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Fiat Ducato
Fiat Ducato Kastenwagen 130 Multijet (III, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 13. Juli 2014, Düsseldorf.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerSevel
FCA US LLC (2014–present)
Also calledCitroën Jumper
Citroën Relay
Peugeot Boxer
Ram ProMaster
Production1981–present
AssemblyVal di Sangro, Atessa, Italy (Sevel Sud)
Pomigliano d’Arco, Naples, Italy (Sevel Sud)
Akçalar, Turkey (Karsan)
Elabuga, Russia (Fiat-Sollers, facelifted second generation bus and panel van, 2008 to 2011)
Sete Lagoas, Brazil (Iveco)
Saltillo, Mexico (FCA US LLC)
Mashhad, Iran (Lotus)[1]
Body and chassis
ClassLight commercial vehicle (M)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
PredecessorFiat 242
Fiat Daily

The Fiat Ducato is a light commercial vehicle developed by the Sevel joint venture between Fiat and PSA Peugeot Citroën, produced since 1981. It was also sold as the Citroën C25, Peugeot J5, Alfa Romeo AR6 and Talbot Express for the first generation, while the second and third generations are marketed as the Fiat Ducato, Citroën Jumper, and Peugeot Boxer. It entered the Canada and United States markets as the Ram ProMaster for the 2014 model year.

In Europe, it is produced at the Sevel Sud factory, in Atessa, Italy. It has also been produced at the Iveco factory in Sete Lagoas, Brazil, at the Karsan factory in Akçalar, Turkey, at the Lotus factory[1] in Iran, at the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant in Saltillo, Mexico, and at the Fiat-Sollers factory in Elabuga, Russia. Since 1981, more than 2.6 million Fiat Ducatos have been produced.[2] The Ducato is the most common motorhome base used in Europe; with around two thirds of motorhomes using the Ducato base.[3]

Fiat Professional's first all-electric vehicle will join an Ducato lineup for the 2020 model year. The Fiat Ducato van, representing around 75 percent of European RVs, will now be accessible as an electric.[4][unreliable source?]

First generation (1981–1993)[edit]

First generation
Fiat Ducato I front 20100505.jpg
Fiat Ducato
Overview
Also called
Production1981–1993
Body and chassis
Body style3-door van/minibus
2-door pickup
Powertrain
Engine
  • 1.8 L I4 (petrol)
  • 2.0 L I4 (petrol)
  • 1.9 L I4 (diesel)
  • 1.9 L I4 (turbodiesel)
  • 2.5 L I4 (diesel)
  • 2.5 L I4 (turbodiesel)
  • 43 kW electric motor
Fiat Ducato rear view

The Ducato was first launched in 1981, and was the result of Fiat's collaboration with PSA Peugeot Citroën, that resulted in the vehicle's development starting in 1978. The vehicles were manufactured at the Sevel Val di Sangro plant in Atessa, central Italy, and at the Sevel Campania plant in Pomigliano d'Arco, Naples[5] together with the similar Alfa Romeo AR6, Citroën C25 and Peugeot J5 versions. The Peugeot J5 was sold as the Talbot Express in the United Kingdom (1986–1994). The collaboration of Fiat and PSA had earlier produced the Fiat 242 and Citroën C35 from 1974.

For the Fiat, engines were 2.0 litre 4-cylinder petrol or 1.9 diesel. Trim levels were base, S and SX. Model variants were named according to carrying capacity: Ducato 10 (1.0 tons), Ducato 13 (1.3 tons), Ducato 14 (1.4 tons) and Ducato Maxi 18 (1.8 tons). The Ducato Mk1 was very popular as a basis for campervan conversions. A short-wheelbase version was sold as Fiat Talento.

