Mercedes loads up bigger, smarter Sprinter
MERCEDES’ glut of new models isn’t just reserved for its passenger car range, because an all-new Sprinter van has been revealed. And a fully electric esprinter will be launched for the first time.
As before the Sprinter will be offered with a wide range of body, chassis and seating options to suit every kind of business requirement. It goes on sale in the UK in June.
Compared with its predecessors, there’s a more distinct angle between the bonnet and the upright windscreen, but the large grille with vast centrally mounted three-pointed star remains in place, just with a smoother face.
The Sprinter’s new shape is designed to bring the cab forward to help boost carrying capacity in the back. In addition, Mercedes is now offering front and rearwheel-drive options on the Sprinter, with the former providing a load floor that’s 80mm lower to improve carrying capacity and access.
Full engine details are still to be confirmed, but a range of diesels from 113bhp to 188bhp will be available, while six-speed manual and optional seven and nine-speed G-tronic automatic gearboxes will be offered.
Distronic adaptive cruise control and a suite of safety electronics will come as standard on the Sprinter, making it one of the safest large vans on sale. Adaptive stability control and Crosswind assist, which will brake each wheel independently to prevent the van from rolling, are part of this.