2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 oil type depends on the engine: the Van Cargo Extended, 4WD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Cargo Extended, RWD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Cargo, 4WD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Cargo, RWD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Crew, 4WD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Crew, RWD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Passenger, 4WD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter); the Van Passenger, RWD takes MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 (10.6 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Van Cargo Extended, 4WD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Cargo Extended, RWD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Cargo, 4WD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Cargo, RWD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Crew, 4WD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Crew, RWD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Passenger, 4WD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
- Van Passenger, RWD: MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5, 10.6 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Cargo Extended, 4WD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo Extended, RWD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo, 4WD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo, RWD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Crew, 4WD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Crew, RWD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Passenger, 4WD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Passenger, RWD | MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5 | 10.60 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 take?
It depends on the engine: Van Cargo Extended, 4WD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Cargo Extended, RWD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Cargo, 4WD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Cargo, RWD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Crew, 4WD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Crew, RWD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Passenger, 4WD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5; Van Passenger, RWD uses MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5, 229.3 or 229.5.
How much oil does a 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Van Cargo Extended, 4WD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Cargo Extended, RWD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Cargo, 4WD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Cargo, RWD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Crew, 4WD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Crew, RWD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Passenger, 4WD holds 10.6 quarts with filter; Van Passenger, RWD holds 10.6 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
Yes. The factory-specified viscosity is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.