Stellantis Media Site 2006 Dodge Sprinter: Product Chronology                                                Contact:                                                             Randy                         Jones                                                                                                Todd                         Goyer                                                                                                                                                                                   2006 Dodge Sprinter: Product Chronology                                                                                                                                                           August 31, 2006,                                                                                                                      Auburn Hills, Mich.                                                       -                                               PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY2006 MODEL YEAROptional ParkSense® rear back-up systemOptional high-pressure headlamp washersSprinter Cargo Van offers best-in-class cargo capacity of 473 cu. ft., optional seating for up to five people and optional cargo partition with sliding window2005 MODEL YEARSprinter Chassis Cab introduced with 10,200 lb. GVWROn-Board Diagnostics (OBDII)Identification lamps on the front of the chassis cab roofPreparation for a third brake light on Chassis Cab models16" wheels and tires for 3500 series Chassis CabGraphite Metallic paint2004 MODEL YEARSprinter Chassis Cab introducedIntroduction of Electronic Stability Program (ESP) as standard on 2500 modelsHeated windshield with rain sensor optionCrew van option (cargo van with rear bench)Cargo van with windows all around vehicle optionCalifornia Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions certified engineNew 16-inch aluminum wheelsNew standard fabric for all vehicles and optional velour for passenger vans2003 MODEL YEARInitial introduction2.7-liter I-5 CDI 154-horsepower turbo diesel engineFive-speed automatic transmission with Auto StickFour-wheel disc brakes with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)Acceleration Skid Control (ASC)Two model types: cargo van and passenger vanThree wheelbases: 118-inch, 140-inch and 158-inchTwo exterior roof heights: 93.1-inch and 103.3-inchTwo GVWRs: 8,550 lbs. and 9,900 lbs.