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Eurovan
A Eurovan is a van that was designed for a European or world market rather than for the U.S. market.
Examples include:
- Mercedes Sprinter / Dodge Sprinter / Freightliner Sprinter.
- RAM Promaster (Fiat Ducato)
- Nissan NV, kinda
Eurovans can often be ordered with an OEM high roof for standing room. Small turbodiesel engines are sometimes available for a premium.
The Eurovans' appearance can be polarizing, some in the U.S. market regarding them as weird or ugly looking. High roof models can appear top-heavy.
cargo/living area comparison
This comparision has been moved.
off pavement comparison
The approach and departure angles tells you how steep a grade you can drive onto or off without dragging the front or rear end, usually the bumper. Receiver hitches will usually reduce departure angle.
| Model | Ground clearance | approach angle | departure angle | turning circle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | 8.1“1) | 17.8°2) | 16.7°3) | 45.2'4) |
| Express 2500 | 7.1”5), 7.7“6) | ° | ° | 49.2'7), 54.5'8) |
| E250 | 7.0” | 30°9) | 16°10) | 48.6'11) |
| Promaster | 6.9“ at rear axle | 18.6° | 20° | 36'12), 46.8'13) |
| Sprinter | 6.9”14) | 19°15) | 13°16) | 42'17), 47'18) |
| Transit | 6.0“19), 6.1”20)21) at rear shock mounts. | ? | ~18°22) | 39.2'23), 56.4'24) |
capacity comparison
total Cost of Ownership comparison
Some calculations of gas Eurovans based on NADA information, originally from this blog post. Sprinter left out but Express included; it was not a Eurovan-specific post.
warranty comparison
| Model | Basic | Powertrain | Misc | Transferable | Roadside Assistance | Towing to nearest service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | 5yr/100,000mi31) | 5yr/100,000mi32) | 5yr/unlimited body rust33) | yes34) | 3yr/36,000mi35) | yes36) |
| Promaster | 3yr/36,000mi | 5yr/60,000mi on gas powertrain. 5yr/100,000mi on diesel powertrain. | n/a | Yes37) | 5yr/100,000mi | yes38) |
| Sprinter | 3yr/36,000mi | 5yr/100,000mi on diesel powertrain.39) | 5yr/100,000mi on body rust | yes40) | 3yr/36,000mi | yes41) |
| Transit | 3yr/36,000mi | 5yr/60,000mi on gas powertrain. 5yr/100,000mi on diesel powertrain.42) | n/a | Yes43) | 5yr/100,000mi | up to 35mi44) |
how people chose their eurovan
These are not lists of pros/cons. They are stated reasons (correct or otherwise) people gave for purchasing one platform over the others.
- Transit
- American made
- nationwide serviceability
- best selling eurovan in the US
- looks (over Promaster and NV)
- gas engine option (over Sprinter)
- ride
- cost and durability (over Sprinter)
- MPG (over NV and gas Transits)
- cargo area (over NV)
- square cargo walls (over Sprinter)
- Hatred of FIAT (over Promaster)
- ecoboost
- Promaster
- availability of conversion accessories
- interior height (over Transit mid-roof)
- looks (over Transit)
- interior width
- interior wall squareness
- longer wheelbase (over Transit)
- off-the shelf gas Pentastar and transmission.
- low step-in height
- turning radius
- shorter rear overhang (over Transit)
- forward visibility
- front wheel drive
- automated manual on diesel version
- Sprinter
- factory 4×4 available
- fit and finish
- T1N models can be purchased cheap
- options for diesel powered heaters
- NV
- lowest purchase price
- available V8
- seats and cockpit
- interior width (over Transit)
- built on truck platform
- heavier duty
- reliability
- towing ability
- normal hood length easier for DIY repairs and maintenance
high roof inspection
Bring a ladder or use a vantage point to inspect the top of any high roof vehicle before purchase. It may help you find undisclosed damage.
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