2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo is the loss of the optional gasoline V6. Every version now has a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 and a five-speed automatic transmission.
About the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo
2007 redesign generation, third model year, and final Dodge-branded year in the U.S.
Dodge pitched the Sprinter Cargo as a smarter work van: tall, efficient, easy to load, and easy to fit around a business. Its core appeal was simple for U.S. commercial buyers: more usable cargo space than traditional American vans, low step-in height, big side and rear door openings, diesel fuel economy, and a body that was friendly to shelving and other work upfits. It stood out by feeling more purpose-built for delivery, trade, and shuttle work than older full-size van designs.
The 2009 Sprinter 2500 Cargo is a work-focused van offered in shorter Base and longer Extended forms. The Base has a 144-inch wheelbase and 318 cubic feet of cargo room, while the 170-inch-wheelbase Extended expands capacity to 547 cubic feet. Both have a sliding side door, rear doors that open 270 degrees, cargo-securing rings, and stability control.
What changed, by category
2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0L | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 318 cu-ft | 547 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo have a gasoline engine?
No. The gasoline V6 was dropped for 2009, so every Sprinter 2500 Cargo uses a 154-hp 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 with a five-speed automatic transmission.
What changed from the 2008 to the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo?
The main change is that the optional 3.5-liter gasoline V6 was discontinued, leaving the 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 as the sole engine. Base and Extended trims also joined the lineup.
Was the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 Cargo redesigned?
No. The 2009 model continues the generation introduced for 2007, with its cargo-focused layout and major body dimensions largely unchanged.
What is the difference between the 2009 Sprinter 2500 Cargo Base and Extended trims?
The Base is the shorter version, with a 144-inch wheelbase and 318 cubic feet of cargo room. The Extended has a 170-inch wheelbase and 547 cubic feet of cargo room for longer and bulkier loads.
Was 2009 the final year for the Dodge-branded Sprinter?
Yes. The 2009 model was the final Dodge-branded Sprinter year in the United States before Sprinter sales shifted to Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner for 2010.