Mercedes Sprinter VIN Decoder

Every Sprinter VIN tells you the badge, body, weight rating, engine and where it was built. Read yours below, then decode the option codes on the Mercedes data card for the roof, 4×4 and options.

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Where Is the VIN Number on a Mercedes Sprinter?

Every Sprinter has a 17 character VIN, also called the chassis number. Dodge, Freightliner and Mercedes Sprinters all use it, and it sits in the same places on most vans. On a used van, check the number on the windshield, the door pillar and the title all match before anything else.

Mercedes Sprinter VIN number and chassis number locations

On the van

  • Plate at the bottom of the windshield on the driver side, readable from outside
  • Label on the driver door pillar, with the weight ratings
  • Stamped into the body. The exact spot changes by generation
  • Data plates added by an upfitter or camper builder on converted vans

On the paperwork

  • The title and registration in the US
  • The V5C logbook in the UK, listed as VIN, chassis or frame number
  • Service invoices and fleet records
  • Upfit or conversion paperwork and the insurance documents

A converted Sprinter can carry a second label from the company that built the camper, ambulance or shuttle body. The original Mercedes VIN is still the one that counts.

How to Read a Mercedes Sprinter VIN

US Sprinters have used two VIN layouts. Vans up to the 2019 model year put the drive in position 4, the model and weight in positions 5 and 6 and the engine in position 7. Newer vans with a W1 start put the model and engine in positions 4 and 5. UK and European Sprinters use the FIN, which carries the Mercedes model number.

US Sprinter VINs from 2019 on

Positions 1 to 3: Manufacturer and type
W1Y is a cargo van, W1W a passenger van, W1X a cab chassis and W1Z a bus. Freightliner Sprinters use W2Y, W2W, W2X and W2Z.
Positions 4 and 5: Model and engine
4 is a 2500, 5 a 3500, 7 a 1500, 8 a 3500XD and 9 a 4500. The next character is the engine. 0 is the 2.0 gasoline, D the 2.2 diesel, E the 3.0 V6 diesel, and K or N the 2.0 diesel from 2023.
Position 6: Wheelbase and body
B is a 144 inch cargo van, C a 170 inch cargo van and D a 170 extended cargo van. F and G are passenger vans, and 2 and 3 cab chassis.
Positions 7 and 8: Weight, drive and airbags
Position 7 is the weight class and drive. H is 9,001 to 10,000 lbs with rear wheel drive, V the same with 4x4, and 3 or 6 over 10,000 lbs. Position 8 shows the airbags, Y being the full set.
Position 9: Check digit
Validates the VIN. It can be a number or the letter X, which stands for 10.
Position 10: Model year
M is 2021, N is 2022 and R is 2024.
Position 11: Plant
T is Charleston, South Carolina. P, R, S and 5 are Düsseldorf, and N and 9 are Ludwigsfelde in Germany.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
The production number for that van.

Some 2019 vans still used the older layout below, so read the first three characters before the rest.

US Sprinter VINs up to 2019

Positions 1 to 3: Manufacturer and type
WD3 is a Mercedes cargo van, WD4 a passenger van, WDA a cab chassis and WDZ a bus. Freightliner used WDY, WDR, WDP and WCD. Dodge used WD0 and WD8, and WD1, WD2 and WD5 on early vans.
Position 4: Drive
P is rear wheel drive and F is 4x4 on US vans. Canadian vans use B and C.
Positions 5 and 6: Model, wheelbase and weight
E7 is a 2500 on the 144 inch wheelbase and E8 the 170. F0 and F1 are the heavier 144 and 170 vans, and F3 and F4 the 3500 and 4500 over 10,000 lbs.
Positions 7 and 8: Engine and airbags
C is the 3.0 V6 diesel, D the four cylinder diesel and E the 2.0 gasoline. Position 8 shows the airbags.
Position 9: Check digit
Validates the VIN. It can be a number or the letter X.
Position 10: Model year
E is 2014, G is 2016 and J is 2018.
Position 11: Plant
5 is Düsseldorf and 9 is Ludwigsfelde. T is Charleston on vans assembled in the US.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
The production number for that van.

