Chevrolet Express 2500 vs Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2500 | 1500 144" WB Cargo |
| Body style | Van | Van |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,200 (best) | $43,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 31 gal (best) | 22 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 276 hp (best) | 188 hp |
| Torque | 298 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 239.4 cu ft | 319 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 10,000 lbs (best) | 5,000 lbs |
| Payload | 3,280 lbs | 3,953 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,261 lbs | 4,597 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 135 in | 144 in (best) |
| Length | 224.1 in | 233.5 in (best) |
| Width | 79.3 in | 79.5 in (best) |
| Height | 84.8 in | 96.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Express 2500 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2500 $42,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1500 144" WB Cargo $43,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2500 $44,100 MSRP | 1500 144" WB Passenger $48,700 MSRP |
| 3 | LS 2500 $47,950 MSRP | — |
| 4 | LT 2500 $50,295 MSRP | — |