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MERCEDES SPRINTER 313 CDI
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Some cliches about German vehicles survive because they're true: like the fact that a new Mercedes will invariably be thoroughly engineered. The latest Sprinter lives up to the cliche with plenty of structural and electronic innovations that take passive and active safety to new levels — very reassuring, considering the conditions of this test.
Several drivers praised the Sprinter for its well organised and quiet cabin, offering plenty of space to move around in as well as lots of storage compartments. It was all wrapped up in good quality materials which, along with that superior build quality, distinguish it from most of the competition.
Compliments were also extended to the chassis' ability, which kept the Sprinter feeling corn posed over the varying road conditions, with no hidden surprises. Traction was good too, but less inspiring was Merc's choice of gear ratios. The gap between second and third was chasm-like, and sixth is of no use until you get up near the UK speed limit.
What's more the box is mated to an engine that feels a touch weak at times, offering little in the way of urgency when you put your foot down but still making its vocal presence felt in the cabin towards the red-line. Other adverse comments concerned the door mirrors, which had no separate adjustment for the blind-spot, while the view they gave of the passenger side failed to include the test marker,