More and more often, visitors began to come to our website with the question, how many seats are there in Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibuses?

And although the question is the same, the meaning is perhaps completely different.

So visitors may be interested in transportation of passengers from the airport to the city, for example, from Sheremetyevo to Moscow, regular transfer. But this means that each passenger has things and they also need to be delivered to the same address as the passengers, and therefore some are trying to calculate how many seats are needed to transport people, and even luggage.

I’ll dispel these calculations right away. You need order a minibus based on the number of passengers Each of our minibuses has a special luggage space for luggage. If you need to transport up to 14 people with or without luggage, order a 14-seater Mercedes Sprinter minibus. If you need to transport up to 18 people, then also order an 18-seater minibus. An exception is a 20-seater minibus, for transporting up to 20 people; the minibus can accommodate luggage for 16 people.

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The legendary first generation Mercedes Sprinter minibus and van was produced by the German concern Daimler from 1995 to 2006. After which the line migrated to the vastness of Argentina, giving way to the next generation. But even after the assembly line stopped in Buenos Aires, the life of the favorite of millions did not stop. Since 2013, the production of the model has been established in the Russian Nizhny Novgorod, on the territory of the Gorky Automobile Plant. This step gave supporters of the “old school” the opportunity to purchase a completely new Sprinter I as an alternative to more complex and expensive contemporaries. True, already with the prefix Classic in the name.

What is different about the new Russian-assembled Mercedes Sprinter?

The main difference between the new old Sprinter and the original car should be the electronic safety systems, which came from the list of standard equipment of the next generation.

First of all, this is ESP - the exchange rate stabilization system. Thanks to it, it is very difficult to fly off the road in the rain on a rear-wheel drive bus, even if you wanted to. By the way, all-wheel drive transmission is not available even for an additional fee. But it's not a problem. The standard chassis perfectly corrects the pilot's mistakes if, for example, he enters a corner at excessive speed. In this case, the system immediately reduces the fuel supply and, if necessary, brakes certain wheels.

The suspension design was revised especially for the Russian market (and this is against the backdrop of not the best Argentine roads). Firstly, the composite front spring was replaced with a stronger steel one. Secondly, the rear springs acquired third leaves. The shock absorbers and anti-roll bar also needed to be replaced. Thus, the suspension is ideal not only for federal roads and city avenues, but also for outright off-road, country dirt roads.

Photo of the interior (cabin)

The interior trim materials give off a Russian assembly.

The design of the cabin as a whole remains the same, although the domestic plastic is striking. The driver's seat provides good visibility, especially given the thin pillars and traditionally large mirrors, but the seats themselves are a bit flat. Under the two passenger seats there are spacious drawers for various things. A clear advantage of the layout is the linear arrangement of the driver, steering column and pedal assembly. The engine is located longitudinally, and the wheel arch does not interfere with the legs. When you turn the ignition key, the pleasant amber illumination of the instrument panel turns on. The steering wheel does not present any special surprises: it makes more than 3.5 turns from lock to lock, in the basic version it may not have tilt adjustment, and the thin rim is unpleasant to the touch.

Mercedes Sprinter Classic passenger: dimensions and number of seats

The main format of the passenger bus in the Classic line is the city “minibus” in two versions. The first is MRT 17+1, that is, the cabin is designed to seat 17 passengers. The second option is labeled as MRT 20+1 and, accordingly, accommodates three more people, which was made possible by lengthening the cabin.

Dimensions and weight:

• total length – 6590/6995 mm;
• wheelbase – 4025 mm;
• turning diameter – 14.30 m;
• curb weight –2970/3065 kg;
• total weight – 4600 kg.

Possible configurations

Symbol of route transportation in the CIS countries

Basic equipment includes a set of electronic assistants from ESP, ABS, ASR systems. All seats in the passenger compartment are equipped with seat belts by default. A high roof with rails is also standard. To keep the cabin warm in winter, there is an additional heat exchanger. The driver's seat is equipped with power steering and an airbag.

In addition to the bus for urban passenger transportation, there is also an option for charter flights, the so-called Corporate Bus. In terms of dimensions, the body is comparable to a minibus 17+1 (extended), but the spacious interior is designed for 16 passengers. A special feature of the product is the advanced level of equipment, which provides for the presence of: heated mirrors, illuminated thresholds, electric windows (the base contains regular “windows”), improved finishing (there is upholstery in the window openings) and armrests in the passenger compartment.

The tourist bus is offered with two layout options: 16+1 and 19+1 (entrance through the front hinged door). The level of equipment of the Sprinter Classic Tourist is notable for its curtains on the windows, luggage racks with shades and improved seats in which it is comfortable to travel long distances.