In August 1992 some Fiat Ducato were built with the T29C electric DC motor from Leroy-Somer, named as the Ducato Elettra powered by 28 Valve-Regulated-Lead-Acid batteries VRLA battery GEL cell batteries 6 V 160 A (168 V DC), in a wooden box (868 kg). This 4765 x 1965 x 2100 mm transporter (valid maximum weight 3190 kg) had a vehicle payload of 750 kg and a range up to 70 kilometers.[6]

Alfa Romeo AR6[edit]

The Alfa Romeo AR6 was a badge engineered Ducato sold by Alfa Romeo on the Italian market only. It was available in two different wheelbase lengths, and as a passenger van, commercial van or pick-up truck. It was also the final commercial vehicle sold by Alfa Romeo. The Alfa Romeo brand model was produced in the Sevel Campania plant (former ARVECO - Alfa Romeo Industrial Vehicles) of Pomigliano d'Arco, Naples until 1 January 1986 when the production of Alfa Romeo commercial vehicles was interrupted by FIAT. In the same plant the production of the Fiat Ducato continued until 1994 when it was closed.[7]

Citroën C25[edit]

The Citroën C25 was a 2.5 tonne capacity van (hence the name C25) produced from October 1981 until 1993. The C25 succeeded the dated corrugated Citroën Type H post war one tonne van. The C25's engines are transversely mounted; the petrol one is a Peugeot 504 unit whilst the diesel one is from the Citroën CX diesel. Both units are coupled to a Citroën gearbox.

In February 1982, the range was extended to include a pick-up truck and a minibus. In 1991, the C25 series 2 was launched with an enlarged grille. In 1994, the C25 was replaced by the Jumper.

Peugeot J5[edit]

The Peugeot J5 was a 2.5 tonne capacity van, also produced from October 1981 until 1993. Its powertrains are as per the Citroën C25. In 1991, the J5 series 2 was launched with a new front grille and headlights. It was replaced in 1994 by the Peugeot Boxer, which was based on the second generation Fiat Ducato.

It sold reasonably well in France but enjoyed little commercial success outside France, being overshadowed in much of Europe by the Fiat Ducato, which was supported by stronger commercial vehicle dealership networks in key markets.

Talbot Express[edit]

The Talbot Express van, sold solely in the United Kingdom, was the last Talbot-badged motor vehicle to be produced. Production of this badge-engineered version for the United Kingdom began in 1982 and continued until 1994, nearly eight years after the last Talbot badged passenger car had been withdrawn.

Its Citroën/Peugeot petrol and diesel engines were transversely mounted driving the front wheels. A 4x4 option was also available, although is now very rare today.

In 1991, the series 2 Express was launched with an enlarged grille. Production was discontinued in 1994, when Peugeot finally discarded the Talbot marque.

This van was popular in the United Kingdom, for new conversions to camper vans or motorhomes by coach builders. Provided they are well-maintained and not too rusty, they can still command prices of many thousands of pounds even though they are over twenty years old. This is in marked contrast to the values of the commercial van versions.

Engines[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm
Petrol engines
1800 PSA 169B 1796 cc OHV 8v Carburettor 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) at 4800 rpm 136 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft) at 2300 rpm
2000 PSA 170B 1971 cc OHV 8v Carburettor 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 5000 rpm 147 N⋅m (108 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
2000 PSA 170B 1971 cc OHV 8v Carburettor 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp) at 5000 rpm 152 N⋅m (112 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
2000 PSA 170C 1971 cc OHV 8v Carburettor 86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp) at 4750 rpm 160 N⋅m (120 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
2000 cat PSA 170D 1971 cc OHV 8v Fuel injection 84 PS (62 kW; 83 hp) at 4750 rpm 160 N⋅m (120 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
Diesel engines
1929 D Fiat 149B1000 1929 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) at 4600 rpm 120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
1929 TD Fiat 280A1000 1929 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) at 4100 rpm 181 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm
2445 TD Sofim 8144.21 2445 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 92 PS (68 kW; 91 hp) at 3800 rpm 216 N⋅m (159 lb⋅ft) at 2200 rpm
2445 D Sofim 8144.61 2445 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) at 4200 rpm 147 N⋅m (108 lb⋅ft) at 2400 rpm
2500 D Sofim 8144.07 2500 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 4200 rpm 162 N⋅m (119 lb⋅ft) at 2200 rpm
2500 D Sofim 8144.67 2500 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 4200 rpm 162 N⋅m (119 lb⋅ft) at 2200 rpm
2500 TD Sofim 8140.27 2500 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) at 3800 rpm 216 N⋅m (159 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm
Electric engines
ELETTRA Leroy-Somer T29C LT250 DC magnetic shunt 28 VRLA battery Pb-Gel batteries 6V DC 160A 58.5 PS (43.0 kW; 57.7 hp) at 1550 rpm 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) at 1550 rpm

