Stellantis Media Site 2006 Dodge Sprinter Van Product Chronology                                                Contact:                                                             Randy                         Jones                                                                                                Todd                         Goyer                                                                                                                                                                                   2006 Dodge Sprinter Van Product Chronology                                                                                                                                                           August 31, 2005,                                                                                                                      Auburn Hills, Mich.                                                       -                                                2005 Model Year    Sprinter Chassis Cab introduced with 10,200 lb. GVWR  On-Board Diagnostics (OBDII)  Identification lamps on the front of the chassis cab roof  Preparation for a third brake light on Chassis Cab models  16" wheels and tires for 3500 series Chassis Cab  Graphite Metallic paint    2004 Model Year    Sprinter Chassis Cab introduced  Introduction of Electronic Stability Program (ESP) as standard on 2500 models  Heated windshield with rain sensor option  Crew van option (cargo van with rear bench)  Cargo van with windows all around vehicle option  California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions certified engine  New 16-inch aluminum wheels  New standard fabric for all vehicles and optional velour for passenger vans    2003 Model Year    Initial introduction  2.7-liter I-5 CDI 154-horsepower turbo diesel engine  Five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick®  Four-wheel disc brakes with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)  Acceleration Skid Control (ASC)  Two model types: cargo van and passenger van  Three wheelbases: 118-inch, 140-inch and 158-inch  Two exterior roof heights: 93.1-inch and 103.3-inch  Two GVWRs: 8,550 lbs. and 9,900 lbs.