2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4x4 test drive

The pioneer of the modern van movement in the U.S. since 2001, the latest Sprinter Van went on sale in the U.S. in the fall of 2013 at authorized Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner dealers. It received a new look, new technology inside the vehicle, and new safety systems all around to ensure that it continues to be the best commercial van in the industry. A new 4x4 version of the Sprinter Van will further bolster its leading global position as the benchmark commercial van. The MY2015 Sprinter 4x4 goes on sale in the U.S. in the first quarter of calendar year 2015. Both 144" and 170" wheelbases will be available in both low and high roof configurations, and available body styles for the U.S. will include the Passenger Van, Crew Van (mixed 2-row passenger and cargo application), and Cargo Van (both 8,550 and 11,030 GVWRs). The exclusive powertrain for the 4x4 option will be the most powerful of the two BlueTEC clean diesel powertrains available in the U.S. Sprinter, which is the 3.0L V6 BlueTEC with 188 hp and 325 lb-ft. The Sprinter 4x4 will be a commercial van that can reach new levels of versatility and driving conditions with maximum traction. While the Sprinter 4x4 is not officially considered an off-roader, the all-wheel drive system can be activated at the push of a button. Torque is then distributed at a ratio of 35:65 between the front and rear axle. At this point, the Electronic Traction System (4ETS) takes over, and the tech takes care of the rest for the driver in...