All-metal van and cargo with passenger compartment

Utility Mercedes Sprinter Classic

The Sprinter utility vehicle is offered with two wheelbase options. Mixto Type 1 has a wheel spacing of 3550 mm and its body length is 5640 mm. Four fellow travelers can easily fit into the passenger compartment. Moreover, there is plenty of free space, there is even a folding table. Plywood is used to cover the metal and make the partition. The dimensions of the passenger compartment are the same in both cases: 1335x1710x1820 mm. But the trunks are different. The medium-base version is 2030x1685x1818 mm, while the extended Mixto Type 2 (base - 4025 mm, total length - 6590 mm) boasts a trunk stretched by almost a meter - 2980 mm. For transportation of long items, there is a wide closing hatch in the lower part of the plywood partition.

A classic van with a 2+1 cab has external dimensions similar to the cargo-passenger versions. But its benefits are hidden inside.

Parameters of the cargo compartment of a van with an average base of 3550 mm:

• area – 5.2 sq. m;
• volume – 10.4 cubic meters. m;
• loading length – 3265 mm;
• load capacity – 1435 kg.

Parameters of the cargo compartment of a long-wheelbase van (4025 mm):

• area – 7 sq. m;
• volume – 13.4 cubic meters. m;
• loading length – 4215 mm;
• load capacity – 1315 kg.

Engine Specifications

Initially, the model was equipped with only one in-line turbodiesel OM646, the production of which was launched at the facilities of the Yaroslavl Motor Plant. The 2.1 liter CDI engine is not particularly agile, and 109 hp. – frankly not enough for dynamic driving on the highway. The 5-speed “mechanics” does not help this either. But in urban conditions, short gears provide good pickup at the bottom, allowing you to unleash the full potential of 280 Nm. An important advantage of an obsolete unit is its reliability. This is the last Mercedes engine made with a cast iron cylinder block.

After some time, a more powerful diesel engine of the OM646 family with 136 “horses” appeared on the assembly line, producing a torque of up to 320 Nm. This improved the performance of the minibus on a country road, but the elasticity of the engine decreased somewhat. If the maximum thrust of the 311 is available in the range of 1600–2400 rpm, then the 313 CDI has an efficiency level of 1800–2200 rpm. But in general, the engines do not cause any complaints, and the service interval is 20,000 km.

The Mercedes Sprinter from the German company Daimler-Benz is a vehicle from the light-duty truck division. The model is actively used in the commercial field as an assistant for business. The car received various modifications, including: a passenger minibus, a cargo van, a refrigerator and special vehicles. All.

In addition, on the platform of the latest family, the company presented luxury offices and luxury apartments on wheels, which are equipped with the latest technology. The appearance, coupled with the technical component of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, is constantly being improved, which makes this car very popular in the markets of many countries.

The car is equipped with four body options, three wheelbase options and three roof height options, and has twin or single wheels on the rear axle. Load capacity - up to 3,050 kilograms.

Both in European countries and in Russia, the practice of re-equipping and modifying the MB Sprinter on the outside has spread massively. A total of 2 generations of Mercedes Sprinter were produced. Many, despite the new Mercedes Sprinter 515 models released and so on, prefer to use the good old Mercedes Benz Sprinter Classic.

Car history

First generation

The sprinter was introduced in 1995. It was a light-duty truck with a gross vehicle weight of 2,600 to 4,600 kilograms. It was created for multidisciplinary use in various areas - from comfortable passenger transportation to transportation of building materials in enterprises and household plots.

In the list of similar cars, the Mercedes Benz Sprinter stands out for its versatility and efficiency. The platform for building the Sprinter was the base of the T1 light-duty vehicle, which has been very popular since the early 1980s.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first generation

The car managed to not only maintain the high bar of the previous car, but even become more successful. The debut generation was produced in 9 standard trim levels, which included diesel, gasoline engines, and gas equipment.

The development of the machine began back in 1992. Tests of pre-production copies took place over three years at testing grounds in three countries - Germany, France and Spain.

First generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van

The company put all its efforts and all its accumulated experience in light-duty commercial vehicles into production of the Sprinter. The first generation of the small truck was equipped with power units ranging from 80 to 160 horsepower, and the load capacity ranged from 750 kg to 3,500 kg on the 6th series.

The Germans made a significant step forward - they moved away from the dependent suspension design, fundamentally improved handling and reduced the turning radius by 15 percent.

The leaf spring suspension was completely redesigned, using a transverse spring at the front and longitudinal springs with variable thickness at the rear. All this made it possible to increase the suspension life by one and a half times.

Thanks to a bold experiment in introducing a carbon fiber spring into the front suspension, it was possible to fully replace metal elements when designing the 2nd generation Sprinter.

During the development of the steering mechanism, the engineering staff decided to completely abandon the steering gear. Instead, they installed a rack and the obligatory hydraulic power steering wheel.

