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Table Of Contents

Introduction 5
Low Roof Models 7
Standard Features 7
Conversion Features 9
Measurements 10
Exterior Features 12
Interior Features 14
Powertrain 15
Safety Features 17
Warranty 17
Packages 18
Medium Roof Models 20
Standard Features 20
Conversion Features 22
Measurements 23
Exterior Features 25
Interior Features 27
Powertrain 29
Safety Features 31
Warranty 32
Packages 33

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High Roof Models 35

Standard Features 35
Conversion Features 37
Measurements 39
Exterior Features 40
Interior Features 42
Powertrain 43
Safety Features 45
Warranty 46
Packages 47
Weight Ratings 49
Conclusion 51
Thank You 54
Disclaimer 55

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2015 CARGO VAN COMPARISONS

INTRODUCTION

The European style cargo van is finally dominating the American

commercial van market. The Ford Econoline series is on its way out and
the sales of the Chevy Express are suffering.

Hyundai may be introducing its version and MB Sprinter will add a 4×4 van
in addition to fully moving its production of the Sprinter to the US.

This van comparison will satisfy the RV conversion enthusiasts, who focus
on cargo floor length, interior height and weight rating requirements.

Ford Transit

MSRP From $29,735.

Built in Kansas City, MO.

Ram ProMaster

MSRP From $28,800.

Based on the Fiat Ducato.
Built in Mexico.

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Mercedes Benz Sprinter

MSRP From $35,995.

Built in Ladson, SC.

Nissan NV

MSRP From $26,240.

Built in Canton, MS.

Chevy Express

MSRP From $30,550.

Built in Wentzville, MO.

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Low Roof Models

The cargo vans with a standard roof are available in ½ ton, ¾ ton and 1
ton versions. With an eye on RV conversions, the models are sorted by
cargo floor length. As space is a limited commodity in an RV, choice is
heavily dependent on cargo floor length and floor-to-roof height. The
Mercedes Benz Sprinter van is excluded, as it only comes with an
extended roof line.

Standard Features

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
MSRP
From $26,240 From $30,550 From $29,735 From $30,585 From $32,410
Maximum Payload
2590 lbs 3309 lbs 3680 lbs 3550 lbs 3095 lbs
3141 lbs - 3925 lbs 4394 lbs 4080 lbs 3950 lbs 4033 lbs
Power
Power Locks Power Locks Power Locks Power Locks
Power Windows Power Windows Power Windows Power Windows
Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Power Mirrors Manual Mirrors
Opt. $650 Opt. $170 Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry Opt. $170
Power Windows Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry
Power Door Locks
Cruise Control
Keyless-Entry
Doors - Passenger-Side
Sliding 60/40 Hinged 60/40 Hinged 60/40 Hinged 60/40 Hinged
Doors - Rear

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NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
50/50 243° 50/50 180° 50/50 180°
50/50 270° 50/50 270°
Bumper
Front - Black Front - Black
Rear - Black Rear - Black
w/Integral Step w/Integral Step
Windows
Tinted Glass Tinted Glass Tinted Glass Tinted Glass
Exterior Color
6 Colors White/Red White/Red White/Red White/Red
Black/Orange Black/Orange
Trim
Black Grille Black Grille
Lamps - Black Trim Lamps - Black Trim
Fuel Tank
28 Gal. 31 Gal. 25 Gal. 25 Gal. 31 Gal.
Wheels
17" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel
Gray Hub Cap Black Hub Cap Black Hub Cap Gray Hub Cap
Tires
LT245/70R17 LT245/75R16E 235/65R16 235/65R16 LT245/75R16E
TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS
Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare
Other
A/C (front) A/C (front) A/C (front) A/C (front)
1 or 2-12V Power 2-12V Power 2-12V Power 2-12V Power 2-12V Power
120V Power 120V Power
AM-FM-CD Provisions Only AM-FM Stereo AM-FM Stereo Provisions Only
Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Floor Covering Floor Covering Floor Covering Floor Covering

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Conversion Features

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Maximum Payload
2590 lbs 3309 lbs 3680 lbs 4080 lbs 3095 lbs
3141 lbs - 3925 lbs 4394 lbs 3550 lbs 3950 lbs 4033 lbs
Windows
Opt. $190 Opt. $60 Opt. $75 Opt. $75 Opt. $60
Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door
Opt. $70 Opt. $130 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $130
Fixed Side-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door
Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Passenger-Side Passenger-Side Passenger-Side Passenger-Side
Opt. $315 Opt. $270 Opt. $270 Opt. $315
Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors
Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150
Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door
Alternator
130Ah 105Ah 150Ah 150Ah 105Ah
Opt. $150 Opt. $75 Opt. $260 Opt. $260 Opt. $75
220Ah 145Ah 230Ah (210Ah in 230Ah (210Ah in 145Ah
Diesel) Diesel)

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Measurements

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Wheelbase
146" 135" 130" 148" 155"
Cargo Floor-To-Roof Height
56" 53" 57" 57" 53"
Cargo Floor Length
120" 125" 116" 134" 146"
Length
241" 224" 220" 238" 244"
Height
84" 85" 84" 83" 84"
Width (Body)
80" 79" 81" 81" 79"
Interior Width
70" 70" 70"
Width Between Wheel Housings
54" 53" 54" 54" 53"
Cargo Street-To-Floor HEIGHT
29" 28" 24" 24" 28"
Side Door Opening (w x h)
42"w 44" x 48" 51" x 50" 51" x 50" 44" x 48"
Rear Door Opening
60" x 50" 57" x 50" 62" x 50" 62" x 50" 57" x 49"
Turning Diameter
45.2' 49.2' 42.9' 48.0' 54.5'
Cargo Volume (CF)
234.1 239.7 246.7 277.7 284.4

