The price of a custom Mercedes steering wheel depends first on the base compatible with your car, then on the selected materials and finishes. The Apex Studio catalog currently offers two Mercedes families. Their starting prices help you gauge the project, but they do not replace checking the steering wheel already fitted.
What are the starting prices of Mercedes steering wheels?
| Current Mercedes base | Listed starting price |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-AMG 2015 | 589 € |
| Mercedes-AMG 2018 | 599 € |
As of October 1, 2026, the 2015 Mercedes-AMG base is listed at 589 € and the 2018 Mercedes-AMG base at 599 €. These amounts correspond to the starting point before the options offered in the configurator. The Mercedes collection displays the available bases and their current prices.
A price difference between two families does not mean you can freely pick either one. Each base corresponds to a steering wheel architecture, a center module shape and a vehicle period. So the first step is to identify the correct family, not simply to pick the lowest price.
Why isn't the year enough to choose?
The same year can cover several generations, a facelift, or different equipment. The date of first registration can also be later than the manufacturing date. For a Mercedes, gather the exact model, the presumed generation, the model year, and clear photos of the current steering wheel.
Photograph the steering wheel from the front, then the buttons, the shift paddles and the airbag module. Mention the heating or any special function. The guide on steering wheel compatibility with your car details the useful information. If the vehicle is close to a model changeover, also consult the guide phase 1, phase 2, and facelift.
What makes the final price change?
After the base, the price depends on the chosen composition. Nappa leather provides a continuous and understated feel. Alcantara brings a more matte texture. Woven or forged carbon creates a more pronounced visual contrast, often placed on the top and bottom of the rim.
The colors, the stitching and the 12 o'clock marker complete the configuration. To avoid piling up options with no clear logic, start with the grip areas, then decide on the finish of the upper and lower parts. The guide for choosing the material of a steering wheel helps you compare uses. The article on what drives the price of a custom steering wheel then explains how the choices influence the total.
What do you keep during production?
Apex Studio builds the steering wheel to order. So you keep the steering wheel fitted in your Mercedes during production, and you can hold on to it after installation. The original airbag module remains the reference point for the standard configuration. The controls can be transferred or supplied as new OEM controls, depending on the project.
The stated lead time is about four weeks for leather and Alcantara. A configuration including woven or forged carbon takes four to six weeks.
How do you get the price of your Mercedes build?
- Identify the model, generation, and model year.
- Prepare photos of the steering wheel, airbag, and controls.
- Choose the corresponding Mercedes family.
- Put together the materials, colors and finishes.
- Have compatibility checked if two bases seem close.
This method clearly separates two decisions. Compatibility determines the usable base. The configurator then sets the look and the price of your custom steering wheel.
