Choosing the right lift kit for your Mercedes Sprinter can significantly improve comfort, stability, and off-road capability. Whether you’re building a camper van, an overlanding rig, or a long-distance touring vehicle, the suspension setup you choose will determine how your Sprinter performs in real-world conditions.
In this guide, we compare the 50mm and 120mm lift kits, highlight who each one is best for, and explain how pairing them with Falcon Shocks enhances overall handling and ride quality.
What Does a Lift Kit Do for a Sprinter?
A lift kit increases the ride height of your Sprinter, improving:
- ground clearance
- approach and departure angles
- suspension travel
- stability on rough terrain
- ability to run larger tires
Depending on the lift height (50mm vs 120mm), the overall handling, comfort, and performance characteristics change significantly.
This is why choosing the right kit matters for your specific build, payload, and driving style.
50mm Lift Kit Overview
Daily Driving / Usage
- mild off-road
- mixed highway / dirt roads
- camper builds up to medium weight
Benefits
- works perfectly with Falcon Shocks
- maintains factory ride feel
- improves stability without major geometry changes
- easiest upgrade (OEM-friendly)
When to Choose the 50mm Kit
Choose the 50mm lift if you want balance, comfort, and a moderate lift without altering driving dynamics.
120mm Lift Kit Overview
Daily Driving / Off-Road Use
- rough terrain
- forest trails
- extended overlanding trips
- vans with heavy camper conversions
Benefits
- major increase in ground clearance
- better obstacle clearance
- improved stability for heavy builds
- ideal for vans with bumpers, racks, spare carriers
- works extremely well with Falcon Shocks
When to Choose the 120mm Kit
Choose the 120mm lift if your Sprinter is heavily built, frequently off-road, or needs maximum clearance and stability.
50mm vs 120mm – Side-by-Side Comparison
Feature-by-Feature Breakdown
Ride Comfort
50mm: Best comfort, closest to factory feel
120mm: Firmer ride, tuned for heavy builds
Terrain Capability
50mm: Mild off-road, mixed terrain
120mm: Rough terrain, forest trails, overlanding
Handling & Stability
50mm: Improved stability
120mm: Maximum stability under load
Ground Clearance
50mm: Perfect match with Falcon Shocks
120mm: Works excellent with Falcon Shocks
Ideal For
50mm: Daily driving
120mm: Frequent off-road use
Best Suited For
50mm: Daily driving
120mm: Frequent off-road use
Which Lift Kit Should You Choose? (Conclusion)
Choose the 50mm Lift Kit if:
- You want the best possible ride comfort
- You drive mostly on paved roads with occasional mild off-road
- Your van build is light or medium weight
- You prefer a handling feel that stays close to factory
- You want a balanced upgrade without dramatically changing the vehicle dynamics
Choose the 120mm Lift Kit if:
- Your Sprinter is a heavy camper conversion
- You frequently drive on rough trails, forest roads, or uneven terrain
- You need maximum ground clearance
- You carry added weight (bumpers, racks, gear, accessories)
- You prefer a firmer suspension feel with more stability under load
Our Recommendation
If you’re not sure which lift kit fits your setup, the 50mm + Falcon Shocks combination is the ideal choice for most Sprinter owners — offering comfort, stability, and enough clearance for everyday use.
Need help choosing the right setup?
We’re here to help you pick the right lift kit based on your van build, weight, terrain, and driving style.
Reach out anytime, and we’ll guide you to the perfect suspension setup.