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NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Ground Clearance
7" 6" 6" 7"
Roof Load Capacity
300lbs

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Exterior Features

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Exterior Color
White/Red White/Red White/Red White/Red
Black/Orange Black/Orange
Opt. $0 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150
Other Colors Other Colors Other Colors Other Colors Other Colors
Windows
Opt. $60 Opt. $75 Opt. $75 Opt. $60
Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door
Opt. $130 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $130
Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door
Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Passenger-Side Passenger-Side Passenger-Side Passenger-Side
Opt. $315 Opt. $270 Opt. $270 Opt. $315
Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around Fixed All-Around
Exterior Mirrors
Incl. Power Incl. Power
Opt. $65 Opt. $65
Long-Arm Long-Arm
Opt. $115 Opt. $220 Opt. $220 Opt. $115
Power Heated Power Heated Power Heated Power Heated
Turn Signals Turn Signals
Navigation
Opt. $2,495 Opt. $2,495
Lane Keeping Lane Keeping
MyFord Touch MyFord Touch
Bavigation Bavigation
Privacy Glass
Opt. $300 Opt. $300
w/Rear Defogger w/Rear Defogger

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NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Rear Defogger
Opt. $155 Opt. $175 Opt. $175 Opt. $155
Rear View Camera
Opt. $200 Opt. $470 Opt. $470 Opt. $200
w/Trailer Hitch w/Trailer Hitch
Assist Assist
Reverse Sensing System
Opt. $295 Opt. $295 Opt. $295 Opt. $295
Running Board
Opt. $160 Opt. $160
Trailer Wiring
Opt. $295 Opt. $295
Wheels
17" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel
Gray Hub Cap Black Hub Cap Black Hub Cap Gray Hub Cap
Opt. $ 35 Opt. $ 35
16" Steel 16" Steel
w/Silver Cover w/Silver Cover
Opt. $35 Opt. $35
16" Steel 16" Steel
White Painted White Painted
Opt. $395 Opt. $395
16" Aluminum 16" Aluminum
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors 60/40 Side Doors
Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150
Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door Sliding Side Door

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Interior Features

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Cruise Control
Opt. $395 Opt. $325 Opt. $325 Opt. $395
Seating
Vinyl Seats Vinyl Seats Vinyl Seats Vinyl Seats
Opt. $50 Opt. $60 Opt. $60 Opt. $50
Cloth Seats Cloth Seats Cloth Seats Cloth Seats
Opt. $1290 Opt. $1290
Leather Seats Leather Seats
Front/Rear A/C
Opt. $860 Opt. $860 Opt. $860 Opt. $860
Radio
Provisions Only AM/FM Stereo AM/FM Stereo Provisions Only
Opt. $300 Opt. $345 Opt. $345 Opt. $300
AM/FM w/CD AM/FM w/CD AM/FM w/CD AM/FM w/CD
Opt. $540 Opt. $540
AM/FM w/CD & AM/FM w/CD &
SiriusXM SiriusXM
Opt. $900 Opt. $900
AM/FM w/4" AM/FM w/4"
Display Display
Opt. $1,095 Opt. $1,095
AM/FM w/SiriusXM AM/FM w/SiriusXM
Opt. $1,175 Opt. $2,170 Opt. $2,170 Opt. $1,175
AM/FM, CD, AM/FM w/4" AM/FM w/4" AM/FM, CD,
OnStar, Theftlock, Display, CD, Display, CD, OnStar, Theftlock,
USB port MyFord Touch, MyFord Touch, USB port
Navigation, Lane Navigation, Lane
Keeping Keeping

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Powertrain

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Drive
Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Rear Wheel
Engine (standard)
VQ40DE Vortec Ti-VCT Ti-VCT Vortec
4.0L V6 4.8L V8 3.7L V6 3.7L V6 4.8L V8
261hp 285hp 275hp 275hp 285hp
281lb/ft 295lb/ft 260lb/ft 260lb/ft 295lb/ft
Engine
VK56DE Vortec EcoBoost EcoBoost Vortec
5.6L V8 6.0L V8 3.5L V6 3.5L V6 6.0L V8
317hp 342hp 310hp 310hp 342hp
385lb/ft 373lb/ft 400lb/ft 400lb/ft 373lb/ft
Engine
Duramax Diesel I5 Diesel I5 Diesel Duramax Diesel
6.6L V8 3.2L 3.2L 6.6L V8
260hp 185hp 185hp 260hp
525lb/ft 350lb/ft 350lb/ft 525lb/ft
Engine Block Heater
Opt. $75 Opt. $75 Opt. $75 Opt. $75
Transmission
5-sp auto 6-sp auto 6-sp auto 6-sp auto 6-sp auto
Axle Ratio
3.36/3.54 3.42 3.31/3.73/4.10 3.31/3.73/4.10 3.42
Regular or Regular or
Limited Slip Limited Slip

