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We purchased a new 2024 2500 Cargo Van with a 144″ wheel base. We worked with Narrow Road Van Conversions in White Bear Lake, MN for a custom design and build out.

Why the 144″ and not the 170″ wheel base?
This was a big decision that we couldn’t be more happy with. We wanted to be nimble in our travels, capable of parking in any normal parking spot and navigating any terrain, city street, or tight places. The 144″ is 19.5 feet long, just 2″ longer than my Ford F150 Lariat with extended cab. The obvious downside of this decision is interior space as the 170″ wheel base offers about 3′ more interior length. We believe Narrow Van Conversions nailed the design. They provided us with all the comforts and conveniences within the 144″ model.

Who is Narrow Road Van Conversions?
Erik is the founder and master craftsman at Narrow Road Van Conversions in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. He was a great partner to work with. He asked questions about how we intended to use the van, listened to our needs and wants, and then came up with a design that provided us with all the conveniences and comforts we wanted.

More information about our Mercedes Sprinter Van

Engine Type and MPG
Our van is a 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel HO 9-speed Transmission
Generally we get 18-19 mpg highway driving

Factory Options
We purchased a van from inventory at our local Mercedes dealer. This constrained us somewhat on the factory options. Click HERE for our thoughts on some of the options we ended up with.

Disappointments
Overall we are quite happy with our Mercedes Sprinter. However, click HERE for our thoughts on a few disappointments where we think Mercedes could have (and should have) done better.

Issues and Maintenance
Click HERE to see a running log of issues that have required service and maintenance. Consider it “one data point” on the reliability of the Mercedes Sprinter van.