UK and European Sprinter VINs, the FIN

Positions 1 to 3: Manufacturer
WDB on older vans and W1V on newer Mercedes vans.
Positions 4 to 6: Model series
906 is the NCV3 and 907 the VS30. T1N vans show 901 to 905.
Positions 7 to 9: Model
Together with positions 4 to 6, this is the Mercedes model number, which sets the weight, wheelbase and body.
Positions 10 and 11: Code and plant
A Mercedes code, then the plant letter or number.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
The production number for that van.

The FIN doesn't carry a model year or a check digit. Use the V5C first registration date or the data card for the year.

What the start of a US Sprinter VIN means

These come from Mercedes VIN filings with NHTSA and real US VINs. The first three characters tell you the badge and the body type.

VIN startsVanYears
WD0, WD1, WD2, WD5, WD8Dodge Sprinter van, cab chassis and passenger van2003 to 2009
WDY, WDR, WDPFreightliner Sprinter van, passenger van and cab chassis2001 to 2019
WD3PEMercedes Sprinter 2500 cargo van, rear wheel drive2010 to 2019
WD3PFMercedes Sprinter 3500 or heavier 2500 cargo van, rear wheel drive2010 to 2019
WD3FE, WD3FFMercedes Sprinter cargo van, 4x42015 to 2019
WD4PE, WD4PFMercedes Sprinter passenger van2010 to 2019
WDAMercedes Sprinter cab chassis2010 to 2019
8BU, 8BT, 8BNMercedes Sprinter cargo van, passenger van or cab chassis assembled in Charleston2019
W1Y4EVS30 Sprinter 2500 cargo van, 3.0 V6 dieselFrom 2019
W1Y40VS30 Sprinter 2500 cargo van, 2.0 gasolineFrom 2019
W1W4K, W1W4NVS30 Sprinter 2500 passenger van, 2.0 diesel2023 on
W1Y5K, W1Y5NVS30 Sprinter 3500 cargo van, 2.0 diesel2023 on
W2Y, W2W, W2XFreightliner Sprinter, VS302019 on

Mercedes Sprinter model year codes

Position 10 on US and Canadian VINs only. The Sprinter came to the US as a Freightliner in 2001 and a Dodge in 2003.

  • 12001
  • 22002
  • 32003
  • 42004
  • 52005
  • 62006
  • 72007
  • 82008
  • 92009
  • A2010
  • B2011
  • C2012
  • D2013
  • E2014
  • F2015
  • G2016
  • H2017
  • J2018
  • K2019
  • L2020
  • M2021
  • N2022
  • P2023
  • R2024
  • S2025
  • T2026

Model years start mid year, so a van built in summer 2023 can be a 2024 model.

Mercedes Sprinter Generations: T1N, NCV3 and VS30

Owners and upfitters use T1N, NCV3 and VS30 for the three Sprinter generations. Mercedes uses model series numbers instead. The generation decides which parts, racks, flooring and camper kits fit your van.

T1N, model series 901 to 905

US 2001 to 2006

Sold in the US as a Freightliner and a Dodge with a 2.7 five cylinder diesel. Wheelbases of 118, 140 and 158 inches.

NCV3, W906

US 2007 to 2018

Badged Dodge to 2009, Freightliner throughout and Mercedes from 2010. The 3.0 V6 diesel was the main engine, with 144 and 170 inch wheelbases and a four cylinder diesel from 2014.

VS30, W907

US 2019 on

Built in Charleston and Germany, with MBUX, a 2.0 gasoline option and a 4500. Updated for 2023 with the 2.0 diesel, the 9 speed automatic and all wheel drive. The eSprinter is electric.

SpecWhat it meansHow to confirm it
1500, 2500, 3500, 3500XD, 4500The weight rating, from light single rear wheel vans to dually chassisVIN positions 4 and 5 on newer vans, and the door pillar label
144, 170, 170 extendedWheelbase in inches. Extended adds length behind the rear wheelsVIN position 6 on newer vans
Standard, high, super high roofInterior height, the big one for camper buyersCodes D03 and D05 on the data card
Cargo, crew, passenger, cab chassisThe body as it left the factoryVIN positions 1 to 3 and the data card
4x4 or AWDFour wheel drive, with low range on many vansVIN position 4 on older vans, position 7 on newer ones, and code ZG3

Mercedes Sprinter Paint Colors and Codes

Sprinter paint codes have four digits, so Arctic White is 9147 and Obsidian Black Metallic is 9197. The code is on the data card, which is the quickest way to spot a resprayed or wrapped van.