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NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Battery
72Ah 72Ah
Opt. $60 Dual Battery Dual Battery Opt. $60
Heavy Duty Std. in Diesel Std. in Diesel Heavy Duty
Alternator
130Ah 105Ah 150Ah 150Ah 105Ah
Opt. $75 Opt. $260 Opt. $260 Opt. $75
145Ah 230Ah (210Ah in 230Ah (210Ah in 145Ah
Diesel) Diesel)
Brakes
Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock
4W Disc 4W Disc 4W Disc

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Safety Features

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags
Stability Control Stability Control Stability Control Stability Control
Brake Assist
BackUp Alarm
Opt. $125 Opt. $125
Anti-Theft System
Opt. $230 Opt. $230

Warranty

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Bumper to Bumper
5yr/100,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi
Powertrain
5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/100,000mi
Safety Restraint System
10yr/unlimited 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/60,000mi
Corrosion
5yr/100,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 5yr/Unlimited 5yr/Unlimited 3yr/36,000mi
Roadside Assistance Program
3yr/36,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/100,000mi

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Packages

NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Chrome Exterior Exterior Chrome
$355 $360 $360 $355
Chrome Headlamp Chrome Headlamp Chrome Headlamp Chrome Headlamp
Trim Trim Trim Trim
Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille
Front and rear Chrome Surround Chrome Surround Front and rear
chrome bumpers chrome bumpers
16" Steel Wheel 16" Steel Wheel
Power Interior Interior
$650 $1,070 $1,070
Power Windows Rear Trim Rear Trim
Power Door Locks AM/FM radio AM/FM radio
4" Display 4" Display
Message Center Message Center
SYNC SYNC
Cruise Control Cruise Control Cruise Control
Keyless Entry Floor Cover Floor Cover
Visors Visors
Cloth Front Seats Cloth Front Seats
Premium Premium
$1,730 $1,730
Ext. Package Ext. Package
Int. Package Int. Package
Leather Power Leather Power
Front Seats Front Seats
Towing Towing Towing Towing Towing
$81 $265 $465 $465 $265

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NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS FORD TRANSIT FORD TRANSIT CHEVY EXPRESS

1500/2500/3500 2500/3500 150/250 150/250 2500/3500
130″ WB 148″ WB EXT
Hitch Ball Wiring Wiring Wiring Wiring
Connector Connector Connector Connector
Brake Controller Brake Controller
Tap-in Capable Tap-in Capable
Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver
Smoker Smoker Smoker Smoker
$35 $40 $40 $35
Cigarettte Lighter Cigarettte Lighter Cigarettte Lighter Cigarettte Lighter
Ash Tray Ash Cup Ash Cup Ash Tray
Cargo LED Cargo LED
$70 $70
Protection Protection
$185 $185
Rear Rear
Polypropylene Polypropylene
Wall Panels Wall Panels
Switches Switches
$85 $85
A/C Prep A/C Prep
$100 $100
CNG/LPG Pr. CNG/LPG Pr.
$315 $315

Prices as of March 7, 2015

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Medium Roof Models

The cargo vans with a medium high roof are available in ½, ¾ and 1 ton
versions and are again sorted by cargo floor length. Most of these vans
offer near standing room for the average person. For uncompromising
height, you should look at the high roof vans.

Standard Features

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
MSRP
From $28,800 From $29,790 From $29,565 From $30,540 From $35,995 From $32,240
Maximum Payload
3981 lbs 3127 lbs 3911 lbs 3550 lbs 3513 lbs 2930 lbs
3850 lbs 3950 lbs 3000 lbs
Power
Power Locks Power Locks Power Locks Power Locks
Power Power Power Power Power
Windows Windows Windows Windows Windows
Manual Mirrors Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Power Mirrors
Keyless-Entry Opt. $650 Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry
Power
Windows
Power Door
Locks
Cruise Control
Keyless-Entry
Doors - Passenger-Side
Sliding Sliding Sliding Sliding Sliding Sliding
Doors - Rear
260° 50/50 243° 260° 50/50 180° 270° 50/50 180°

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
50/50 270° 50/50 270°
Bumper
Front - Black Front - Black
Rear - Dark Rear - Dark Rear - Black Rear - Black
Gray Gray w/Integral Step w/Integral Step
Windows
Tinted Glass Tinted Glass Tinted Glass Tinted Glass
Exterior Color
6 Colors 6 Colors 6 Colors White/Red 7 Colors White/Red
Trim
Gray Grille Gray Grille Black Grille Black Grille
Lamps - Black Lamps - Black
Trim Trim
Fuel Tank
24 Gal. 28 Gal. 24 Gal. 25 Gal. 26 Gal. 25 Gal.
Wheels
16" Steel 17" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel
Black Hub Cap Black Hub Cap
Tires
225/75R16C LT245/70R17 225/75R16C 235/65R16 LT245/75R16 235/65R16
TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS
Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare
Other
A/C (front) A/C (front) A/C (front) A/C (front)
1-12V Power 1 or 2-12V 1-12V Power 2-12V Power 2-12V Power
Power
AM/FM/MP3 AM-FM-CD AM/FM/MP3 AM-FM Stereo AM-FM Stereo
Radio Radio
Front & Rear Front & Rear
Floor Covering Floor Covering

