Maximizing Space and Comfort: Why the High-Roof Mercedes Sprinter is the Best Choice for Adventure

When you're hitting the open road for extended adventures, comfort and functionality are key. The high-roof Mercedes Sprinter van offers an exceptional balance of space, versatility, and practicality that makes it an ideal choice for adventurers who prioritize both comfort and functionality. I'll start off by mentioning when I spoke with our techs about high-roof vans, they offered me this wonderful nugget: none of them have had a standard-roof van owner order another standard-roof van.  Every owner seems to want to upgrade on their next van to the high-roof. Let’s explore the specific reasons why the high-roof Sprinter stands out as the ultimate adventure vehicle:

Ample Headroom

One of the most immediate benefits of the high-roof Sprinter is the ample head clearance—over 6 feet, in fact. This makes it easy for most people to stand up fully inside the van, providing an incredibly comfortable environment for day-to-day living or extended trips.

Imagine being in the Pacific Northwest, cooking a meal with the doors open - how nice would it be to easily cook and move around freely without constantly bending down? It adds a home-like comfort, even in the wilderness.

Spacious Interior

With the additional vertical space, the high-roof Sprinter offers more interior room for creative layouts. This means adventurers can include upper storage, bunk beds, showers, projector screens—features that enhance both comfort and functionality.

Picture traveling full-time in a Sprinter outfitted with bunk beds for the kids and a standing shower, transforming the vehicle into a mobile home that can support a family lifestyle.

Flexible Garage Space

A high-roof Sprinter also offers the perfect solution for adventurers who need a flexible garage space in their van. With the added height, you can easily create a designated storage area in the back or under portion of the van for essential gear like bikes, skis, camping equipment, or even surfboards. This makes it easier to organize your gear without encroaching on your living space, allowing for a clutter-free environment while keeping everything you need for outdoor adventures securely stored and easily accessible. The extra vertical space is ideal for creating a functional garage area that still maximizes the interior layout.

Versatility for Customization

The extra vertical space allows for endless customization options. Whether you’re looking to build modular kitchens, install upper shelving, or an extra sleeping area, the high-roof Sprinter makes it easy to tailor the van to your unique needs without sacrificing living space.

With the high-roof Sprinter, we could install a lofted bed inside your high-roof Sprinter, leaving the lower section of the van open for a functional kitchen setup and extra storage. The sky is the limit here!

Comfortable for Tall Adventurers

Tall travelers (and the van techs building your van!) often struggle to find vehicles where they can stand and move comfortably. The high-roof Sprinter solves that problem by offering plenty of headroom for even the tallest adventurers to move around freely, cook, or use the space as a workspace.  These high-roof Sprinters also make for amazing mobile coffee shops or snack trucks - allowing you to freely move around even at the busiest order times.

Better Storage Options

The vertical storage options available in a high-roof van make it easier to keep the living area organized and clutter-free. Whether you’re storing camping gear, bikes, or bulky adventure essentials, the high-roof Sprinter has the capacity to store it all without taking away from your living space. Let's face it, there's never 'too much storage space' in a van, why not get the most storage flexibility available on the market?

Improved Mobility Inside

The increased height allows for easier movement inside the van. With the freedom to move between the kitchen, living, and sleeping areas without bending or crouching, it’s easy to stay comfortable while going about daily activities inside the van. On days when the weather isn't so forgiving, you can enjoy passing the time in remote areas without feeling confined.  

Two Words: Hot Showers

While there are a few options for outdoor showers when you have a standard-roof van, imagine being able to take a nice, hot shower inside your van after a long hike in the rain, or a fun afternoon snow-shoeing. Sure, you can do that behind your van, but privacy isn't always available and you'll also need to turn that hot water off to dry off! Wet skin combined with windy, cold temps can lead to a not-so-comfortable experience.  Want to take that to the next level? All of our Pendulum Vans come with steam showers.  Yes, you read that right.  Steam showers!

Enhanced Comfort for Long Trips

Long trips can feel cramped without enough room to move around, but the high-roof Sprinter solves this problem with its additional space and standing room. It allows adventurers to stretch, move freely, and live comfortably while on the road for extended periods.

Fuel Efficiency with Space

Despite its larger size, the high-roof Mercedes Sprinter retains impressive fuel efficiency, making it a smart choice for those who want both space and economy. The added room doesn’t significantly impact fuel consumption right out of the gate, so adventurers can enjoy the benefits of a spacious van without worrying about high fuel costs. Remember, however, the more you add inside, the more it contributes to fuel consumption - but we think this is still worth it and our van builds are very conscious of the weight we're adding inside each custom van.

The high-roof Mercedes Sprinter truly excels when it comes to offering comfort, versatility, and space for long-term adventurers. Whether you're looking for more headroom, better storage options, or a spacious living area, the high-roof model has everything you need for a smooth, enjoyable journey.