Mercedes Sprinter Mk2 vs Mk3 Body Kit: What Maxton Naming Means

Information: Mercedes Sprinter Mk2 vs Mk3 Body Kit: What Maxton Naming Means

On a Mercedes Sprinter, Mk2 and Mk3 are informal generation labels used by aftermarket brands such as Maxton Design, not official Mercedes-Benz chassis codes. Mk2 generally corresponds to the W906 Sprinter built from 2006 to 2018, and Mk3 corresponds to the W907 Sprinter built from 2019 onward. Knowing which label maps to which chassis code matters because a bumper, grille or side skirt built for one generation will not fit the other.

Why Aftermarket Brands Use Mk2 and Mk3 Instead of Chassis Codes

Mercedes-Benz identifies Sprinter generations by internal model series codes, such as W906 for the 2006-2018 van and W907 for the 2019-present van. Aftermarket styling brands often replace these codes with simpler generation shorthand, Mk2 and Mk3, to make product listings easier for buyers who do not know the factory codes by heart. The shorthand is a marketing convenience, not a technical specification, so it can vary slightly between brands.

Sprinter Mk2 vs Mk3 Body Kit: Quick Comparison

DL Auto Design lists parts by the Mercedes-Benz chassis code (W906, W907) rather than by Mk2 or Mk3, because the chassis code is the more precise reference point when confirming fitment for a specific van.

Where the Mk2 vs Mk3 Label Can Cause Confusion

The Sprinter W907 range covers several front-end variants sold across multiple model years, including pre-facelift and facelift bumpers. A listing marked only Mk3 does not tell you whether it fits the earlier or later W907 front end. Two further points buyers should check before ordering:

• Facelift changes: the W907 range includes a facelift front bumper, listed separately from the earlier W907 front bumper design. Confirm which one matches your van before ordering.
• W910 references: a small number of listings cover both W907 and W910 fitment together. If your van uses a W910 chassis code, confirm the exact chassis and production year with your documentation rather than relying on the Mk3 label alone.

Mercedes-Benz technical guidance also notes that bumper modifications must account for the vehicle actual parking sensor, radar and camera configuration. This applies regardless of whether a product is marketed as Mk2, Mk3, W906 or W907.

Which Generation Suits Which Buyer

If your van was built between 2006 and 2018, you need parts listed for the W906 chassis, sometimes marketed elsewhere as Mk2. If your van was built from 2019 onward, you need parts listed for the W907 chassis, sometimes marketed elsewhere as Mk3, and you should also check whether your van is pre-facelift or facelift. Buyers who are unsure of their exact generation should check the chassis plate or vehicle documentation before comparing any body kit listing, regardless of which naming system the seller uses.

DL Auto Design Options by Chassis Code

DL Auto Design lists Sprinter exterior parts under the official Mercedes-Benz chassis codes rather than Mk2 or Mk3 shorthand, so you can match a part to your van directly. For the earlier generation, see the Mercedes Sprinter Tuning Front Bumper W906. For the current generation, see the Mercedes Sprinter Tuning Front Bumper W907. Confirm your exact chassis code and production year against the product listing before ordering.

Checklist Before Ordering by Generation Name

• Identify your van build year and chassis code from your registration documents or chassis plate.
• Match that chassis code (W906 or W907) to the listing, rather than relying only on a Mk2 or Mk3 label from a third-party brand.
• Check whether the listing specifies pre-facelift or facelift, since both exist within the W907 range.
• If a listing mentions both W907 and W910, confirm which one applies to your specific van before ordering.
• Note your van's parking sensor and camera configuration, since bumper changes must account for these regardless of naming convention.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mk2 an official Mercedes-Benz Sprinter designation?

No. Mk2 is informal shorthand used by some aftermarket brands. The official Mercedes-Benz code for that generation is W906, covering vans built from 2006 to 2018.

Is Mk3 the same as the W907 Sprinter?

Mk3 is commonly used by aftermarket brands, including Maxton Design, to describe the current Sprinter generation, which Mercedes-Benz identifies as W907, built from 2019 onward. Always confirm the chassis code rather than relying on the shorthand alone.

Does DL Auto Design use Mk2 or Mk3 naming on its product listings?

No. DL Auto Design lists Sprinter parts under the official Mercedes-Benz chassis codes, W906 and W907, to keep fitment identification precise.

Why do some listings show both W907 and W910 together?

Some product listings bundle fitment for W907 and W910 in a single entry. If your van uses a W910 chassis code, confirm the exact match with your vehicle documentation before ordering.

What should I check before buying a body kit sold as Mk2 or Mk3?

Check your van's build year and chassis code first, then match that code, W906 or W907, to the product listing. Also confirm whether the part is pre-facelift or facelift within the W907 range.

Mk2 and Mk3 are convenient shorthand terms used by some aftermarket brands, but the reliable reference point for fitment remains the Mercedes-Benz chassis code, W906 or W907. Confirm your van's build year and chassis code before ordering, then browse DL Auto Design's W906 and W907 listings to find the correct front bumper, grille or side skirt for your specific Sprinter.