From Transport Evolved.

Most new electric vehicles we get to test are massive luxury SUVs or oversized pickup trucks — impressive, sure, but not exactly aligned with our mission to cover cleaner, greener, safer, smarter, and more equitable transportation and energy.

But this summer, Nikki finally got a break from blinged-out behemoths and slid behind the wheel of something refreshingly practical: the 2025 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. Specifically, the 110-inch long-wheelbase, high-roof, fully-electric commercial van — a rare sight in any press fleet.

Designed for delivery drivers, tradespeople, small business owners, and anyone dreaming of a camper-van conversion, this eSprinter is built to work. And as Nikki (and our camera operator) discovered, driving something with true real-world utility is… surprisingly exciting.

Join us as we take a deep dive into efficiency, practicality, interior tech, real-world range, charging, and whether this professional-grade EV deserves a spot in your fleet — or your driveway.

See the related blog post (including transcription) for this video at: https://www.transportevolved.com/2025/11/18/2025-mercedes-benz-esprinter-the-electric-van-that-means-business/

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*⏱️ Chapter Breakdown:*

00:00 – Introduction
01:01 – Montage (Music: Moran – Girl) https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/girl/2119
03:11 – This Review Is a Little Different
05:23 – Choices Vary Depending on Where You Live
08:11 – Less Noise Than Expected
10:07 – Visibility Is Good
11:15 – Interior Impressions & Familiarity
12:54 – Currently Being Driven Empty
13:53 – Load Carrying
14:40 – Energy Efficiency
15:45 – Town Driving
17:24 – Creep, Hold & Hill Start Assist
18:58 – Drive Modes
19:56 – Range
22:55 – Driver Cluster Overview
24:02 – Versatility
25:18 – Recreational Potential
27:23 – Fancy Bits Added for the Press Fleet
28:39 – Sounds From the Drivetrain & Vehicle
29:41 – A Little Underpowered, But…
33:07 – Closing Thoughts (Not Another Massive SUV)
Music: (Coffee Stop by Aves) https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/coffee-stop/132138
Music: (Velvet Sky by Ariel Shalom) – https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/velvet-sky/132334
37:06 – Thanks & Goodbye

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*🎙️ Credits:*

Host: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield
Camera, Edit, Color: Vi Horton
Art & Animation: Erin Carlie
Producer: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield
Music: via Artlist.io