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Latest Mercedes-Benz Sprinter now available in SA
Latest version of this commercially successful vehicle comes with many tech refinements for safety and convenience
The all-new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, in passenger and cargo derivatives, has gone on sale in SA. The range is updated with a van-load of improvements in modern tech for safety and convenience. Available assistance systems include Cross Wind Assist and Hill Start Assist. Helping to retain its commercial strengths while moving it upmarket are the options of active Distronic, Lane-Keeping Assist, a reversing camera, Parking Package with 360-degree camera, a powered side door, rain sensors, keyless start, satellite navigation, and Active Brake Assist with danger warning acoustics. There is also new communication and entertainment equipment such as Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports and optionally you can specify Mercedes-Benz’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistant, which enables drivers to say things like “Hey Mercedes, take me to the harbour”. The inclusion of the new MBUX multimedia system into the Sprinter is an unparalleled feature in the commercial fleet sector. The new Sprinter ra...
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