2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter towing capacity
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,500 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Roof Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van 144 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,124 | 3,426 |
| High Roof Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van 170 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,545 | 3,005 |
| High Roof Sprinter 2500 Extended Cargo Van 170 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,677 | 2,873 |
| Normal Roof Sprinter 2500 Crew Van 144 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,390 | 3,160 |
| High Roof Sprinter 2500 Crew Van 170 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,865 | 2,685 |
| Normal Roof Sprinter 2500 Passenger Van 144 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 5,739 | 2,811 |
| High Roof Sprinter 2500 Passenger Van 170 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 5,000 | 8,550 | 6,182 | 2,368 |
| High Roof Sprinter 3500 Cargo Van 144 in. WB DRW | — | — | — | 4.18 | 7,500 | 9,990 | 5,626 | 4,364 |
| High Roof Sprinter 3500 Cargo Van 170 in. WB DRW | — | — | — | 4.18 | 7,500 | 9,990 | 6,021 | 3,969 |
| High Roof Sprinter 3500 Extended Cargo Van 170 in. WB DRW | — | — | — | 4.18 | 5,000 | 9,990 | 6,164 | 3,826 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2012
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter carried a maximum tow rating of 7,500 lb. The 2013 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2013 Mercedes-Benz models
The rest of Mercedes-Benz's 2013 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz G550 | 7,716 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG | 7,716 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 7,500 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC | 7,500 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 | 7,500 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL550 | 7,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.