For years, Mercedes-Benz has pursued the vision of accident-free driving. The integral safety concept covers all phases of automotive safety—from driving safety and hazardous situations to protection in the event of an accident and minimising the impact of an accident. The new Sprinter vans and Sprinter minibuses follow this aim with their new structural and technical safety features.

For more than 20 years, the Sprinter has been a clear step ahead of its class, especially in terms of safety. Since 2002, it has been on the road with ESP®. In 2006, the next-generation extended version — ADAPTIVE ESP®—celebrated its premiere in the Sprinter. In 2013, Crosswind and Adaptive Brake Assist followed, as did Collision Prevention Assist and Lane Keeping Assist. With the new generation of Sprinters, a number of new safety systems in this vehicle class are available, which actively support driving safety.

The new Sprinter supports the driver with additional electronic assistance systems, such as the Active Lane Keeping Assist, the active DISTRONIC Adaptive Cruise Control or Attention Assist, which can register signs of tiredness and suggest a rest period for the driver. Active Brake Assist warns the driver before a collision with an obstacle, braking the Sprinter autonomously if necessary — right up to emergency braking. In addition to vehicles driving ahead and stationary obstacles (e.g. at the tail end of a traffic jam), the system recognises pedestrians and cyclists crossing the road. The optional parking package with 360° camera facilitates pulling in and out of parking spots.

The high-performance WET WIPER SYSTEM windscreen wiper system, which sprays the cleaning fluid directly in front of the wiper blades, ensures good visibility at all times. This enables the best possible view for the driver during the wiping process. On request, the new LED High Performance headlights with Highbeam Assist and cornering light offer maximum night vision.

Sprinter minibuses have always been the benchmark in terms of safety. And this isn’t about to change. With numerous assistance systems, the new minibuses also meet the high safety standards of the Mercedes-Benz brand. Standard features on board include Crosswind Assist, ADAPTIVE ESP®, the anti-lock braking system and traction control. DISTRONIC Active Distance Assist, Active Brake Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist offer even greater safety.

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibuses will be manufactured by Tremonia Mobility GmbH (previously Minibus GmbH) from 01.01.2022, but will continue to be sold through Daimler Buses.  Further information.