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Conversion Features

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Maximum Payload
3981 lbs 2758 lbs 3911 lbs 3550 lbs 3513 lbs 2930 lbs
4022 lbs 3950 lbs 3000 lbs
Windows
Opt. $195 Opt. $190 Opt. $195 Opt. $75 Opt. $81 Opt. $75
Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Rear-Door Fixed
Rear-Door Rear-Door Rear-Door Rear-Door Rear-Door
Opt. $70 Opt. $150 Opt. $126 Opt. $150
Fixed Side-Door Fixed Sliding-Side-Do Fixed
Rear-Door or Rear-Door
Fixed Fixed
Passenger-Side Passenger-Side
Opt. $560 Opt. $270 Opt. $270
All-Around Fixed Fixed
All-Around All-Around
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door
Alternator
180Ah 130Ah 180Ah 150Ah 220Ah 150Ah
Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $260 Opt. $260
220Ah 220Ah 220Ah 230Ah (210Ah 230Ah (210Ah
in Diesel) in Diesel)

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Measurements

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Wheelbase
118" 146" 136" 130" 144" 148"
Cargo Floor-To-Roof Height
65" 56" 65" 72" 65" 72"
Cargo Floor Length
105" 120" 123" 116" 129" 134"
Length
195" 241" 213" 220" 234" 238"
Height
90" 105" 90" 101" 96" 101"
Width (Body)
83" 80" 83" 81" 79" 81"
Interior Width
73" 70" 73" 70" 70" 70"
Width Between Wheel Housings
56" 54" 56" 55" 53" 55"
Cargo Street-To-Floor HEIGHT
21" 20" 21" 24" 27" 24"
Side Door Opening (w x h)
42" x 60" 42"w 49" x 60" 51" x 63" 51" x 60" 51" x 63"
Rear Door Opening
62" x 60" 60" x 72" 62" x 60" 62" x 65" 62" x 61" 62" x 65"
Turning Diameter
36.3' 45.2' 40.7' 43.0' 47.6' 48.0'

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Cargo Volume (CF)
283.0 323.1 353.0 315.2 319.1 357.1
Roof Load Capacity
400lbs 300lbs 400lbs

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Exterior Features

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Exterior Color
6 Colors 6 Colors 6 Colors White/Red 7 Colors White/Red
Opt. $0 Opt. $150 Opt. $610 Non- Opt. $150
Other Colors Other Colors Metallic / Opt. Other Colors
$990 Metallic
Windows
Opt. $195 Opt. $190 Opt. $195 Opt. $75 Opt. $81 Opt. $75
Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Fixed Rear-Door Fixed
Rear-Door Rear-Door Rear-Door Rear-Door
Opt. $135 Opt. $70 Opt. $135 Opt. $150 Opt. $126 Opt. $150
Sliding-Side- Sliding-Side- Sliding-Side- Fixed Rear- Sliding-Side- Fixed Rear-
Door Door Door Door / Fixed Door Door / Fixed
Passenger-Side Passenger-Side
Opt. $560 Opt. $270 Opt. $270
All-Around Fixed Fixed
All-Around All-Around
Exterior Mirrors
Incl. Power Incl. Power
Opt. $165 Opt. $165 Opt. $65 Opt. $65
Heated Heated Long-Arm Long-Arm
Opt. $225 Opt. $225 Opt. $220 Opt. $252 Opt. $220
Power Folding Power Folding Power Heated Power Heated Power Heated
Heated Heated Turn Signals Turn Signals
Navigation
Opt. $395 Opt. $395 Opt. $2,495 Opt. $2,495
GPS Navigation GPS Navigation Lane Keeping Lane Keeping
MyFord Touch MyFord Touch
Navigation Navigation
Privacy Glass
Opt. $300 Opt. $121 Opt. $300

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
w/Rear w/Rear
Defogger Defogger
Rear Defogger
Opt. $175 Opt. $175
Rear View Camera
Opt. $230 Opt. $230 Opt. $470 Opt. $647 Opt. $470
w/Trailer Hitch w/Trailer Hitch
Assist Assist
Reverse Sensing System
Opt. $295 Opt. $935 Opt. $295
Parking Aid
System
Running Board
Opt. $160 Opt. $160
Trailer Wiring
Opt. $295 Opt. $295
Wheels
16" Steel 17" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16″ Steel 16" Steel
Black Hub Cap Black Hub Cap
Opt. $ 35 Opt. $ 70 Opt. $ 35
16" Steel Painted 16" Steel
w/Silver Cover w/Silver Cover
Opt. $35 Opt. $35
16" Steel 16" Steel
White Painted White Painted
Opt. $395 Opt. $395 Opt. $395 Opt. $793 Opt. $395
16" Aluminum 16" Aluminum 16" Aluminum 16″ Alloy 16" Aluminum
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door 60/40 Side Sliding Door 60/40 Side
Doors Doors
Opt. $150 Opt. $150
Sliding Side Sliding Side
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Interior Features

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Cruise Control
Opt. $225 Opt. $225 Opt. $325 Opt. $358 Opt. $325
Seating
Cloth Seats Cloth Seats Vinyl Seats Vinyl Seats
Opt. $100 Opt. $100 Opt. $60 Opt. $60
Vinyl Seats Vinyl Seats Cloth Seats Cloth Seats
Opt. $225 Opt. $225 Opt. $1290 Opt. $577 Opt. $1290
Passenger Passenger Leather Seats Front Bench Leather Seats
Double Seat Double Seat Seat
Opt. $495 Opt. $495
Passenger Passenger
Swivel Seat Swivel Seat
Front/Rear A/C
Opt. $860 Opt. $860
Radio
AM/FM/MP3 AM/FM/MP3 AM/FM Stereo AM/FM Stereo
Radio Radio
Opt. $345 Opt. $345
AM/FM w/CD AM/FM w/CD
Opt. $350 Opt. $350 Opt. $540 Opt. $540
AM/FM/CD/BT AM/FM/CD/BT AM/FM w/CD & AM/FM w/CD &
UCONNECT® UCONNECT® SiriusXM SiriusXM
5.0 5.0
Opt. $900 Opt. $900
AM/FM w/4" AM/FM w/4"
Display Display

