Mercedes Benz 240
Built: 1985 · Series: Vans up to 3.5 t (Class N1)
More machines from model year 1985
Sprinter and Vito — what the three-digit number says
On Mercedes vans the three-digit number is not a model name but a shorthand for two facts. The first digit gives the weight class, the following two the power class. A Sprinter 313 CDI produces 129 hp, a 316 CDI 156 hp — the number rises with engine output while the leading 3 holds the class.
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More important than the number for a used purchase, however, is the internal series code. W906 denotes the Sprinter generation from June 2006 to December 2019 — thirteen years under one code. W907 and W910 followed. Comparing two offers both called "Sprinter 313", look for the series code and the year, not the type number.
Within the W906 there was a technical break: from mid-2009 the four-cylinder diesels came with the OM 651 engine, coupled to a six-speed manual designed for commercial use. A 2008 vehicle and a 2012 one carry the same type designation and have different engines.
Entries in this class come largely from official registration data. Dimensions, weights and axle counts are reliable; equipment, body height and wheelbase of individual vehicles are not consistently recorded there and should be checked on the vehicle itself when buying.
Sources: DeWiki: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, auto-wiki: W906, ADAC
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,276 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Width | 1,790 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,490 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,038 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Mercedes Benz 240 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,490 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Mercedes Benz 240?
2,038 kg.
What engine does the Mercedes Benz 240 have?
4 cylinders, 2,276 cm³ displacement.
When was the Mercedes Benz 240 built?
Production years: 1985.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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This page carries 9 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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108 D
108-D KA
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