Head to head
Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van vs Peugeot Partner
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.. The Peugeot Partner is a compact panel van in standard and long lengths.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van | Peugeot Partner | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1157-1165 kg (L2H2, 3.5t); 958-966 kg (L4H2, 3.5t); up to 2479 kg (L2H2, 5.0t, 515/517) | up to 984kg |
| Load volume | 10.5 m3 (L2H2); 14.0 m3 (L3H2); 15.5 m3 (L4H2) | up to 4.4m3 |
| Load length | 3375 mm (L2H2); 4810 mm (L4H2) | up to 3,440mm |
| Towing capacity | - | up to 750kg |
Sources: Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van, Peugeot Partner. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the Partner if...
A compact panel van for trades, couriers and local delivery work that want a small van with a long load area. It suits van hire for tools, parts and parcels where a larger van would be hard to park or manoeuvre.
Full Partner specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van and the Peugeot Partner?
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.; the Peugeot Partner is a compact panel van in standard and long lengths.
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