Over 1000 Dodge Sprinter Vans Sold in Canada in 2004

DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. announced it had 1002 Dodge Sprinter sales reported so far this year, reaching a milestone in doing so. DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. introduced the 2004 Dodge Sprinter to the Canadian Market in January 2004.

Sales were made predominantly to commercial users via 28 Sprinter dealers throughout Canada. Comprised of Dodge cargo vans, passenger vans and the soon to be released cab chassis, the 2005 Dodge Sprinter series is designed to meet diverse transportation needs of commercial and business customers.

Dodge Sprinter runs in a 2.7L, five-cylinder CDI Turbo Diesel engine and is ranked among the most efficient light and medium duty vehicles in its class. "We are thrilled at the year-long demand from Canadian business customers," said Bernie Clement, VP of Sales, DaimlerChrysler Canada, Inc. "We knew the Dodge Sprinter was best in class and that we had a strong dealer network, but we are pleasantly surprised that the marketplace has been this strong."

According to Dodge spokesmen, one of the Sprinter's top selling features has been the advanced safety systems normally found in luxury passenger cars, including Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti Lock Brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist System (BAS) and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBV), Acceleration Skid Control (ASR), and three adjustable headlight settings.

Dodge reports the Sprinter provides an ergonomic design with 360-degree viewing for both driver and passenger. And is available in three wheelbases - 118, 140 and 158 inches - and two roof heights, allowing up to 73 inches of interior stand-upheight. A brand new cab chassis configuration adds additional flexibility so the user can customize for specific utility purposes.