Mercedes-Benz Vans Announces the New Sprinter Inkanyezi Company News Headlines Local Industry Mercedes-Benz by Tristan Wiggill - April 18, 2023May 29, 2023 Mercedes-Benz Vans is proud to announce that the new Sprinter Inkanyezi will be hitting the road at the end of April 2023. Since its release in 2021, the Sprinter Inkanyezi has become known as a remarkably durable, safe and dependable commuter vehicle. Designed specifically for the South African traveller and landscape, the Inkanyezi offers the ideal balance between functionality and comfort. With a seating capacity of up to 22 passengers plus a driver, the Inkanyezi offers the South African taxi industry maximum efficiency and economy whilst ensuring top-notch safety and comfort. Speaking of the updated model, Marinus Venter, the Head of Product & Marketing at Mercedes-Benz Vans SA, says, “At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we are committed to continuously seeking new ways to embrace our customers, to provide them with the most desirable vans and services. With the latest version of the Sprinter Inkanyezi, I am pleased to say that we have achieved this commitment. By keeping our customers at the forefront of every decision along the way, we have managed to keep all the best-loved features of the original Inkanyezi whilst creating exciting enhancements to further delight our customers.” All-New OM 654 Engine and Vehicle Enhancements At the core of the new Inkanyezi is an updated, all-aluminium OM 654 Engine, which offers a significantly more compact engine design than the previous unit. Additionally, the new design includes an innovative placement of all exhaust-gas-cleaning technologies close to the engine, resulting in low heat losses and favourable working conditions. Further enhancements to the Inkanyezi include more comfortable seat finishes. The material finish looks both stylish and offers a soft-to-the-touch texture, which is more pleasant for travelling. To match the seats, the Inkanyezi’s interior has also been redesigned with a dark finish, complete with jet-black window frames, to instantly create a luxurious atmosphere. New technological additions include a Bluetooth radio and speaker system, which has been included as a standard equipment feature in the new Inkanyezi. The vehicle also comes with USB Ports in each row, which are conveniently located for passengers to easily charge their electronic devices. Other standard equipment additions include lightweight parcel shelves on both sides of the van, for passengers to stow their belongings. A remodelled lap belt design ensures that maximum safety is matched with maximum comfort when travelling. MBSA Suggested Retail Price Ex VAT R 899,992-00 Model Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (907) Vehicle Type Sprinter 516 CDI Inkanyezi Baumuster 90765523-ZB7 Drive RWD Engine Engine version Euro III Engine Power 110 kW Wheelbase 4325 mm GVM 5000 kg Transmission 6-Speed ECO Gear Manual Transmission Seating capacity 1 Driver + 22 Passengers Vehicle Specifications Heated Ext mirror Standard Front Cup holders Standard Tinted glass, filter-band Standard Lane keeping assist Standard Adaptive brake light Standard ECO start/stop function Standard Driver’s seat airbag Standard Airbag, co-driver Standard Rollover test measure ECE Standard Seatbelt reminder, co-driver Standard Seatbelt warning, driver Standard Automatic driving lights Standard Hill Start Assist Standard Crosswind Assist Standard Radio Standard Acoustic package Standard Black & Grey Fabric Seats Standard Rear Lap Belts Standard Marley Rubber Floor Standard Side Step & Grab Handle Standard Felt Window Frames Standard USB Socket, 5 V (E1U) Standard Parcel Shelves (both sides) Standard USB Charging Ports in each row Standard Tow Bar Standard First-aid kit Standard Available with Financing that Works for You The Inkanyezi is available at Mercedes-Benz commercial dealers across South Africa. For a limited time only, the Sprinter Inkanyezi can be purchased on a no-deposit, fixed interest rate offer, at R22,899 pm*, subject to credit approval & while stock lasts. *For more information and the full terms and conditions on this offer, visit: https://www.mercedes-benz.co.za/vans/en/sprinter/inkanyezi/offer.