Whites, silvers and greys

Arctic White9147 · Solid
Grey White9136 · Solid
Brilliant Silver Metallic9744 · Older vans
Iridium Silver Metallic9775 · Replaced by 9922
High-tech Silver Metallic9922 · Metallic
Pebble Grey7701 · Solid
Silver Grey7708 · Solid
Stone Grey7160 · Solid
Tenorite Grey Metallic7755 · Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic7992 · Metallic
Graphite Grey7224 · Solid
Blue Grey7709 · Solid

Blacks and blues

Jet Black9040 · Solid
Obsidian Black Metallic9197 · Metallic
Black Blue5524 · Solid
Cavansite Blue Metallic5890 · Metallic
Steel Blue5389 · Solid
Vanda Blue5957 · Solid
Brilliant Blue5362 · Solid

Reds, greens and yellows

Jupiter Red3589 · Solid
Velvet Red3583 · Solid
Sunset Red3432 · Solid
Aqua Green6830 · Solid
Calcite Yellow1243 · Solid

Swatches are a guide only. Fleet vans were often ordered in special colors, so the code on your data card is the proof.

Can You Get a Mercedes Sprinter Data Card From the VIN?

Not from the 17 characters. The VIN gives you the badge, the body, the weight rating, the engine and the plant, but not the roof height, the 4x4 type or the options.

Mercedes keeps a data card for every Sprinter. It lists the FIN, the VIN on US vans, the engine and transmission numbers, the paint code and every option code. Here's how to get it.

Mercedes van dealer Easiest

Ask the service desk to print the vehicle data card from the VIN. It lists every factory option code with a description.

A Mercedes parts counter

Parts staff look up the data card to order the right parts, so they can often read out the option codes too.

Window sticker or order form

The original window sticker or fleet order lists the packages and options by name. Match them to the codes below.

The van itself

Check for a low range button, the roof height, the heater and air conditioning controls and the screen size. They back up the paperwork.

Copy the codes from the data card and paste them into the decoder below to get your full Sprinter options list.

Mercedes Sprinter Data Card Decoder

Paste the option codes from your Sprinter data card and get a readable options list, grouped by system. Four digit paint codes like 9147 work too.

Separate codes with spaces, commas or new lines.


Look up a single code

Search by code or keyword. Covers option codes, packages, paint and engine codes.

Type a code or keyword to see matches.

Tip: click any code to copy it. Some codes changed meaning between generations, so check anything important against the data card.

Mercedes Sprinter Engines by Generation

The Sprinter has used five cylinder, V6 and four cylinder diesels, two gasoline engines and an electric motor. On newer vans, VIN positions 4 and 5 tell you the engine. On older vans it's position 7.

GenerationUS yearsEngines
T1N2001 to 20062.7 five cylinder diesel, OM612 then OM647, with a 5 speed automatic
NCV32007 to 20183.0 V6 diesel OM642, 3.5 V6 gasoline on early vans, 2.1 four cylinder diesel OM651 from 2014 with a 7 speed automatic
VS302019 to 20223.0 V6 diesel OM642, 2.2 four cylinder diesel OM651, 2.0 four cylinder gasoline M274
VS30 updated2023 on2.0 four cylinder diesel OM654 in two outputs, with the 9G-TRONIC 9 speed automatic. eSprinter electric

V6 or four cylinder

The 3.0 V6 diesel is the one most camper and towing buyers look for. The four cylinder diesels use less fuel but work harder in a heavy, loaded van.

4x4 or AWD

NCV3 and early VS30 vans offered a part time 4x4, often with low range, code ZG3. From 2023 the Sprinter switched to all wheel drive. Both add real value, so check the code.

Mercedes Sprinter Common Problems by Generation

Sprinters are built for big miles, but they work hard and repairs cost more than on a domestic van. The generation and engine tell you what to check.

Generation or systemWhat to look forWhy it matters
T1N and early NCV3Rust on the wheel arches, door bottoms, sills and underbodyRust is the main reason older Sprinters fail. Get underneath before you buy.
T1N dieselLeaking injector seals, a tar like build up around the injectorsLeft too long, the injectors can seize in the head.
NCV3 3.0 V6 dieselOil leaks from the oil cooler seals in the V of the engineA labour heavy job. Look for oil on top of the transmission.
BlueTEC diesels, 2010 onDEF heater, NOx sensor and emissions warnings, limp modeEmissions faults are the most common Sprinter repair. Check for warning messages and the repair history.
5 speed automaticLimp mode stuck in one gear, harsh shiftsOften an electrical fault in the transmission rather than a full rebuild.
VS30 2.0 dieselOil leaks near the high pressure fuel pumpMercedes has issued a technical communication on this. Ask what's been done.
Converted vansOverloading, roof cut outs, extra wiring and batteriesA camper or ambulance body can add weight and electrical faults. Check the weight label and the conversion paperwork.

