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info@chicagovanrentals.comThe short answer: a 15-passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. It seats all 12 with 3 seats to spare, and about 4 ft of luggage space behind the last row.
| Van | Luggage behind the last row | Starting at | Choose it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15 - best pick | About 4 ft, plus 3 spare seats | $180 / day | Everyone brings a large suitcase |
| Grand Recliner 15 or Golden Chariot 15 | About 4 ft, plus 3 spare seats | $210 / $260 / day | A long drive - seats recline 45° (Grand Recliner) or 65° (Golden Chariot) |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 12, Grand Recliner 12 or Golden Chariot 12 | About 4 ft | $180 to $250 / day | Medium bags, and you want Sprinter comfort |
| Ford Transit 12 (low roof or medium/high roof) | About 3.5 ft | $120 / day | Everyone packs light and you want the lowest price |
| Avoid: Ford Transit 15 | None | $120 / day | Not for luggage trips - fine for 13 to 15 people traveling light |
On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column. Starting daily rates. Longer rentals enjoy a lower daily rate. Ford Transit medium/high roof starts at $130 a day.
One large suitcase each? Book the 15-passenger Sprinter. Carry-on bags and backpacks only? A 12-passenger van is enough.
Put the largest suitcases in first behind the last row, then fill the gaps with soft bags. Soft bags pack better than hard cases.
In a 15-passenger van, the 3 empty seats hold backpacks, coats and snacks, so the aisle stays clear.
Flying in? We deliver the van to your O'Hare or Midway terminal for customers flying in or out - 24/7, with an after-hours fee before 8 AM, after 5 PM or on weekends. Add your flight number when you book.
Height check: Mercedes-Benz Sprinters are about 10.5 ft tall - avoid parking garages and drive-throughs.
The same on every van: self-drive on a regular driver's license (no CDL), 250 free miles per day then $0.35 per extra mile, three drivers included, and terminal delivery at O'Hare and Midway for customers flying in or out.
Yes, when everyone packs light. A 12-passenger Sprinter has about 4 ft of space behind the last row and a Ford Transit 12 about 3.5 ft. If everyone brings a large suitcase, the 15-passenger Sprinter is the safer choice, because its 3 spare seats hold the extra bags.
The Ford Transit 15 has no luggage space behind the last row, so 12 people with suitcases will run out of room. It is a good, low-cost van for groups traveling light.
No. A regular valid driver's license is enough. Drivers must be 25 or older (21 or older with a CDL, a business rental or approval), and three drivers are included.
Reserve online at any hour. Our reservation team is available by phone 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM.
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