The Dodge Sprinter is one of the best cars that Dodge division of Chrysler Corporation has ever produced. It also has many features to be proud about. It boasts admirable performance and better handling. Its interiors are decked out pretty well and the exterior is all about sleek design and bold expressions.

Exterior Design

The driver and passenger windows have fixed 3rd row windows. The black and rear bumpers are black in color. The passenger and driver area have black door and power-heated mirrors. It has an overall width of about seventy-six inches, an overall length of two hundred twenty five inches, and overall height of about ninety-five inches. It also has a ground clearance of about nine inches, a wheelbase of one hundred forty inches. It has a rear track of about sixty-five inches and a front track of sixty five inches. Its curb-to-curb turning circle is of forty-two feet. The Sprinter’s headlamps are of halogen bulb and conventional lens. The body is finished with a glossy paint. The rear window is fixed and has a defogger. The Sprinter also has a tinted cabin, side and rear glass. This vehicle’s gross vehicle weight is 8,500 pounds, has a curb weight of 5,329 pounds and a max payload of 3,221 pounds. The car’s windshield wipers have fixed intermittent wipe.

Interior Design

The Dart Sprinter’s interior is very well appointed. Air conditioning with climate control is available. It also has an audio system featuring AM/Fm and cassette functions. On the dashboard is an automatic drive indicator. It has a cargo length of about 129 inches, the cargo front width is 62 inches, the width between arches is 50 inches, the cargo height is 60 inches and the loading floor height is twenty eight inches. The cargo area is also well lighted. Its rear cargo doors are well hinged. The front seat is equipped with a cigar lighter and ashtray, so is the rear seat. There is even a clock inside the Sprinter and a full dashboard control plus an open storage box. The car has courtesy lights and fixed front seat cup holders. The cup holders at the rear pop out. The floor covering could be rubber or carpet. The bucket driver seat has a height adjustment feature. There is also an armrest in between the front seats. A glove compartment is also present. There are two head restraints on the front seats that are height adjustable. This feature is also available on the third row seats and also on the fourth row seats. The car warns you when you are low on the fuel. Many more features make the Dodge Sprinter impressive.

Engine

The Sprinter has a 2,687 cc 2.7 liters in-line 5 front engine and also with an 87.9 mm bore, plus an 88.4 mm stroke, an 18 compression ratio. It also has double overhead cam. There are 4 valves per cylinder. The engine utilizes diesel fuel. It has a diesel common rail fuel system. Its main diesel fuel tank has a capacity of 26.4 gallons. It has an auxiliary transmission cooler and turbo compressor.

Dodge Sprinter Handling

The Doge Wheel has four-wheel ABS. its axle ratio is 3.72:1. The Dodge Sprinter is also equipped with a Brake Assist System. It has four disc brakes plus two ventilated discs. It distributes brake electronically. Via the ABS, traction is electronically controlled and also the management of the engine. The Dodge Sprinter is equipped with an Immobilizer. It also has a full size steel rim, and the spare wheel is under the body. The Dodge Sprinter has a Stability Control. Its front suspension is independent wishbone with leaf springs and a stabilizer bar. The beam rear suspension is rigid and has a stabilizer bar and leaf springs.

What The Critics Say

The Dodge Sprinter is an excellent car. Its features like the ashtray or the cigar lighter conveys the message that the Dodge tries to take every little need of a consumer to heart. Also its overall look is something that can take you into confidence. The Sprinter’s performance is highly on the optimum level. It is really a car that takes you into a wonderful driving experience.