Thanks to the fastening through silent blocks to the beam, it was possible to reduce noise and increase the already long service life of the vehicle. If we talk about the gearbox, then rubber-metal couplings were no longer used in it.

We decided to use a dual-mass flywheel with an integrated damper. Long-wheelbase vehicles received a design with a pair of outboard bearings. After that, the driveshaft ran for an average of 500,000 kilometers.

The suspension installed in front was created from scratch, because instead of kingpins, shock absorber struts with ball joints were installed, and the upper part had rubber-metal ball joints. The rear suspension was the same as on the T1, only it was modernized.

Photo of the first generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van

Many elements have been time-tested and have proven themselves positively, so they were transferred to the new product with minimal modifications. Changes also affected the outer bearings of axle shafts on axles with single wheels - if previously they were single-row ball bearings, now they are double-row conical.

Due to the fact that the car was planned to be used in various operating conditions, initially the technical equipment set had a locking differential on the rear axle, which was equipped with the option of being activated in automatic mode.

Photo of the first generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus

A little later, models with an all-wheel drive system saw the light of day. These were cars that had a front axle, and models that were equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system with a reduction gear in the transfer case.

The first generation managed to take home the Van of the Year award, which was awarded to it in its first year of production.

Such a successful start was followed by an equally successful continuation, as eloquently evidenced by the number of copies produced (about 500,000 units), which almost doubled the total circulation of T1s produced. Initially, the car was sold only in European countries.

Different Sprinter models were equipped with three power units of 2.3 and 2.9 liters with turbocharging, which operated on diesel fuel.

In addition, a petrol variation of the 2.3-liter engine was provided. All power units are synchronized with 5-speed gearboxes - automatic and manual.

Front view of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first generation

Now the power unit had the Common Rail direct injection function. More cars of this release received a single CDI index. In addition, specialists have introduced an electronic motion stabilization system into the equipment of their own cars.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1995

The following year, 2001, the car went on sale in the markets of North America and Japan. In the United States of America, the minibus/van was produced under the name Freightliner Sprinter, and in Japan - the Mercedes-Benz Transporter T1N.

Another 2 years later (in 2003), the German company decided to enter into an agreement with the American company Dodge on the joint production of this car, which has since been sold on the North American market under the name Dodge Sprinter.

Photo of a 1997 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

In total, over the 11 years of production of the first generation, 1,300,000 Sprinter vehicles were sold. Also in 2003, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter underwent another improvement, which affected most of the model's appearance.

In addition, as a result of the introduction of fresh high-tech power units and high-quality electronics into the lineup, the minibus has become more dynamic and “smarter,” having acquired real intelligence from the engineers.

Second generation

The second family of famous cars was introduced in Europe in 2006. Fans saw the car in six body styles - a minibus, a van, flatbed versions with two and four doors. In addition, a distinctive feature of the second family was the presence of a choice of three types of wheel bases.

The model with the shortest platform received 3,000 millimeters, with 5,070 millimeters in length and 1,933 millimeters in width. The turning radius was 11.2 meters. The longest wheelbase of the Sprinter is 4,025 millimeters, and the average is 3,550 millimeters.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter second generation

Changes also affected the exterior of the body. For example, a chrome-plated steel radiator grille, massive bumpers, neatly shaped headlights, “muscular type” wheel arches, and large air intakes appeared, which allowed the car to look more brutal and solid.

As mentioned earlier, the van received, in addition to everything, a stability control system, a hydraulic power steering wheel and electric windows. For many car enthusiasts, this is the well-known Mercedes Sprinter Classic.

Photo of the second generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

The most powerful was the 3.5-liter gasoline engine, which produced 285 horsepower. It is synchronized with a 5-speed automatic transmission and also has rear-wheel drive.

In urban areas, such a powerful engine requires about 17.3 liters per 100 kilometers, and when driving on the highway, consumption drops to 10.3 liters per hundred.

But the most “representative” power unit from the diesel line is a three-liter 190-horsepower engine, which also has a rear-wheel drive system, but is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Restyling 2013

Exterior

In the fall (September) 2013, the German company made a restyling for one of the most popular utility vehicles, which this time affected the appearance of the car and its safety systems.

The most noticeable innovations include the presence of an updated design of the bow body, which includes a new radiator grille and headlights, the style of which is reminiscent of passenger cars from a German company. On top of that, the vehicle received a unique hood and an upgraded front lighting system.

Updated Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

It was possible to achieve increased resistance to side winds thanks to the modified ground clearance, which became 3 centimeters less. To make the visual perception of the car special, a design team led by Laurent Boulay was involved in the work, who did everything possible to endow the Mercedes with features atypical for this class.

