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Derrick M.
1 week ago
"ORD curbside pickup, smooth cruise down Lake Shore Drive to a wedding in River North. Sprinter was immaculate, heat blasted through the cold."
Chicago Sprinter Van Rentals
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Chicago Sprinter Van Rentals
We offer the largest selection of 12 & 15 passenger Mercedes Sprinter van rentals in Chicago, Naperville, Joliet, Elgin, and the rest of the Chicagoland
Chicago Sprinter Fleet
Sprinter vans available to rent in Chicago.
Service Area
Chicago, IL & surrounding areas
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Priya N.
3 weeks ago
"Cubs game day for 14 — driver dropped us right at Wrigley and scooped us up after the 9th. Easiest gameday transport in Chicago."
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Anthony S.
1 month ago
"Booked the Executive for a bachelorette in Fulton Market. Captain's chairs, mood lighting, on-time pickup at MDW. Top tier."
Sprinter Van Rental Seating/space guide
Seating
Sprinter Low Roof Seating Options
FordFord Transit Passenger Wagon (Low Roof)
Fits 12 people + 6–8 large suitcases
Best for: Airport transfers, corporate shuttles, family trips
- Fits standard garages
- 148" wheelbase
- Rear cargo shelf
Sprinter Mid Roof Seating options
FordFord Transit Passenger Wagon (Mid Roof)
Fits 12 people + 8–10 large suitcases
Best for: Group travel with extra headroom, tours, weddings
- Walk-through cabin
- 148" wheelbase
- More storage
Seat Counts & Luggage Capacity for mercedes sprinter vans
Mercedes Sprinter van Seating options
Mercedes-BenzMercedes Sprinter 2500 High Roof
Fits 12 people + 12–15 large suitcases
Best for: Family trips, church groups, sports teams
- Stand-up interior height
- Rear luggage bay
- Dual A/C zones
Top-down floor plan
Actual layout
Dimensions & Clearance for the Sprinters
- Exterior length (144" WB) 12 passenger Mercedes Sprinter
- 233.5 in / ~19.5 ft
- Exterior length (170" WB) 15 passenger Mercedes Sprinter
- 274.3 in / ~22.9 ft
- Exterior length (170" Extended)
- 290.1 in / ~24.2 ft
- Exterior width (with mirrors)
- 79.8 in / ~6.65 ft
- High-roof exterior height
- 132 in / 11 ft
- Standard-roof exterior height
- 132 in / 11 ft
- Interior stand-up height (High Roof)
- 79.1 in / 6 ft 7 in
- Interior cargo width
- 70.4 in
- Turning circle
- 39.4–47.4 ft
GVWR, Payload & Towing for Sprinters
- GVWR — Sprinter 2500 (12-pass)
- 8,550 lbs
- GVWR — Sprinter 3500 (15-pass)
- 9,900 lbs
- Curb weight (typical passenger)
- 5,900–6,600 lbs
- Payload capacity
- Up to 3,300 lbs
- Towing capacity (Class III hitch)
- Up to 7,500 lbs
Powertrain & Fuel Economy For sprinters
- Engine (diesel)
- 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (OM642)
- Engine (gas)
- 2.0L Turbo I4 (M264)
- Horsepower
- 188–208 hp
- Torque
- Up to 325 lb-ft
- Transmission
- 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic
- Fuel economy (highway)
- 18–22 mpg diesel
- Fuel tank
- 24.5 gallons
- DEF tank
- 5.8 gallons (diesel only)
Why the Mercedes Sprinter Dominates Group Transportation
First launched in 1995 and sold in the United States since 2001, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is the highest-rated full-size passenger van in North America. Its unibody construction, low step-in height, and 6-foot-7 stand-up interior give it a car-like ride that 15-passenger competitors like the Ford Transit and Chevrolet Express can't match.
Sprinters are engineered on a commercial-duty chassis (Class 2b–3), which is why airport shuttle operators, hotels, tour companies, and executive livery services choose them over minivans and SUVs for high-mileage service.
Sprinter Van Rental Rules For renting in Chicago
- Driver's license: In Illinois, a standard Class D license covers 12-passenger Sprinters; 15-passenger vans used for personal/family/church trips are also covered without a CDL when not driven for-hire.
- Parking in Chicago: Downtown Chicago garages often cap at 6'8". Use Millennium Park oversized lots, Soldier Field, or Navy Pier surface parking for an 11 ft Sprinter.
- Fuel: Diesel Sprinters average 18–22 mpg highway; one fill-up covers Chicago → Milwaukee, Indianapolis, or Lake Geneva.
- Insurance: Insurance is not required to rent. You can easily add affordable rental insurance during checkout for extra peace of mind.
- Luggage rule: Plan roughly one large suitcase per passenger for 12-pass, and one large suitcase each for fully-loaded 15-pass trips.
How to Rent a Sprinter van in Phoenix Az
Booked in minutes. Picked up the same day. Here's everything you need to know before you reserve — browse our Sprinters online, choose your pickup spot, and get on the road sooner.
1. Book your sprinter
Enter your dates and pickup location in Chicago, pick the 12 or 15 passenger Sprinter that fits your group, and confirm instantly — your exact van is locked in.
