Mercedes-Benz has sold two vans in the United States: the full-size Sprinter and the midsize Metris. Inside, they aim at different problems. The Sprinter gives you standing height, a flat floor, and up to 12 factory seats. The Metris trades that height for a footprint that fits in a residential garage and seats up to eight.
This page compares what it's actually like inside each, then explains what changes when a converter turns a Sprinter into an executive or luxury cabin.
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Sprinter interior at a glance
- About 6 ft 4 in of standing height in high-roof models
- Flat floor with a walkable center aisle
- Up to 12 factory seats, 15 in extended shuttle builds
- Real rear luggage bay in 12-seat configurations
- The platform used for nearly every luxury van conversion
Metris interior at a glance
- Seated-height cabin, more like a large minivan
- Up to 8 passengers in the passenger configuration
- Fits standard garages and parking structures easily
- Better fuel economy for smaller groups and city work
Which one you actually want
For six to eight people on short urban runs, a Metris is easier to park and cheaper to operate. For nine or more, for anyone with luggage, or for anything longer than a couple of hours, the Sprinter's height and seat count win clearly.
Inside a converted Mercedes van
Converted Sprinters are a different category again — leather captain's chairs, veneer, entertainment, partitions, and lounge layouts. Read the Maybach Sprinter guide for what a top-tier interior includes.
Inside Mercedes-Benz van — frequently asked questions
How many people fit inside a Mercedes-Benz van?
A Sprinter passenger van seats up to 12 from the factory and up to 15 in extended shuttle builds. A Metris seats up to 8.
Can you stand inside a Mercedes-Benz van?
Inside a high-roof Sprinter, yes. Inside a Metris or a standard-roof Sprinter, no.
Which Mercedes van has the nicest interior?
Converted Sprinters — executive and Maybach-class builds — have by far the most luxurious interiors. Among factory vans, the Sprinter passenger van is the roomiest.
Can I rent one?
Yes. Sprinter passenger vans and executive conversions are available nationwide through our network.
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