Super TestCar reviews - Mercedes-Benz - Sprinter - commercial rangeMercedes-Benz modelsResearch Mercedes-Benz OverviewMercedes-Benz freshens its 16-month-old Sprinter van range with more features13 Mar 2008 COMING only 16 months after the current generation came to Australia, the latest Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van range adds even more features, as well as some new models - including the 311 CDI SWB (short-wheelbase) model that is destined for nationwide use by Australia Post, and a 12-seat Transfer minibus. Joining the line-up from September will be three ‘Super Single’ models that can take Australian standard-size pallets, which are wider than European pallets, without sacrificing payload like most vans. Engine choices are unchanged, with three 2.1-litre turbo-diesels (65kW, 80kW and 110kW) and a 3.0-litre TDI V6 with 135kW. Extra standard equipment includes cruise control with speed-limiter, seatbelt reminder warnings and entry assist handles. Model release date: 1 March 2008 to 1 February 2010 All car reviewsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chevrolet Chery Citroen Chrysler Dodge Cupra Ferrari DS Ford Fiat FPV Foton GWM Great Wall Holden Haval HSV Honda Hyundai Hummer Isuzu Infiniti Jeep Jaguar Lamborghini Kia LDV Land Rover Lotus Lexus Maserati Mahindra McLaren Mazda Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG Mini MG Nissan Mitsubishi Peugeot Opel Proton Porsche Renault Ram Rover Rolls-Royce Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen Previous modelMercedes-Benz introduced the current Sprintere to Australia in October 2006, powered by three four-cylinder turbo-diesel engines ranging in output from 65 to 110kW plu a new, 135kW turbo-diesel V6. A big bonus in this category was a choice between a six-speed manual and a five-speed automatic transmission. Cabin comfort was in keeping with three-pointed-star expectations, as was the ride and handling of this range of rear-drive workhorses. Sure, the prices are premium, but the all-important life-of-vehicle running costs tend to whittle away at the initial high investment. |
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