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The Ultimate Family Van and Tailgating Vehicle — Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55

Most family vehicles ask you to make compromises. The minivan fits the kids but sacrifices every adult comfort. The luxury SUV is comfortable but runs out of space the moment you add gear, luggage, or a full game-day setup. The Midwest Automotive Designs Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55 do not ask for compromises. They are fully built luxury vehicles on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform — capable of carrying a full family in individual captain's chairs, cooking a full meal on the road, running a tailgate setup before kickoff, and sleeping the parents at a campground afterward. No other vehicle on the market does all of this in one platform.

Whether you are driving the family to a Florida beach week, setting up before a Big Ten game, hauling your son's baseball team and their gear, or just heading north for a long weekend with no hotel reservation, these three vans cover every situation a family or sports fan will throw at them.

11
Max Passengers (G55)
110V
Power at Every Row
32"
Front HDTV Standard
1080Ah
Max Lithium (Luxe Cruiser)
AWD
Available on All Models
74"
Stand-Up Interior Height

Why These Vans Are Built for Families

Individual Captain's Chairs for Everyone

Every passenger in a G45 or G55 sits in a dedicated luxury captain's chair with seat belt, adjustable position, and individual armrests. No bench seating, no lap-sharing, no arguments about middle seat. The Luxe Cruiser seats up to 6 in captain's chairs with the same individual comfort throughout.

32" Front HDTV for the Whole Trip

The front overhead 32-inch HDTV is visible from every seat in the G45, G55, and Luxe Cruiser. Kids watch movies. Parents stream the pre-game show. Everyone stays entertained without a single screen argument. Compatible with HDMI sources and Bluetooth streaming devices from any seat.

USB and 110V at Every Row

USB charging outlets at every rear seat location. 110V AC power throughout the cabin from the 2,000W inverter. Every device stays charged for the entire trip without anyone fighting over a charging cable in the console.

Independent Rear Climate Control

The G45, G55, and Luxe Cruiser all feature an independent rear air conditioning and heating system that operates separately from the driver's front cabin controls. Kids can be warm while the driver stays cool. No more temperature negotiations on I-90.

Full Privacy Shades for Naps and Night Driving

Complete privacy shade package on all three models. Dark-tinted side and rear windows with full pull-down shades. Kids sleep on the road. Babies nap in the back. Night driving becomes genuinely peaceful instead of a negotiation over overhead lights.

Gear, Luggage, and Equipment Fit

The rear sofa converts to a cargo platform when not occupied. Add the rear partition wall with storage shelf option and you have a dedicated luggage and equipment zone completely separated from the passenger cabin. Hockey gear, strollers, beach chairs — all out of sight, all contained.

Why These Vans Are Built for Tailgating

A Sprinter van at a tailgate is not just a vehicle. It is the base of operations — the place where the food comes from, where the drinks stay cold, where the TV is, and where everyone wants to be. The Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55 are the only vans on the market equipped to run a full professional-quality tailgate without a single extension cord, generator, or folding table from Target.

Cook the Full Spread On Board (Luxe Cruiser)

The Luxe Cruiser's dual-burner induction cooktop, convection microwave, and refrigerator let you cook brats, wings, dips, and sides entirely on board without any propane tanks, camp stoves, or outdoor cooking setup. The kitchen runs off the onboard battery system — no generator, no extension cord, no noise.

Tailgate Package — Power Awning and Outdoor Entertainment

The optional Tailgate Package adds a power awning with LED lighting, an exterior 110V outlet, HDMI output to an outdoor display, and exterior marine speakers. Deploy the awning, plug in your outdoor TV, and extend the party outside the van — all powered from the onboard system.

Watch the Pre-Game in Air-Conditioned Comfort

The 32-inch front HDTV and full rear climate system turn the G45, G55, or Luxe Cruiser cabin into a private luxury suite in the parking lot. Everyone watches the pre-game broadcast in individual captain's chairs with perfect climate control while everyone else is standing in the wind.

Alpine Sound System Runs the Lot

The Alpine audio system with amplifier, subwoofer, and optional Tailgate Package exterior speakers creates a sound setup that most people only have at home. Stream music from any device via Bluetooth. The 110V outlet and HDMI output handle the rest of the setup.

2,000W Inverter Runs Everything

The 2,000W coach inverter powers all cabin electronics, kitchen appliances, and exterior outlets simultaneously from the onboard battery. With the Luxe Cruiser Freedom Package, the 1,080Ah lithium system runs a full day of tailgating without any shore power or generator.

