The Mercedes-Benz Van Range
Mercedes-Benz builds the mid-size Vito and the large Sprinter. The Sprinter comes in more weight, length, and drive options than most large vans, including 4x4, which is why so many specialist bodies are built on it.Â
Comparison table (panel van figures; check each vehicle's listing, as they vary by year, length, roof and drive)
Model | Size | Load length (mm) | Load volume (m³) | Payload (kg) | Best for |
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Vito | Mid-size (1-tonne) | 2,586–3,061 | 5.8–6.9 | up to approx. 1,370 | Trades, multi-drop |
Sprinter | Large | 2,732–4,810 | 7.8–17 | 878–2,416 (3.5t to 5t) | Builders, conversions, off-road sites |
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
The Sprinter is Mercedes-Benz's large van and makes up most of our Mercedes stock. It's available in 3.5, 3.8, and 5 tonnes, in four lengths, with front-, rear-, or four-wheel drive.
- Panel vans with up to 17m³ of load space
- Dropsides, tippers and Lutons with tail lifts
- 4x4 versions for muddy sites and rural access
- Specialist bodies: welfare mess units, glass-frame vans and minibuses
Mercedes-Benz Vito
The Vito is Mercedes-Benz's mid-size van, sized between a compact van and the Sprinter for trades who want a premium cab without the bulk.
- Compact, long and extra-long lengths, with up to 6.9 m³ of load space
- Front- or rear-wheel drive depending on engine
- Available with the 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic
Which Mercedes-Benz Van Is Right for You?
Start with what you carry and where you drive; the table matches common jobs to the right van.
Your need | Best Mercedes-Benz | Why |
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Tools and materials, mostly on-road | Vito | 1-tonne class payload in a mid-size van |
Long items like pipes or timber | Sprinter L3 or L4 | Load lengths of 4.4m to 4.8m |
Large or bulky loads | Sprinter L3/L4 high roof | Up to 17m³ of load space |
Heavier payloads | Sprinter 5-tonne (5-series) | Payloads up to about 2.4 tonnes; C1 licence needed |
Off-road sites, farms, forestry | Sprinter 4x4 | Four-wheel drive, with low range on some models |
Aggregates or green waste | Sprinter tipper or 4x4 arborist tipper | Tipping body empties loads without hand-unloading |
Furniture or palletised goods | Sprinter Luton with tail lift | Box body for volume; tail lift for heavy items |
Site welfare | Sprinter welfare mess unit | Seating, facilities and toilet for site crews |
Glazing work | Sprinter glass-frame van | External racks carry glass panels safely |
Moving a large group | Sprinter minibus | Up to 14 seats in our ex-MoD 4x4s |
Not sure which suits you? Our team can talk you through the options and the vans we have in stock.
Finance and Warranty OptionsÂ
We offer flexible finance on every used Mercedes-Benz van, whether you're a sole trader, a limited company or running a fleet. Options include Hire Purchase (HP), Lease Purchase (LP), and Contract Hire, so you can spread the cost in the way that suits your business. An extended warranty is also available, so you're covered if anything goes wrong after you drive away.
Choose Ideal Commercials for Your Mercedes-Benz Van
From our Hampshire site in West Meon, we've helped businesses across the South East find the right commercial vehicle. Every Mercedes-Benz van comes with finance and warranty options, and we offer part-exchange and coachbuilding to fit your van to the job.Â
Mercedes-Benz FAQs
Which Mercedes-Benz van is best for my business? +
The best Mercedes-Benz van for your business depends on your load and where you work. The Vito suits trades carrying tools and materials, while the Sprinter suits bigger loads, specialist bodies and, in 4x4 form, off-road sites.
What do Sprinter model numbers mean? +
Sprinter model numbers start with the weight class: 3 means 3.5 tonnes, 4 means 3.8 tonnes and 5 means 5 tonnes. The last two digits relate to engine power, so a 316 is a 3.5-tonne van with a more powerful engine than a 314.
Can I drive a 5-tonne Sprinter on a car licence? +
No, you can't drive a 5-tonne Sprinter on a standard category B car licence, which covers vehicles up to 3,500kg. You need category C1, which covers 3,500kg to 7,500kg. Check your licence entitlements on GOV.UK.
Can I get finance on a used Mercedes-Benz van? +
Yes, you can get finance on any used Mercedes-Benz van we sell. We offer Hire Purchase, Lease Purchase and Contract Hire for sole traders, limited companies and fleets.
Do you offer warranty on used Mercedes-Benz vans? +
Yes, we offer an extended warranty on our used Mercedes-Benz vans, so you're covered if something goes wrong after purchase. Our team can explain the cover options when you buy.
Are your Mercedes-Benz vans ULEZ compliant? +
Whether our Mercedes-Benz vans are ULEZ compliant depends on their emissions standard. Diesel vans must meet Euro 6, which generally applies to vans registered from September 2016 onward. Check each listing or ask us to confirm.
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