The Sprinter's diesel engines will remain unchanged with four and six-cylinder units producing outputs ranging from 95 to 190bhp. As an alternative to its diesel engines, it will be offered also with a Euro VI supercharged 1.8, 4-cylinder petrol engine as well as a natural gas powered variant for those who require it, both producing 156bhp.
Power is transmitted wither by the ECO-Gear 6-speed manual transmission or by 7G-TRONIC PLUS seven-speed automatic transmission with lock-up clutch, another world first for vans. It has five new safety assistance features designed to prevent accidents from occurring.
Features include a new front end look set off by a new and more prominent radiator grille and angular headlights. Redesigned double-segment tail lights are the most prominent rear end feature. Inside, improvements include new upholstery, a thicker steering wheel, redesigned gear lever and a new-generation radio system, Bluetooth and navigation system.
Safety wise, it has three features that are world premiered in this category of vehicle. They are Crosswind Assist, Collision Prevention Assist and Blind Spot Assist. New also are Lane Keeping Assist and High Beam Assist.
Fergus Conheady, Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles sales manager in Ireland said the new Sprinter will be safer, greener, more attractive and a record breaker in its sector in terms of fuel economy with consumption of 6.3 L/100kms. Other features include five new safety systems and an extended maintenance interval of up to 60,000km.
