2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Review

Name: 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Price Range: $27,850 - $79,990

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 144" WB Cargo Van Exterior

The 2022 Sprinter is one of the best large vans that money can buy. It has acres of cargo and passenger space, secure handling, clear visibility and plenty of customization options. Our test van had a few drawbacks, such as underwhelming acceleration and an unsatisfying base stereo, but we'd still recommend the Sprinter to anyone looking for a refined and utilitarian van.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Review

Pros

Excellent interior space with a true walk-through cabin
Hundreds of passenger and cargo configurations and features
Fairly maneuverable for its size
High-class, high-tech interior is uncommon among vans

Cons

Typically costs more than rival full-size vans
Four-cylinder engines feel underpowered for this vehicle size

What's new

The Sprinter carries over with only minor changes
Part of the third Sprinter generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

2/9/2022

Whether it's for hauling cargo, carrying passengers or just going on a family camping trip, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is at the ready. This full-size van offers a cavernous cargo capacity and more variations and customization options than we care to count, but it also offers plenty of modern technology and refinement. As a bonus, the Sprinter is available with both gasoline and torquey diesel engines as well as all-wheel drive.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
2500 144" WB Cargo Cargo Van
$31,444
good price
$6,555 below market
- 8,457 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, rental vehicle
- 2 Seats
- Auto Buying Service (18 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- USB Inputs
- Stability Control
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Located in Fairfax, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: W1Y4DBHY2NT103191
Stock: ABS6087
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-28-2023
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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
2500 144" WB Cargo Cargo Van
$24,795
great price
$3,318 below market
- 112,429 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
- 2 Seats
- Iconic Autos (34 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- USB Inputs
- Stability Control
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Located in Sykesville, MD
DIESEL. Looks runs and drives like brand new. Give Us A Call (240)-223-2863 Send Us An E-Mail conicAutosMD@Gmail.com, Or Go To Our Site www.IconicAuto...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: W1Y4EBHY5NT099893
Stock: C099893
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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The Ford Transit is another modern van that essentially matches the versatility, comfort and capabilities of the Sprinter, while the Ram ProMaster offers a more utilitarian take on the modern van, albeit at a lower price. If a full-size van isn't going to fit into your life, let alone your driveway, compact vans like the Ford Transit Connect and Mercedes-Benz Metris offer plenty of customization options and are generally easier to drive around town. To see if the capabilities of the Sprinter are a match for your business or lifestyle, read our Expert Rating below.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Travis Langness

Average

7.4

out of 10

We drove the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7/10

How does the Sprinter drive? We tested a 2500-series passenger van with the base gasoline-powered four-cylinder engine. Getting around town is easy thanks to its well-tuned automatic transmission and easy off-the-line power delivery. But 188 hp just isn't enough to get this van moving with any authority, and that's especially the case if you've got a heavy load or you're going up a grade. We recommend upgrading to the turbodiesel V6.

Our van's brakes were also underwhelming and didn't provide as much stopping confidence as we'd like. Steering and handling, however, lead the class. If you're taking the Scout troop on a mountain retreat, you likely won't have any reservations driving the Sprinter up curvy mountain roads.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the Sprinter? The Sprinter doesn't have typical Mercedes-Benz levels of comfort, but it does lead the passenger van segment when it comes to seat comfort. The ride quality is quite stiff, but a full load of passengers and their stuff will likely settle things down a bit.

This big barn-shaped vehicle makes a bit of noise on the road, especially as the wind passes over the tall windshield and large side mirrors. But there isn't much noise from the road or from the four-cylinder engine, even at full throttle. The climate control system deals with high temps relatively well, which is important for a large group on a road trip.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The Sprinter gets high marks for an abundance of passenger space, a user-friendly control layout and better-than-expected visibility. This generation of Sprinter now comes standard with a rearview camera, which is a big plus, and access to the back rows is relatively easy once you're inside. It's difficult to get in and out of such a tall vehicle, and the driving position isn't perfect, but those aren't deal-breakers.

Shorter drivers will find the driving position to be suboptimal. The driver's seat has height adjustability but it is limited in its range, and the steering wheel is tilt-only — this means you'll have to move pretty far forward if you're of shorter stature.

Technology

6/10

How’s the tech? There isn't much tech on a base Sprinter, which is what we tested. The standard infotainment system doesn't have any voice controls, there is no smartphone integration (other than connecting for Bluetooth audio), and the standard stereo has poor sound quality. Thankfully, there are a few USB-C ports throughout the cabin for charging your devices.

