2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel

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Rating5.6

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Fullsize Van
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$32,495 - $46,940
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 15, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Numerous available configurations

Slightly expensive

New smaller fuel tank

Loads of interior space

Upgraded features

AWD is available

Efficient diesel engines

Specs & Features

$36,495

price

161 hp @ 3800 rpm

horsepower

265 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

2.1L 4cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world of Cargo Vans, the 2016 Mercedes Sprinter Diesel Cargo Van is a well-known name. Belonging to the fullsize van segment, the Mercedes Sprinter Diesel Cargo Van competes with the Chevrolet Express 2500 Diesel Cargo Van, and the GMC Savana 2500 Diesel Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around an MSRP of $36,495. With 4 trims on offer, prices reach around $44,710. Traditionally offered bareboned, Cargo Vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The Sprinter Diesel Cargo Van too can be equipped with packages such as Premium Appearance Package, Active Safety Plus Package, or Driver Comfort Package along with different wheelbases and roof height options, improving either form or function. The standard engine on offer is a 2.1L turbocharged inline-4 diesel engine mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. This engine maintains a combined MPG of 15 while making 161 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 3.0L diesel V6 engine. This engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission, making 188 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque.

Buying Advice

Cargo Vans are entirely utility-oriented, so we recommend you select the trim that fits your needs. Our recommendation is the 3500 variant if you are dealing with heavy workloads.

Trims

    2500
    $36,495 onwards
    • Engine: 2.1L 4cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 161 hp @ 3800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 265 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 11.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    3500
    $41,445 onwards
    • Engine: 2.1L 4cyl 7A
    • Horsepower: 161 hp @ 3800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 265 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 12.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Worker
    $32,495 onwards
    • Engine: 2.1L 4cyl 7A
    • Horsepower: 161 hp @ 3800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 265 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 12.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

Compare to similar cars

Price

$32,495- $46,940

Engine

diesel

Rating

5.57

Horsepower

188 hp @ 3800 rpm

Torque

325 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

Capacity

12

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$30,960- $43,995

Gasoline

7.52

275 hp @ 6000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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$20,870- $21,760

Gasoline

7.43

131 hp @ 5200 rpm

139 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

2

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$29,865- $38,275

Gasoline

6.98

280 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm

2

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2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    11.9 sec19.3 sec130 mph
    7.9 sec--
    8.1 sec--
    11.1 sec19.2 sec95 mph

    2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      21 mpg24 mpg23 mpg24.5 gal.-
      24 mpg26 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.348/377 mi.
      15 mpg19 mpg17 mpg26 gal.-
      ---24 gal.-

      2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        233.3 in.79.7 in.94.5 in.8 in.144.3 in.
        219.9 in.81.3 in.100.8 in.6 in.129.9 in.
        195 in.80.7 in.88.7 in.6.9 in.118 in.
        186.3 in.68.1 in.73.7 in.6.5 in.115.2 in.

        2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          319.1 cu.ft.155.3 cu.ft.319.1 cu.ft.
          315 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.
          283 cu.ft.-67 cu.ft.
          122.7 cu.ft.88 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.

          2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            104.6 cu.ft.319.1 cu.ft.319.1 cu.ft.74 ft.
            100.7 cu.ft.315 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.-
            41.8 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.-
            67 cu.ft.283 cu.ft.67 cu.ft.-

            2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Diesel vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              5000 lbs.3512 lbs.5038 lbs.
              7500 lbs.3550 lbs.4998 lbs.
              5100 lbs.3999 lbs.4552 lbs.
              -1480 lbs.3252 lbs.

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