Launch into the action
As with so many of the upfitted campers and weekenders we feature here on Autoblog, this 2023 Entegra Coach Launch began life as a humble 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, specifically a 2500 4×4. Sprinters are the gold standard in this industry, both because they are slightly tilted towards the luxury end of the passenger van segment and because that quality comes with plenty of customization options and robust customer service. Entegra only began expanding into the Class B market in 2021, but it has a much longer pedigree in more purpose-built, ground-up RVs to draw on, resulting in the machine we are looking into today!
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They’ll never see it coming
The original exterior color of this Sprinter is Pebble Gray, and that has been accented by a vinyl camouflage strip wrapped around the middle. This particular 2500 Sprinter was ordered with an extended-height roof, and atop it sit a pair of solar panels, an air conditioner, and a storage box, with a left-side roof ladder for access and additional storage boxes in the back.
A TerraWagen hood deflector and wheel arch flares improve off-road capability, while the electric awning over the passenger side makes the campsite just a little more comfortable once you get there. Up top, a light bar has been fitted above the windshield, while aftermarket side steps and a rear hitch step have also been added. The rubber meets the road with 17″ Black Rhino Arsenal wheels that are shod in 265/70 Hankook Dynapro AT2 Extreme tires.
Live and move in style
Up front sit a pair of heated captain’s chairs, done in black leatherette with camouflage seat covers. The rest of the forward compartment is also done in black, from the door panels to the dash to the carpeting. An MBUX infotainment screen sits in the center of the dash, where features such as Distronic cruise control, crosswind assist, and a full 360-degree camera system can be accessed. There is also a removable table set between the seats. A multifunction tri-spoke wheel sits in front of a 0-130 mph speedometer and a 5,000 rpm tachometer, with a digital display between them for additional vehicle information.
Heading back, the camouflage accents continue in the living area, which includes two linked, forward-facing seats on one side, and a kitchenette with a forest-scene countertop, folding table, sink, cooktop, and refrigerator. There is also a small bathroom with a shower and toilet further back, alongside rear cargo compartments and a bench seat, which folds down for the power-operated bed lift. Audio equipment includes a Fusion Bluetooth system linked to overhead Polk speakers.
Your standard Sprinter engine gets the job done
Under the hood sits a 3.0L (183ci) turbodiesel V6 for good low-end torque as well as high-end fuel efficiency. Factory-new, the powertrain should deliver 188 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque in ideal conditions. All of that power is pushed to the rear wheels by way of a seven-speed automatic transmission, which includes a dual-range transfer case for even more efficient running. The owner indicates that the suspension has components from a smorgasbord of companies, including Agile Off-Road, Bilstein coilovers, Fox rear shocks, and Sumo Springs bump stops. Of the 25,000 miles on the odometer, only about 5,000 have been added by the current owner in 2025.
Final thoughts: This Entegra Coach is ready for Launch
Van life can be many things to many people. It’s a weekend away every now and then to some, while to others it is about every weekend somewhere new or a 24/7 lifestyle. Whatever your experience and commitment level, though, this Entegra Launch is a good starting point. You can check out the auction here, where there are plenty more photos, and if you like what you see, even place a bid.