Our recommendation — for tech-savvy buyers anyway — is to upgrade to one of the Sprinter's larger touchscreen displays. The Mercedes MBUX touchscreen system is mostly bundled together in larger packages, using a 7-inch or 10.25-inch touchscreen, and it's paired with features such as wireless smartphone charging, integrated navigation and parking sensors.

Blind-spot monitoring was the only driver aid on our test vehicle. It worked well and didn't issue any false or annoying alerts. Lane keeping assist, parking sensors and other driver aids are also optional, but these weren't equipped on our test van.

Storage

8.5/10

How’s the storage? Few vehicles on Earth are as utilitarian as the Sprinter. Massive cargo space behind the fourth row of seats, a number of D-ring cargo tie-down points, and a low load floor mean you can get large items in and secure them with ease. The underseat storage area is massive too. You truly can carry 12 passengers and all their things if you want.

Car seats will be a bit tougher to load because of the high step-in height, but there's plenty of room between each row and several anchor points to secure them.

Small-item storage is prioritized for the front seats. For some reason Mercedes gives you 10(!) cupholders up front. There are small pullout cupholders for the back rows and netted seatback storage for other items.

While capacity varies based on the configuration, a 2500 Sprinter Passenger van has the potential to provide a class-leading 9,480-pound GVWR and a payload capacity of 3,441 pounds. Only a few competitors match those numbers, and most lag far behind. Maximum towing is 5,000 pounds, an impressive number for the class.

Fuel Economy

7/10

How’s the fuel economy? The 2500 Sprinter Passenger resides in a heavy-duty category that is exempt from EPA fuel economy testing and labeling. The 2.0-liter engine, though, is relatively efficient when you consider how much weight it's pulling around. Our test van returned 17.1 mpg on our 115-mile city-and-highway evaluation route. We expect the diesel powertrain will outperform the base four-cylinder in this category, but it does have a higher cost of entry.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Sprinter a good value? The Sprinter costs a bit more than most rivals but makes up for it with excellent build quality, a great warranty and multiple attractive prepaid service plans. And while our test vehicle van came with limited optional equipment, it's worth noting that Sprinters can get all sorts of impressive upgrades if you're looking to class things up a bit. The 10.25-inch touchscreen with Mercedes' MBUX is a favorite of ours, and given the choice, we'd opt for one of the upgraded stereos as well.

Wildcard

7.5/10

While it isn't extraordinarily classy or fantastically unique, the Sprinter is a bit nicer than your average passenger van. It also has more attractive exterior styling and better on-road dynamics than most, making it more enjoyable to drive in most any scenario.

2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter trim level differences

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a full-size van available in cargo, passenger and crew configurations. All Sprinters come in 144-inch and 170-inch wheelbase lengths, and the longer-wheelbase versions are also available in extra-long cargo and crew configurations. A choice of high roof or standard roof is available on all three configurations.

Which Sprinter trim does Edmunds recommend?

There's a configuration for nearly every type of van buyer and a near endless list of available equipment. If you're going with a 2500 model, we do recommend opting for the diesel-powered V6 since the four-cylinder engines lack sufficient grunt to get this big van moving, especially when fully laden.

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Reliability

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 1.5 out of 5, ranks it #3 out of 3 among Luxury Minivans. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

1.5 out of 5 stars1.5/5Below Average

#3 out of 3 among Luxury Minivans

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$1,114/yr

vs. $1,114/yr
for Average Luxury Minivan

Frequency

4.46x/yr

vs. 3.01x/yr
for Average Luxury Minivan

Severity

19.2%

vs. 14.4%
for Average Luxury Minivan

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 3 years / unlimited miles

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Reviews

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Stay away from Mercedes!

Bad taste in my mouth., 11/30/2021

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 170" WB Crew 3dr Van 4WD w/High Roof (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)

This poor excuse for a vehicle is, once again, in the Mercedes dealer shop for a bad EGR valve. It has been there for 2 months and I just heard it will be at least another 6 months before Mercedes can manufacture the part. They won't even allow us to take the van as it is an emmissions problem. This is the 3rd time for the same issue and each time it has taken at least 2 months to get …

February 2021 update.