Gallery[edit]

Second generation (1993–2006)[edit]

Second generation
Fiat Ducato II Facelift front 20081227.jpg
Overview
Also calledPeugeot Boxer
Peugeot Manager (Mexico)
Citroën Jumper
Citroën Relay (United Kingdom)
Production1993–2006
1998–2018 (Brazil)
Body and chassis
Body style3-door van/minibus
4-door van/minibus
2-door pickup
Powertrain
Engine2.0L Petrol PSA XU10 I4
1.9L Diesel PSA XUD9 I4
1.9L Turbodiesel PSA XUD9 I4
1.9L Diesel Fiat I4 (Fiat)
1.9L Turbodiesel Fiat I4 (Fiat)
2.0L Turbodiesel PSA DW10 I4
2.2L Turbodiesel PSA DW12 I4 (Citroën and Peugeot)
2.3L Turbodiesel Sofim I4 16 valve (Fiat)
2.5L Diesel PSA DJ5 I4 12 valve (Citroën and Peugeot)
2.5L Diesel Sofim 8140/S8U I4 (Fiat)
2.5L Turbodiesel PSA DJ5 I4 12 valve (Citroën and Peugeot)
2.5L Turbodiesel Sofim 8140/S9U I4 (Fiat)
2.8L Diesel Sofim 8140/S8W I4 (Fiat)
2.8L Turbodiesel Sofim 8140/S9W I4
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Fiat Ducato II facelift rear view
Fiat Ducato II pre-facelift
Fiat Ducato II pre-facelift

New Sevel produced version. Peugeot called it Boxer while Citroën named it Jumper (Relay in the United Kingdom). One engine option was a Fiat 2.5 L diesel, which was replaced with 2.8 L Iveco/Sofim engine in 1998.

The Ducato Goods Transport has a payload of 12 m cubed and comes with a choice of four engines: the 2.0 petrol, 2.0 JTD, 2.3 JTD 16v or 2.8 JTD. All of these conformed to the Euro 3 standards and offered programmed maintenance management. The range included two types of gearbox: a mechanical box with a five-speed manual plus reverse and an automatic transmission with four speeds plus reverse.

The Ducato Passenger Transport has a carrying capacity of six to nine people and comes with the 2.3 litre JTD 16v engine, which again is Euro 3 compliant and delivers 110 bhp.

The Ducato Combi is a mixture of the Goods Transport and the Passenger Transport. It is ideal for the transport of people and goods alike, and it can accommodate up to nine occupants. Model designations were Ducato 10 (1 ton), Ducato 14 (1.4 tons) and Ducato Maxi 18 (1.8 tons).

The second series was restyled in February 2002, with the addition of rear and side bump mouldings and revised front grille. The engine range was: 2.0 JTD, 2.3 JTD 16v and 2.8 JTD, 2.5 diesel was dropped. Model designations were changed to reflect maximum gross weight: Ducato 29 (2.9 tons), Ducato 30 (3.0 tons), Ducato 33 (3.3 tons) and Ducato Maxi 35 (3.5 tons).

On 15 December 2005, the three millionth vehicle was produced, which resulted in the rate of production increasing to nine vehicles per day. This generation is now also produced at the Iveco plant in Sete Lagoas, Brazil and since 2006 in Elabuga, Russia.

Engines[edit]

