i had a 2.1 Liter for 50k miles and 2 turbos and antifreeze starting leaking out of the engine ware it needed to be rebuild on a 2014 sprinter and i don't know what im talking about, common men do your homework please

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 I don't believe you, that's not possible at A or you give full throttle wherever possible. You have an answer to everything we say, so it becomes unbelievable

@mercedessprinterdiy8556 expspiditors are using these to haul up to 4 pallets of goods. I'm sorry you sound a little ignorant and arrogant on this subject. I spoke with one that did full time transport! He said if it's well maintained shouldn't be a issue . Rpms stay low and I run the Highway everyday.

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 These guys trying to say you are wrong either A) have never owned one or B) don't understand auto mechanics. There is a C) but I don't want to call them that. And no, it's not that C. LOL

What is 500,000 km for the USA? If I make 140,000 miles per year... a costly van just for 2 years ? Turbocharger to be replaced at about 200,000 miles.... Now they want to double that cost. This is absolutely European version of the power plant.

very true but you know how much that engine will suffer going over a overpass or a mountain towing 5000 lb , have you tried that yet? that means that engine will not last much and i had a 2.1 liter 7 speed Transmission before and it really suffer going over a small overpass and antifreeze started leaking from the block from the high engine stress

imagine if they build a 3.0 Liter 2 turbo 9 speed Transmission that will be equivalent to a V8 engine in my opinion

Do I have the 2023 2L high output diesel the first year they came out. I love mine

Ran my 23 2.0 in mountains and on long runs and so far perform great ! Also on highway getting 24 mpg is a bonus also. 9 speed starts at a nice low gears. I see people towing 18ft tandem axles with it ! So I don't think with proper gearing it's a issue. Very peppy in the city also I average about 21 to 22 in town.

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 truthfully I thing the gearing is the key. From what I've seen on mine it maintained a good steady speed up hill and down hill. Typically I have to move to the passing lanes on hills becuz everyone else is slowing.

Not bad but i had a 2.1 same as your an i was towing 5000 lb and antifreeze was coming out of the engine block so i had to sell it like that and now a smaller 2.0 , time will tell , time will tell my friend.

no i think i will keep my 3.0 Liter v6 sprinter for as long as i can it saves lots of fuel

Lol I will not be 😮 Surprise

i agree only time will tell thanks for your cement 👍

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 your a Moran for speaking before you try !

a very sad ending to a awesome van soon electric all the way coming soon

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 For shame! I've always enjoyed the outstanding engineering and superb handling of Sprinter vans for over 20 + years. And now a sad end indeed!

It’s not the van is expensive but the $ is so cheap under JD!

yes this prices are off the roof

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 mataron la industria.

Yes I agree DEF is what kills all diesel engines

i hope they do and only time will tell on what future problems this small engine and very complicated transmissions thanks for watching

it was just a comparison and only time will tell

i agree 100%

Build outs in the industry add to your weight capacity so it's obvious you wouldn't in your situation! But your situation there is no comparison to a cargo van at diffrent weights .

yes keep it and take great care of it im doing the same , this new electric is trying to kill the diesel trucks

thanks for sharing , we need to learn from this very small engine and the stress that the transmission is taking to make up for the very small engine.

From what I know about the engine is that the early ones had minor issues. All resolved best I understand. But the best part is they designed it to be able to go up in hp, for when the phase out of the v6 came. The heavy duty chassis with dual axle gets the higher hp motor possibly others two, it has been a few years since I looked at them. If I didn't get the deal on my 2014 right before covid, I would get the new HD chassis with the dual axle. As it is, I have the worst case, a passenger van not cargo, I added air bags and a heavy sway bar in the back and it tows like a dream. I have the high roof and the heavy sway bar helps a lot on the passenger van, they have a very soft suspension for comfort. The air bags are used to level everything especially if I have cargo in the back and the trailer. I have been through east coast mountains and it did well, down shifted good up the hills, I occasionally over rid to a lower gear if going too slow. But not heating issues ever, knock on wood. Will it tow or climb a hill like a strait 6 Cummins, no but then again, pick the right tool for the job. For me the great mileage when empty was important and reasonable towing capacity for my needs. Granted like anyone would, sometimes I wish I had more power, but then there are costs for that, it is give and take. I would love to hear from someone's experience with the HD newer model and if they like it. One thing I highly recommend on the 4 cylinder is not to go the full 15k interval for oil changes, the tiny turbos are sensitive to old oil as they run very hot. I go 10K miles pr less for oil changes. I know they changed intervals several times. To me oil is cheap insurance.

