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Fitment questions

Does a roof rack from an older W163 ML fit a newer W164 ML?

No — the W163 (1998–2005) and W164 (2005–2011) are entirely different generations with different roof profiles, rail positions and dimensions, so parts are not interchangeable between them. The same applies to the W166 (2011–2019), which is a third distinct generation. Always tell the breaker which generation you have, or give them your registration so they can confirm the exact match.

Will a W164 ML roof rack fit a W166 ML?

No, the W164 (2005–2011) and W166 (2011–2019) are separate platforms with different roof lengths and mounting point layouts, so a rack from one will not transfer to the other. Make sure you source a rack specifically from your generation, and give the breaker your registration to confirm compatibility before buying.

Does the engine or trim level affect which roof rack I need for my Mercedes ML?

No — engine choice and trim level make no difference to roof rack fitment on the ML; what matters is the generation (W163, W164 or W166) and the roof itself. Across all three generations the ML was only offered as a five-door SUV, so body style variation is not a concern here. One thing worth noting is that factory-fitted roof rails versus no rails can affect which rack system suits your vehicle, so mention to the breaker whether your car already has rails fitted.

I have a 2009 ML — will a roof rack from a 2011 ML fit it?

2009 puts you in the W164 generation, while 2011 is the start of the W166 generation, so you are right on a generation boundary and the two are not compatible. Source a rack from another W164 (2005–2011) rather than a W166, and confirm the exact match with the breaker using your registration, as there can be minor pressing or fitment differences within a generation that are best verified before purchase.

Do I need a specific roof rack for an ML300, ML350 or ML63 AMG?

No — the engine variant makes no difference whatsoever to roof rack fitment on the ML. What determines compatibility is the generation (W163, W164 or W166), not whether the car is a diesel, a petrol or an AMG model. Give the breaker your registration and generation, and they will be able to source the correct used rack without needing to know the engine at all.

Are there any differences between a roof rack from an early W166 and a late facelift W166?

The W166 ran from 2011 to 2019 and received a facelift during its production run, and while the fundamental roof structure remained the same platform throughout, minor pressing or mounting differences between early and late cars cannot be ruled out. Rather than assuming a rack from any W166 will definitely fit yours, confirm the specific production year of the donor vehicle with the breaker and check it against your registration to be sure.