A new Sprinter van is a meaningfully different vehicle from one built even five years ago. The current generation added a modern touchscreen infotainment system with voice control, a long list of driver-assistance features borrowed from the passenger car line, quieter cabin insulation, and powertrain options that include both a turbodiesel and a gas four-cylinder. For anyone moving people or gear, the practical result is a van that is easier to drive, safer in crosswinds, and far more comfortable over long days.
Whether you're shopping or renting, the choices that matter most are the same: series (1500, 2500, or 3500), wheelbase, roof height, and seating layout. This page walks through each one, then explains how to get behind the wheel of a late-model Sprinter without buying it.
Everything here is booked through My Van Rentals — the largest van rental platform in the United States, so you get one quote, one contract, and one support line no matter which city you're in.
What's new on the current Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
- MBUX touchscreen infotainment with natural-voice control and smartphone mirroring
- Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Crosswind Assist
- Standard rear-view camera with available 360-degree parking view
- Improved cabin insulation and a quieter ride at highway speed
- Diesel and gas powertrain options, with rear- or all-wheel drive
- Fleet telematics for operators tracking mileage and maintenance
Choosing a series: 1500, 2500, or 3500
The series number tracks payload and gross vehicle weight rating, not size. The 1500 is the lightest and cheapest to run; the 2500 is the volume seller and the right pick for most passenger and cargo use; the Mercedes-Benz 3500 Sprinter carries the most weight and is what converters use for heavy luxury builds, ambulances, and shuttles running full loads every day.
- 1500 — lightest duty, best fuel economy, light cargo and camper builds
- 2500 — the all-rounder: passenger vans, crew vans, most conversions
- 3500 — dual rear wheels available, highest payload, heavy conversions and shuttles
Roof height and wheelbase
High-roof Sprinters let most adults stand upright inside — the single biggest comfort difference for passengers loading, unloading, and moving around at stops. Standard-roof vans fit in more parking garages but require ducking. Wheelbase determines how much floor length you get behind the second row, which is what decides whether a 15-seat layout leaves any luggage space at all.
Rent a new Sprinter instead of buying one
New Sprinters are expensive to buy, insure, store, and maintain, and depreciation starts the day you sign. Renting a late-model Sprinter through our network gives you the current-generation safety tech and interior for the days you actually need it, with insurance handled and a single upfront quote that includes your city's tax.
Every listing shows real photos of the actual vehicle, its model year, and its exact seating layout — so you know what's arriving before you book.
New Sprinter van — frequently asked questions
How much does a new Sprinter van cost?
New Mercedes-Benz Sprinters typically start in the mid-$50,000s for a basic cargo configuration and climb well past $80,000 for a high-roof passenger van with options. Luxury conversions add six figures on top.
Is a new Sprinter van hard to drive?
No. It drives like a tall van, not a truck, and the current generation includes crosswind assist, blind spot monitoring, and a rear camera. A standard driver's license is all you need for passenger models in the US.
Which new Sprinter is best for passengers?
A high-roof 2500 passenger van is the sweet spot — standing room, 12 factory seats, and enough rear space for luggage. Go to a 3500 if you need 15 seats or a heavy conversion.
Can I rent a new Sprinter van?
Yes. Late-model Sprinters are available across our nationwide network, self-drive or with a chauffeur, by the day, week, or month.
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