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2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon Review

September 30, 2009

STYLING | 4 out of 10

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radically sloped front end, long wheelbase and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick could knock it over
Edmunds

a box on wheels
Car and Driver

isn't likely to win any beauty pageants
Kelley Blue Book

The 2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon is Dodge's full-size van, and it emphasizes passengers and cargo more than the full-sized vans from GM and Ford. Translation: All hints of styling have been sacrificed for passenger and cargo space. While most reviewers like the 2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon for its capabilities, they are generally disparaging—or, at the least, quiet—about its appearance.

Kelley Blue Book says diplomatically, "the 2009 Dodge Sprinter isn't likely to win any beauty pageants"; however, they also note "real attractiveness in its efficient design." While not as picturesque in its description, Car and Driver is also less than complimentary, remarking the "flat cargo floor and vertical side walls make it a box on wheels." Edmunds asserts that the Sprinter's "radically sloped front end, long wheelbase and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick could knock it over."

"The Sprinter holds an advantage in regards to interior design," Edmunds observes. "Its new dashboard and steering wheel angle have been greatly improved over its predecessor." ConsumerGuide notes the Sprinter's "simple and logical control placement, though reaching some less-used switch gear requires a stretch. Sprinter's clearly marked gauges are easy to read at a glance." Car and Driver simply calls the interior "Spartan."

Conclusion

The 2009 Dodge Sprinter isn't built for looks.

STYLING | 4 out of 10Expert Quotes:radically sloped front end, long wheelbase and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick could knock it overEdmundsa box on wheelsCar and Driverisn't likely to win any beauty pageantsKelley Blue Book The 2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon is Dodge's full-size van, and it emphasizes passengers and cargo more than the full-sized vans from GM and Ford. Translation: All hints of styling have been sacrificed for passenger and cargo space. While most reviewers like the 2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon for its capabilities, they are generally disparaging—or, at the least, quiet—about its appearance. Kelley Blue Book says diplomatically, "the 2009 Dodge Sprinter isn't likely to win any beauty pageants"; however, they also note "real attractiveness in its efficient design." While not as picturesque in its description, Car and Driver is also less than complimentary, remarking the "flat cargo floor and vertical side walls make it a box on wheels." Edmunds asserts that the Sprinter's "radically sloped front end, long wheelbase and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick could knock it over." "The Sprinter holds an advantage in regards to interior design," Edmunds observes. "Its new dashboard and steering wheel angle have been greatly improved over its predecessor." ConsumerGuide notes the Sprinter's "simple and logical control placement, though reaching some less-used switch gear requires a stretch. Sprinter's clearly marked gauges are easy to read at a glance." Car and Driver simply calls the interior "Spartan." ConclusionThe 2009 Dodge Sprinter isn't built for looks. 2009 DODGE SPRINTER WAGON STYLING | [4 out of 10] Edmunds: "radically sloped front end, long wheelbase and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick could knock it over" Car and Driver: "a box on wheels" Kelley Blue Book: "isn't likely to win any beauty pageants" The ...

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The Sprinter offers far more interior space than the standard-wheelbase GM and Ford vans. Each of the full-size van models from Ford and General Motors have a harder, busier ride than the 2009 Dodge Sprinter Wagon; they don't steer as well as the Sprinter and lack its maneuverability. For 2009, the full-size GM vans (Express and Savana) have standard electronic stability control, but the feature is available on only some of the Ford lineup. Fuel economy, of course, is where there's no comparison. While the V-6 and V-8 engines of the GM and Ford models return fuel economy numbers in the mid-teens in most driving, the Sprinter gets mileage numbers well into the 20s.

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