History/Overview
North American fleet buyers and contractors got their first taste of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter in the mid-aughts when it came here wearing the Dodge name. That seeming incongruity was the result of the Daimler Chrysler merger.
After that deal broke up, Mercedes-Benz took the Sprinter back under its own banner. Since then, the Sprinter's evolution has been a slow one, with 2015's addition of a 4x4 option being among the most notable updates.
The Sprinter Crew van is something of a hybrid of cargo and passenger vans, combining seating for five with a rear cargo area.
Cargo, passenger and cab/chassis versions are covered in separate buyer's guide entries.
What's New / Key Changes from Last Year
While it's hard to tell without a side-by-side comparison, the Sprinter is new for 2019. It's easier to pick out the changes inside, where you can have Benz install the MBUX multimedia system in a touchscreen as large as 10.25 inches.
Available Trims
There are 14 ways to order a Sprinter Crew Van, 10 built on the standard rear-drive chassis and four more on the 4x4 platform. The standard engine is a 2.0L gas four-cylinder that comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission, while the uplevel option is a 3.0L diesel V6 with a seven-speed automatic. Choose from two wheelbase lengths, but all Sprinter Crew Vans come in the high-roof configuration that is an option in cargo and passenger vans.
RWD Sprinter Crew Van also comes in 2500 trim, while 4x4 versions offer a more robust 3500 chassis that can handle heavier towing and payload capacities.
Standard Features
All Sprinter Crew Van models come with steering wheel angle adjustment, radio, electric auxiliary heater, crosswind assist, tire pressure monitoring, headlight assistant, 16-inch steel wheels and black fabric seating.
Key Options
Optional extras include 16-inch alloy wheels, artificial leather upholstery, an exterior lighting package (fog lights, partial LED taillights, high beam assist, LED headlights), a driver convenience package (heated, power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors, blind spot assist, cruise control, 12-volt power outlet), premium package (rain-sensing wipers, active braking assist, MBUX multimedia system with 7.0-inch display, wet wipers, active lane keeping assist), premium plus package (leather-trimmed steering wheel, wireless smartphone charging, adaptive cruise control, 10.25-inch MBUX display, traffic sign assist), comfort plus package (heated and power-adjustable front seats) and a Crew Van comfort package (two-stage sliding side door opening, electric soft-close right-hand side sliding door, convenience head restraints and a three-seating comfort bench).
Fuel Economy
The Sprinter is a commercial vehicle, so Natural Resources Canada doesn't publish fuel consumption estimates for it.
Competition
Sprinter fights for commercial van sales with the Ford Transit, Ram Promaster, Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana.
This vehicle has not yet been reviewed
