If you are looking for a hardworking van to add to your Irvine commercial fleet, you may already be considering either the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van or the Ford Transit van. Both are versatile vehicles offering a variety of options when it comes to body styles, capabilities, and features, but which is the best choice for your business or organization? This 2025 Sprinter van vs. Ford Transit van comparison from Fletcher Jones Van Center will provide you with details on the trim levels, pricing, exterior dimensions, and interior features of each model to help you make an informed decision. If you are ready to experience all that a new Sprinter van has to offer, contact us to schedule a test drive at our dealership in Costa Mesa today.
The pricing of the Sprinter van and the Transit van is competitive, although the Sprinter MSRP is higher across the lineup. The price difference is understandable when you take into consideration the superior build quality of the Sprinter van. Make sure to explore our current new Sprinter van specials to take advantage of some of the best Sprinter lease and finance offers in the Huntington Beach area. Meanwhile, review the starting prices for the vans in the 2025 Sprinter and Transit lineups below:
2025 Sprinter Cargo Van: Starting at $50,830 MSRP*
2025 eSprinter Cargo Van: Starting at $61,180 MSRP*
2025 Sprinter Passenger Van: Starting at $56,930 MSRP*
2025 Sprinter Passenger Van Select: Starting at $64,780 MSRP*
2025 Sprinter Cab Chassis: Starting at $54,130 MSRP*
2025 Ford Transit Cargo Van: Starting at $47,400 MSRP
2025 Ford E-Transit: Starting at $45,700 MSRP
2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van XL: Starting at $56,400 MSRP
2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van XLT: Starting at $58,200 MSRP
2025 Ford Transit Chassis Cab: Starting at $44,300 MSRP
Both the 2025 Sprinter Vans and 2025 Ford Transit Vans are available in a variety of different configurations, with varying roof heights and wheelbases. The exterior design of these vans is somewhat similar. However, the bold styling of the Sprinter van projects a professional image on the roads in and around Costa Mesa and Laguna Beach with its aerodynamic design, rugged build quality, and customizable lighting. Here are the exterior dimensions for each of the Sprinter and Transit configurations:
2025 Sprinter Cargo Van Standard Roof 144-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof 144-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof 170-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof Extended 170-inch wheelbase
2025 eSprinter Cargo Van Standard Roof 144-inch wheelbase
2025 eSprinter Cargo Van Standard Roof 170-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Passenger Van Standard Roof 144-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Passenger Van High Roof 170-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Cab Chassis Standard Roof 144-inch wheelbase
2025 Sprinter Cab Chassis Standard Roof 170-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Low Roof 130-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Medium Roof 130-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Low Roof 148-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Medium Roof 148-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Medium Roof 148-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit High-EL 148-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Cab Chassis Medium Roof 138-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Cab Chassis Medium Roof 156-inch wheelbase
2025 Ford Transit Cab Chassis EL 178-inch wheelbase
The Sprinter and Transit cargo vans offer standard seating for 2 to 3 occupants, while their respective passenger vans seat up to 12 or 15, depending on the configuration you choose. The Sprinter Cab Chassis model seats 2 to 3, and the Transit Cab Chassis seats 2. The Sprinter lineup also offers a Crew Van, which can seat up to 5 with plenty of space for transporting tools and equipment. As for technology, the Transit offers an optional Ford SYNC infotainment system with either a 4-inch or 12-inch display. Your Sprinter can be equipped with the MBUX infotainment system that offers a 10.25-inch touchscreen and intelligent voice control. Take a look at some of the standard features of the Sprinter and Transit vans to see which is best suited to your Orange County driving needs:
2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Standard Features
Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors
Instrument cluster with color display
Heated driver's seat
Emergency Call
Active Brake Assist
Hill Start Assist
Crosswind Assist
Rain sensor
Rear-view camera display in the rear-view mirror
2025 Ford Transit Standard Features
Power-adjustable exterior mirrors
Manually-adjustable front seats
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
Hill Start Assist
Side-Wind Stabilization
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Rear-view camera
We are a premier Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealership, and along with our extensive new Sprinter inventory, we offer:
Flexible Sprinter Financing Solutions
Professional Sprinter Maintenance & Repair Services
Genuine Sprinter Parts
Original Sprinter Accessories
Sprinter Upfit Options
If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to give us a call at (949) 718-3300
*Base MSRP excludes transportation and handling charges, destination charges, taxes, title, registration, preparation and documentary fees, tags, labor and installation charges, insurance, and optional equipment, products, packages and accessories. Options, model availability and actual dealer price may vary. See dealer for details, costs and terms.
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