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Opt. $1,095 Opt. $1,095
AM/FM AM/FM
w/SiriusXM w/SiriusXM
Opt. $2,170 Opt. $2,170
AM/FM w/4" AM/FM w/4"
Display, CD, Display, CD,
MyFord Touch, MyFord Touch,
Navigation, Navigation,
Lane Keeping Lane Keeping

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Powertrain

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Drive
Front Wheel Front Wheel Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Rear Wheel
Engine (standard)
Pentastar VQ40DE Pentastar Ti-VCT Turbo Diesel Ti-VCT
3.6L V6 4.0L V6 3.6L V6 3.7L V6 V4 3.7L V6
280hp 261hp 280hp 275hp 275hp
260lb/ft 281lb/ft 260lb/ft 260lb/ft 265lb/ft 260lb/ft
Engine
VK56DE EcoBoost EcoBoost
5.6L V8 3.5L V6 3.5L V6
317hp 310hp 310hp
385lb/ft 400lb/ft 400lb/ft
Engine
I4 Diesel I4 Diesel I5 Diesel BlueTec Diesel I5 Diesel
3.0L V6 3.0L V6 3.2L 3.0L V6 3.2L
174hp 174hp 185hp 188hp 185hp
295lb/ft 295lb/ft 350lb/ft 325lb/ft 350lb/ft
Engine Block Heater
Opt. $90 Opt. $90 Opt. $75 Opt. $75
Transmission
6-sp auto 5-sp auto 6-sp auto 6-sp auto 5/7-sp auto 6-sp auto
Axle Ratio
3.36/3.54 3.31/3.73/4.10 3.31/3.73/4.10
Regular or Regular or
Limited Slip Limited Slip

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Battery
95Ah 95Ah 72Ah 95Ah 72Ah
Dual Battery Dual Battery
Std. in Diesel Std. in Diesel
Alternator
180Ah 130Ah 180Ah 150Ah 220Ah 150Ah
Opt. $150 Opt. $150 Opt. $260 Opt. $260
220Ah 220Ah 230Ah (210Ah 230Ah (210Ah
in Diesel) in Diesel)
Brakes
4W Anti-Lock Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock
4W Disc 4W Disc 4W Disc

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Safety Features

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags
Side Airbags Side Airbags Side Airbags
Stability Stability Stability Stability Stability
Control Control Control Control Control
Brake Assist Brake Assist Brake Assist
Roll Mitigation Roll Mitigation Crosswind
Assist
BackUp Alarm
Opt. $250 Opt. $250 Opt. $125 Opt. $86 Opt. $125
Anti-Theft System
Opt. $495 Opt. $495 Opt. $230 Opt. $592 Opt. $230

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Warranty

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Bumper to Bumper
3yr/36,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi
Powertrain
5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi
Safety Restraint System
10yr/unlimited 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/60,000mi
Corrosion
5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/Unlimited 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/Unlimited
Roadside Assistance Program
5yr/100,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 3yr 5yr/60,000mi

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Packages

RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Premium Premium Exterior Grille Exterior
$195 $195 $360 $232 $360
Fog Lamps Fog Lamps hrome hrome
Headlamp Trim Headlamp Trim
Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille
Chrome Chrome
Surround Surround
16" Steel 16" Steel
Wheel Wheel
Power Interior Interior
$650 $1,070 $1,070
Power Rear Trim Rear Trim
Windows
Power Door AM/FM radio AM/FM radio
Locks 4" Display 4" Display
Message Message
Center Center
SYNC SYNC
Cruise Control Cruise Control Cruise Control
Keyless Entry Floor Cover Floor Cover
Visors Visors
Cloth Front Cloth Front
Seats Seats
Premium Premium
$1,730 $1,730
Ext. Package Ext. Package
Int. Package Int. Package
Leather Power Leather Power
Front Seats Front Seats

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RAM NISSAN NV RAM FORD MB SPRINTER FORD

PROMASTER 2500 3500 PROMASTER TRANSIT 2500 TRANSIT
1500 146" WB 1500 150/250 144" WB 150/250
118" WB 136" WB 130" WB 148" WB
Towing Towing Towing Towing Towing
$395 $81 $395 $465 $465
Wiring Hitch Ball Wiring Wiring Wiring
Connector Connector
Brake Brake
Controller Controller
Tap-in Capable Tap-in Capable
Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver
Smoker Smoker Smoker Smoker
$60 $60 $40 $40
Cigarette Cigarette Cigarette Cigarette
Lighter Lighter Lighter Lighter
Ash Tray Ash Tray Ash Cup Ash Cup
Cargo LED Cargo LED
$70 $70
Protection Protection Protection Protection
$195 $195 $185 $185
Lower Side Wall Lower Side Wall Rear Rear
Panels Panels Polypropylene Polypropylene
Wall Panels Wall Panels
Switches Switches
$85 $85
A/C Prep A/C Prep
$100 $100
CNG/LPG Pr. CNG/LPG Pr.
$315 $315

Prices as of March 7, 2015

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High Roof Models

The high roof cargo vans are available in ½, ¾ and 1 ton versions and are
again sorted by cargo floor length. Their premium price point is largely
offset by the increased floor area and the standing room.