ANDY SHELLCROSS, 10/23/2020

2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD 170" WB Crew 3dr Van 4WD DRW w/High Roof (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)

Update: The differential has now been replaced. It is not perfect, but is a solid 75% improvement. Still a little whine but not close to how loud the whine was previously. The axle came so complete, it even had rotors and brake pads attached. The whole complete axle was replaced. Loving the van, still a shame that I had to go 12,000 miles before it was repaired, it took six months but is …

1st van, I'm really liking it! 18-26 mpg, business

Satisfied, MB purest, 10/23/2019

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 170" WB Cargo 3dr Van w/High Roof (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)

Waited for 2019, happy I did. A few warranty items taken care of by dealership. January got gelled up at -30. Lesson learned-only #1 diesel and additive to prevent. Dealership covered my $1500 bill!! Seems reliable and safe for the miles I put on in 4 different states for my business. Note: seems much different than all the Mercedes sedans that I have owned. I shouldn't compare. …

Miserable to drive

Gill, 06/03/2020

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 170" WB Crew 3dr Van w/High Roof (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)

I work for FedEx Express and we have a 2019 version in our fleet, I hate taking the route it is on because I always get stuck with this stupid van, it is an utmost displeasure to drive. Every time you press down the pedal you can count on it sitting still for at least a second and a half to two seconds before it starts to accelerate, there's no consistency either, so it's a big gamble … pulling out into traffic when it's busy. There's no in-between on acceleration either, this thing either rolls along at 2mph or thinks you are giving it the beans, you try for an easy acceleration and it will just sit there while the person behind you is on their brakes thinking you're a giant a-hole for driving so slow. Once you get to speed this thing always hunts around for gears. I am trying to drive in bad traffic and I have to deal with this thing jerking and shaking me around to boot, you can imagine how happy this makes me. Getting in and out of this thing sucks too. I am usually running in and out of this thing all day delivering and after I leave the vehicle it might lock the doors on me or it might not. If I come back and hit the unlock button once it usually won't unlock the doors so I have to lock it and then unlock it to get the locks to open. The buttons on the fob don't work consistently enough to make this an easy step so most of the time I am screwing with the locks for 10 or fifteen seconds every time I enter the vehicle. I enter this vehicle over 100 times a day, you can imagine how frustrating this gets. Starting this thing can also be a huge pain. Most of the time it works, but every so often it will ask me to put the key in the designated spot shown in the manual. I usually hit the locks and it will do the trick, but I hate having to do this when I am trying to get somewhere fast. Sometimes everything will be fine and the ignition will not start after holding down the button but will turn on after I have turned the vehicle off momentarily. After you get it the start and you put it into drive, you have to pull the ebrake button to get the parking brake to disengage. The older sprinters have a lever and it's great, it takes one second to disengage the parking brake. You have to wait like three seconds for this thing to disengage because there's a complex hydraulic brake that has to disengage. It's like catching your shirt on something as you are running. Driving this thing on the highway can be scary sometimes because it tries to correct your steering while changing lanes. I've had it abruptly turn on me while I made a VERY gradual maneuver, the beginning of my merge was exactly the way I intended but halfway through it must have thought I was loosing control because it sharply completed the merge. I hate it when technology is engineered to take control of the vehicle, I NEED TO BE IN CONTROL. The technology is over the top, I just want something I can get around in without having to hop, skip, do a little jig, and say the magic word to drive the vehicle a block down the road and repeat the process 100 times a day. If I wasn't a delivery driver and I needed to purchase a vehicle like this for myself, I'd get an Ford Econoline or something similar. Something with a key. Something that wouldn't cost an arm and a leg to repair. I have no idea why Express is still buying these, they are losing so much money on time spent operating them. Maybe the one we have is a lemon, go out and drive though, it might be right up your alley.

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sprinter since its last redesign.

2022 Sprinter Highlights

Type:

Van

Trim:

1500 144" WB Cargo

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$38,300
Engine Type	Gas
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	319.0 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Sprinter models:

Adaptive Cruise Control: Keeps a set distance behind the car in front of you and brakes automatically when it slows down, adapting to traffic conditions.
Lane Keeping Assist: Monitors lane markings and sends visual and audible warnings if the driver drifts from the lane.
Load-Adaptive Stability Control: Factors in vehicle load and center of gravity and can brake individual wheels and reduce engine power to stabilize the van if wheelspin is detected.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter2500 144" WB Cargo Cargo Van

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter2500 144" WB Cargo Cargo Van

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter trim level differences

Which Sprinter trim does Edmunds recommend?

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Stay away from Mercedes!

February 2021 update.

1st van, I'm really liking it! 18-26 mpg, business

Miserable to drive

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