Updated August 2026

Is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Discontinued? 2026 U.S. Update

No. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has not been discontinued in the United States. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter remains available in multiple cargo, crew, passenger, and cab chassis configurations. What changed after 2023 was the powertrain and van lineup: the gasoline-powered Sprinter was phased out in the U.S., while the Mercedes-Benz Metris left the U.S. market after the 2023 model year.

Today, shoppers can choose from diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models or the all-electric Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. If you are researching whether Mercedes-Benz still makes the Sprinter, the answer is yes.

What Happened to the Gasoline Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

Mercedes-Benz did not discontinue the Sprinter itself. The change affected the gasoline powertrain that had been offered in earlier Sprinter models. After the gasoline configuration was phased out, Mercedes-Benz continued the Sprinter in the U.S. with four-cylinder diesel powertrains while expanding its electric van lineup with the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter.

For 2026, the conventional Mercedes-Benz Sprinter lineup is centered on four-cylinder diesel power. Depending on configuration, shoppers can find rear-wheel-drive and available all-wheel-drive Sprinter models designed for commercial cargo, crew transportation, passenger transportation, upfitting, and other specialized applications.

Why Was the Mercedes-Benz Metris Discontinued?

The Mercedes-Benz Metris left the U.S. market after the 2023 model year as Mercedes-Benz reshaped its van lineup. The change occurred alongside the phaseout of the gasoline-powered Sprinter configuration.

It is important not to attribute the Metris decision to a single factor without qualification. Mercedes-Benz did not publish a detailed public explanation assigning the U.S. exit to one specific cause. For shoppers today, the practical distinction is straightforward: the Mercedes-Benz Metris is no longer part of the current new-van lineup in the United States, while the larger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter continues.

Is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Still Available in 2026?

Yes. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter continues to serve businesses, fleet operators, passenger transportation providers, contractors, recreational upfitters, and other van owners who need a highly configurable full-size vehicle.

Current Mercedes-Benz Sprinter configurations include Cargo Van, Crew Van, Passenger Van, Passenger Van Select, and Cab Chassis options. Availability varies by configuration, wheelbase, roof height, drivetrain, and other equipment.

Drivers interested in the current lineup can explore Mercedes-Benz Sprinter inventory at Mercedes-Benz of Laguna Niguel.

What About the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter?

The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter is the battery-electric alternative within the Sprinter family. Rather than replacing the entire diesel Sprinter lineup, the eSprinter gives businesses another powertrain choice for applications where electric driving and charging fit their operating needs.

Current Mercedes-Benz information lists 81 kWh and 113 kWh battery options, with maximum estimated range extending up to 206 miles with the 113 kWh battery. Actual range can vary based on vehicle configuration, payload, weather, driving conditions, and other factors.

Learn more about Mercedes-Benz eSprinter range and charging or explore current Mercedes-Benz eSprinter inventory.

Should You Choose a Diesel Sprinter or an eSprinter?

The right powertrain depends on how you plan to operate your van. Diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models can be well suited to longer routes, demanding commercial applications, towing requirements, and businesses that need flexible refueling. The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter can be an attractive option for predictable local or regional routes where charging can be incorporated into daily fleet operations.

Mercedes-Benz of Laguna Niguel can help Southern California businesses evaluate cargo requirements, passenger needs, drivetrain options, upfitting plans, charging considerations, and overall vehicle configuration before choosing a Sprinter.

Explore Current Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in Laguna Niguel

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is very much part of the current Mercedes-Benz Vans lineup. Whether you need a commercial Cargo Van, Crew Van, Passenger Van, specialized upfit platform, or all-electric eSprinter, Mercedes-Benz of Laguna Niguel can help you evaluate the configuration that fits your needs.

Browse Our New Vans, View Special Offers, or contact our sales team at (949) 347-3723. You can also visit our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter research hub for additional specifications, comparisons, ownership information, and buying considerations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mercedes-Benz discontinuing the Sprinter?

No. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter remains available in the United States for 2026. The gasoline-powered Sprinter configuration was phased out, but diesel-powered Sprinter models continue alongside the all-electric Mercedes-Benz eSprinter.

Is a gasoline Mercedes-Benz Sprinter still available?

A gasoline-powered Sprinter is no longer part of the current U.S. new-van lineup. Current conventional Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models use four-cylinder diesel powertrains, while the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter provides an all-electric option.

Does Mercedes-Benz still make the Metris?

The Mercedes-Benz Metris is no longer part of the current U.S. new-van lineup. It exited the U.S. market after the 2023 model year.

Are all current Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans diesel?

Current conventional Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models in the U.S. use four-cylinder diesel powertrains. The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter is fully electric, so the broader Sprinter family includes both diesel and battery-electric options.

When was the gasoline Mercedes-Benz Sprinter discontinued?

The gasoline-powered Mercedes-Benz Sprinter was phased out of the U.S. lineup after 2023. The Sprinter itself was not discontinued and continues as a current Mercedes-Benz Vans model.