2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Starting MSRP $36,290–$45,725
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By Cars.com Staff
Cars.com National June 25, 2012Vehicle Overview
Designed specifically for commercial applications as passenger, cargo or chassis-cab vans, the Sprinter is available in three lengths with a choice of two roof heights. In passenger-carrying form, the Sprinter can seat up to 12 people in four rows. The Sprinter competes in a class with the Chevrolet Express, Ford E-Series, Nissan NV and GMC Savana.
New for 2013
There are no significant changes for 2013.
Exterior
The back doors open to the vehicle's full height and swing open 270 degrees. One-touch, triple-flash turn signals and wide-angle mirrors are standard. A power sliding door is optional on both cargo and passenger models. Exterior features include:
- Standard power windows, locks and integrated wide-angle mirrors
- Standard 16-inch steel wheels; 16-inch aluminum wheels optional
- Available fog lamps and headlight washers
- Standard sliding passenger-side door
- Dual hinged doors in back with a 270-degree opening
- Optional side doors (in place of sliding door)
- Optional heated windshield and rain-sensing wipers
Interior
Up to 12 occupants fit inside a passenger-carrying Sprinter. Two people sit up front and as many as three more rows of seats can be installed. The Crew Van is designed to carry five people as well as cargo. All models can have bucket seats in front. Sprinters have a flat cargo floor and tapered rear-wheel housings. Interior features include:
- Available cloth or vinyl seats
- Standard air conditioning
- Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Standard CD player; six-CD changer available
Under the Hood
Sprinters come in 2500 (three-quarter-ton) and 3500 (one-ton) ratings, but only the 2500 series includes a passenger model. Sprinters have an independent front suspension, rear leaf springs and power rack-and-pinion steering. Mechanical features include:
- 188-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel V-6 with 325 pounds-feet of torque
- Five-speed automatic transmission
Safety
Safety features include:
- Optional side-impact and side curtain airbags
- Standard all-disc antilock brakes
- Standard electronic stability system and traction control
- Optional rear parking sensors, backup camera
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