Anyone considering a commercial vehicle upgrade in 2025 will likely have the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter on their radar. Whether it’s for hauling trade tools, making delivery rounds, embarking on a camper conversion, or running a fleet of airport shuttles, a van’s dimensions can decide if a model truly fits your operation. Understanding Sprinter sizes is about more than just numbers — it’s about what each van can actually do for you.
If you’re puzzling over whether a Sprinter will slot into a city parking bay or swallow your biggest workbench, you’ll find everything you need here. This guide covers all four lengths (L1 to L4), three roof heights, interior loadspaces, and exact UK specifications for 2025 models. Alongside plain numbers, expect practical advice, real-world fitting examples, easy-to-read tables, downloadable spec sheets, and quick comparisons with main competitors.
Let’s make all those measurements pay off for your business.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Dimensions (2025 Guide)
Mercedes has kept its Sprinter family broad for 2025, offering four lengths (L1, L2, L3, L4) and three roof heights — which combine for a vast range of interior and exterior configurations. This flexibility means that whether you’re managing multi-drop city deliveries, moving furniture, or converting to a mobile workshop, there’s a Sprinter likely tailored to your exact need.
All measurements provided are for UK-spec vans, accurate as of June 2024.
Here’s a glance-friendly summary for all Sprinter panel van sizes. For more depth, the following model-by-model breakdowns will offer extra context and practical scenarios for each variant.
Dimensions in millimetres (mm), volumes in cubic metres (m³), payload in kilograms (kg). 'Width' excludes mirrors unless stated.
Model
Ext. Length
Ext. Width
Ext. Height
Int. Length
Int. Width
Int. Height
Load Volume
Max Payload
Turning Circle
L1H1 (SWB Std)
5267
2020/2426*
2365
2716
1787
1719
7.8
up to 1300
11.9m
L1H2
5267
2020/2426
2445
2716
1787
1995
8.7
up to 1280
11.9m
L2H2 (MWB)
5932
2020/2426
2445
3371
1787
1995
10.5
up to 1240
13.2m
L2H3
5932
2020/2426
2690
3371
1787
2243
13.5
up to 1210
13.2m
L3H2 (LWB)
6967
2020/2426
2445
4397
1787
1995
14.0
up to 1150
15.3m
L3H3
6967
2020/2426
2690
4397
1787
2243
15.5
up to 1120
15.3m
L4H2 (XLWB)
7367
2020/2426
2445
4797
1787
1995
15.5
up to 1100
16.2m
L4H3
7367
2020/2426
2690
4797
1787
2243
17.0
up to 1080
16.2m
Width with mirrors: 2426mm.
Quick Van Fitting Examples
Euro Pallet: 1200mm x 800mm (fits crosswise in all models, up to 4 longwise in L4).
King Mattress: 2000mm x 1500mm (fits flat in L3/L4).
Bicycles: Standard adult bike length ~1800mm (fits flat in all, but much more space in L2+).
Sheet materials: 2440mm x 1220mm plywood (fits flat only in L2+).
Model-by-Model Dimensions Explained
Short Wheelbase (L1) Sprinter Dimensions
Compact and nimble, the L1 delivers van practicality without feeling burdened on city roads. Its exterior length just pushes over 5.2 metres, and the turning circle remains tight at under 12 metres. The load bay stretches a touch over 2.7 metres, making it ideal for tools, crates, or short furniture loads.
Who prefers the L1?
Couriers with city routes
Electricians and mobile techs with smaller toolkits
Companies trading some space for easier parking
Despite its more modest footprint, two Euro pallets or even a single appliance and toolbox combo aren’t out of the question.
Medium Wheelbase (L2) Sprinter Dimensions
Moving up, the L2 delivers just the right balance for many businesses. Offering well over 3.3 metres of usable load length and available in both standard and high roof variants, it swallows long materials and palleted goods effortlessly.
What’s its real-world edge?
Small removals firms needing to move wardrobes or sofas
Construction teams moving site and needing to haul lengths of pipe or timber
Urban delivery fleets wanting extra capacity but still able to fit tight bays
The L2 sits comfortably in most residential car parks but adds vital flexibility over the L1.
Long Wheelbase (L3) Sprinter Dimensions
Famed amongst trades and large mobile operations, the L3 version brings stretch-out space for big payloads. The internal length extends just shy of 4.4 metres, and load volume touches 14 cubic metres (on H2 roof).
Many converters find this the ‘sweet spot’ for camper builds and tech workshops.
