The 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter lineup expands with the addition of a Crew Van model. All models of this full-size van use a 188-horsepower 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 engine. It pairs with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Three versions are offered: 2500, 2500 cargo extended, and 3500. The 2500 is available in Passenger Van configurations with a Standard or High Roof. Cargo 2500 and 3500 versions are available with either roof as well. They also offer 144- and 170-inch wheelbases. The High Roof adds 11 inches of interior room. The new-for-2011 Crew Van model seats 5 passengers with room for cargo behind the rear bench seat. Passenger models seat up to 12 and MiniBus models seat up to 16 on rear bench seats. Safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front-side airbags, and curtain-side airbags. Optional equipment includes a heated windshield with rain-sensing wipers, sunroof, front- and rear-obstacle detection, a wireless cell-phone link, and rearview camera. Note that Sprinter vans are also sold by Freightliner dealers under that brand’s name.
Reviewers are surprised at how nimble the Sprinter’s handling is. Although Mercedes’ V6 Bluetec turbodiesel engine makes the Sprinter more fuel-efficient than most other vans in this class. The turbodiesel is the only engine option offered with the Sprinter. However, its payload capacity is one of the largest in the class, partly due to the engine’s 325 pound-feet of torque. The 2500 Cargo Van can haul up to 3,469 pounds and the 3500 can carry up to 5,375 pounds. The Sprinter can only tow up to 7,500 pounds.
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