Summer complete wheel sets for Mercedes SLK R172

The Mercedes SLK R172 is a compact roadster with a sporty orientation, precise steering, and powerful engine options ranging from a 4-cylinder turbo to the SLK55 AMG V8.
Due to its low ride height, narrow wheel arch geometry, AMG braking systems, and sporty axle geometry, the R172 requires technically precisely matched summer complete wheels that ensure stability, grip, and steering precision.

Reifenshop Landshut exclusively offers summer wheels that are 100% R172 compatible.

✔ Compatible with all Mercedes SLK R172 variants

Models

• SLK200

• SLK250

• SLK300

• SLK350

• SLK55 AMG

Technical features

• Rear-wheel drive

• Sporty low suspension tuning

• AMG braking system on the SLK55

• Tight clearances with wide rims

• Lightweight roadster body with high torsional load

→ All rims checked for offset, brake clearance & load capacity.

🔧 Why the Mercedes SLK R172 requires special summer complete wheels

1. Compact & narrow wheel arch geometry

The SLK R172 has:

• Very little clearance on the inside and outside

• Narrow fender edges

• Sporty steering geometry

→ Exact offset values are crucial.

2. AMG braking system on the SLK55

The top model features:

• Large four-piston or multi-piston calipers

• Wider brake discs

• Narrow inner rim beds

→ Only brake-cleared rims are suitable.

3. Roadster construction requires stable & stiff rims

Due to:

• High torsional forces

• Direct feedback to the steering

• High lateral acceleration

→ Lightweight, torsionally stiff rims significantly improve handling.

4. Summer tires must be sporty & precise

The SLK requires:

• High cornering stability

• Precise steering response

• Y-speed rating (especially AMG)

• Strong grip performance

→ Premium summer tires recommended.

5. Rolling circumference must comply with OEM specifications

Important for:

• ESP/ABS control

• Speedometer accuracy

• Smooth shifting/driving behavior

→ Use only homologated sizes.

🛠 Reifenshop Landshut testing procedure for SLK R172 summer wheels

All wheel/tire combinations are checked for:

• Correct offset values for SLK wheel arches

• Brake clearance (SLK55 AMG)

• Load capacity for V6/V8 models

• Runout & high-speed stability

• Vibration-free even during sporty driving

• DOT & tread depth measurement (used sets)

→ Only technically perfect summer complete wheels are included in the assortment.

🧊 Summer complete wheel offer for Mercedes SLK R172 at Reifenshop Landshut

We offer:

• Premium summer tires (Continental, Michelin, Pirelli, Bridgestone)

• 17–19 inch sporty alloy wheels

• AMG-compatible forged wheels

• Roadster-optimized wheel designs

• Tested used summer wheel sets

• Performance-oriented wheel/tire combinations

🔍 Selecting suitable summer wheels for the SLK R172

With the Reifenshop Landshut vehicle filter (Manufacturer → Model Series → Model Designation), you receive:

• 100% SLK R172-compatible summer wheels

• Correct offset & load capacity values

• Full brake clearance

• OEM rolling circumference

• Maximum roadster performance

→ Incorrect purchases excluded.

⭐ Why Reifenshop Landshut?

• Tested summer complete wheels for Mercedes SLK R172 (W172)

• Premium quality – new & used

• Fast Europe-wide delivery

• Perfect AMG & Roadster compatibility

• High stability, sporty grip & maximum summer performance

Order summer complete wheels for your Mercedes SLK R172 now – sporty, precise & roadster-optimized.