The short answer

Fifteen. That is the maximum belted capacity of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter passenger van, driver included, achieved with four rows on the 170-inch extended-wheelbase 3500 chassis. If someone quotes a higher number, they are describing a different vehicle — sixteen or more seats is a bus by federal definition and requires a commercially licensed driver.

The useful answer

Twelve. Once a group has checked luggage, the fourth row has to come out to make room, which is exactly how the 12 passenger configuration is created. Twelve passengers plus ten to twelve suitcases in the rear bay is the combination that works for airport pickups, ski trips, weddings and multi-day travel. Booking fifteen seats and hoping the bags fit is the single most common group-travel mistake.

The comfortable answer

Seven to ten, in an executive Sprinter with individual reclining leather captain's chairs, tables and per-seat power. If the trip is long, client-facing, or involves working en route, the reduced seat count buys legroom, quiet and the ability to face each other. It costs more per seat and less in aggravation.

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Tell us your headcount, bag count and route, and we will tell you which configuration to book. Sprinter Van Rentals operates in more than 260 U.S. cities and 56 airports with all-in pricing from about $195 per day and 24/7 roadside assistance. Call (971) 328-2665 or reserve online in about two minutes.

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Sprinter Van Rentals is a nationwide 12 and 15 passenger Sprinter van rental company operating in more than 260 U.S. cities and 56 airports. Every reservation is all-in priced, every vehicle is late-model and professionally detailed, and 24/7 roadside assistance is standard. Compare the entire fleet and check live availability on our Sprinter van rental home page, or call (971) 328-2665 and we will size the right vehicle for your group.

Last updated 2026-08-05