Who makes the Dodge Sprinter?

The Dodge Sprinter was manufactured by DaimlerChrysler, which later became Daimler AG. The first generation of the North American Sprinter was launched in 2002 and was originally branded as a Freightliner. In 2003, it received Dodge branding as DaimlerChrysler chose to replace the aging Dodge Ram van with the Sprinter instead of redesigning it. After 2003, the Sprinter was sold concurrently under the Freightliner and Dodge nameplates, with minor styling differences and badging. The decision to use the Freightliner and Dodge nameplates instead of Mercedes-Benz was made to avoid interfering with the luxury image of the Mercedes-Benz brand in North America. The Sprinter was manufactured in the Mercedes factory in Stuttgart and then had the engine taken out of the body and shipped separately to North America [[3]] [[9]].

Does Dodge Sprinter have Mercedes engine?

Designed and powered by Mercedes-Benz, the full-size Sprinter van was initially assembled by Freightliner. Early in 2003, the Sprinter adopted a Dodge nameplate.

Are Dodge sprinters made by Mercedes?

In 2003, Dodge took over, and this light commercial van was available as a Dodge Sprinter or Freightliner Sprinter in the U.S. and Canada. This changed again in 2010, and today, the Sprinter Van is made by Mercedes-Benz.

Are Mercedes and Dodge Sprinters the same?

The Mercedes Benz Sprinter van is well-known for many things, one being produced under various brands. Yes, Dodge, Freightliner, and even Volkswagen have all built these near-identical vans, with only the differences being a badge and some minor interior changes.

Are Dodge Sprinters made by Mercedes?

In 2003, Dodge took over, and this light commercial van was available as a Dodge Sprinter or Freightliner Sprinter in the U.S. and Canada. This changed again in 2010, and today, the Sprinter Van is made by Mercedes-Benz.

When did Dodge Sprinter become Mercedes?

2010 – This is the year that Mercedes “took back” the brand from Dodge. From 2010 onward, Sprinters were badged as Mercedes vehicles, although Freightliner still sold identical Sprinters under their brand too. 2014 – In 2014, Mercedes did a body refresh.

Who makes the Dodge Sprinter van?

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Also called	Freightliner Sprinter (2001–2021) Dodge Sprinter (2003–2009) Volkswagen LT (1997–2006) Volkswagen Crafter (2006–2018)
Production	1995–present
Model years	1995–present (Europe) 2002–present (North America)

Why does Dodge Sprinter have Mercedes logo?

ALL Sprinters were manufactured by Mercedes (mine was built in Dusseldorf). Some were badged as Dodges merely to avoid an import tax during the last decade. They were shipped to the USA in pieces (a “complete knock down kit”) and assembled, in my case, in South Carolina.

What happened to Dodge Sprinter?

Mercedes announced that it will take over sales of the commercial van, which was previously sold as the Dodge Sprinter when Mercedes was still tied to Dodge’s parent company, Chrysler. Freightliner Sprinters will continue to be sold, as […]

How many miles will a Dodge Sprinter last?

250,000 to 300,000 miles
Sprinter vans, with proper maintenance and best-driving practices, last anywhere from 250,000 to 300,000 miles. However, depending on your driving habits, routes, and how diligent you are with routinely servicing your Sprinter, this estimation can dramatically decrease or extend.

What is the difference between a Dodge Sprinter and a Mercedes Sprinter?

The Mercedes Benz Sprinter van is well-known for many things, one being produced under various brands. Yes, Dodge, Freightliner, and even Volkswagen have all built these near-identical vans, with only the differences being a badge and some minor interior changes.