Midwest Automotive Designs builds two distinct lines of executive and team transport vans on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform. The G45 and G55 are handcrafted private travel vehicles designed for executives, families, and high-end group transport — combining the seating capacity of a passenger van with the interior quality of a luxury aircraft. The Athletic Series is purpose-built for collegiate and professional sports programs that demand comfortable, branded team transportation without sacrificing a single feature.
At Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates, we are one of Midwest’s premier dealer partners for both lines. We carry inventory, accept custom orders, and deliver anywhere in the country.
The G Series
G45 and G55 — Which One Is Right for You?
The G45 and G55 share the same Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD platform, the same 208HP high output diesel engine, and the same core interior feature set. The difference is seating capacity and overall length. The G45 accommodates up to 9 passengers on the 144-inch or 170-inch standard wheelbase. The G55 stretches to the full 24-foot 3-inch extended wheelbase, seating up to 11 passengers with full captain’s chair comfort throughout.
Both are available in rear wheel drive or all wheel drive, and both offer the complete Midwest interior — custom handmade woodwork, luxury diamond-stitch seating, Alpine sound system, front 32-inch HDTV, rear climate control, full privacy shades, and Firefly touchscreen coach controls.
G45
Compact Executive · 144″ or 170″ STD
PassengersUp to 9
Wheelbase144″ or 170″ Standard
Overall Length19’7″ or 22’10”
Engine2.0L HO Diesel · 208HP
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
HDTVFront 32″ Standard
Best ForSmaller groups, golf teams, corporate
G55
Full Capacity · 170″ Extended
PassengersUp to 11
Wheelbase170″ Extended
Overall Length24’3″
Engine2.0L HO Diesel · 208HP
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
HDTVFront 32″ Standard
Best ForLarger teams, maximum capacity
G SERIESOpen Side Entry · Black SLS Diamond Seating · Ambient Roof Lighting
G SERIESFull Cabin View · Diamond Stitch Captain’s Chairs · Firefly Display
G SERIESFront Cabin · SLS Diamond Black Leather · Driver and Passenger Recovered
G SERIESFull Passenger Cabin · 9 Passenger Configuration · Rear HDTV
G SERIESCaptain’s Chairs with Fold Down Tables · Individual Controls · Cup Holders
Specifications
G45 and G55 Standard Dimensions
Engine
208HP Diesel
2.0L Inline-4 High Output · 9G-Tronic 9-Speed Auto
G55 Overall Length
24’3″
170″ EXT wheelbase · Maximum passenger capacity
G45 Overall Length
19’7″ or 22’10”
144″ or 170″ STD wheelbase
Overall Height
9’3″ RWD
9’7″ on AWD configuration
Interior Height
74″
Full stand-up height throughout
Drivetrain
RWD or AWD
All wheel drive available on all configurations
Floor Plans
G45 and G55 Configurations
G45
7 Passenger · 144″ WB · 19’7″ Overall
Passengers7
Seating4 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
Wheelbase144″
Overall Length19’7″
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
G45
9 Passenger · 144″ WB · 19’7″ Overall
Passengers9
Seating6 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
Wheelbase144″
Overall Length19’7″
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
G55
9 Passenger · 170″ EXT · 24’3″ Overall
Passengers9
Seating6 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
Wheelbase170″ EXT
Overall Length24’3″
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
G55
11 Passenger · 170″ EXT · 24’3″ Overall
Passengers11
Seating8 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
Wheelbase170″ EXT
Overall Length24’3″
DrivetrainRWD or AWD
G45 — 7 Passenger
144" Wheelbase · 19’7" · 4 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
G45 — 9 Passenger
144" Wheelbase · 19’7" · 6 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
G55 — 9 Passenger
170" EXT Wheelbase · 24’3" · 6 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
G55 — 11 Passenger
170" EXT Wheelbase · 24’3" · 8 Captain’s Chairs + Power Rear Sofa
Standard Features
Fully Loaded. Standard.
Every G45 and G55 leaves the Elkhart factory with the complete standard feature set below. No stripped base models. Every seat is finished, every system is active, and every detail is handcrafted by Midwest’s certified upfitters.
Custom Handmade Woodwork Throughout
Midwest’s signature satin wood finish on all cabinetry, door panels, and overhead storage. Coordinated with seating and wall fabric on every build.
Luxury Custom Seating with Double Needle Stitching
Soft touch automotive fabric throughout. Double needle stitched accents on every captain’s chair. Driver and passenger seats also recovered to match.
Alpine Sound System with Amp and Subwoofer
Full cabin Alpine audio with dedicated amplifier and subwoofer. FM radio with Bluetooth. HDMI input. 110V outlets throughout.
Front Overhead 32″ HDTV
HD display standard at the front of the cabin. Visible from every seating position. HDMI-compatible and streaming capable.
Firefly Touchscreen Coach Controls
Single touchscreen manages interior lighting, rear climate, and entertainment throughout the cabin from any seat.
Internal Rear AC and Heating System
Independent rear climate control keeps passenger cabin temperature separate from the driver cabin.
Complete Privacy Shade Package
Dark tinted side and rear windows with full privacy shades. Gives team members the ability to rest and prepare without outside visibility.
