The Honest Comparison

Sprinter or Ford Transit?

Both are excellent 12 and 15-passenger vans. The right choice depends on your budget, the length of your journey and how much comfort your group would like.

Serving groups since 2014Chicago's largest family-owned van rental companyNo overbooking - the van you reserve is the van you drive

Side by Side

Mercedes-Benz SprinterFord Transit
Seats10, 12 or 1512 or 15
Luggage with 15 peopleAbout 4 ft behind the last rowNone on the 15-passenger (about 3.5 ft on the 12)
RoofHigh roof - stand-up headroomMedium/high roof or low roof
ComfortRoomier seats; luxury conversions availablePractical, comfortable bench seating
Entertainment32-inch smart TV, Xbox, DVD/Blu-ray, power outlets, Android Auto / Apple CarPlayNo TV
FuelDieselGasoline
ParkingAbout 10.5 ft tall - no garages or drive-throughsLow roof is the easier choice in the city
Starting rateFrom $180 / dayFrom $120 / day
Towing (select vans)Sprinter 2500: 4,000 lbsTransit medium roof: 3,600 lbs
Choose the Sprinter if
  • Fifteen travelers are bringing suitcases
  • You are driving long distances
  • You are hosting VIP guests or a wedding party
  • You would like entertainment on board

Explore Sprinter rental

Choose the Transit if
  • Your group is traveling light
  • You want the lowest cost per seat
  • You prefer a lower roof in the city

Explore Ford Transit rental

What is the same: both come with 250 free miles per day, two additional drivers free, terminal delivery at O'Hare and Midway, and no CDL requirement.

Pickup, Delivery and Returns

Melrose Park

3217 W Lake St

Melrose Park, IL 60160. About 13 minutes from O'Hare and Midway - our closest location to O'Hare.

Van rentals in Melrose Park

Berwyn

6825 Ogden Ave

Berwyn, IL 60402, on historic Route 66. About 13 minutes from Midway and O'Hare - our closest location to Midway.

Van rentals in Berwyn

Coming soon

Bensenville

1108 S York Rd

Bensenville, IL 60106 - our newest location, next to O'Hare.

Hours

7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM. Reserve online at any hour; phone reservations at (773) 800-9898 during business hours.

Airport Terminal Delivery

For customers flying into or out of O'Hare, Midway or a private airport. Available 24/7, 365 days a year - before 8 AM, after 5 PM or on weekends, an after-hours fee applies - or collect your van at Melrose Park or Berwyn with remote check-out at any hour.

O'Hare · Midway

Home Delivery

On special request with special delivery pricing, Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 2 PM in a two-hour window - not on weekends or national holidays.

Home delivery

Early Returns

Flying out early? Return the van to our location and leave the keys in our 24/7 key drop box - no after-hours fee.

Parking

Coming from farther away? Leave your own car at our lot during the rental (paid service).

Rental Terms at a Glance

Drivers

Age 25+ (21+ with a CDL, business rental or approval). Three drivers included - the primary plus two additional - then $20 per day each.

Deposit & Hold

$200 to reserve. At pickup, a $400 hold on a credit card or $500+ on a debit card. Prepaid cards are not accepted.

Mileage

250 free miles per day, pooled across the rental, then $0.35 per additional mile.

Cancellation

Free within 24 hours of booking.

Travel

Anywhere in the USA and Canada. One-way rentals anywhere in the USA for a one-way fee.

No Overbooking

We take a deposit on every booking, so the van you reserve is the van you drive.

Full details are in our rental policy.

Our Full Fleet: All 12 Vans

From a 7-passenger minivan to our flagship executive Sprinter, every van is dealership serviced and cleaned before every trip. Rates shown are starting daily rates - longer rentals enjoy a lower daily rate, with shorter bookings up to $450 per day.

The Luxury Sprinter Collection

The Flagship

Sprinter Road Cruiser 10-Passenger Executive Van

10 passengersExecutive

Our flagship. Individual captain seats swivel to face one another and recline 80 degrees, framed by ambient lighting and hardwood floors.

From$350/ day

Sprinter Golden Chariot 15-Passenger Luxury Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

Luxury seating that reclines 65 degrees - composed for weddings, family milestones and long journeys.

From$260/ day

Sprinter Golden Chariot 12-Passenger Luxury Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

The Golden Chariot experience for a smaller party - seats recline 65 degrees on the 170-inch wheelbase.

From$250/ day

Sprinter Grand Recliner 15-Passenger Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

Seats recline 45 degrees for genuine rest on long drives; the 170-inch wheelbase still fits a single parking space.

From$210/ day

Sprinter Grand Recliner 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

Reclining 45-degree seating on the 144-inch wheelbase - easy to drive, and it fits a single parking space.

From$200/ day

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15-Passenger Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

A 32-inch smart TV, Xbox, DVD/Blu-ray, power outlets, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay - the ideal choice for 15 travelers with suitcases.

From$180/ day

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

The same entertainment suite - smart TV, Xbox, DVD/Blu-ray and power outlets - in a 12-passenger layout.

From$180/ day

Ford Transit

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Extra headroom for 15 travelers packing light. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

From$130/ day

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

Extra headroom plus luggage space behind the last row. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

From$130/ day

Ford Transit Low Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Our most economical way to move 15 people. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

From$120/ day

Ford Transit Low Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

Economical and practical, with luggage space behind the last row. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

From$120/ day

Family Minivan

Minivan (7 Passengers)

7 passengersRegular luggage

Relaxed, familiar comfort for families and small groups.

From$50/ day

Sprinter vs Ford Transit: Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Sprinter or Ford Transit better for a group trip?

For long journeys and comfort, the Sprinter. For the best value, the Ford Transit.

Which is cheaper to rent?

The Ford Transit - from $120 per day (low roof) and $130 per day (medium/high roof). Mercedes-Benz Sprinters start at $180 per day. Longer rentals enjoy a lower daily rate.

Do I need a CDL for either van?

No. A regular valid driver's license is enough for both.

Can I get either van with airport delivery?

Yes. We bring either van to your O'Hare or Midway terminal for customers flying in or out.

Found Your Van?

Reserve online at any hour. Our reservation team is available by phone 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Van rentalsRental FleetMercedes Sprinter & Ford Transit, 7 to 15 seatsBook a Van

More

WhatsApp Chat