Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Sprinter, What's New for '07 2006 Dodge Sprinter: Product Chronology Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2006 - PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2006 MODEL YEAR Optional ParkSense® rear back-up system Optional high-pressure headlamp washers Sprinter 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 window 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 Auto Stick 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.