1993–1999[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm Years
Petrol engines
2.0 i.e. PSA RFW 1,998 cc SOHC 8v Multi-point fuel injection 109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 5,500 rpm 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 3,400 rpm 1994–1999
Diesel engines
1.9 D1 Fiat 230A2000 1,929 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) @ 4,600 rpm 120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) @ 2,500 rpm 1994–1999
1.9 D2 PSA D8C 1,905 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) @ 4,600 rpm 120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm 1994–1999
1.9 TD1 Fiat 230A3000 1,929 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) @ 4,200 rpm 180 N⋅m (130 lb⋅ft) @ 2,500 rpm 1994–1999
1.9 TD cat1 Fiat 230A4000 1,929 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) @ 4,200 rpm 175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) @ 2,500 rpm 1994–1999
1.9 TD2 PSA D8B 1,905 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 92 PS (68 kW; 91 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 196 N⋅m (145 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 1994–1999
2.5 D1 Iveco 8140.67 2,500 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 84 PS (62 kW; 83 hp) @ 4,200 rpm 164 N⋅m (121 lb⋅ft) @ 2,400 rpm 1994–1998
2.5 D2 PSA T9A 2,446 cc SOHC 12v Indirect injection 86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp) @ 4,350 rpm 153 N⋅m (113 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 1994–1999
2.5 TD2 PSA T8A 2,446 cc SOHC 12v Indirect injection 103 PS (76 kW; 102 hp) @ 4,200 rpm 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) @ 2,200 rpm 1994–1998
2.5 TD2 PSA THX 2,446 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 107 PS (79 kW; 106 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 1998–1999
2.5 TDI1 Iveco 8140.47 2,500 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp) @ 3,800 rpm 245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm 1994–1998
2.5 TDI cat1 Iveco 8140.47R 2,500 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 3,800 rpm 256 N⋅m (189 lb⋅ft) @ 2,200 rpm 1994–1998
2.8 D1 Iveco 8140.63 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 87 PS (64 kW; 86 hp) @ 3,800 rpm 180 N⋅m (130 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm 1998–1999
2.8 i.d. TD Iveco 8140.43 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 122 PS (90 kW; 120 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm 1998–1999

1 Only for Fiat Ducato
2 Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer

2000–2001[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm Years
Petrol engines
2.0 i.e. PSA RFW 1,998 cc SOHC 8v Multi-point fuel injection 109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 5,500 rpm 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 3,400 rpm 2000-2001
Diesel engines
1.9 D PSA DJY 1,905 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) @ 4,600 rpm 120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm 2000-2001
1.9 TD PSA DHY 1,905 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 196 N⋅m (145 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 2000-2001
2.0 JTD/HDi PSA RHV 1,997 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 84 PS (62 kW; 83 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 192 N⋅m (142 lb⋅ft) @ 1,900 rpm 2000-2001
2.5 D1 PSA T9A 2,446 cc SOHC 12v Indirect injection 86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp) @ 4,350 rpm 153 N⋅m (113 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 2000-2001
2.5 TD1 PSA THX 2,446 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 107 PS (79 kW; 106 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm 2000
2.8 D2 Iveco 8140.63 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Indirect injection 87 PS (64 kW; 86 hp) @ 3,800 rpm 180 N⋅m (130 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm 2000-2001
2.8 i.d. TD Iveco 8140.43 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Direct injection 122 PS (90 kW; 120 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm 2000-2001
2.8 JTD/HDi Iveco 8140.43S 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 128 PS (94 kW; 126 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 300 N⋅m (220 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm 2000–2001

1 Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
2 Only for Fiat Ducato

2002–2006[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm Years
Petrol engines
2.0 i.e. PSA RFL 1,998 cc SOHC 8v Multi-point fuel injection 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 5,700 rpm 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 3,700 rpm 2002–2006
2.0 i.e. natural power CNG PSA RFL 1,998 cc SOHC 8v Multi-point fuel injection 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 5,700 rpm 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 3,700 rpm 2002–2003
2.0 i.e. G power LPG PSA RFL 1,998 cc SOHC 8v Multi-point fuel injection 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 5,700 rpm 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 3,700 rpm 2002–2006
Diesel engines
2.0 JTD/HDi PSA RHV 1,997 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 84 PS (62 kW; 83 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 192 N⋅m (142 lb⋅ft) @ 1,900 rpm 2002–2006
2.2 HDi1 PSA 4HY 2,179 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 101 PS (74 kW; 100 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 240 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @ 1,900 rpm 2002–2006
2.3 JTD2 Iveco F1AE0481C 2,286 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct injection 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 270 N⋅m (200 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm 2002–2006
2.3 Multijet (Brazil) Iveco 2,286 cc DOHC 16V Common rail direct injection 127 PS (93 kW; 125 hp) 2009
2.8 JTD/HDi Iveco 8140.43S 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 128 PS (94 kW; 126 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 300 N⋅m (220 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm 2002–2006
2.8 JTD/HDi Power Iveco 8140.43N 2,800 cc SOHC 8v Common rail direct injection 146 PS (107 kW; 144 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm 2004–2006