Standard Features

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 2500/3500 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 159" WB/Ext 170" WB/Ext
MSRP
From $30,515 From $38,490 From $35,365 From $33,105 From $42,160
Maximum Payload
3820 lbs 3447 lbs 3720 lbs 3994 lbs 3117 lbs
3879 lbs 5508 lbs 4220 lbs - 4010 lbs 4430 lbs - 4317 lbs 5132 lbs - 4968 lbs
Power
Power Locks Power Locks Power Locks
Power Windows Power Windows Power Windows Power Windows Power Windows
Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Manual Mirrors
Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry Keyless-Entry
Doors - Passenger-Side
Sliding Sliding Sliding Sliding Sliding
Doors - Rear
260° 270° 50/50 180°/270° 260° 270°
Bumper
Front - Black
Rear – Dark Gray Rear - Black Rear – Dark Gray
w/Integral Step

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RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 2500/3500 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 159" WB/Ext 170" WB/Ext
Windows
Tinted Glass Tinted Glass Tinted Glass
Exterior Color
6 Colors 7 Colors White/Red 6 Colors 7 Colors
Trim
Gray Grille Black Grille Gray Grille
Fuel Tank
24 Gal. 26 Gal. 25 Gal. 24 Gal. 26 Gal.
Wheels
16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel
Black Hub Cap
Tires
225/75R16C LT245/75R16E 235/65R16 225/75R16C LT245/75R16E
TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS TPMS
Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare Full Size Spare
Other
A/C (front) A/C (front) A/C (front)
1-12V Power 2-12V Power 1-12V Power
AM/FM/MP3 Radio AM-FM Stereo AM/FM/MP3 Radio
Front & Rear
Floor Covering

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Conversion Features

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Maximum Payload
3820 lbs 3447 lbs 3720 lbs 3994 lbs 3117 lbs
3879 lbs 5508 lbs 4220 lbs - 4010 lbs 4430 lbs - 4317 lbs 5132 lbs - 4968 lbs
Windows
Opt. $195 Opt. $81 Opt. $75 Opt. $195 Opt. $81
Fixed Rear-Door Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Rear-Door
Opt. $126 Opt. $150 Opt. $126
Sliding-Side-Door Fixed Rear-Door Sliding-Side-Door
Fixed
Passenger-Side
Opt. $270
Fixed All-Around
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door
Alternator
180Ah 220Ah 150Ah 180Ah 220Ah
Opt. $150 Opt. $260 Opt. $150
220Ah 230Ah (210Ah in 220Ah
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Measurements

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Wheelbase
136" 144" 148" 159" 170"
Cargo Floor-To-Roof Height
~76" 78" 72" ~76" 78"
Cargo Floor Length
123" 129" 134"/162" 146"/160" 169"/185"
Length
213" 233" 238"/266" 236"/250" 274"/290"
Height
101" 108" 110"/109" 101" 108"
Width (Body)
83" 79" 81" 83" 79"
Interior Width
73" 70" 70" 73" 70"
Width Between Wheel Housings
56" 53" 55" 56" 53"/39"
Cargo Street-To-Floor HEIGHT
21" 20" 24" 21" 27"/31"
Side Door Opening (w x h)
49" x 70" 51" x 72" 51" x 63" 49" x 70" 51" x 72"
Rear Door Opening
62" x 70" 62" x 72" 62" x 74" 62" x 70" 62" x 72"
Turning Diameter
40.7' 47.6' 48.0' 46.8' 54.6'

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RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Cargo Volume (CF)
406.0 373.8 404.3/487.3 456.0/530.0 486.5/530.0
Roof Load Capacity
400lbs 400lbs

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Exterior Features

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Exterior Color
6 Colors 7 Colors White/Red 6 Colors 7 Colors
Opt. $610 Opt. $150 Opt. $610
Non-Metallic Other Colors Non-Metallic
Opt. $990 Metallic Opt. $990 Metallic
Windows
Opt. $195 Opt. $81 Opt. $75 Opt. $195 Opt. $81
Fixed Rear-Door Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Fixed Rear-Door Rear-Door
Opt. $135 Opt. $126 Opt. $150 Opt. $135 Opt. $126
Sliding-Side-Door Sliding-Side-Door Fixed Rear-Door Sliding-Side-Door Sliding-Side-Door
Fixed
Passenger-Side
Opt. $270
Fixed All-Around
Exterior Mirrors
Incl. Power
Opt. $165 Opt. $165
Heated Heated
Opt. $225 Opt. $252 Opt. $220 Opt. $225 Opt. $252
Power Folding Power Heated Power Heated Power Folding Power Heated
Heated Turn Signals Heated
Navigation
Opt. $395 Opt. $2,495 Opt. $395
GPS Navigation Lane Keeping GPS Navigation
MyFord Touch
Navigation
Privacy Glass
Opt. $121 Opt. $300 Opt. $121
w/Rear Defogger

