The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is receiving a brand new all-wheel-drive system and switching absolutely to a four-cylinder lineup of gasoline and diesel engines for 2023.
The awd system replaces the earlier 4×4 system, offering extra energy and endurance, Mercedes stated.
The automaker is ditching the three.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 engine within the U.S. and changing it with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine accessible with two energy output scores: 168 hp and 208 hp.
The automaker stated the smaller engine delivers smoother acceleration, larger torque, decreased emissions and gas consumption, and decrease noise and vibration ranges.
The van goes on sale early subsequent 12 months, Mercedes stated.
With the removing of the costlier V-6 from the lineup, Sprinter sellers can have extra room for the pricier electrical mannequin arriving in 2023, stated Sam Fiorani, vice chairman at AutoForecast Options.