Swiss Army Knife capabilities - 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 passenger van
A striking combination of decisive and durable design, with its signature cross-hair grille and bold styling, the 2009 Dodge Sprinter is unmistakably a Dodge. Showcasing a uniquely distinctive and dynamic appearance, from its unibody frame to huge sliding doors and state-of-the-art windows, the Dodge Sprinter offers convenience, safety and security in a workspace that is optimized to provide enhanced comfort, ergonomics and functionality.
The Dodge Sprinter is the automotive equivalent of a "Swiss Army Knife" – with the availability of the following car-body variants: cargo van, chassis cab or passenger wagon, two wheelbases, three overall lengths and three interior roof heights.
Changes, upgrades and enhancements for 2009: newly available electric sliding door; upgraded radio system with MP3 capability; available 180-degree rear door opening; two-stage side-door opening option; and deletion of the Premium Sound Package.
Power for the Sprinter is generated by a 3.0L V6 CRD turbo-diesel prime mover joined to an electronically-controlled five-speed automatic with Auto-Stick. The 3.5L V6 engine is no longer available.
On the road, the Sprinter 2500 passenger wagon is amazingly responsive, stable and quiet at speed -- despite its tall height and long length. Other than the climb up into the driver's seat and the panoramic view out of the front windshield, one can easily forget the vehicle's overall size.
Inside the cabin, the Sprinter 12-passenger van equipped with the standard roof yields 65 inches of standing room. With the available high roof, standing height gives 6-foot tall riders head room to spare. This is one roomy cabin for 12 people and their cargo to travel with plenty of space and comfort -- good for across town or across the country traveling.
Needless to say, the Dodge Sprinter is a blank canvas for those buyers who need a specific vehicle application for a special need or work situation. Delivering more than 25 advanced safety and security features, the standard equipment roster includes power windows and locks, integrated wide-angle mirrors, halogen headlamps, 16-inch wheels, tilt- and height-adjustable steering wheel, AM/FM/CD radio, and one touch triple-flash function turn signals.
Dimensions & specifications
Passenger Van – 2500
Regular length/standard roof
Wheelbase: 144.0; overall length: 232.5; width: 79.7; height: 96.3.
Regular length/high roof
Wheelbase: 144.0; overall length: 232.5; width: 79.7; height: 107.5.
Long length/high roof
Wheelbase: 170.0; overall length: 273.2; width: 79.7; height: 107.5.
All vehicle measurements are in inches.
Engine: 3.0L V6 CRD --154 hp at 3,400 rpm and 280 lbs-ft of torque at 1,200-2,400 rpm.
Transmission: five-speed automatic with AutoStick.
Cargo capacity: 187.2 cu. ft.
Payload capacity: 2,937 lbs.
Towing capacity: 5,000 lbs.
Safety features
Dual front airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, rear fog lamp, adaptive electronic stability program, traction control, remote keyless entry, full-size spare tire, tool kit, tire pressure monitoring warning system, and rear tow hooks.
Optional safety features include the following: front fog lamps, Bi-Xenon high intensity headlamps, daytime running lamps, electrically heated windshield, first aid kit, front side-curtain airbags, front-seat mounted side-impact airbags, puncture sealant, portable air compressor, first aide kit, rear backup alarm, back-up camera system, ParkSense front/rear parking assist system and security alarm.
Warranty
Basic: 3-year/36,000 mile, bumper-to-bumper.
Engine: 5-year/100,000 mile.
Corrosion: 5-year/100,000 mile.
Pricing
The base Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 passenger van starts from $42,150 for the 144.0-inch wheelbase model and $47,220 for the 170.0–inch wheelbase model. Destination charges add $980.
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