2. Send your paperwork
Share your driver's license and insurance after booking. We email the rental agreement a few days before pickup so everything is signed and ready.
3. Hit the road
We send you pickup details, do a quick 5-minute walkaround, and you're all set to hit the road. Bring it back fueled up and we handle the rest.
Questions about renting a sprinter van in Chicago
Where is pickup?
Pickup near Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Delivery to Chicago and surrounding areas available. Exact pickup address is sent to you by email after your reservation is confirmed.
How many miles are included?
Varies by vehicle
Each van has its own daily mileage allowance — shown on the vehicle page and at checkout. Extra miles or an unlimited-mileage upgrade can be added to any reservation.
How many seats?
12 & 15 passenger Sprinters
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter high roof vans, plus other passenger vans on request.
How much luggage fits?
Varies by vehicle
Photos of the cargo area and exact luggage dimensions are on every vehicle page.
Common reasons people rent a van in Chicago
Group travel in Chicago tends to cluster around O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Midway Airport (MDW), Soldier Field. Add wedding weekends, reunions, campus visits, conference shuttles and airport transfers and you have most of our book. Longer road trips are common too, which is why unlimited-mileage options matter here.
Chicago pricing, fees and what you get
Your Chicago quote already includes taxes, fees, roadside cover and a detailed interior — nothing is added at pickup. Unlimited mileage is available on most bookings, and extras like car seats or supplemental protection are chosen during checkout rather than upsold at the curb.
What makes a Chicago booking different here
We are not trying to rent you a sedan. Passenger vans in Chicago are the entire business, so the fleet is newer, the staff know what fits behind row four, and the reservation names the actual vehicle instead of a rental-class placeholder. That is the reason most of our Chicagoland bookings come from customers who have already rented from us once.
The Chicago Sprinter van lineup
Weddings, youth trips, reunions, offsites and airport runs across Chicagoland all land on the same problem — too many people for a car, too few for a bus. Chicago Sprinter van rentals sit exactly in that gap with 12 and 15 passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, each late-model, detailed between rentals and fueled at handover.
Chicago delivery and airport pickup
We bring the van to you anywhere in Chicagoland: Wicker Park, Lakeview, Hyde Park, Logan Square, Pilsen, Old Town, Gold Coast, Streeterville, Evanston, Oak Park, plus every suburb in between. Airport handovers include a meet-and-greet at the terminal, and off-airport drops work the same way at hotels, event spaces and homes. Return works in reverse — leave it where you started or arrange a different drop-off by phone.
Quick answers
Straight answers about Sprinter van rentals in Chicago
Chicago groups of 7 to 15 book Sprinter van rentals with us from about $195 per day — delivered to Chicagoland airports, hotels and private addresses, with unlimited-mileage options and taxes already in the quoted total.
Key details at a glance
- Vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 12 & 15 passenger, Sprinter high roof, Sprinter Executive
- Starting rate
- From about $195/day, with weekly and monthly discounts
- Delivery
- Chicago airports, hotels, venues, campuses and private addresses
- Minimum driver age
- 21 for the primary driver
- Included
- 24/7 roadside assistance, airport meet-and-greet, detailed interiors, all-in pricing
- Reservations
- Book online in under two minutes, or call (971) 328-2665
Common questions
Is there a mileage limit on Chicago van rentals?
Mileage is your choice: pick a set allowance or unlimited miles during checkout. Interstate travel is permitted on every Chicago rental, and multi-day trips to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Midway Airport (MDW), Soldier Field are routine bookings for us.
What is the minimum age to rent a passenger van in Chicago?
Drivers need to be at least 21 and hold a valid license plus insurance. That applies to everyone who will be behind the wheel, not just the person paying.
Do you have group programs for Chicago organizations?
We work with Chicago congregations, athletics departments, universities and employers regularly — paperwork like COIs and PO billing is standard, and repeat schedules get better pricing.
Can I book a Chicago van at short notice?
Book early for peak Chicago weekends, when 15 passenger vans sell out first. Outside those dates last-minute reservations are usually fine, and the phone line at (971) 328-2665 is faster than the form when the trip is tomorrow.
Is a CDL required for a 15 passenger van in Chicago?
A regular driver's license covers it. Commercial rules only come into play for certain paid-passenger operations; for church, family, school and corporate trips your normal license is fine.
Is the 15 passenger van worth it over the 12 in Chicago?
The 15 seat van adds a row; the 12 seat version trades that row for luggage space and easier movement inside the cabin. With bags for everyone, most Chicago groups of 12 are more comfortable in the 15 seat van.
How much is a Chicago 15 passenger van rental per day?
Expect from about $195 a day for a 15 passenger van in Chicago, less per day once the trip runs a week or longer. Every quote is a final, taxes-included number rather than a base rate that grows at the counter.
Why groups rent in Chicago
Popular Chicago trips with sprinter vans
Bears tailgates at Soldier Field, Cubs at Wrigley, White Sox on the South Side, Bulls and Blackhawks at the United Center, Lollapalooza, and McCormick Place conventions — with airport pickups from ORD and MDW.