How to Check Mercedes Sprinter Recalls

Recalls differ by badge, market and generation, so check through the channel that covers where the van was sold.

In the US

Run the VIN through the decoder above for NHTSA recall records, or use the NHTSA recall lookup. Dodge and Freightliner Sprinters are listed under their own badge.

In the UK

Use the DVSA vehicle recall checker on GOV.UK with the make, model and year, then ask a Mercedes van dealer to run the VIN.

Converted vans

Camper, ambulance and shuttle builders can have their own recalls on top of the Mercedes ones. Check with the company that built the body too.

Fleet vans often skip dealer visits. Ask for proof that every recall was completed, not just booked.

Mercedes Sprinter Option Codes List

The full list behind the data card decoder, grouped by system. Codes vary by generation, year and market, so verify anything important against your own data card.

Mercedes Sprinter package codes
  • C01Driver Comfort package on the NCV3, comfort seats, extra keys and a 12 volt outlet. Driver Convenience package on newer vans
  • C02Driver Efficiency package, NCV3. Navigation, rear camera, fog lamps and cruise control
  • C03Active Safety Plus package, NCV3. Lane keeping, light and rain sensor and heated mirrors
  • C04Active Safety Plus package with PARKTRONIC parking sensors, NCV3
  • C05Premium Appearance package, NCV3. Alloy wheels and bi-xenon headlamps
  • C06Workspace Access package, cargo vans, NCV3. Extra battery, grab handles, rear step and LED lights
  • C07Cargo Protection package. Lashing rails, wall panelling, sliding door stop and cargo straps
  • C08Cold Weather package, insulation and heated seats, NCV3
  • C09Rear Passenger Comfort package, rear air conditioning, NCV3
  • X04Multifunction steering wheel and display package, NCV3
  • X13Exterior Lighting package, bi-xenon or LED headlamps depending on year
  • X22Trailer Hitch package, factory hitch and wiring
  • X24Crew Cab package, turns a cargo van into a crew van, NCV3
  • X294x4 package, high range only
  • X304x4 package with high and low range
  • X68Comfort Plus package
  • X86Comfort Plus package with heated steering wheel
  • X66Heavy Duty Cargo Protection package
  • X69Swivel Seat package
  • MB0MBUX package
  • AS1Drive Assist package

Sprinter packages changed by model year and market. A package code on the data card is usually followed by the codes for every part inside it.

Mercedes Sprinter engine and transmission codes
  • OM6122.7 five cylinder diesel, early T1N Sprinter
  • OM6472.7 five cylinder diesel, later T1N Sprinter
  • M2723.5 V6 gasoline, early NCV3 Sprinter
  • OM6423.0 V6 diesel, NCV3 and VS30 Sprinter to 2022
  • OM651Four cylinder diesel, 2.1 in NCV3 Sprinters and 2.2 in VS30 Sprinters
  • M2742.0 four cylinder gasoline, VS30 Sprinter
  • OM6542.0 four cylinder diesel, VS30 Sprinter from 2023
  • MU5OM654 2.0 diesel, standard output, about 168 hp
  • M5NOM654 2.0 diesel, high output, about 208 hp
  • 4CEFour cylinder engine with 7 speed automatic, NCV3
  • 6CESix cylinder engine with 5 speed automatic, NCV3
  • G405 speed automatic transmission
  • G439G-TRONIC 9 speed automatic transmission
  • MT4High idle, variable and driver adjustable

Newer data cards list the engine as an option code. Older Sprinters show the engine family on the data card and the engine itself.

