The new eSprinter is the second commercial model from Mercedes-Benz, following the eVito, thus continuing the company's move towards electrification of its range.
The new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter can cover the widest possible range of urban applications. The maximum load space is up to 11 m3, just like a Sprinter with an internal combustion engine. Drive is at the front wheels with an output of up to 85 kW and torque of up to 295 Nm. The range of the 47 kWh battery is 168 km with a maximum load of 891 kg. A second battery option takes into account other priorities in the usage parameters. The useful battery capacity of 35 kWh allows a range of 120 kilometres to be achieved. In turn, the maximum load is increased to 1045 kg. The maximum speed is limited to 80 km/h, but can be increased to 100 km/h or 120 km/h if necessary. The built-in fast charging function also ensures flexibility and means the battery can be recharged from 10 percent to 80 percent in around 25 minutes.
Flexibility is equally important when recovering energy. Various modes regulate the degree of energy recovery generated during braking and can be optimally configured with gear controls on the steering wheel. The four recovery levels "D-", "D", "D+" and "D++" are selected from the steering wheel, while in the D-gear program proactive driving is possible with a single pedal.
In addition, the three driving modes "E+", "E" and "C" are offered so that the eSprinter can be driven particularly efficiently with a focus on improved comfort and for the benefit of greater range. For example, during recovery, energy is recovered if the vehicle slows down while the battery recharges when going downhill, instead of losing energy when braking. The corresponding setting for the driver and energy recovery level is shown on the instrument panel display. With this intelligent mode of operation, the economic performance of electric drive vans can be further optimised for everyday road use.
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