Gas or Diesel?

yes sir and he was very worried too

@mercedessprinterdiy8556 it's not by far ! Lmao you unfortunately didn't give it a try. In other market the prices are 5k over Dodge.

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 Did he call the police or the psychiatric hospital?

He prob gets cranks like you all day

but what about wen you hit Hight mileage and those turbos and transmission start giving you problems , only time will tell

Thanks for sharing the info

As long as you don't haul a lot of weight.You should be fine but also remember that diesel comes with a lot of maintenance , especially on the DEF system

Yes that is a joke

yes but v6 is much better of towing

lol thanks for watching

I had a 2.1 liter and I was towing , and the engine started leaking antifreeze from the block from the atress

True but poor transmission and 2 screaming turbos, more things that are very expensive to fix

All the Sprinters are now 2.0 Diesel or gasoline

wow but how many miles your ban has ?

is just that you pay 60 to 100$ for a small 2.0 4 cylinder engine that sucks on towing , did you ever had a v6 if you did you would know what im taking about

lol 😂🤣😁👍

23 is when they changed to a 2.0

@@stoneyvanwie6042 good to know I have a 2019 I’ll stick to 22 and under

@@BreakingElegance take one for a spin ! Gear to horsepower ratio is well known! I've own v8s to this and thoroughly impressed! Had a Nissan v6 before this and this is a dramatic half the fuel bill . I drive at least a 120 miles a day ! I come from another truck that was a E350 powestroke and this is so much better in maintenance drive and performance.

@@stoneyvanwie6042 I had a transit 250 before it was ok i just didn't like the styling vs the sprinter they're more mods to make the sprinter look nice to since its popular in the RV world but transits are starting to catch up

@BreakingElegance lol good luck with ford ! I'm a American car guy so being the 7.3 isn't around anymore that took 15.5 quarts of oil every 5k vs 10 quarts of Mobile one every 20k ! You decide what's best for you .

yes bi agree if you plan to tow

they did not take us in consideration i think they forgot about us that have needs of towing

awesome info thanks and this is terrible news for us

you have the best year and no DEF you have gold my friend

that's what they are pushing it sucks i like my diesel

@@mercedessprinterdiy8556 Life as we know it is finished..done..Rent sky rocket, food, gas..

they are getting worse

that transmission will work so hard to make up for the lack of power and two turbos really taking the life of the engine is al about time cap. it will run but for how long only time will tell, i will make a video in 6 to 8 years time and if I'm wrong i will apologize and stand up for my mistake cap,

What about a overloaded transmission it will give huge problems soon this is poor engineering Mercedes had no choice but to do this

Longevity and low cost repairs. If only they came with an LS lol

While the new twin-turbo high-output diesel engines, like the one in the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, offer advancements in horsepower and torque, there are some criticisms regarding the new 2.0-liter engine. Many reviews suggest that while the engine is feisty and comparable to the outgoing V-6 in terms of performance, it may not give the same level of confidence when the van is fully loaded or in demanding driving conditions. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the long-term reliability and durability of smaller engines in heavy-duty vehicles. It's important to consider these factors when comparing the new engine to the older, possibly more robust 6V diesel models. The improvements in transmission and steering are noted, but engine performance and reliability are crucial for the overall vehicle operation.

lol you are so right that's exactly what i sound 😂🤣

It's completely valid to disagree and seek a respectful dialogue. Sticking to the facts and maintaining a constructive conversation is important. Everyone's perspective is valuable, and it's crucial to communicate in a way that is considerate and avoids derogatory remarks. Let's focus on sharing insights and information that contribute to a meaningful discussion.

This guy sounds like every American should be saying when buying anything. This country is making all of our consumables so expensive to buy. $100,000 for a VAN!!!! With no seats!!!!!!

i need a van

v6 engines and 5 cylinder engine i had in the past but this new 2.0 L only time will tell lets weight

are you a mechanic , a v6 vs a 4 cylinder the engine and transmission life is reduced on the 2.0L

It is mainly a work van, get in wherever you choose. The build-out from kits containers still worries me, the quality concerns like Boeing Aircraft failures while operating.

yes i agree cap new sprinter are going to last less and give more transmission problems

very true