Mercedes panel vans are highly desirable in the used van market. This is thanks to the design and engineering that Mercedes put into all of their commercial vehicles. These panel vans have been engineered like a commercial vehicle, rather than a converted passenger car. This means that a well-maintained example should see a few hundred thousand miles without any major issues. As you would expect from the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, Mercedes panel vans come in all shapes and sizes.
Looking for the largest of load volumes? Then you need to be searching the Mercedes Sprinter listings. The Sprinter really comes into its own over 3.5 tonnes GVW, but don’t forget that you will need an operator’s licence and, if the driver is under 50 they may need to take an additional driving test. Looking for a smart, reliable, manoeuvrable panel van, but don’t need acres of interior space, then check out the mid-sized Mercedes Vito. Simply looking for a small city van? Then the Mercedes Citan is the one for you. Based on the Renault Kangoo platform, Mercedes have had their engineers working on the fundamentals of ride and feel to make the Citan feel more like a Mercedes than a Renault.
When comparing used panel vans it is also worth considering the safety angle. This is where Mercedes vans always score well. They have been the first to implement many safety features – passive and active – that took other van makers some years to catch up. This means that an older Mercedes panel van may have many more safety features than a comparable panel van from another brand.