The body shape has undergone changes and has become more streamlined than its predecessor. In addition, the model has a large U-shaped radiator grille, where there are two wide chrome “ribs” dividing it horizontally. The headlights have become larger and have a diamond-shaped appearance with rounded corners.

Minibus Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2013

The hood is now more prominent, convex, and there are two ventilation holes on the top side. The front bumper has changed structurally - it now has a wide air intake in the center in the form of an inverted trapezoid and teardrop-shaped holes on the sides in which foglights are installed.

The design of the side and rear doors has also undergone changes - they have increased in size and received streamlined shapes. The glass area has become larger due to larger side windows and U-shaped windows on the rear doors.

Side view of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

The side of the body is endowed with a stamping that is fashionable today, which smoothly expands from the side doors in front, passes through the rear body and stops at the doors installed at the rear.

Restyling introduced wide plastic protective elements in the form of a body kit along the entire perimeter of the body. The appearance of the rear lights has improved; they are now larger, but remain in a vertical position.

Interior

The interior of the modernized car was also significantly transformed. The driver's workplace now looks completely different. We installed a new instrument panel under a large hemispherical visor. The “tidy” has a massive tachometer and speedometer, between which there is a neat small “window” of the on-board computer.

The steering wheel has a medium size and four spokes. A massive rectangular console was installed on the central part, into which a transmission shift lever was placed on the driver’s side. The seats are adjustable longitudinally and vertically. Top configurations have the function of adjusting the lumbar support.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter interior

The upper part of the console has a compartment for various small things, and below it is a block of a multimedia system with a wide screen. The bottom of the console is intended for the climate system settings unit and service buttons.

The upper right part of the dashboard is occupied by a deep niche where you can put various papers. Below it is a spacious glove compartment. The engineering team has improved the design of the driver and passenger seats.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter interior

All seats have active head restraints and seat belts. Passengers can get inside the cabin using the side or middle sliding door. The luggage compartment has a modest volume of 140 liters with a nine-seat interior layout.

The interior space of the car has become significantly better. The interior is now more elegant and stylish thanks to an abundance of chrome elements, and the seats have excellent, practical high-quality upholstery.

Photo of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter interior

The steering column has a “chubby” shape that many drivers like. Therefore, the ergonomic component of the steering column has increased significantly. You can't help but notice the more modern audio and navigation systems.

Specifications

Power unit

If we talk about technical equipment, and more specifically, engines, they remain the same. Although the power units remained the same size, they underwent minor modifications that allowed the vehicles to meet stringent Euro-6 environmental standards. There are a pair of 2.1-liter turbocharged diesel engines producing 109 and 150 horsepower.

Engine Mercedes-Benz Sprinter City

The gasoline version also received 2 versions - for 56 and 258 “horses”. A large percentage of toxic gases are neutralized by injecting urea into the catalyst. This innovation was named BlueEFFICIENCY and gave the car a chance to be a contender for the title of the first car that fully complies with the environmental standards of the “new era”.

Engine Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Worker

The consumption of the power unit as standard is as follows: in the city 15.8 - 16.3 liters per 100 km, on the highway 10.7-11.2 liters per 100 kilometers, and the combined consumption is 13.3-13.8 liters per every 100 kilometers.

Transmission

Diesel engines are synchronized with a 6-speed EcoGear manual transmission, while gasoline engines come with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. After some time, they began to install a 7-speed automatic transmission 7g-Tronic Plus. The car has rear-wheel drive/all-wheel drive.

Passenger modifications of cars and vans were included in the restyling, and this eloquently indicates that most Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cars will continue to be in demand and popular among buyers in many countries around the world.

It would not be superfluous to remind you that the updated 2013 Sprinter will be produced at the Gorky Automobile Plant. Hence the reduction in their price by 20% from the cost of those produced in European countries.

Safety

The German company paid maximum attention to the issue of safety in its modernized version of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The engineering staff did their best and equipped the model with a large number of relevant systems and electronic assistants.

For example, the Crosswind Assist function, which allows you to provide auxiliary protection against side winds by automatically activating the braking devices. Also, as a separate option, the Highbeam Assist system (high beam adaptation), Collison Prevention Assist (prevents collisions) and Blind Spot Assist (lane change assistant) are installed.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2017

The Sprinter is now equipped with another protective function, which automatically causes the vehicle's brake lights to flicker during emergency braking at a speed limit of 50 km/h. If emergency braking occurs at a speed limit of 70 km/h, the system automatically turns on the hazard warning lights.

As mentioned above, considerable emphasis was placed on active safety, since working at full load and in extreme conditions requires extreme performance. Installation of front and side airbags is provided.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter rear view

This light-duty vehicle has a whole range of systems responsible for ensuring the proper level of safety for the life and health of passengers. There are disc brakes on all wheels, which work perfectly even during sharp braking of a fully loaded vehicle.

