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 The 2008 Dodge Sprinter has been “super-sized”, says the company, offering more choices, features, versatility and innovations, including a choice of two premium engines: a 3.0L V6 diesel or 3.5L V6 gas. The target demographic for this van ranges from small business owners to small and large fleet customers—particularly professional trades.
It’s available in three vehicle lengths (233 in. to 289 in.) on two wheelbases of 144 in. or 170 in. (or 170 in. extended with a 15-in. longer rear overhang). It also boasts three interior roof height options: standard (65 in.), high (76 in.) and mega (84 in.). It has a cargo capacity of up to 600 cf, maximum payload of 5649 lb, a low side step-in height of 19.9 in. and wide rear-door opening (270°). Its pallet-friendly cargo sliding door offers a loading width of 51 in.
New for 2008 is a standard four-seat rear bench for cargo vans, electronic sliding door for both cargo and passenger vans, window prep without glass package for cargo vans, front swivel bucket seats for all models and five identification roof lamps.
The Sprinter’s 3.0L V6 turbo diesel engine boasts 154 hp and maximum torque of 280 lb-ft at 1200-2400 rpm. Meantime, the 3.5L V6 gas engine distributes a maximum output of 254 hp at 5900 rpm and maximum torque of 250 lb-ft at 2500-5000 rpm. Both engines promise power in a smooth driving experience. All 2008 models are equipped with a standard five-speed automatic transmission, and oil changes are suggested every 10,000 miles.
Standard features on the Sprinter include power windows and locks, integrated wide-angle mirrors, halogen headlamps, 16-in. wheels, tilt-/height-adjustable steering wheel, CD radio, one-touch triple-flash function turn signals, and Adaptive ESP for improved functionality and safety capability. With numerous upfit possibilities, this is the only full-size van in the market, says the company, that is purpose-built for commercial customers. (Appeared EB April 2008, Trucks for the Trade)
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Dodge Sprinter photo © Chrysler LLC
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