The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van: A Business Owner's Shopping Guide

If you own or manage a business, then you know how important it is to have the right vehicles in your fleet. Whether you transport cargo, people, or a combination of the two, having a van with the right capacity and capabilities helps make day-to-day operations run smoother. Plus, since there are often incentives associated with purchasing fleet vehicles, buying fleet vehicles is usually a financially sound choice. If you're looking for the perfect van for your business, we'd love to show you a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for sale.

For years, the Sprinter has been the go-to van for businesses that need a mixture of maneuverability and capability. It's just the right size for navigating city streets and getting into tight parking structures while still offering some serious interior space. Mercedes-Benz offers four models: the Cargo Van, Crew Van, Passenger Van, and Cab Chassis. So, which is right for your needs? Below, we'll provide an overview of each model and some other info about the Sprinter to help you decide which one will be the right fit for your endeavors.

The Cargo Van

If you need a van with a focus on cargo space, the Sprinter Cargo Van is the obvious choice. It has seating for two or three passengers and a whole lot of cargo area. In fact, it's the only Sprinter van available with the 170-inch wheelbase extended body (the regular 170-inch wheelbase is the maximum length for the other models). You can also configure it with the standard 144-inch wheelbase and your choice of a standard roof or high roof. Four versions are available, including a 2500, 3500, 3500XD, and 4500, with the 4500 offering a maximum payload rating of 6,812 lbs.

Who is the Cargo Van good for? If you have a moving company that tackles small-to-medium moves that only require teams of two to three movers, the Cargo Van is a terrific choice. If you keep the rear area stripped as-is, you can easily load it up with boxes and pieces of furniture. It's also a great choice for delivery services. With the maximum cargo capacity among the Sprinter lineup, the Cargo Van can hold tons of packages for delivery, meaning less time spent driving back to the warehouse to get more items.

The Crew Van

The Sprinter Crew Van can seat up to five passengers with the second-row, three-seat bench. You have the freedom to remove it, though, when you don't need all five seats and would rather have the extra cargo space. For that reason, the Crew Van is a great versatile option for a business with a range of operations. Whether you provide a variety of services or the size of your jobs can vary, you might need to send a full crew of five to some jobs or just two employees to a gig.

There might be jobs that require a lot of equipment or supplies and some that require very little. If you need the flexibility to prioritize passengers or cargo, the Crew Van is a nice option. With the 170-inch wheelbase option, you get up to 144 inches of cargo floor space. The Crew Van essentially offers you the option to have the Cargo Van on some days, with room for more employees on others.

The Passenger Van

If you're in the business of moving people, then you'll need the Sprinter Passenger Van. It can be ordered in a 12-seat or 15-seat configuration. With perks like a powerful ceiling air conditioning unit and available reclining seats, it will satisfy even demanding passengers. This is a popular van for companies that offer tours, shuttle services, and airport pickups. It's also a terrific van for retirement homes that take large groups of residents into town to run errands and camps that need vehicles for field trips.

We see many of these vans go to car rental companies that specialize in large group rentals. When a minivan doesn't have enough seating, but a bus is just too much, the Sprinter Passenger Van is a great choice. Plus, it doesn't require a commercial driver's license or even special large-vehicle experience to drive it. So you don't have to jump through the hoops of getting employees trained in driving a bus-just put them in the Sprinter van.

The Cab Chassis

If you need the freedom to transport large equipment to jobs, consider the Sprinter Cab Chassis. This version can be upfitted for use as a box truck, flatbed, service body, and other heavy-duty operations. If you have a construction company, tree service, or similar business that calls for regular use of a crane, the Cab Chassis could be a good fit. Our commercial team can help you find the right upfit for your business and assist you through the process, making it easy to get the custom vehicles you need to succeed.

Upfitting and Customizing

Even if you don't choose the Cab Chassis, the one thing we want business owners to know is that the Sprinter is one of the most customizable vans. There are countless ways to upfit your van. Whether you have an HVAC company, plumbing company, or delivery company--you name it--we can walk you through the ways to upfit the van for your needs. You can add shelving, storage units, tie-downs, railings, and a variety of other items that maximize the efficiency and utility of your van.

Many of the Sprinter vans we carry also come with optional packages, like comfort packages with heated and adjustable front seats, navigation packages to help your crew get where they're going, lighting packages for better visibility in low-light conditions, and more. The idea behind the Sprinter van is that you can make it your own so that it fully supports your unique business operations.

Our Fleet Programs

When you buy your fleet vehicles with us, we offer special fleet programs. The Mercedes-Benz Corporate Sales Program is designed for fleets with 15 or more vehicles, while the Small Fleet Program is designed for businesses with 14 or fewer vehicles. Each one offers cash incentives, helping you put aside more money for your operations while adding modern vehicles to your fleet. We don't require any lengthy application or qualification process. All you need to be eligible is the number of aforementioned vehicles. We're a business ourselves, and we know how valuable the savings and perks are in options like our fleet programs.

Find Your Sprinter Van at Mercedes-Benz of Medford

Ready to add the perfect van to your fleet to make your business run smoothly? We're excited to offer the Sprinter here at Mercedes-Benz of Medford. We have a team of sales representatives who are knowledgeable about each van, including the various ways to upfit each one. Visit us and start the conversation about which van will elevate your business, streamline your operations, and save you money. With the right vans in your fleet, you have one less thing to worry about as a business owner or manager (and we know there are many things to worry about-so let us take this one off your plate). Come check out the Sprinter van today and work with our dedicated commercial sales team to secure the right vehicles for your business's fleet.