Equipment includes ABS/ABD. As a separate option, the ASR traction control system is installed along with ABS, which helps prevent wheel slipping and guarantees confident traction on wet and slippery road surfaces.

Photo of the updated Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

For use in difficult conditions, there are versions that disable the all-wheel drive system. They did not forget to provide a Duo-Servo hydraulic parking brake for the rear wheels, which operates independently of the service brake.

The new product has good deformation characteristics - thanks to the reinforced design of the nose of the frame, it takes on most of the impact force during a frontal collision.

To better secure the car, you can install airbags in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for the driver and the passenger sitting next to it, and three-point seat belts on all seats.

Crash test

The new model has passed three types of frontal crash tests. The first is mandatory, according to ECE R12 standards. It is necessary to accelerate the car to a speed of 48.3 kilometers per hour and hit a hard barrier.

In addition, the Germans tested their minibus according to ECe R94 standards - at a speed of 56 km/h there is a collision with a deformable barrier with a 40% overlap. The company also simulated an accident in the city - a speed of 15 km/h, a rigid barrier without overlap.

According to the developers, they managed to improve the passive safety of the vehicle. During an impact, the Sprinter's steering column folds in three areas at once. Airbags fire not only from the front, but also from the side panels (where they can be built in upon request).

The front suspension subframe is capable of “breaking out” of specially designed fasteners and bending. The front ends of the side members begin to compress like an accordion, which allows them to absorb the force of the collision.

Interestingly, Mercedes specialists have specially developed replaceable side member elements that are mounted and welded to replace the flattened ones. According to the crash test, it became clear that during an impact they behave no worse than those installed by default.

Options and prices

If we take the average cost of a German car in the back of a van, then a model assembled on the territory of the Russian Federation will cost from 1,170,000 rubles for standard equipment. The price of the “top” variation of the “Corporate Bus” version will start at 1,590,000 rubles. Passenger modifications are priced from 1,450,000 rubles.

• A van with a wheelbase of 3,550 or 4,025 mm costs from RUB 1,220,000;
• Minibus taxi models with 17+1 seats in stock configuration – from 1,458,000 rubles, in the “Advanced” version – 1,483,000 rubles;
• The minibus version for 20+1 seats costs from 1,544,000 rubles.

On the secondary market, for 2014-2015 models you will need to pay from 1,300,000 rubles. Copies from 2008-2009 are naturally priced cheaper - from 700,000 rubles.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2015

Do not forget that buying a car in a cargo version is much better than buying a passenger version. This is quite easy to explain - passenger variants are distinguished by a special method of operation - they are used as a minibus, therefore they have more operating time in the acceleration/braking mode. Vans are operated in a more gentle manner.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of the car

• Thanks to the latest restyling, the car looks more stylish and modern;
• Improved front optics;
• Pleasant stylish body lines;
• There are modifications with an all-wheel drive system;
• Improved power units;
• Large selection of car modifications;
• There are various engines and gearboxes to choose from;
• Various electronic systems designed to assist in driving;
• Good security;
• Improved car interior;
• Good dynamic characteristics;
• High-quality assembly;
• Long-term operation of many elements of technical equipment;
• Moderate fuel consumption;
• The back of the van is convenient for transporting a variety of cargo;
• Ergonomic interior;
• There is a color display on the center console;
• Good handling;
• Prevalence of spare parts;
• Capacity;
• Reliable suspension.

Cons of the car

• High price of spare parts
• Poor corrosion resistance;
• Fuel requirements;
• It is inconvenient to use rear-wheel drive options in winter;
• Poor noise insulation.

Let's sum it up

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is actively used for commercial purposes and as a business assistant. Even the very first generation of cars was extremely popular among drivers in many countries. German quality has always attracted buyers. The Sprinter is quite mobile, versatile, and can be used for many purposes.

At the same time, it has good dynamic performance and does not consume much fuel. Recent upgrades have significantly improved the model, giving it a more modern appearance, improving the interior and increasing the level of safety.

Mercedes-Benz cars last a long time, and the Sprinter is no exception. If you follow all maintenance requirements and operate your vehicle correctly, it can serve you for a long time without significant breakdowns.

Video review

Anyone who does not have a personal vehicle or is trying to save on fuel to travel around the city or between cities is faced with the phenomenon of a minibus. They first appeared on the roads of the CIS countries in the 60s. It is no secret that such trips used to cause a little fear, but everything changed in the early 2000s, when the usual Gazelkas and Bogdans began to be replaced by foreign vans from Ford, Volkswagen and Mercedes Benz, albeit used ones.

