Mercedes eSprinter: Next generation in endurance testing

The van manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Vans has announced the first successful cold tests with the next generation of the eSprinter. Even after just over half of the multi-week test period, the vehicle has proven to be fully winter-worthy, even in the most demanding test cycles. Production of the E-Van is set to start gradually, beginning in the second half of 2023 in Charleston (South Carolina, USA), followed by Düsseldorf and Ludwigsfelde, each with CO2-neutral production. The manufacturer is investing around 350 million euros in the development of the new electric models, with approximately 50 million euros being invested in each of the three plants.

The requirements for the next generation of the eSprinter have been defined in cooperation with customers, such as those from the CEP sector (courier, express, and parcel services), as well as body manufacturers. With three battery options and numerous body variants ranging from panel vans to chassis for box bodies, the next generation aims to open up new customer segments and succeed in markets such as the USA and Canada. The range is promised to more than double compared to the current model, depending on the configuration.