Mercedes has released the first interior photos of
the all-new Sprinter. Set to be unveiled in February, the redesigned van has a
higher quality interior which features a three-spoke steering wheel and a new instrument
cluster with a color display. The cabin also has circular air vents, revised
switchgear, and a widescreen infotainment system.
Mercedes was coy on specifics but confirmed the van
will be offered with USB charging ports as well as a WiFi hotspot. The model
will also have Mercedes PRO connect services which is a fleet management tool
that provides information about the vehicle's status as well as its maintenance
needs. The system can also provide drivers with an assortment of information
such as the address of their next delivery.
The Sprinter will go on sale next spring and
Mercedes says it will be available in a variety of body styles, wheelbases, and
load heights. The company will offer open, closed, and lockable stowage
compartments as well as "state-of-the-art shelving solutions."
Mercedes also said we can expect everything from a "basic version for
price-sensitive customers" to a "high-end variant with high-quality
interior appointments."
Mercedes declined to mention performance
specifications but the company confirmed an eSprinter will be launched in 2019.