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MAN TGE TGE vs Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van
The MAN TGE TGE takes loads 1.48m (5ft) longer and holds 0.8 cubic metres more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load length: the MAN TGE TGE takes loads 1.48m (5ft) longer.
- Load volume: the MAN TGE TGE holds 0.8 cubic metres more.
Specifications side by side
| MAN TGE TGE | Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1239 kg (Standard WB, normal roof, 3.5t FWD); 1131 kg (Long WB, high roof, 3.5t FWD); 1059 kg (Extra Long WB, super-high roof, 3.5t FWD); 920 kg (5.0t RWD) | 1157-1165 kg (L2H2, 3.5t); 958-966 kg (L4H2, 3.5t); up to 2479 kg (L2H2, 5.0t, 515/517) |
| Load volume | 11.3 m3 (Standard WB, high roof); 18.4 m3 (Extra Long WB, super-high roof) | 10.5 m3 (L2H2); 14.0 m3 (L3H2); 15.5 m3 (L4H2) |
| Load length | 4855 mm (Extra Long WB) | 3375 mm (L2H2); 4810 mm (L4H2) |
| Towing capacity | 3000 kg braked (3.5t derivatives); 3500 kg braked (5.0-5.5t derivatives) | - |
Sources: MAN TGE TGE, Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TGE if...
- you want one that takes loads 1.48m (5ft) longer
- you want one that holds 0.8 cubic metres more
The TGE offers the same body shell and volume options as the Crafter it shares a factory with, but adds a 5.5t rear-wheel-drive derivative not available on the VW, aimed at fleets wanting a heavier payload without a 7.5t truck.
Full TGE specifications →Buy or hire the Panel Van if...
The Sprinter is priced and equipped as the premium choice in the large van class, and its 3.5-5.0t GVW spread with matching payload jumps makes it a common choice for fleets that need heavier derivatives without moving to a 7.5t truck.
Full Panel Van specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MAN TGE TGE and the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van?
The MAN TGE TGE takes loads 1.48m (5ft) longer and holds 0.8 cubic metres more. The MAN TGE TGE is a large panel van engineered alongside the Volkswagen Crafter, offered from 3.0t to 5.5t GVW.; the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van is a large diesel panel van offered from 3.5t to 5.0t GVW, a premium-positioned rival to the Transit and Crafter..
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