Are Sprinter vans made by Dodge?
Not today. Sprinter vans are produced by Mercedes-Benz (Daimler) and marketed in North America as Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Freightliner Sprinter. Dodge offered a badge-engineered Sprinter in the 2003–2009 era, but that branding ended long ago and is no longer in production.
Background: what is a Sprinter?
The Sprinter name identifies a versatile light commercial van built by Mercedes-Benz for cargo and passenger use, with a global footprint and wide configuration options. In the United States, the Sprinter line has appeared under both Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner branding, depending on the market and era. A Dodge-badged Sprinter existed briefly in the mid-2000s as part of a corporate arrangement, but it is not part of the current lineup.
Historical relationship: when did Dodge have Sprinters?
Before outlining the milestones, here is a concise overview of how the Dodge connection fit into Sprinter history:
- 2003–2009: Dodge markets the Sprinter in North America as a rebadged Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, leveraging the then-collaborative relationship between Daimler and Chrysler.
- Late 2000s–2010s: Corporate restructuring leads to the Dodge Sprinter being phased out in favor of branding under Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz.
- 2010s–present: The Sprinter nameplate continues in the U.S. and worldwide as Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (and Freightliner Sprinter in the U.S.), with no current Dodge-badged Sprinter in production.
In short, the Dodge Sprinter lives on only as a historical badge on older vans and should not be considered a current offering from Dodge.
Current branding and how to buy
Today, Sprinter vans sold in the U.S. and many other markets are marketed under Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner brands. Buyers can choose cargo or passenger configurations, multiple wheelbases, roof heights, and engine options depending on the market. Dodge does not manufacture Sprinter vans today, though the Dodge brand remains active in other vehicle segments under Stellantis.
How to identify the correct model
If you’re shopping for a Sprinter, look for Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner branding and verify the VIN. A van with a Dodge badge and a Sprinter designation is an older model from 2003–2009 and not representative of the current lineup.
Summary
The Sprinter line originated with Mercedes-Benz. Dodge offered a Sprinter badge in the mid-2000s, but that branding was retired years ago. The current Sprinter models in production are marketed by Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner, with no active Dodge Sprinter in the lineup. For buyers today, the Sprinter choice centers on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Freightliner Sprinter rather than any Dodge variant.