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RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Rear View Camera
Opt. $230 Opt. $647 Opt. $470 Opt. $230 Opt. $647
w/Trailer Hitch
Assist
Reverse Sensing System
Opt. $935 Opt. $295 Opt. $935
Parking Aid Parking Aid
System System
Running Board
Opt. $160
Trailer Wiring
Opt. $295
Wheels
16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel 16" Steel
Black Hub Cap
Opt. $ 70 Opt. $ 35 Opt. $ 70
Painted 16" Steel Painted
w/Silver Cover
Opt. $35
16" Steel
White Painted
Opt. $395 Opt. $793 Opt. $395 Opt. $395 Opt. $793
16″ Aluminum 16″ Alloy 16" Aluminum 16″ Aluminum 16″ Alloy
Cargo Doors
Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door Sliding Door

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Interior Features

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 2500/3500 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 159" WB/Ext 170" WB/Ext
Cruise Control
Opt. $225 Opt. $358 Opt. $325 Opt. $225 Opt. $358
Seating
Cloth Seats Vinyl Seats Cloth Seats
Opt. $100 Opt. $60 Opt. $100
Vinyl Seats Cloth Seats Vinyl Seats
Opt. $225 Opt. $577 Opt. $1290 Opt. $225 Opt. $577
Passenger Double Front Bench Seat Leather Seats Passenger Double Front Bench Seat
Seat Seat
Opt. $495 Opt. $495
Passenger Swivel Passenger Swivel
Seat Seat
Front/Rear A/C
Opt. $860
Radio
AM/FM/MP3 Radio AM/FM Stereo AM/FM/MP3 Radio
Opt. $345
AM/FM w/CD
Opt. $350 Opt. $540 Opt. $350
AM/FM/CD/BT AM/FM w/CD & AM/FM/CD/BT
UCONNECT® 5.0 SiriusXM UCONNECT® 5.0
Opt. $900 AM/FM
w/4" Display
Opt. $1,095
AM/FM w/SiriusXM
Opt. $2,170
AM/FM w/4"
Display, CD,
MyFord Touch,
Navigation, Lane
Keeping

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Powertrain

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Drive
Front Wheel Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Front Wheel Rear Wheel
Engine (standard)
Pentastar Turbo Diesel Ti-VCT Pentastar Turbo Diesel
3.6L V6 V4 3.7L V6 3.6L V6 V4
280hp 275hp 280hp
260lb/ft 265lb/ft 260lb/ft 260lb/ft 265lb/ft
Engine
EcoBoost
3.5L V6
310hp
400lb/ft
Engine
I4 Diesel BlueTec Diesel I5 Diesel I4 Diesel BlueTec Diesel
3.0L V6 3.0L V6 3.2L 3.0L V6 3.0L V6
174hp 188hp 185hp 174hp 188hp
295lb/ft 325lb/ft 350lb/ft 295lb/ft 325lb/ft
Engine Block Heater
Opt. $90 Opt. $75 Opt. $90
Transmission
6-sp auto 5/7-sp auto 6-sp auto 6-sp auto 5/7-sp auto
Axle Ratio
3.31/3.73/4.10
Regular or
Limited Slip
Battery

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RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
95Ah 95Ah 72Ah 95Ah 95Ah
Dual Battery
Std. in Diesel
Alternator
180Ah 220Ah 150Ah 180Ah 220Ah
Opt. $150 Opt. $260 Opt. $150
220Ah 230Ah (210Ah in 220Ah
Diesel)
Brakes
4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock 4W Anti-Lock

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Safety Features

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags Front Airbags
Side Airbags Side Airbags Side Airbags Side Airbags
Stability Control Stability Control Stability Control Stability Control Stability Control
Brake Assist Brake Assist
Roll Mitigation Crosswind Assist Roll Mitigation Crosswind Assist
BackUp Alarm
Opt. $250 Opt. $86 Opt. $125 Opt. $250 Opt. $86
Anti-Theft System
Opt. $495 Opt. $592 Opt. $230 Opt. $495 Opt. $592

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Warranty

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Bumper to Bumper
3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi 3yr/36,000mi
Powertrain
5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi
Safety Restraint System
5yr/60,000mi
Corrosion
5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/Unlimited 5yr/100,000mi 5yr/100,000mi
Roadside Assistance Program
5yr/100,000mi 3yr 5yr/60,000mi 5yr/100,000mi 3yr

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Packages

RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Premium Grille Exterior Premium Grille
$195 $232 $360 $195 $232
Fog Lamps Chrome Headlamp Fog Lamps
Trim
Chrome Grille Chrome Grille Chrome Grille
Chrome Surround
16" Steel Wheel
Interior
$1,070
Rear Trim
AM/FM radio
4" Display
Message Center
SYNC
Cruise Control
Floor Cover
Cloth Front Seats

Premium
$1,730
Ext. Package
Int. Package
Leather Power
Front Seats
Towing Towing Towing
$395 $465 $395
Wiring Wiring Wiring

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RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER FORD TRANSIT RAM MB SPRINTER

1500/2500 2500/3500 250/350 PROMASTER 2500/3500
136" WB 144" WB 148" WB/Ext 2500/3500 170" WB/Ext
159" WB/Ext
Connector
Brake Controller
Tap-in Capable
Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver Hitch Receiver
Smoker Smoker Smoker
$60 $40 $60
Cigarettte Lighter Cigarettte Lighter Cigarettte Lighter
Ash Tray Ash Cup Ash Tray
Cargo LED
$70
Protection Protection Protection
$195 $185 $195
Lower Side Wall Rear Lower Side Wall
Panels Polypropylene Panels
Wall Panels
Switches
$85
A/C Prep
$100
CNG/LPG Pr.
$315

Prices as of March 7, 2015

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Weight Ratings
These ratings are for vehicles with their standard engine. As some models
come with a choice of gas and/or diesel engines, their ratings will vary
too. The ratings are sorted by tonnage and wheelbase.