Mercedes Sprinter paint codes
  • 9147Arctic White, solid
  • 9136Grey White, solid
  • 9040Jet Black, solid
  • 9197Obsidian Black Metallic
  • 9744Brilliant Silver Metallic, older vans
  • 9775Iridium Silver Metallic, replaced by 9922
  • 9922High-tech Silver Metallic
  • 7755Tenorite Grey Metallic
  • 7992Selenite Grey Metallic
  • 7224Graphite Grey, solid
  • 7160Stone Grey, solid
  • 7701Pebble Grey, solid
  • 7708Silver Grey, solid
  • 7709Blue Grey, solid
  • 5890Cavansite Blue Metallic
  • 5389Steel Blue, solid
  • 5524Black Blue, solid
  • 5362Brilliant Blue, solid
  • 5957Vanda Blue, solid
  • 6830Aqua Green, solid
  • 3589Jupiter Red, solid
  • 3583Velvet Red, solid
  • 3432Sunset Red, solid
  • 1243Calcite Yellow, solid

Sprinter paint codes have four digits, like 9147 for Arctic White. Swatches are a guide only, and fleet vans were often painted to order.

Mercedes Sprinter body, roof and door codes
  • D03High roof
  • D05Super high roof, NCV3
  • D06Super high roof, painted, NCV3
  • FKACargo van
  • FKBPassenger van
  • IR4144 inch wheelbase, 3665 mm
  • D50Cargo partition, full width
  • D51Cargo partition with window
  • D64Bulkhead with sliding door
  • D93No partition
  • D13Mounting rails for a roof rack
  • T16Sliding door, passenger side
  • T55Electric sliding door, right side
  • T57Electric sliding step
  • T12Sliding door with two stage opening
  • T93No right side sliding door
  • W16Fixed window behind the driver
  • W17Fixed window in the sliding door side
  • W61Windows in the rear doors
  • W54Rear doors open back to the side wall
  • W73Rear bumper step
  • T75Grab handles on the driver and passenger doors

These codes describe the van itself. Roof height, partition and doors matter most to upfitters and camper van buyers.

Mercedes Sprinter drive, axle and towing codes
  • ZG34x4 with low range gear reduction
  • ZG1Engageable four wheel drive, older Sprinters
  • ZH4Downhill Speed Regulation for 4x4
  • A4MAll wheel drive with torque on demand, 2023 on
  • AR23.92 axle ratio
  • AR34.18 axle ratio
  • X31Super single rear tires
  • Q24Trailer hitch
  • QA2Heavy duty trailer hitch
  • E40Trailer hitch wiring
  • RL5Alloy wheels

4x4 and towing codes add a lot of value to a used Sprinter, so check them on the data card before you pay for them.

Mercedes Sprinter multimedia and driver assistance codes
  • E3MMBUX with 7 inch touchscreen
  • E4MMBUX with 10.25 inch touchscreen
  • E7MMBUX with 10.25 inch touchscreen, newer generation from 2025
  • E1ENavigation
  • E1SSiriusXM satellite radio
  • JK3Pixel matrix dash display, NCV3
  • JK5Instrument cluster with color display
  • FR8Rear view camera on the dash screen
  • FR3Rear view camera in the mirror
  • F84Digital rear view mirror
  • JB6Parking package with 360 degree camera
  • JB7Parking package
  • JA7Blind Spot Assist
  • JB4Active Lane Keeping Assist
  • JW5Lane Keeping Assist, NCV3
  • ET4Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
  • BA3Active Brake Assist
  • JA8Crosswind Assist
  • MS1Cruise control
  • ED5Parametric special module, programmable outputs for upfitters

Multimedia codes changed with every update, so the same feature can show under different codes on older and newer vans.

Mercedes Sprinter seat, heating and climate codes
  • SB1Comfort driver seat
  • SB2Comfort passenger seat
  • SF1Electrically adjustable driver seat
  • S23Twin front passenger seat
  • H15Heated passenger seat
  • H16Heated driver seat
  • CK8Heated steering wheel
  • HH9Front air conditioning
  • HH4THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control
  • H08Rear roof mounted air conditioning
  • HK4Heavy duty rear air conditioning
  • H12Fuel fired pre heater and booster
  • HZ9Fuel fired heater booster
  • H13Rear cabin heater and vents
  • H72Electric roof fan

Heater and air conditioning codes matter a lot on camper and passenger conversions.

