Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 5th January 2010. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is regarded as a Van Over 3.5t built in Germany with prices starting at $59,980 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 140 kW of power (at 3800 rpm) and 440 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 75L fuel tank
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter measures 2435mm (95.9 inches) in height, 5910mm (232.7 inches) in length, 1993mm (78.5 inches) in width with a 3665mm (144.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2100kg (4629.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sprinter Base comes standard with 235/65 R16 front tyres and 235/65 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 200,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,910 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,993 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,665 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,450 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2987
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Om 642 De 30 La (Mc4)
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Total
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 190
Maximum Power (kW): 140
Maximum Torque (Nm): 440
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Heavy Duty
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Leaf
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: Ncv3
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 317.8
Cargo Volume (L): 9000
Height (in): 65.0
Height (mm): 1780
Length (in): 128.5
Length (mm): 3265
Loading Floor Height (in): 27.0
Loading Floor Height (mm): 685
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 53.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1350
Width (in): 70.1
Width (mm): 1780
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Overall Height (in): 95.9
Overall Height (mm): 2435
Overall Length (in): 232.7
Overall Length (mm): 5910
Overall Width (in): 78.5
Overall Width (mm): 1993
Rear Overhang (in): 48.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1240
Rear Track (in): 61.6
Rear Track (mm): 1565
Wheelbase (in): 144.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3665
Cargo Doors
Driver Internal Handles: yes
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 59.8
Passenger Height (mm): 1520
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1300
Rear Height (in): 60.6
Rear Height (mm): 1540
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.6
Rear Width (mm): 1565
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Tinted Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3638
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Payload Allowance (kg): 1450
Payload Allowance (lb): 3197
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2100
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4630
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2250
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4960
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Bulkhead
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 3
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Seat Suspension: Mechanical
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Seat Suspension: Mechanical
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Adjustable: yes
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
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