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Miguel K.
1 week ago
"Costa Mesa pickup for our 14-person crew — Sprinter was spotless, driver knew every Costa Mesa shortcut. Booking again for sure."
Costa Mesa Sprinter Van Rentals
4.9 rated·12–15 passenger vans
Costa Mesa Sprinter Van Rentals
We offer the largest selection of 12 & 15 passenger Mercedes Sprinter van rentals in Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Orange County, and the rest of the Orange County area
Costa Mesa Sprinter Van Rentals
Choose a 12 or 15 seat Sprinter in Costa Mesa.
Service Area
Costa Mesa, CA & surrounding areas
Google Reviews · Costa Mesa
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Sara R.
3 weeks ago
"Bachelorette weekend based in Costa Mesa. Easy delivery to our Airbnb, captain’s chairs, cold AC all day. Perfect for our group."
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Devon T.
1 month ago
"Booked the 15-passenger for a Costa Mesa event. On-time, full tank, no surprise charges — straight-forward and reliable."
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 Costamesa Ca
- Driver's license: A standard non-commercial driver's license typically covers 12- and 15-passenger Sprinters for personal and group use — check your state's rules for for-hire operation.
- Parking in Costamesa Ca: Sprinters are 11 ft tall — most surface lots fit, but check garage clearance (typical residential garage: 7 ft).
- Fuel: Diesel Sprinters average 18–22 mpg highway; budget one fill-up per ~450 miles.
- 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa
Where is pickup?
Pickup near John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Delivery to Costa Mesa 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.
Included in your Costa Mesa rate
There is no counter upsell in Costa Mesa. Roadside assistance, meet-and-greet at the airport and a detailed interior are standard; mileage, child seats and coverage are transparent line items during checkout. All major cards are accepted and the booking total is final.
Why renters choose us over national brands
We are not trying to rent you a sedan. Passenger vans in Costa Mesa 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 Orange County area bookings come from customers who have already rented from us once.
Costa Mesa Sprinter van rentals for groups of 7 to 15
Weddings, youth trips, reunions, offsites and airport runs across Orange County area all land on the same problem — too many people for a car, too few for a bus. Costa Mesa 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.
Our Costa Mesa service area
Costa Mesa deliveries run door to door. Common drop points include North Costa Mesa, South Costa Mesa, Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Historic District, along with resorts and venues throughout Orange County area. If your group lands on separate flights we can time the handover to the last arrival, and if you would rather collect the van yourself we will arrange a pickup point near your itinerary.
Trips Costa Mesa customers book most often
Group travel in Costa Mesa tends to cluster around Costa Mesa City Center, Costa Mesa events venues. 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.
Quick answers
Before you book a Sprinter van in Costa Mesa
Sprinter van rentals in Costa Mesa start near $195 per day. Every Mercedes-Benz Sprinter comes in a 12 or 15 seat layout, delivered anywhere in Orange County area, quoted all-in with no counter surprises.
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
- Costa Mesa 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
Which Costa Mesa neighborhoods and suburbs do you serve?
We run across Orange County area: North Costa Mesa, South Costa Mesa, Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Historic District and the towns between them all fall inside the standard Costa Mesa delivery area.
Can I take a rental van from Costa Mesa on a road trip?
Long trips are normal here — Costa Mesa City Center and similar destinations come up constantly. Add unlimited mileage at checkout and interstate driving is included; call (971) 328-2665 for one-way or month-long plans.
What is the minimum age to rent a passenger van in Costa Mesa?
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 offer church, school and group van rentals in Costa Mesa?
Organizations book differently from families, so Costa Mesa churches, schools and companies get certificates of insurance, purchase-order billing, tax-exempt handling and volume rates on recurring trips.
When should I reserve a passenger van in Costa Mesa?
Book early for peak Costa Mesa 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.
Can anyone with a regular license drive these vans in Costa Mesa?
No CDL is required for a standard 15 passenger van on a personal trip — an ordinary license is enough. The van drives taller and longer than a car, so allow extra room for braking, lane changes and overhead clearance.
What is the difference between the 12 and 15 passenger van?
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 Costa Mesa groups of 12 are more comfortable in the 15 seat van.
Why groups rent in Costa Mesa
Popular Costa Mesa trips with sprinter vans
Groups shuttle to Costa Mesa area sports, concerts, and community events. Sprinter vans handle Costa Mesa weddings, tailgates, and downtown venue drop-offs with luggage onboard.