History/Overview
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van first appeared in Canada as a Dodge, when those two brands were still part of the DaimlerChrysler conglomerate. Benz moved the Sprinter back under its own banner in 2010 after the companies had gone their separate ways.
The Sprinter comes in cargo and passenger van configurations, as well as this cab/chassis variant, favoured by buyers who need a hard-working vehicle to meet a specific need. This is the very definition of a stripped-down model, to which an upfitter can bolt a custom body.
What's New / Key Changes from Last Year
The Sprinter was redesigned for 2019. Mercedes-Benz's major changes are found inside, where the optional MBUX infotainment system occupies a large touchscreen similar to that in the brand's car and SUV models.
Available Trims
Mercedes-Benz offers the Sprinter Cab Chassis with a standard roof only (there's no high-roof option as with the full-bodied vans) but there is a choice of 3500 and higher-payload 4500 versions. The 3500 can handle payloads up to 2,883 kg and 4500 trim boasts a capacity of 3,370 kg. Both can tow up to 3,400 kg.
Cab Chassis Sprinters come standard with Mercedes's 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a seven-speed automatic transmission.
Standard Features
Sprinter Cab Chassis models come standard with fabric seats, 16-inch steel wheels, air conditioning, crosswind assist, headlight assistant, hill start assist, auxiliary heater and adjustable steering wheel angle.
Key Options
Options include an exterior lighting package (LED headlights, fog lights, high beam assist and partial LED taillights), driver convenience package (heated side mirrors with electric adjustment, cruise control, and a multifunction steering wheel), premium package (rain-sensing wipers, active braking assist, MBUX multimedia system with 7.0-inch screen, active lane keeping assist and wet wipers), premium plus package (leather steering wheel, wireless smartphone charging, adaptive cruise control, 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen and traffic sign assist) and comfort and comfort plus packages (the former brings upgraded seats, and the latter adds electric adjustments and heat).
Fuel Economy
Because the Sprinter is considered a commercial vehicle, Natural Resources Canada doesn't require Mercedes-Benz to provide fuel consumption estimates.
Competition
Sprinter Cab Chassis competitors include the Ford Transit, GMC Savana and Chevrolet Express, and chassis cab versions of pickup models from Ford, Chevrolet, GMC and Ram.
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