Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
The Sprinter is a popular pick when it comes to full-size vans, especially among van life enthusiasts. Competitors include the Ford Transit and Ram ProMaster. For 2023, the turbo-diesel V6 is replaced by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine. The single-turbo variant is rated at 168 horsepower, while the twin-turbo variant delivers 208 horsepower. The base gasoline engine is a turbocharged four-cylinder that generates 188 horsepower. A nine-speed automatic transmission comes standard on all models.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | CA$55,050 |
| Fees | CA$3,595 |
| Gas guzzler tax | N/A |
| Monthly payments | CA$1,036/month |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 l I-4 |
| Power | 168 hp @ 3,800 rpm (125 kW) |
| Torque | 295 lb·ft @ 1,300 – 2,400 rpm (400 N·m) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Vehicle type / Category | |
| Vehicle type | Van |
| Category | Minivan |
| Assembly | Charleston, SC, US |
| Generation | 3 |
| Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
| City | N/A |
| Highway | N/A |
| Combined | N/A |
| Autonomy | N/A |
| CO₂ emissions | N/A |
| Equipment | |
| Sunroof | not available |
| Heated front seats | optional |
| Heated rear seats | not available |
| Heated steering wheel | not available |
| Ventilated front seats | not available |
| Head-up display | not available |
| Surround-view camera | optional |
| Smart key | standard |
| Blindspot detection | optional |
| Forward collision warning | standard |
| Autonomous emergency braking | standard |
| Lane departure warning | optional |
| Adaptive cruise control | optional |
| GPS | optional |
| Infotainment | |
| Front USB ports | standard |
| Rear USB ports | not available |
| Apple CarPlay compatible | optional |
| Android Auto compatible | optional |
| Sirius XM | optional |
| Bluetooth audio | optional |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | optional |
| Wireless phone charging | optional |
| Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
| Steering | rack and pinion, electric assistance |
| Front suspension | independent, Macpherson strut |
| Rear suspension | live axle, leaf springs |
| Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | LT245/75R16 |
| Rear tires | LT245/75R16 |
| Safety | |
| Seat belts | 2 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Length | 5,932 mm (234″) |
| Width | 2,019 mm (79″) |
| Height | 2,446 mm (96″) |
| Wheelbase | 3,658 mm (144″) |
| Weight | 2,195 kg (4,839 lb) |
| Capacities | |
| Passengers | 2 |
| Trunk | 9,000 l |
| Fuel tank | 93 l (20 gal) |
| Towing capacity | 2,268 kg (5,000 lb, with towing package) |
| Performance | |
| 0-100 km/h | N/A |
| 80-120 km/h | N/A |
| Top speed | 145 km/h (90 mph) (manufacturer) |
| Braking distance | N/A |
| Warranty | |
| Base warranty | 3 years/60,000 km |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years/160,000 km |
| The Car Guide rating | |
| Fuel economy | 5/10 |
| Reliability | 4/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
| Average | 72%(view ratings) |