Mercedes Sprinter cargo area and electrical codes
  • V42Lashing rails at waist height
  • VC4Lashing rails at head height
  • VA3Full hardboard side wall panelling
  • V43Wood floor with D rings
  • L63LED ceiling lights in the cargo area, NCV3
  • LC2LED light strip in the load compartment
  • ED4AGM battery, 92 Ah
  • EE812 volt 100 Ah battery, NCV3
  • N62Front engine bracket for an extra alternator
  • LG7LED high performance headlamps
  • L16Fog lamps

Upfit and cargo codes tell you how the load area left the factory.

Mercedes Sprinter market and plant codes
  • ZJ9NAFTA version for the US, Canada and Mexico, older Sprinters
  • Z4XBuilt in Charleston, South Carolina
  • Z4VBuilt in Düsseldorf, Germany

These codes don't add equipment, but they show where the van was built and which market it was built for.

Mercedes Sprinter features, models and package names

The names you'll see in listings, on order forms and on upfitter paperwork. Search any of them in the decoder above to find the code behind it.

  • T1N
  • NCV3
  • VS30
  • W906
  • W907
  • W910
  • Dodge Sprinter
  • Freightliner Sprinter
  • eSprinter
  • Sprinter 1500
  • Sprinter 2500
  • Sprinter 3500
  • Sprinter 3500XD
  • Sprinter 4500
  • Cargo van
  • Crew van
  • Passenger van
  • Cab chassis
  • 144 inch wheelbase
  • 170 inch wheelbase
  • 170 extended
  • Standard roof
  • High roof
  • Super high roof
  • 4x4
  • AWD
  • Dually
  • Super single
  • BlueTEC
  • AdBlue
  • DEF
  • 9G-TRONIC
  • 7G-TRONIC
  • MBUX
  • DISTRONIC
  • 360 degree camera
  • Upfitter
  • Camper van
  • Data card
  • FIN
  • GVWR
  • Charleston
  • Düsseldorf
  • Ludwigsfelde

Mercedes Sprinter VIN FAQs

Where is the VIN number on a Mercedes Sprinter?

On a plate at the bottom of the windshield on the driver side, on the label in the driver door pillar, and stamped into the body. It's also on the title in the US and the V5C in the UK.

How do I tell which Sprinter generation I have?

Check the model year and the first characters of the VIN. US vans up to 2006 are T1N, 2007 to 2018 are NCV3, and 2019 on are VS30. On a FIN, 906 is the NCV3 and 907 the VS30.

What does W1Y mean on a Sprinter VIN?

W1Y is a Mercedes Sprinter cargo van. W1W is a passenger or crew van, W1X a cab chassis and W1Z a bus.

What does WD3 mean on a Sprinter VIN?

WD3 is a Mercedes Sprinter cargo van from before the W1 codes arrived. WD4 is a passenger van and WDA a cab chassis.

Can I tell if my Sprinter is 4x4 from the VIN?

Yes on US vans. On older vans, F in position 4 means 4x4. On newer W1 vans, position 7 is a letter from R to V or the number 6. The data card shows code ZG3 for 4x4 with low range.

Can I tell the roof height from the VIN?

No. The roof height isn't in the VIN. Look for code D03 for the high roof or D05 for the super high roof on the data card.

Is a Dodge or Freightliner Sprinter the same as a Mercedes?

Yes. They were built by Mercedes with different badges. The VIN start tells you which badge it was sold under, and Mercedes parts fit the same generation.

Where was my Sprinter built?

Read position 11 of a US VIN. T is Charleston, South Carolina. 5, P, R and S are Düsseldorf, and 9 and N are Ludwigsfelde in Germany.

Can I see the options on my Sprinter from the VIN?

Not from the 17 characters alone. The options are on the Mercedes data card, which a dealer can print from the VIN. Paste the option codes into the decoder above.

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Dale Ogden

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Dale has spent more than 20 years in vehicle valuations, forecasting and asset management. He was a Forecast Manager at CAP HPI, the UK's leading vehicle valuation authority and a counterpart to Kelley Blue Book.

He helped pioneer early electric vehicle depreciation models adopted by major manufacturers, and his residual value forecasts cover more than 10,000 vehicles. Today his data led insights help buyers, enthusiasts and automotive professionals around the world.

What Is Your Mercedes Sprinter Spec Worth?

A high roof, 4x4 with low range, the V6 diesel, roof air conditioning, a fuel fired heater. Two Sprinters can look the same in photos and be worth very different money. See what the options on yours are worth today.

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Comparing the Sprinter with another Mercedes? Each guide covers the VIN, the build sheet codes and the common options for that model.

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