2003 Dodge Sprinter Review
2003 Dodge Sprinter Review
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Pros
- Generous array of body configurations, class-leading cargo capacity, stellar fuel economy from turbodiesel engine.
Cons
- Lacks high-speed punch, can't get a V8 for heavier towing and hauling, limited initial availability.
What’s new
Dodge takes a major leap of faith by replacing the aging Ram Van with a European-styled commercial design engineered by Mercedes-Benz.
Edmunds says
The European-engineered Sprinter gives the full-size van buyer an unprecedented level of refinement, utility and value in a unique package. When it comes to serious towing and hauling, though, it can't keep up with V8-powered domestic vans.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 High Ceiling 118 WB 3dr Van (2.7L 5cyl Turbodiesel 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in Delaware.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Delaware
Not EPA tested for Sprinter 2500 High Ceiling 118 WB
Sprinter 2500 High Ceiling 118 WB
vs
$314/mo
Avg. Large Van
Consumer reviews
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5 star(66%)
4 star(16%)
3 star(18%)
2 star(0%)
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5 out of 5 stars
2002 Freightliner Sprinter is fantastic!
Wild Imaginations, 11/25/2007
2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 High Ceiling 140 WB 3dr Ext Van (2.7L 5cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
I got this van used in September 2005 and drove it home from Brighton, Co to Danville, CA. It drove perfectly fine. Fuel mileage was around 20 mpg. After 50k miles, the mileage got up to 22 mpg. Now after 106k miles, the mileage is up to 25 mpg combined city/fwy. Use it for my business and never gave me any problems. Even went on a trip from Danville, CA to Las Vegas, NV on one tank of … diesel fuel. I was totally impressed!!! Everyone is always complimenting or asking questions about my Sprinter van. My kids think it's the ugliest thing in the neighborhood and refuse to be near it. Good for me, they won't bother asking me if they can use it. Will keep it for another 100k miles!
3.75 out of 5 stars
AVOID AT ALL COSTS!
henrod, 02/07/2012
2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 SH Ceiling 118 WB 3dr Van (2.7L 5cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
Bought one of the first 2002 models imported into the states and the day after I drove it home, it had problems. Steering rack was out after 1,500 miles had all the fuel injectors replaced twice, cylinder head was damaged by Freightliner dealer in Forest Park, GA and had to wait 4 months to have the part shipped in from Germany and installed. On my third turbo and fuel pump, have gone … through the famed "Black Death", on my fifth transmission which required having the entire motor pulled to get to it. And after 135,000 miles, still having problems, at least they're not as frequent.
2.75 out of 5 stars
A Nightmare
junk13, 11/16/2013
2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 High Ceiling 118 WB 3dr Van (2.7L 5cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
We have had our 2003 Sprinter for 2 1/2 months.
It has been in the garage for 3 weeks now and still after $2,000+ don't know what it is.
It ran fine but it started being difficult to start.
It would crank and crank and then finally start until it just wouldn't start.
We had it towed to Freightliner thinking they work on these vehicles and would know their stuff.
They first said it was a … cranking sensor and a quanity control value.
It took 2 weeks to get the part.
Didn't fix it.
Now they say they think it is the engine harness and if not that then maybe the fuel pump.
Well still sitting there.
If they ever get it started we are going to get rid of it.
No more problems!!
4.88 out of 5 stars
I love my Sprinter Van
lgc30642, 09/11/2003
2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 SH Ceiling 158 WB 3dr Ext Van (2.7L 5cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
Not only is this an awesome van for my
construction business, it is dynamite
for advertising because I am still the
only one in my market are with one!
It's been absolutely flawless so far.
With 23+ MPG, it's much more cost
effective than a pickup outfitted for
tools. I've turned it into
my "advervan" and business has picked
up even in this down economy
2003 Sprinter Highlights
2500 High Ceiling 118 WB
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $28,260 |
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Engine Type | Diesel |
Seating | 8 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
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