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Fiat Professional Doblo vs Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van

The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van holds 6.1 cubic metres more. The Fiat Professional Doblo takes loads 7cm longer.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

Fiat Professional Doblo
Fiat Professional Doblo - image: E-Doblo (electric) version shown; image from Donnelly Group (Fiat Professional dealer)
Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van
Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van - image: Sytner Mercedes-Benz

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Fiat Professional DobloMercedes Sprinter Panel Van
Load volume4.4 m310.5 m3 (L2H2); 14.0 m3 (L3H2); 15.5 m3 (L4H2)
Load length3.44 m3375 mm (L2H2); 4810 mm (L4H2)
Payload1 ton1157-1165 kg (L2H2, 3.5t); 958-966 kg (L4H2, 3.5t); up to 2479 kg (L2H2, 5.0t, 515/517)

Sources: Fiat Professional Doblo, Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Doblo if...

  • you want one that takes loads 7cm longer

A compact van for tradespeople, couriers and maintenance crews who need a small footprint for town work but still want to carry long items. It suits van hire for tools, parts and light deliveries.

Full Doblo specifications →

Buy or hire the Panel Van if...

  • you want one that holds 6.1 cubic metres more

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 Fiat Professional Doblo and the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van?

The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van holds 6.1 cubic metres more. The Fiat Professional Doblo takes loads 7cm longer. The Fiat Professional Doblo is a compact panel van with load-through bulkhead, diesel or electric (E-Doblo); 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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