2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Van

　　2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Review

　　byMike SchmidtSenior Manager, Vehicle Testing Operations

　　Mike Schmidt has worked in the automotive industry since 2003. He has written nearly a thousand car-related articles and has been responsible for the upkeep of countless test fleet vehicles over the course of his career. Mike is a senior manager of vehicle testing operations at zzdcar and got his start working behind the scenes on the car manufacturer side of the business. Mike spent many a weekend working on the family car with his dad and was promoted from flashlight holder to tool gopher at a young age. He's had an appreciation of cars ever since.

　　11/29/2022 (updated 02/07/2023)

　　

What You Need to Know

First range test of the eSprinter shows it's capable of 300 miles on one chargeWill enter the U.S. with the largest available battery and longest rangeIntroduces the first eSprinter generation for 2024

　　What is the eSprinter?

　　Mercedes-Benz is adding an all-electric variant to the Sprinter van family for 2024. Dubbed the eSprinter, this electrified workhorse is sure to appeal to business and leisure buyers alike.

　　The versatility and load capacity of Sprinter vans hold appeal for a wide range of uses in the commercial sector. Still, the recent overlanding trend has brought a boost in the popularity of diesel and gasoline Sprinter vans among everyday consumers as well. Competence off-road and aftermarket possibilities have turned a lot of eyes to these Mercedes haulers. We are interested to see how shoppers respond when eSprinters start production in Charleston, South Carolina, during the second half of 2023.

　　Here is what we know about the all-new 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. For starters, the U.S. version will initially come only in the long-wheelbase, high-roof configuration. It will be exclusively powered by the largest of the eSprinter's available lithium-iron phosphate batteries, with a capacity of 113 kWh. Mercedes projects the van will charge from 10% to 80% capacity in 42 minutes plugged into a DC fast charger and drawing the maximum of 115 kW allowed by the eSprinter's architecture. Using a Level 2 charger, the eSprinter will fully charge in a more leisurely 12.3 hours. As for the motor, it will produce roughly 202 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque — not exceptional for an EV, but enough to scoot a work van.

　　Mercedes isn't quoting EPA range estimates just yet, but last year, in an independently monitored test performed by Mercedes-Benz, this battery proved capable of just over 300 miles of range on a full charge while averaging 35.2 kWh/100 miles (21.9 kWh/100 km).

　　Pricing is not available at this time. But based on the price of the standard Sprinter, we think it's safe to say the eSprinter will start above $50,000.

　　zzdcar says

　　The 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter will be introduced in the second half of 2023. With 300 miles of electric range, a full-size eSprinter is going to turn heads in the commercial and overlanding communities.

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Mercedes-Benz eSprinter EV Insights

Trim:eSprinter 2500 170" WB Cargo

　　2500 170" WB Cargo 3dr Van w/High Roof (electric DD) (Most Popular) - $71,886 MSRP2500 170" WB Cargo 3dr Van w/High Roof, High Output Motor (electric DD) - $75,316 MSRP

　　

Range

　　EPA Estimated Range not available

　　Estimated range mapThis map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Rutland, North Dakota. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © Sprinter contributors | Sprinter

　　from 58067

　　

EV Battery Warranty

　　8 yrs or 100,000 milesThe federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.

　　

Charging at Home

　　No charging time information available

　　SAE ComboStandard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.

　　Plug Type

　　

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

　　No rebates available in 58067

　　

Cost to Drive

　　Not Available

　　eSprinter

　　vs

　　$284/mo

　　Van Avg.

　　Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　

Am I Ready for an EV?

　　EV ownership works best if you can charge (240V) at home or at work This typically means a 240V home installation, but you could also have a similar setup at your office or other places your car is already parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice unless you've got a plug-in hybrid, in which case overnight charging at home is feasible.

　　If you can’t charge at home, charging at a charging station could take at least 10x longer than at a gas station With public charging infrastructure still in its infancy, the user experience can be maddeningly inconsistent. Tesla owners tend to rave about the reliability and speed of the company's proprietary Supercharger stations, but rival DC fast options have thus far been plagued by technical issues and overcrowding. It's an evolving landscape and our best advice is to do your research on the available options for the EV you want to buy.

　　Adding a 240V home charging system could cost up to $1,600 or more If your existing electrical service can handle the additional demands of EV charging, you may be able to add Level 2 charging at home for less than a grand, including installation. But your costs will multiply if you need to upgrade your electrical panel or add a dedicated circuit.