What was the last year of the Dodge Sprinter van?
The last year a Dodge-badged Sprinter van was sold was 2009.
Background
The Dodge Sprinter was the North American version of Mercedes-Benz's Sprinter van, produced for the Dodge dealer network from 2003 through 2009. It shared the Sprinter's front-engine layout, diesel engines, and cargo-carrying versatility, but wore Dodge branding for a period as part of DaimlerChrysler's global lineup.
Timeline of the Dodge Sprinter in the U.S.
Key milestones in the Dodge Sprinter's U.S. run are summarized below.
- 2003: Dodge introduces the Sprinter in North America, a rebadged Mercedes-Benz Sprinter designed for fleets and commercial use.
- 2007–2009: Model-year updates and refinements appear, including updated interiors and features, while the vehicle remains a Dodge product in the U.S. market.
- 2009: The final model year for the Dodge Sprinter; Chrysler's restructuring and brand changes lead to the elimination of the Dodge Sprinter name from the lineup.
- Post-2009: The Sprinter name continues in North America under Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner dealer networks, but not under the Dodge badge. Chrysler later introduces the Ram ProMaster as the U.S. market replacement for the Sprinter family, relying on the Fiat Ducato platform.
The list above shows the primary milestones that defined the Dodge Sprinter's run in the United States and its eventual replacement by a distinct product line under Ram.
What happened after the Dodge Sprinter
After the Dodge brand withdrew the Sprinter from its lineup, the van segment in the United States continued under other banners. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter remained available through Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner dealerships, while Ram introduced the ProMaster in 2014 as its own line of cargo vans built on the Fiat Ducato platform. This split reflected Daimler's global brand strategy and the separation of Dodge from the light commercial vehicle market in North America.
Branding and naming notes
In the United States, Sprinters were marketed under multiple banners over the years (Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Freightliner Sprinter, and Dodge Sprinter) due to corporate and dealer-network arrangements within Daimler. The end of Dodge Sprinter coincided with a broader rebranding and product shift toward the Ram ProMaster in the North American market.
Summary
The Dodge Sprinter's last year was 2009. Since then, Dodge has not offered a Sprinter-branded van in the U.S.; the Sprinter lineup has lived on through Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner in North America, while Ram introduced the ProMaster (based on Fiat Ducato) as the successor in the Dodge/Ram brand family for cargo vans.
Is a Dodge Sprinter the same as a Mercedes Sprinter?
Why Is the Mercedes Sprinter Van Identical to Dodge and Freightliner Sprinter Vans? To avoid the tax, Mercedes started importing their Sprinter vans in pieces called CKD kits. Mercedes first would manufacture their trucks in Germany.
How much does a 2025 Sprinter van cost?
2025 Sprinter Passenger Van, 144-inch wheelbase w/ standard roof: Starting at $56,930 MSRP* 2025 Sprinter Passenger Van, 170-inch wheelbase w/ high roof: Starting at $66,530 MSRP* 2025 Sprinter Cab Chassis, 144-inch wheelbase w/ standard roof: Starting at $54,130 MSRP*
When did Dodge stop making the Sprinter van?
Though the Sprinter has been met with some level of success at select Dodge dealers, Mercedes has decided to pull the plug on Chrysler in 2010. About 350 dealers sell the Sprinter as a Dodge, and the large commercial van has managed sales of about 20,000 per year since it donned the Ram head in 2003.
How many miles will a Dodge Sprinter last?
Average Lifespan of Sprinters
On average, a well-maintained Sprinter can easily hit 300,000 miles, with some even reaching 500,000 miles or more. The key here is regular maintenance. These vans are designed for durability, especially when it comes to long-distance driving and heavy loads.