New generations

The undying fame of the Sprinter forced the developers to postpone the development of other vans several times. The Sprinter itself has undergone several serious modifications, allowing us to call them not just another update, but a new generation. True, according to the latest official data, Sprinter will soon leave Germany, and the assembly will move overseas - to Argentina. But Russian consumers shouldn’t worry too much.

In 2013, the Germans signed an agreement with the GAZ group, and new cars will be assembled in Nizhny Novgorod. We will find out very soon how well this will suit the legendary Sprinter. For now, according to the plant, YaMZ will be installed on the car, and the wide range of bodies will be greatly reduced. Two modifications are announced - a 20-seater minibus and an all-metal cargo van.

Exterior Mercedes Sprinter Classic passenger

The car was endowed with features uncharacteristic for this class, making the body shape more streamlined. The main headlights are larger in size and have a diamond shape. The bumper was completely transformed, equipped with foglights and a wide air intake. Changes also occurred in the design of the doors; they were made larger, giving them a streamlined shape. Side parts Mercedes Sprinter Classic passenger covered with stylistic stampings that go around the stern and go to the rear doors. The lanterns have also changed, becoming quite large in size.

Minibus interior

The steering wheel was small, equipped with 4 spokes, and the massive console was equipped with a gearshift lever. The upper part is equipped with a box for small items, under which there is a wide multimedia display. The lower part is occupied by functional buttons. True, despite the fact that Mercedes Sprinter Classic 311 cdi Russian assembly reviews has quite good, trunk volumes leave much to be desired. It is designed for only 140 liters.

What is different about the new Russian-assembled Mercedes Sprinter?

The main difference between the new old Sprinter and the original car should be the electronic safety systems, which came from the list of standard equipment of the next generation. First of all, this is ESP - the exchange rate stabilization system. Thanks to it, it is very difficult to fly off the road in the rain on a rear-wheel drive bus, even if you wanted to. By the way, all-wheel drive transmission is not available even for an additional fee. But it's not a problem. The standard chassis perfectly corrects the pilot's mistakes if, for example, he enters a corner at excessive speed.

In this case, the system immediately reduces the fuel supply and, if necessary, brakes certain wheels. The suspension design was revised especially for the Russian market (and this is against the backdrop of not the best Argentine roads). Firstly, the composite front spring was replaced with a stronger steel one. Secondly, the rear springs acquired third leaves. The shock absorbers and anti-roll bar also needed to be replaced. Thus, the suspension is ideal not only for federal roads and city avenues, but also for outright off-road, country dirt roads.

Equipment for the Mercedes Sprinter passenger car

1	Full body glazing (glued glass).
2	Thermal and noise insulation of ceilings, floors, doors, walls.
3	Ventilation emergency metal hatch.
4	Interior lighting.
5	Passenger seats with high backrest (upholstery in ruffled fabric) with seat belts.
6	Interior decoration: plastic composite panels.
7	Interior heater of antifreeze type, 8 kW with flow distribution to 3 deflectors.
8	Plywood flooring + anti-slip flooring.
9	Rear door locking device.
10	Interior handrails.
11	Side stand.
12	Exhaust system.
13	Emergency hammers (2 pieces).
14	The electric sliding door drive is rack and pinion.

Car interior diagram

Depending on the vehicles that are used for conversion into vehicles for transporting passengers, the InvestAvto special vehicles plant offers the following interior layout options.

Note:

The number of seats is seats in the cabin + seats next to the driver (in the cabin) + driver’s seat
Seat dimensions:

Length: 540 mm
Width: 410 mm
Depth: 410 mm

Foreign cars

Options for car interior layout for transporting passengers based on length L4(long wheelbase with increased rear overhang).

Option 1.	Option 2.	Option 3.	Option 4.	Option 5.	Option 6.
Number of places: 16+2+1	Number of places: 17+2+1	Number of places: 17+2+1	Number of places: 14+2+1	Number of places: 15+2+1	Number of places: 18+2+1
Options for car interior layout for transporting passengers based on lengths L3 and L2.
Length L3 (base length)			Length L2 (medium base)
Option 1.	Option 2.		Option 1.	Option 2.
Number of places: 14+2+1	Number of places: 15+2+1		Number of places: 11+2+1	Number of places: 12+2+1

Mercedes Sprinter base car

Specifications

Smoothly adjustable heating and ventilation system with 4-stage fan control and two additional fan settings. deflectors to distribute fresh air

Easy loading thanks to rear hinged doors with an opening angle of up to 180°

Driver's seat with a wide range of adjustments for optimal positioning

Steering with rack and pinion mechanism and hydraulic booster

Central locking with remote control

16-inch tires size 235/65 R 16 (for the 3.5 t GVW version)

Two-way adjustable headrests with fabric upholstery on all seats

ADAPTIVE ESP® incl. ABS, Traction Control (ASR), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBV) and Brake Assist System (BAS)

