The Diebag Van

2026

Date of Build

Mercedes Sprinter AWD

Chassis

170

Length

Build Tier

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This 2025 Sprinter AWD 170 in our El Capitan Tier is built for travelers who want comfort, storage, and capability in one clean setup. It features a king bed, 800Ah Battle Born power system, 33 gallon water tank, roof A/C, diesel heat, full kitchen, outdoor shower setup, weBoost connectivity, and a rugged exterior package with upgraded suspension, recovery gear, extra fuel capacity, and rear storage.

FEATURES

Platform

2025 Mercedes Sprinter 170 AWD
El Capitan build tier, level 5 of 5
Extended 170 wheelbase layout
Vehicle body flares
Swivel passenger and driver seats
All-terrain wheels and tires

Electrical

400W solar system
100 amp DC-DC battery charger
800Ah Battle Born smart lithium iron phosphate battery
3000W pure sine wave inverter/charger
6x 110V electrical outlets with USB-A and USB-C
1x 110V GFCI outlet on side of control panel
Additional switched GFCI outlet for Bosch
30 amp shore power plug-in

Plumbing

33 gallon over-the-wheel-well freshwater tank
Water level sensor
Freshwater heating pad
Greywater system with heating pad
Quick connect outdoor shower with upgraded black shower head
Rear door shower privacy screen
Electric water heater
Laveo dry flush toilet with internal battery
Felt bottom and vertical mounted leather handle
Velcro strap to hold toilet in cabinet

Heating and Cooling

Premium insulation package with Havelock wool
Foam insulation on all PEX plumbing lines and fittings
Exterior pipe insulation for under-van plumbing
RecPro tank heater pad on greywater tank
RecPro tank heater pad on freshwater tank
Maxxair Deluxe ceiling vent fan with remote
12V roof mounted air conditioner with remote
Espar diesel powered cabin heater

Kitchen

Acacia butcher block countertop
Pop-up end counter
Stainless steel undermount sink
Flush butcher block sink insert
Portable single burner induction cooktop
Cooktop storage under sink
Isotherm Cruise 130 refrigerator
700W microwave

Interior and Design

Natural Walnut acoustic slat panel ceiling with black felt
Integrated ceiling strip lighting
Painted shiplap siding
Luxury vinyl plank wood style flooring
Advanced interior lighting package
LED strip under kitchen kicker
Garage light
2 reading lights wired independently
White Seekr Sirocco II wall mounted fan

Storage

2 overhead cabinets
28 inch under counter double-door cabinet
2x 15 inch under counter drawer/storage cabinet combos
2 floor-to-ceiling closets with shelves and hanging rods
Custom CNC bench seat with Laveo toilet and separate storage door
CA Vans folding bed step
2 FVCO heavy duty pull out trays
FVCO Sprinter van step extension shoe cubby
Headliner shelf
FVCO rear storage box

Sleeping and Living

King memory foam bed
75 inch front-to-back sleeping layout
Vehicle body flares for extra sleeping space
Lagun adjustable swivel table
Passenger side sliding door T-vent window
Driver side T-vent window
Rear cargo door solid glass windows
Magnetic blackout window coverings, set of 10
Full bug net package

Technology and Connectivity

weBoost Drive Reach RV cell signal booster
USB-A and USB-C charging outlets
30 amp shore power connection
ARB air compressor kit

Exterior and Upgrades

FVCO Sprinter standard roof rack
Light bar compatible fairing
FVCO wheel wrap side ladder
Exterior perimeter lighting package
50 inch LED light bar
Electric awning with integrated LED lights
Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade
Van Compass Baja bracket rear shock mount
Van Compass differential skid plate
Mud flap relocation kit
Steel Craft side steps
CA Tuned front bumper
CA Tuned Mercedes-Benz Sprinter skid plate
Baja Designs LP9 PRO amber LED bumper lights
Warn 12S winch
MOJAB recessed winch shackle with fairlead
2 D-rings
Tuff Skin truck bed liner protection
Matte black painted Sprinter hood
Owl Vans Aero Hood Spoiler
CA Vans STOP-STAY rear door safety system
FVCO spare tire carrier
FVCO rear step
FVCO rear door platform
S&B 45 gallon extended range fuel tank
All-terrain wheels and tires, set of 5

Safety

Carbon monoxide and smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
Magnetic blackout window coverings
Full bug net package

Interior Colors and Finishes

Flooring: Glendale Pine
Countertops, tables, trim, and control panels: Dirty Boots stain
Slat ceiling: Natural Walnut with Black Felt
Cabinet paint: Silver Tipped Sage
Wall paint: Papago Soft White
Fixtures: Matte Black
Outlets: White
Door handles and hardware: Dark Brown Leather with Black Knobs
Rims: Stadium Matte Black
Cushion fabric: Sunbrella Undercurrent Storm
External flares: Paint matched to van
Sprinter hood: Matte Black