What Makes the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter a Great Fleet Vehicle?

Vans do not get enough attention. Sure, they may not be the obvious move for an individual who's looking for an urban cruiser with some sporty features. But what about all of the people entrusted with important business decisions, trying to find the best vehicle to buy in bulk to make operations go smoothly? Vans like the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are perfect for a variety of businesses, whether you're managing an event-planning company, a catering company, a delivery service, or even a construction, carpentry, or landscaping business. Or maybe you're working more directly in the automotive space as a rental company, a luxury transportation service, or a shuttle service. Vans can provide some of the best accommodations you'll find in any vehicle, and very few brands instill trust like Mercedes-Benz.

If you are looking for a vehicle or multiple vehicles for your business, it is time to consider looking for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for sale in Medford. There's a strong case to be made for the Sprinter, as it provides outstanding space and capability, whether you're looking to transport passengers or repurpose the vehicle to be a cargo-hauling machine. The Sprinter allows fleet users to have the performance of a truck with the versatility of a van. So, let's look at the details of why the Sprinter could be the best move for you. We'll cover the vehicle basics, safety features, upfitting opportunities, and cost-effectiveness.

The Basics

Let's start with the basics of the van itself. What does it offer? The 2025 Sprinter seats up to 15 passengers in its Passenger Van configuration and allows for up to 6,812 pounds of payload capacity in its Crew Van configuration. That top payload capacity is comparable to many one-ton heavy-duty trucks, making the Sprinter an incredibly capable option. That's not to come down on trucks by any means; they certainly have their own uses. But, 6,812 pounds of payload is significant. Whether you're hauling passengers or cargo around Medford, you've got a significant advantage over a pickup truck, which is something a business should consider when shopping for fleet vehicles.

Safety Features

Now, whether you're hauling 15 passengers or 6,812 pounds of cargo, that's a big responsibility. Therefore, the Sprinter provides top-notch safety features to make sure that your drivers, passengers, and cargo all make it safely to their destinations. With safety features like standard Active Brake Assist, the Sprinter is always working to make sure that your business does not incur a disaster. This feature is able to detect an oncoming obstacle and apply the brakes on behalf of the driver (Active Brake Assist is also the only system in this segment that can recognize pedestrians; that's a pretty good selling point).

Optional safety features include, but are not limited to:

• Blind Spot Assist: This feature alerts the driver if there is a vehicle in their blind spot; when driving a vehicle the size of the Sprinter, the blind spot can be extensive, so having this kind of extra help is a huge plus. It also detects when there are vehicles or pedestrians crossing behind the vehicle. 
• 360-Degree Camera: This feature needs no introduction. Drivers will have eyes on all angles around the van, making parking this big van much easier than it would be otherwise. 
• Active Distance Assist Distronic: Even if it doesn't cause an accident, you don't want drivers for your business being a burden to others on the road; this feature automates the distance the car keeps from other vehicles, making sure that everyone is safe and respectful.
• Traffic Sign Assist: The Sprinter knows the speed limits in the area; if a driver has gone a while without seeing a speed limit sign and is not quite sure what speed to keep, the van is already on top of it. Your drivers will be known as the safest and most law-abiding on the road. 
• Active Lane-Keeping Assist: It's simple--stay in your lane. The Sprinter makes sure this happens by giving visual and audible warnings if a driver is drifting and even applies brake pressure to help them get back in line.

Plentiful Upfitting Options

Any time you are using a van (or any vehicle, for that matter) in a professional capacity, one of the key components you'll want to consider is the opportunity to customize the vehicle to your business's specific professional needs; catering companies and landscaping companies are going to have very different needs…transportation services will have even more different needs. With that in mind, one of the best arguments for going with the Sprinter is Mercedes-Benz ExpertSOLUTIONS; this program sees Mercedes-Benz partner with leading upfitter companies (including Knapheide, Driverge, and Auto Truck Group) to transform the Sprinter into more than just a van. You can tailor it with industry-specific features to meet your operational needs.

These features go beyond simply removing seats or installing ladder racks; we're talking refrigeration capabilities, HVAC and plumbing upfits, and even specialty shelving and inventory management for delivery services. The Sprinter isn't just a van that can be used by companies in different industries; it's a vehicle that can be transformed for a variety of industries.

Cost Factors

Comparing the Sprinter to the alternatives, you are likely to save money in several ways. We're not trying to come down on trucks by any means, but in general, a truck is going to be more expensive than a van. With a simple exterior (that can easily be branded for any given business), the Sprinter focuses on functionality, making sure that the cost stays within reason and that every dollar spent is going towards functionality and not towards unnecessary bells and whistles.

With a four-cylinder diesel engine, the Sprinter has an automatic fuel efficiency advantage over non-diesel vehicles; diesel engines give you more bang for your buck by providing more miles per gallon. That part is simple. While some trucks offer diesel engines as well, the combination of a diesel engine with the upfitting features discussed above is something that makes a compelling proposition for any business looking to optimize operations while keeping costs within reason. Further, Mercedes-Benz has designed the Sprinter for an exceptionally long 20,000-mile service interval. That means less time and money spent on keeping your fleet running, and more uptime serving customers.

Making it Happen

People are not always the most excited by vans; from the outside, they can look quite simple and not necessarily as exciting as a truck. But, when you look at the opportunities and features that the Sprinter provides, it really is a great option for companies focused on making business happen. The functionality, the engineering, the focus on safety, and, most unique of all, the opportunity for branding and upfitting make it a really attractive prospect. You'll often see vans, some branded and some unbranded, driving down the streets of Medford, and you may even be tempted to think that there's not much going on with such a vehicle. But, next time you see one, consider that there is probably more going on in there than meets the eye. If you're a business decision-maker, you may be surprised by how much potential you could unlock with the Sprinter.