What Makes the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter a Special Work Van?
Mercedes-Benz has been known for producing luxurious and well-built passenger cars and has made the best utility work vehicles for decades. The car maker’s vans are easily adaptable to handle any job thrown at you and a multipurpose design keeps buyers coming back year after year. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter comes in two specific engine options: a 2.0L 4-cylinder that produces 188 horsepower with 258 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.0L V6 diesel that produces 188 horsepower with 325 lb-ft of torque. This model is not just all about the power - it's an emphasis on a luxurious ride and the experience you have driving the van.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 is Mercedes' most compact utility vehicle available, and is the most affordable van at that price point. The van comes equipped with a 9-speed automatic with an OD transmission and has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs with a 24.5-gallon fuel tank. This van has many features one can use and shows just how this van is a great option for anyone that needs a basic Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van.
Mercedes Sprinter 2500
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 is the utility van with all the modern tech and features that any work van should have. Although Mercedes claims to have redesigned the new utility vans, they all have the same base frame and have seen some body style changes. This Sprinter, like all of its close relatives in the Sprinter van family, comes standard with the 4-cylinder engine or the heavy torque diesel V6 engine. The van is equipped to carry almost any load you put on it and has an overwhelming number of cargo net tie-downs. The interior is of a proper Mercedes-Benz and has the best material used for its class of vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 is the only utility van with an extended roof that is produced with Mercedes. The company has worked long and hard on creating the best suspension and chassis in its class to help you corner softly and have an overall smoother ride in your work van. This Mercedes is available in many different options from the rest of the Sprinter line up. For example, it comes in a 4-wheel-drive option and can tow up to 7,500 lbs, yet is remarkably fuel-efficient. Many owners have a critique of how they are not used to the van’s overall height and say it takes a couple of months. Also, this van is equipped with Crosswind assist that helps with vans that have a height of 10 feet or more, making it less easy for the van to topple over.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 XD
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 XD is essentially the same as the Mercedes Sprinter 3500, but has a higher payload and is available in many different specs regarding your van's use. This is the only utility van by Mercedes that comes stocked with a 7-speed automatic transmission and has a 7,500 lbs towing capacity. The utility van comes in 3 main specifications: cargo van, crew van, and cab chassis. From there, consumers are then able to choose between the standard and high roof height for each model. This is the heavy-duty Mercedes-Benz Sprinter that has multiple uses for its spacious cargo room and large payload that will ensure your package gets to its destination safely.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 is the highest towing capacity van and highest payload out of all utility vans produced by Mercedes. This vehicle is the second model to receive the brands' new infotainment system named the MBUX and has a choice between a 7 or 10.3-inch touchscreen display, wireless smartphone charging, and items like adaptive cruise control are now standard on all new models. Starting in 2019, Mercedes Sprinters that are produced and manufactured at the Mercedes-Benz warehouse in South Carolina.
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