Seats the Whole Crew for the Drive

After the game, everyone piles back in. G55 seats 11. G45 seats up to 9. Luxe Cruiser seats up to 6. Every seat is belted, every seat is a captain's chair, and nobody is sitting on a cooler for the drive home. It is a fundamentally different way to experience a game day.

The Tailgate Package — What It Includes

Available on the Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55

The Tailgate Package is an optional add-on that transforms any of the three vans into a purpose-built tailgate vehicle. It includes a power awning with LED lighting that deploys at the touch of a button, an exterior 110V outlet for outdoor appliances and displays, an HDMI output port for connecting an outdoor TV or monitor, and exterior marine speakers that tie into the Alpine audio system. Combined with the van's onboard inverter and battery system, you have a completely self-contained tailgate setup that requires nothing from the stadium parking lot except a parking space.

FeatureLuxe CruiserG45G55
Front 32" HDTVStandardStandardStandard
Alpine Audio with Amp and SubStandardStandardStandard
110V Outlets InteriorStandardStandardStandard
USB at Every SeatStandardStandardStandard
2,000W InverterStandardStandardStandard
Rear Climate ControlStandardStandardStandard
Full Privacy ShadesStandardStandardStandard
Tailgate Package (Awning + Outdoor AV)OptionalOptionalOptional
Kitchen (Cooktop, Fridge, Microwave)StandardOptionalOptional
Wet BathStandardNot AvailableNot Available
Onboard SleepingStandardPower Rear SofaPower Rear Sofa
Max Passengers6911
AWD AvailableYesYesYes

How Families Actually Use These Vans

College Football Season Ticket Holders

Drive to every home game in the G55 with the full family and a group of friends. Set up the tailgate with the awning and outdoor speakers. Watch the pre-game in air-conditioned comfort. Leave the stadium and everyone piles into one vehicle for the drive home. One van replaces three cars and a tent.

Youth Sports Travel

The G45 in 9-passenger configuration carries a full youth sports team, their gear, and the coaches in one vehicle. No carpool coordination, no lost kids at rest stops, no parents driving separately. The USB charging and rear climate keep athletes comfortable between tournament games.

Extended Family Road Trips

The Luxe Cruiser carries up to 6 in individual captain's chairs with the full kitchen and wet bath. Drive to the National Parks without a hotel reservation. Cook breakfast in the van. The kids watch movies on the 32-inch display. The parents sleep on board. A completely different road trip experience.

Holiday and Reunion Travel

The G55 seats 11. Thanksgiving, Christmas, family reunions — one vehicle for the whole extended family. No rental van with cloth seats and no entertainment system. Pull up in a vehicle that makes everyone want to ride together instead of taking separate cars.

Common Questions

Family and Tailgating Van FAQ

How many people does the G55 seat?
The G55 seats up to 11 passengers in individual luxury captain's chairs on the 170-inch extended wheelbase. Every seat is belted. Every seat is a full captain's chair with armrests and individual space. No bench seating, no lap-sharing.
Can the Luxe Cruiser cook food for a tailgate?
Yes. The Luxe Cruiser includes a dual-burner induction cooktop, convection microwave, and refrigerator as standard equipment. The entire kitchen runs off the onboard battery system — no propane, no generator, no extension cords. With the optional Tailgate Package, an exterior 110V outlet and HDMI output extend the setup outside the van.
What is the Tailgate Package?
The Tailgate Package is an optional add-on available on the Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55. It includes a power awning with LED lighting, an exterior 110V outlet, an HDMI output port for an outdoor display, and exterior marine speakers that connect to the Alpine audio system. Everything runs from the onboard inverter and battery system.
Is all wheel drive available for winter game travel?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive is available on the Luxe Cruiser, G45, and G55. Recommended for buyers in northern climates who attend late-season games, travel in November and December, or want confidence in snowy and icy conditions.
Can the van be customized with team colors?
Yes. All three models support custom exterior wraps, team color paint, branded interiors, and embroidered headrests. Midwest Automotive Designs' in-house design team manages all branding specifications. Many buyers have their van wrapped in team colors for game-day visibility in the lot.
What is the difference between the G45 and G55 for family use?
The G45 seats up to 9 on the 144-inch or 170-inch standard wheelbase and is more compact and easier to navigate in urban and stadium parking situations. The G55 seats up to 11 on the 170-inch extended wheelbase at 24 feet 3 inches overall and provides more space per passenger. For families of 5 to 7, the G45 is ideal. For larger groups of 8 to 11, the G55 is the correct choice.
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