The Mercedes benz sprinter 4×4 cargo van is the ultimate camper’s vehicle. These vans can be purchased in numerous vehicle variants complete and ready to go equipped with all of the features you need to make your camping experience as comfortable as possible, and they have plenty of space making them an ideal base vehicle for your Van life build.
“Mercedes Sprinter panel vans are undoubtedly the most popular and iconic van models for van life conversions. Professional (commercial) conversions typically cost around $30,000, but a DIY fit out can be achieved for less than $10,000.”
Introduction to Sprinter 4×4 van
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a van? Well if so, the Mercedes sprinter 4×4 could be the perfect solution for you! This vehicle is equipped with features that one could need and more. It’s built to last and can handle any terrain while still giving you great gas mileage. There are many different models of this vehicle available which makes them great for large families as a passenger van, for van life, or even for businesses. Read on below to find out more about this car!
The first thing you’ll notice about this vehicle is that it has four-wheel drive capabilities, which means it can handle any off-road conditions without issue. This also makes the Mercedes sprinter perfect for those living life in a van because no matter where they end up parking their home on wheels, they will be able to leave without worrying about getting stuck or damaging their rig. The Sprinter 4×4 also has a suspension lift when compared to the two wheel variant, providing more ground clearance for offroading.
The Sprinter 4×4 is based on the off-road specific components engineered by Austrian company Oberaigner. This company has been a ‘qualified partner and system supplier’ to Mercedes-Benz for decades, just like AMG before it was absorbed into Daimler empire’s fold (though they might not admit as much). This means the sprinter 4×4 has a quality drivetrain enabling power to both the front and rear axles, helping to prevent situations where the wheels lose traction on one or more wheels (either the front or the rear wheels).
Pro’s about the Mercedes Sprinter 4×4
- The Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 van is one of the most popular van build vehicles on the market today
- It can come with a diesel engine with enough torque to propel over 3,000 pounds of payload (and can be registered as a light truck to allow increase Gross Vehicle Mass)
- The Sprinter 4×4 can be fitted with a trailer coupling, and has enough torque to tow on relatively steep inclines
- With its five-star safety rating and high off-road capability, it’s perfect for adventurous types who want to explore remote areas
- The ‘Mercedes me’ system connects with your smartphone so you can locate your vehicle at any time
- There are plenty of customization options available including different seating configurations, roof racks, and power equipment options for those who need them
- This versatile vehicle comes in four trim levels – base level ‘van’, mid-level ‘comfort’, top-of-the line ‘luxury’, and premium level “VAN” which offers all the features offered by the other three models plus more!
- Great on fuel economy / mileage when driven responsibly
- Four wheel drive gives good traction to individual wheels, allowing the driver greater control and more options (such as driving in the snow or unsealed roads)
Cons to the Mercedes Sprinter 4×4
- Gearbox is fairly average quality and can have issues (https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/mercedes-benz-sprinter)
- The Mercedes sprinter is one of the most expensive vans to buy
- The Sprinter 4×4 can be expensive vans to maintain
- The Mercedes sprinter is a larger van, making it less manoeuvrable in traffic and parking situations than smaller vans
- The Mercedes sprinter 4×4 is typically one of the more narrow vans when compared to vans like the Promaster
- The Sprinter 4×4 is not available in as many size options as the conventional 2 wheel drive
Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 review summary
The Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 van is one of the most popular vans on the market today. With its five-star safety rating and high off-road capability, it’s perfect for adventurous types who want to explore remote areas and get off the beaten path (within reason, as you will be more likely driving unsealed roads rather than hard core 4WD tracks, as the low range gear is 1.4:1 similar to the Subaru’s).
It can come with a diesel engine that can deliver up to 3,000 pounds of payload, making it well suited to van life. This versatile vehicle comes in different lengths. It also has plenty of customization options available including different seating configurations, roof racks, power equipment options for those who need them and more!
I personally think the benefits out weigh the problems, and I will be personally going for the Sprnter 4×4 variant.
If you are interested in checking out similar reviews, have a look at the the original mercedes sprinter review, or the promaster review.
