a meaningful ride-harshness penalty and a tire-cost premium of 30–60% per tire relative to the OEM fitment. For winter use the recommended pattern is one width step down (e.g. from a 235 to a 225) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter; narrower tires apply higher contact pressure per square inch on snow, which translates directly into shorter braking distances. The plus-size calculator evaluates any specific rim step against this OEM size.

Before purchasing, verify the tire size on the driver-door placard of your specific 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350, since trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment from what is documented here. The placard reading is the authoritative source per FMVSS 110, and dealers will reference the placard rather than aftermarket catalogs when validating warranty claims.

NHTSA-reported issues for 2011 mercedes-benz E350

3
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Top issue category: Tires (General)

Reported across: 2011 – 2011 (1 year)

What owners described

Blowout or sudden deflation appears in 41% of these reports; about 2.0× as often as across all tire complaints. Percentages are shares of the 37 reports covering every model year of the Mercedes-Benz E350 that include a written account; a single report can describe more than one problem, so they do not total 100%.

Reported problemThis subjectAll tire complaintsRelative
Blowout or sudden deflation 41% 20% 2.0×
Sidewall failure 27% 15% 1.8×
Bubble or bulge in the tire 22% 6% 3.7×
Tread or belt separation 5% 13% 0.4×
Loss of control, rollover or collision 5% 8% 0.6×
Cracking or dry rot 3% 9% 0.3×

Mileage at failure

22 of these reports state an odometer reading. The middle report is at 15,000 miles, with 8 in 10 falling between 5,000 and 45,000 miles.

In owners' own words

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA about Mercedes-Benz E350. Reports are published by NHTSA as filed and are lightly cleaned here only to remove intake codes.

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES BENZ E350 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES, SIZE 245/40R18 97V (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT ALL OF THE TIRES HAD BLISTERS ON THE SIDEWALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO CONFIRMED THE FAILURE. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE DOT NUMBERS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,900.

NHTSA complaint 1081378 · 2014 vehicle

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT A CRACK FLANGE IN THE WHEEL CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS A RESULT, THE WHEEL WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ANOTHER DEALER, WHO INSPECTED THE WHEELS AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEELS WERE ALSO CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE REPLACEMENT WHEEL CRACKED, CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000. UPDATED 2/25/15*CN THE CONSUMER STATED HE EXPERIENCED FOUR TIRE AND RIM FAILURES. UPDATED 03/02/15

NHTSA complaint 1148641 · 2011 vehicle

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 EQUIPPED WITH FALCON TIRES, SIZE: 285/25/ZR20 (NA). WHILE UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION ON THE INNER WALLS. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000 AND THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.

NHTSA complaint 1315788 · 2010 vehicle

UNDER NORMAL, URBAN DRIVING CONDITIONS ON PAVED ROADS AND HIGHWAYS, WE'VE HAD THREE (3) SIDEWALL FAILURES ON FRONT TIRES. A 2014 MB E350 SPORT SEDAN WITH 18" AMG WHEELS AND CONTINENTAL PROCONTACT 245/40 R18 TIRES. IN EACH CASE, WE NOTICED THE BUBBLED SIDEWALL BEFORE ANY INCIDENT. TIRES HAD 70% TREAD REMAINING WITH APPROX 10,000 MILES. FAILURE OCCURRED ON FRONT TIRES ONLY.

NHTSA complaint 1560252 · 2014 vehicle

Complaints are voluntarily submitted to the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation and are not verified by NHTSA; they represent owner-reported problems, not proven defects. Counts can be useful as a relative quality signal across comparable tires or vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What size tires fit a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
The OEM tire size for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 is 245/45R17 mounted on R17 wheels.. Trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment; confirm against your specific vehicle's driver-door placard before purchase.
Can I run a different tire size on my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Plus-sizing (larger rim, lower aspect) is possible within ±3% of the OEM overall diameter per the ETRTO safe-fit standard. The Compatible alternative sizes table on this page lists every safe option for the OEM size. Always confirm with the manufacturer or a qualified tire shop before deviating from the placard.
Where can I buy tires for my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Online tire retailers in our affiliate network carry every size documented for this vehicle. Use the Shop online buttons above to compare prices across them; variance of $20–$40 per tire is common between merchants. The <a href="/tools/tire-install-cost-calculator/">install cost calculator</a> estimates the out-the-door including mount, balance, TPMS, and disposal by state.
What is the recommended tire pressure for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
The cold-inflation pressure is printed on the driver-door placard of your specific vehicle and varies by trim, tire size, and loaded vs unloaded condition. Typical OEM front and rear pressures fall between 30 and 36 psi for passenger trims and 32–40 psi for SUV/truck variants, but the placard is the authoritative source.
Can I fit winter tires in a different size on my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Yes; the standard winter-tire fitment pattern is one width step narrower than OEM (e.g. 225 → 215) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter. Narrower tires increase contact pressure on snow for better traction. The Compatible alternative sizes table includes any winter-friendly options that fall within ±3% OD for this vehicle.
How often should I rotate the tires on my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Every 5,000–7,500 miles is the typical OEM recommendation for passenger vehicles. AWD vehicles and high-torque trucks benefit from the shorter interval. Documented rotation history is also a tire-warranty prerequisite; most manufacturer treadwear claims require rotation receipts at the warranty inspection.

For broader tire questions; replacement timing, UTQG, EV-specific tires, winter swaps; see the tire FAQ.

Sources for this page

  1. Vehicle owner's manual tire & wheel placard; door-jamb placard on the Mercedes-Benz E350 is the authoritative source for OEM tire size, load index, and cold-inflation pressure for your specific trim.
  2. NHTSA SaferCar; recall lookup for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350.
  3. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3; overall-diameter math used for the alternative-size verdicts above.
  4. Tire & Rim Association 2025 Yearbook; load-index to maximum-load reference.

Last verified 2026-10-07.