Adaptive brake lights

Airbag (driver)

Recoil system for cars with automatic transmission

Three-point seat belts in all seats, for the driver's seat and single front passenger seat - with pretensioners and limiters

Independent front wheel suspension

Burnt out lamp warning system

Front suspension stabilizer (for the 3.0 t version - as an option)

Adjusting the headlight range

Laminated safety windshield

Body	Extended	Extra long
Wheelbase, mm	4 325	4 325
High roof
	14,0	15,5
Load capacity (kg)	1 260 – 2 510	1 210 – 2 465
Gross weight (kg)	3 500 – 5 000	3 500 – 5 000
Extra high roof
Cargo space volume, (m 3)	15,5	17,0
Load capacity (kg)	1 230 – 2 480	1 180 – 2 435
Gross weight (kg)	3 500 – 5 000	3 500 – 5 000

Engines	OM 642 DE30LA	OM 646 DE22LA	M 271 E 18 ML
Number of cylinders	6	4	4
Cylinder arrangement	V 72°	in-line	in-line
Number of valves	4	4	4
Working volume (cm 3)	2.987	2.148	1.796
Power (kW/hp) at rpm.	135/184 at 3800	65/88 at 3800	115/156 at 5000
Rated Torque (Nm)	400	220	240
Cargo space volume, (m 3)		11,5	15,5
Type of fuel	diesel	diesel	super class gasoline
Tank capacity (l)	ok 75	ok 75	approx 100
Fuel system	microprocessor direct injection system with common rail power supply system, turbocharging and charge air cooling		microprocessor injection
Battery (V/Ah)	12/ 100	12/ 74	12/ 74
Generator (V/A)	14/ 180	14/ 90	14/ 150
Drive unit	rear 4x2, full 4x4	rear 4x2	rear 4x2

Mercedes Sprinter Classic passenger: dimensions and number of seats

Photos of passenger seats in the cabin of the Mercedes Sprinter Classic The main format of the passenger bus in the Classic line is a city “minibus” in two versions. The first is MRT 17+1, that is, the cabin is designed to seat 17 passengers. The second option is labeled as MRT 20+1 and, accordingly, accommodates three more people, which was made possible by lengthening the cabin. Overall dimensions and weight: total length – 6590/6995 mm; wheelbase – 4025 mm; turning diameter – 14.30 m; curb weight –2970/3065 kg; total weight – 4600 kg.

Engine Specifications

Under the hood is a hard-working engine. Initially, the model was equipped with only one in-line turbodiesel OM646, the production of which was established at the facilities of the Yaroslavl Motor Plant. The 2.1 liter CDI engine is not particularly agile, and 109 hp. – frankly not enough for dynamic driving on the highway. The 5-speed “mechanics” does not help this either. But in urban conditions, short gears provide good pickup at the bottom, allowing you to unleash the full potential of 280 Nm. An important advantage of an obsolete unit is its reliability. This is the last Mercedes engine made with a cast iron cylinder block. After some time, a more powerful diesel engine of the OM646 family with 136 “horses” appeared on the assembly line, producing a torque of up to 320 Nm.

This improved the performance of the minibus on a country road, but the elasticity of the engine decreased somewhat. If the maximum thrust of the 311 is available in the range of 1600–2400 rpm, then the 313 CDI has an efficiency level of 1800–2200 rpm. But in general, the engines do not cause any complaints, and the service interval is 20,000 km. Reviews Most owner reviews are positive. The model has been tested over time and under Russian operating conditions.

The suspension and engine usually deserve special praise. But the “Russian German” also has its drawbacks, the main one of which is the poor corrosion resistance of the body. Domestic metal quickly begins to rust at the site of scratches and chips. The warranty against through corrosion is only 5 years. Also, many people find the suspension settings harsh, especially when it comes to driving empty. There is also frequent criticism of the build quality of interior panels, which is why creaks and rattles appear almost immediately. Another reason for dissatisfaction among many Mercedes Sprinter Classic drivers is the “Mercedes-style” expensive service from an official dealer.

Price policy

Based on the realities of Russian production, we can expect a decrease in the price of new cars. In fact, the buyer will be offered the difficult task of choosing between a used, but German car, or a new domestic assembly. If for a 2012 car they ask for 1.5-1.7 million rubles, then for the new Mercedes Sprinter Classic the price will be around 1.8 million for the minibus version. A van might be cheaper. Conclusion Even though the first van left the factory almost 20 years ago, this vehicle is still very popular. A minibus, a covered truck, a car for a large family - the list could take a long time. And this version of the van deserves many years of production and life (of course, with appropriate modifications) - after all, this is a Mercedes Classic Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Bus is a rear- or all-wheel drive commercial vehicle, available in a wide range of modifications (minibus; minibus; tourist bus), which is designed for passenger transportation on various routes...