Wall Consoles with Cup Holders
Integrated wall-mounted consoles with cup holders at every row. USB outlets at each rear seating location.
Slide Tracks for All Captain’s Chairs
All captain’s chairs mount on slide tracks for adjustable positioning. Full seat belt package throughout.
Composite Wood Grain Flooring
Durable composite flooring designed to handle athletic equipment, foot traffic, and daily team use.
2,000 Watt Inverter and Coach Battery
Dedicated coach battery with 2,000W inverter powers all cabin electronics independently. Shoreline hookup included.
Stainless Steel Hubcaps and Running Boards
Polished stainless steel hubcaps and fiberglass running boards. Color keyed bumpers and body moldings. Back-up camera standard.
Available Packages and Options
Configure Your G Series Build
Add on Power Packages — Choose One
Hybrid
540 Hybrid Lithium Package
Chargers2 x 40 Amp Chargers
Inverter3000W Xantrex
Solar320W Solar Power
CoolingEngine Driven AC + Gree AC & Heat Pump
HeatDiesel Fired Heater
Full Lithium
1080 Hybrid Lithium Package
Alternator270 Amp Secondary Alternator
Inverter3000W Xantrex
Solar320W Solar Power
CoolingGree AC & Heat Pump (Removes Engine AC)
HeatDiesel Fired Heater
Add-On Packages
Technology
Advanced Technology Package
Rear Alpine Pro System · 4 Camera Driver Aid · Power Window Shades
Adventure
Overland Exterior Package
Roof Rack & Ladder · Tube Side Steps (Removes Aerokit) · Front Overhead KC Lights for Roof Rack
Appearance
Onyx Package
High Gloss Black: Front & Rear MB Emblem · Front Grill · Smart Plug · Utility Bay Latches · Black Step Lights · Black Cabinet Hardware · Black Light Bezels · Black Kitchen Faucet
Entertainment
Tailgate Package
Power Awning with LED Light · Outside Entertainment: 110V Outlet, HDMI Output, Marine Speakers
Individual Options
VB Air Ride Rear Suspension System
Diamond Shield
Removeable Fabric Front Partition
Rear Partition Wall with Rear Storage Shelf
Pedestal Table
All Wheel Drive Chassis
Seat Heat & Massage for All Captains
Additional HDTVs
Custom Team Branding & Exterior Wrap
Refrigerator and Microwave
Braun UVL Wheelchair Lift (Removes 1st Row of Chairs)
Surround View Camera System
Midwest Automotive Designs
The Athletic Series
Purpose-built team transport. Custom branded. Fully loaded. The preferred choice of collegiate and professional sports programs across the country.
The Athletic Series
Built for Families, Executive Travel and Teams. Designed to Win on and Off the Field.
The Midwest Automotive Designs Athletic Series is configured specifically for families, sports team transportation, and executive travel. Optimized for collegiate and professional athletic programs: maximum seating, team-branded customization, equipment-friendly interiors, and the comfort that helps athletes arrive rested and ready to compete.
The Athletic Series has become the go-to choice for golf programs, tennis teams, and other individual sport teams. Midwest excels in customizing every Athletic Series van to incorporate team logos, school colors, and unique design elements. Every build is handcrafted in Elkhart, Indiana.
ATHLETIC SERIESAthletic Floor Plan · 9 Passenger EXT ·
ATHLETIC SERIESMichigan State Golf · Custom Green Ambient Lighting · Branded Headrests
ATHLETIC SERIESRear Storage Configuration · Hats · Clothes · Equipment Ready
ATHLETIC SERIESMichigan State · Obsidian Black · Custom Team Branding
ATHLETIC SERIESDuke Golf · · Duke Blue and Black Two-Tone Wrap
ATHLETIC SERIESButler Bulldog · Rear Storage Bay · Custom Branded Door Panels
ATHLETIC SERIESAthletic Series Custom Branding · Interior and Exterior Detail
Who Is the G Series and Athletic Series For?
Golf Programs
The standard of collegiate golf travel. Golf programs from major conferences across the country have adopted the Athletic Series as the standard for team transport. The combination of individual captain’s chairs, film review capability, team branding, and Mercedes-Benz reliability makes it the most appropriate vehicle for representing a program at tournaments.
Tennis and Individual Sports
Perfect for smaller competitive squads. Tennis, golf, swimming, and other individual sport programs typically travel with 6 to 9 athletes and one or two coaches. The G45 in 7 or 9 passenger configuration fits this use case precisely.
Executives
Private group travel at a level no rental vehicle reaches. The G55 in executive configuration provides 11 seats of genuine luxury for corporate team travel, VIP transport, and airport-to-venue runs.
Hotels and Hospitality
Elevate the guest experience from arrival onward. Luxury hotels, wineries, private clubs, and resort properties use the G45 and G55 for guest shuttle service. Custom branding options allow full logo integration throughout the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates
Ready to Build Your G Series or Athletic Series?
We carry G Series inventory and accept full custom orders for both the G45/G55 and Athletic Series. Our van specialists will walk you through every configuration, branding option, and financing program — and we deliver anywhere in the country.
View G Series & Athletic Van Inventory
Call 847-885-7000
1000 W Golf Rd · Hoffman Estates, IL · Nationwide Delivery Available
