2020 Mercedes Sprinter Complete Off Grid Build

If you’re looking for a true off-grid, four-season Sprinter that’s already built the right way, this is it. This van was professionally planned and assembled with a heavy emphasis on reliability, comfort, and real-world usability, not shortcuts.

Off-Grid / Electrical (Victron System)

The electrical system is built around a high-end Victron setup and a massive 600Ah LiFePO4 lithium battery bank — fully app and gauge controllable. It also includes:

1. 300W Renogy solar with MPPT charge controller
2. Dual 30A Victron Orion DC-DC chargers
3. Tons of 12V + 120V outlets
4. Custom control panel for switches, water levels, pumps, thermostat, etc.

This system easily supports travel, camping, and real off-grid living.

Climate / Four-Season Comfort

This rig is built for year-round use:

1. Velit 2000R 12V A/C (efficient draw ~19A/hr)
2. 5kW diesel heater (Bluetooth)
3. MaxxAir fan
4. Fully insulated with 3M Thinsulate (double insulated in certain areas)

Interior / Living Features

Designed to be comfortable and functional:

1. Pop-outs with sliding windows + covers
2. New full-size bed (12” thick)
3. Waterproof vinyl plank flooring
4. Captain’s chairs + passenger swivel
5. Flip-up kitchen table
6. Alpicool LG 53qt fridge
7. 24” projector screen + portable 4K projector
8. Large rear garage (approx. 60” x 36” x 28”) — fits 2 e-bikes + gear

Water / Shower Setup

A legit water and shower setup for long trips:

1. 32×24 shower w/ Nautilus shower door
2. Brand new portable cassette toilet
3. 40 gal fresh water tank
4. 38 gal grey water (22 + 16)

Exterior / Adventure Ready

Built to explore:

1. Agile Off-Road RIP kit (4600 lb rating)
2. Baja rear shock brackets
3. Falken Wildpeak AT3 tires (matching spare)
4. Westin front bumper w/ bull bar + pod lights + light bar
5. Roof rack + ARB 12ft LED awning
6. Wheel well ladder
7. 30A charge port + exterior GFCI outlets