The second generation of the car, which has changed compared to its predecessor in all key areas, was born in April 2006, at the same time its official sales began in the markets of European countries.

In 2013, the “German” underwent a planned modernization, which slightly affected the appearance, expanded the list of available equipment and improved the engines. The very next year, the minibus underwent another restyling, as a result of which it was again slightly transformed on the outside and received new modern options.

From the outside, the 2nd generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter looks modern, nice and harmonious, and large headlights and a “family” radiator grille with a large “three-pointed star”, which crown the front part, add a bit of prestige to it. In general, it is perceived as a typical “hard worker” with a characteristic profile and steep stern.

The 2nd generation Sprinter is offered in a wide number of modifications, which differ from each other in length (compact; standard; extended), roof height (standard; high) and wheelbase.

The length of the car is 5261-6961 mm, the width does not exceed 1993 mm (including rear-view mirrors - 2426 mm), and the width reaches 2415-2720 mm. The distance between pairs of wheels on the “German” is 3250 mm, 3665 mm and 4325 mm, depending on the modification.

When equipped, the vehicle weighs from 2095 to 2510 kg, and its load capacity varies from 1065 to 1380 kg.

The interior of the “second” Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is designed without embellishment, but it looks attractive, modern and quite solid. On the driver's side there is a large multifunctional steering wheel with a four-spoke rim, behind which there is a laconic “instrumentation” with two dials.
The massive center console contains a color screen of the infotainment complex (in the “base” there is a simple radio tape recorder) and an exemplary air conditioning unit. In addition to the pleasant design, the car is in complete order with both ergonomics and workmanship.

The layout of the passenger compartment of the second generation Sprinter depends on the modification:

• Minibus can accommodate from two to ten people, including the driver. All seats are equipped with comfortable seats with an ergonomic profile, three-point seat belts and adjustable backrests. In addition, this car “in minimum passenger capacity mode” can be used as a “delivery van” - the volume of its cargo compartment varies from 7.5 to 14 cubic meters (the loading area ranges from 4.4 to 7.4 square meters).

• Minibus taxi designed for transporting people along city routes - it can accommodate from 18 to 19 seated passengers (not counting the driver) and from 7 to 10 standing passengers.

• Tourist bus created to work on intercity routes, conduct excursions and serve various delegations. This car is equipped with a right sliding door with an electric drive, individually controlled lighting, an air conditioning system and shelves for hand luggage. Its interior has 19 seats with anatomical seats with an adjustable backrest, armrests and three-point seat belts.

For the second incarnation of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, a wide range of power plants is offered:

• The first option is an in-line four-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 2.1 liters with a turbocharger, Common Rail injection technology, charge air cooling and 16 valves, which is announced in two power options:
  • 129 horsepower at 3800 rpm and 305 Nm of torque at 1200-2400 rpm;
  • 163 hp at 3800 rpm and 360 Nm of available potential at 1400-2400 rpm.
• The second is a 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine with turbocharging, a common rail direct “power supply” system and a 24-valve timing system, producing 190 horsepower at 3800 rpm and 440 Nm of torque at 1400-2400 rpm.
• The third is a 1.8-liter gasoline “four” with direct fuel injection, a turbocharger, 16 valves and adjustable valve timing, which produces 156 hp. at 5000 rpm and 240 Nm of torque output at 3000-4000 rpm.
• The fourth is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder unit that develops 156 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 240 Nm of peak torque at 3000-4000 rpm and can run on both natural gas (CNG) and gasoline.

All engines are installed in combination with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive transmission, but they also have an automatic transmission (as an option): diesel versions have a 7-speed, and gasoline versions have a 5-speed.
In addition, all-wheel drive with a connected front axle (under standard conditions, traction is distributed between the wheels in a ratio of 35:65) and an electronic 4ETS system that controls the balance of torque is available for cars with diesel engines.

The second incarnation of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is based on a monocoque body. The front axle of the minibus is equipped with an independent McPherson-type suspension with transverse springs and anti-roll bars, and the rear axle is equipped with a dependent design on leaf springs.
The car is equipped with a hydraulic booster integrated into the rack and pinion steering mechanism, and all-wheel disc brakes (ventilated at the front) with ABS, EBD and other features.

On the Russian market, the second generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus in 2017 can be purchased at a price starting from 2,463,500 rubles; for a minibus, dealers are asking a minimum of 3,015,000 rubles, and for a tourist bus – from 3,530,000 rubles.
The basic equipment of the car includes: two front airbags, electric windows, ABS, EBD, ESP, ASR, BAS, 16-inch wheels and other equipment.