FORD TRANSIT RAM PROMASTER MB SPRINTER NISSAN NV CHEVY EXPRESS

150/1500 – ½ ton
CURB
VEHICLE WHEELBASE ROOF GVWR GCWR WEIGHT PAYLOAD
ProMaster 118" low 8550 11500 4628 3981
ProMaster 136" low 8550 11500 4698 3911
ProMaster 136" high 8550 11500 4756 3820
Transit 130" low 8600 10800 4950 3680
Transit 130" medium 8600 10800 5008 3550
Transit 148" low 8600 10800 5050 3550
Transit 148" medium 8600 10800 5108 2930
NV low 8550 13400 5807 2590
250/2500 – ¾ ton
CURB
VEHICLE WHEELBASE ROOF GVWR GCWR WEIGHT PAYLOAD
ProMaster 136" high 8900 11500 4787 3879
ProMaster 159" high 8900 11500 4902 3994
Transit 130" low 8600 10800 4950 4080
Transit 130" medium 8600 10800 5008 3950
Transit 148" low 8600 10800 5050 3950
Transit 148" medium 8600 10800 5108 3000
Transit 148" high 9000 12125 5168 3720
Transit 148" high 9000 12125 5444
Sprinter 144" high 8550 13550 5643 3447

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250/2500 – ¾ ton
CURB
VEHICLE WHEELBASE ROOF GVWR GCWR WEIGHT PAYLOAD
Sprinter 170" high 8550 13550 5643 3117
Sprinter 170" Ext high 8550 13550 5555
NV low 9100 13400 5827 3141
NV high 9100 13400 3127
Express low 8600 13000 5291 3309
Express Ext low 8600 13000 5505
350/3500 – 1 ton
CURB
VEHICLE WHEELBASE ROOF GVWR GCWR WEIGHT PAYLOAD
ProMaster 159" high 9350 11500 4933 4430
ProMaster 159" Ext high 9350 11500 5070 4317
Transit 148" high 9000 12125 5168 4220
Transit 148" Ext high 9000 12125 5444 4010
Sprinter 144" high 9990/11030 15250 5533 5508
Sprinter 170" high 9990/11030 15250 5909 5132
Sprinter 170" Ext high 9990/11030 14990 6073 4968
NV low 9900 16000 3925
NV high 9900 16000 3850
Express low 9600 13000 5206 4394
Express Ext low 9600 13000 5567 4033

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CONCLUSION
Finally, more European style cargo vans have arrived on the American
market, with several models to choose from and with the prospect of
new brands to enter the market place soon.

Mercedes Benz is expanding its Sprinter market share, with a commitment

of a new production facility and introduction of the first 4×4 cargo van in
early 2015. Their models are sold as MB Sprinter and Freightliner and are
only offered with diesel engines.

A few years ago Nissan entered the commercial van market, that is
dominated by American brands. Even as they only could expect small sale
numbers, Nissan has succeeded to open up the market with a successful
introduction of the quirky NV series.

The BIG entry this year, is the new Ford Transit. With its
long history in Europe, Ford has introduced this van
with many new features and changes, in an effort to
adapt it to the American market. As a replacement for
the aging Econoline series, it is already grabbing the largest market share
amongst its competitors.

A growing demand for trucks and vans, has led to the introduction of the
Ram ProMaster in September 2013, and while it has some unique
features, like FWD and lower payload floor, it still struggles in sales. Only
the Chevy Express remains largely unchanged. Despite falling sales, its use
as a workvan is still popular with small businesses. With use as an RV
conversion, it finally may fall out of grace!

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Ford Transit special features

The roof is fairly flat and will allow for easy installation
of one or more exhaust fans. The wheel housings are
much reduced in size and the integrated fuel tank
filling opening at the driver’s side door and the
integrated car jack storage on the other side are great
design features.

Ram ProMaster special features

This is the only Front Wheel Drive van in this

comparison, with a payload floor lowered by approx. 5
inches, which allows for ‘standing height’ in even its
smallest model.

MB Sprinter special features

The 2015 model has a great new diesel engine that

performs well with a greater fuel efficiency than its
previous motor. It has the highest floor-to-roof
distance, but has a higher entry price as it only comes
with a diesel engine.

Nissan NV special features

The NV series MSRP starts at the lower end when

compared the the other models, and the interior height
is one of its best features, but this van is short on cargo
floor length.

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Chevy Express special features

The lack of innovation is its biggest drawback and may

hurt it in the short term, but their outstanding towing
capacities still fill a need.

Warning!

After you have chosen your model, always verify the specific
ratings, size and capabilities of that cargo van with its
manufacturer, as the above information is for research only.

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Thank You For Your Attention!

I thank you for reading this guide from start to finish.

Thanks again, and I’ll see you online...

Van Williams
Van Williams
CargoVanConversion.com

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Disclaimer (And Reality Check!)

The above information is for research purposes only. I'm not a car
expert, so please, verify with the appropriate specialists.

I hope the included information will help you get started, because
there is no gain without trying.

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