Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Price $55,050 – $85,970
Fuel consumption N/A
The Car Guide rating 72%(view ratings)
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.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 72%
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability 4/10
Safety 7/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 8/10

What's new in 2023

New, more powerful 2-litre diesel engine, 9-speed gearbox as standard. All-wheel drive replacing the 4x4 drive. Electric motorization to come.

Pros

  • Manners on the road
  • Many configurations
  • Excellent resale value

Cons

  • High price
  • Very high maintenance cost

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