Best for:
Builders transporting boards and ladders, as full sheets lay flat
Removal businesses shifting king-size mattresses or up to three Euro pallets
Motorsport teams or event companies needing big internal storage
Despite the size, driving isn’t unwieldy, with Mercedes' handling and safety kit making long van stints remarkably stress-free.
Extra Long Wheelbase (L4) Sprinter Dimensions
For those who never want to say "it wouldn't fit," the L4 steps in. This giant offers around 4.8 metres of uninterrupted load bay, climbing to a huge 17 cubic metres in the H3 high-roof version.
Nothing in the class matches its outright cubic capacity outside a full, purpose-built lorry.
Popular with:
Courier networks and parcel companies with mixed load shapes
Film, events, and touring businesses with bulky kit
Ambulance and minibus conversion companies
Parking and turning demand a bit more planning, but payload and storage freedom are unrivalled for the van sector.
Mercedes Sprinter Load Volume and Payload
Sprinter body choices do more than shape what fits; they affect payload, too. Official figures for 2025 UK-spec models put most payloads between 1080kg and 1300kg, depending on chosen model, roof, drivetrain, and door configuration.
Typical load examples:
L1H1: Up to 15 medium moving boxes, two Euro pallets, or enough kit for a team of painters.
L3H2: Three large sofas, a builder's day kit, or three king mattresses.
Payload tips:
Front-wheel drive models gain slightly lower load floors (~110mm benefit) for easier loading.
Weight decreases as size/roof increases, due to heavier bodywork, so check exact spec against your needs.
Sprinter vs. Ford Transit vs. Crafter (Comparison)
How do Sprinter measurements stack against rivals? Here’s a side-by-side table for the largest versions:
Model
Max Load Length
Max Load Height
Max Load Volume
Max Payload
Turning Circle
Sprinter L4H3
4797mm
2243mm
17.0m³
1080kg
16.2m
Transit L4H3
4217mm
2025mm
15.1m³
1245kg
14.8m
Crafter L4H3
4855mm
2196mm
18.4m³
1100kg
16.2m
Ducato XL
4070mm
2172mm
15.0m³
1360kg
14.2m
Strengths:
Sprinter offers standout safety tech, driving comfort, and build quality.
Crafter claims the largest outright cargo space.
Transit holds the best turning circle and typically higher payload.
Choosing between these usually depends on whether space, driveability, or resilience sways your decision.
Different trades and uses call for different Sprinter setups. Here are some typical matches:
City and parcels: L1, low roof for ease of parking and access; automatic preferred for stop/start work.
Tradies and construction: L3 or L2, extra internal length, mid-high roof, plus RWD for site grip.
Furniture/removals: L3-L4, high roof for bulk; tail lift and rear step handy extras.
Campervan: L2 or L3 mid-roof for a blend of mobility and space, FWD for lower floor.
Courier/fleet: L2 medium roof maximises parcels vs. running costs.
Front-wheel drive offers slightly better access but rear-wheel drive models increase max towing and handling on loaded vans.
Fleet buyers should weigh payloads carefully; sometimes a smaller van with a higher spec sacrifices fewer kilos to the scales.
FAQs about Sprinter Van Dimensions
Can I stand up inside a Sprinter H2 or H3? Most adults can stand comfortably in high (H2) and extra-high (H3) roof Sprinters. H1 is better suited for smaller cargo or those not planning to work inside.
Will a Sprinter fit in a standard UK parking bay? L1 and L2 models will fit width-wise (just), but some overhang in length is likely, especially with L3/L4 and doors open.
Is a Sprinter van wider than a parking bay? With mirrors folded, body width is typically 2020mm, under the ~2.4m UK bay. Mirrors out add extra width, so be mindful when parking.
How many Euro pallets fit in each Sprinter? L1: 2; L2: 3; L3/L4: 4 (all loaded lengthwise).
Can a Sprinter carry a motorcycle or motorbike? A full-size motorcycle fits easily in L2 and above, with ramp loading made easier by the low FWD floor height.
What’s the biggest Sprinter van you can buy? The L4H3, offering about 4.8m internal length and 17m³ volume.
Downloadable Spec Sheet & Further Resources
Access the full spec in a handy, shareable format.
Data sourced from Mercedes-Benz UK, 2025 brochures, and independent reviews. Last updated: June 2025.
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About Peter Schmidt
Peter is an automotive journalist and commercial vehicle expert with over a decade of hands-on experience reviewing, testing, and writing about vans. Having spent thousands of hours behind the wheel of Mercedes-Benz Sprinters—across every length, roof height, and engine type—Peter’s insight comes from real-world driving, not just data sheets.