1 Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
2 Only for Fiat Ducato

Gallery[edit]

Third generation (2006–present)[edit]

Third generation
Fiat Ducato front 20080409.jpg
Overview
Also calledPeugeot Boxer
Citroën Relay
Peugeot Manager (Mexico)
Citroën Jumper
Ram ProMaster
Production2006–present
DesignerMichael Vernon Robinson[8]
Body and chassis
Body style3-door van/minibus
4-door van/minibus
2-door pickup
PlatformX250
Powertrain
Engine2.2 L ZSD I4 Diesel (until 2011)
2.0 L Fiat Family B 250 I4 Diesel (starting from 2011)
2.3 L Iveco F1A I4 Diesel
3.0 L Iveco F1C I4 Diesel
3.6 L Pentastar V6 Petrol
Transmission6-speed GM M40 manual
6-speed Chrysler 62TE automatic
Dimensions
WheelbaseSWB Relay/Jumper: 3,000 mm (118.1 in)
SWB: 3,450 mm (135.8 in)
LWB: 4,035 mm (158.9 in)
MWB (Truck Only): 3,800 mm (149.6 in)
LengthSWB Relay/Jumper: 4,963 mm (195.4 in)
Boxer/Manager Chassis Cab: 6,208 mm (244.4 in)
SWB Truck Relay/Jumper: 5,258 mm (207.0 in)
SWB Truck: 5,358 mm (210.9 in)
MWB Truck: 5,708 mm (224.7 in)
MWB Truck Relay/Jumper: 5,608 mm (220.8 in)
LWB Truck: 5,943 mm (234.0 in)
LWB Truck XL: 6,308 mm (248.3 in)
SWB: 5,413 mm (213.1 in)
LWB: 5,998 mm (236.1 in) & 6,363 mm (250.5 in)
LWB Truck: 5,843 mm (230.0 in)
LWB Truck XL: 6,208 mm (244.4 in)
Width2,025 mm (79.7 in)
HeightSWB: 2,524 mm (99.4 in) & 2,764 mm (108.8 in)
Truck: 2,254 mm (88.7 in)
Boxer/Manager Truck: 2,153 mm (84.8 in)
Boxer/Manager Van: 2,522 mm (99.3 in)
Fiat Ducato rear view

The third generation Jumper/Relay was launched in September 2006, followed by the Boxer in June[9] and the Ducato later that year. The vehicle was available in many variants both for people and goods transport. Weights were again increased, with the following designations for all-up weight: Ducato 30 (3 tonnes), Ducato 33 (3.3 tonnes), Ducato Maxi 35 (3.5 tonnes) and Ducato Maxi 40 (4 tonnes). In van configuration, the vehicle is available in three wheelbases: 3000 mm (118 inch), 3450 mm (136 inch), and 4050 mm (159 inch), and in three heights: 2250 mm (90 inch), 2500 mm (99 inch), and 2750 mm (109 inch). Also in van configuration, the three wheelbases are offered in four overall vehicle lengths of 4950 mm (195 inch), 5400 mm (213 inch), 6000 mm (236 inch), and 6350 mm (250 inch). The two longest body lengths are available only with the 4050 mm wheelbase.

Mexico[edit]

This third generation Ducato has been available in Mexico since November 2007, and over 30 different models are available. It is marketed as the Fiat Ducato, and as the Peugeot Manager. These models are similar to the European configurations with smaller engines, available diesel, and manual transmissions,[10] although the Canada & US version, with larger gasoline engines and automatic transmissions is made in Mexico.

Ram ProMaster[edit]

Since October 2013 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles's Ram Trucks brand has marketed the Ducato as the Ram ProMaster in Canada and the US. Since the 2009 bankruptcy of Chrysler and subsequent acquisition by Fiat, Chrysler had not offered a large van in this market. Dodge Trucks (the brand name used by Chrysler prior to the inception of the Ram brand) had offered a version of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van starting in 2003, and earlier the Dodge Ram Van. The ProMaster is produced in FCA's Saltillo, Mexico plant.

Traditional commercial vans in this market are heavy body-on-frame based on pickup trucks. The ProMaster has a unibody construction and front-wheel drive. This gives it a lower floor height, which improves cargo loading. Front-wheel drive also improves handling and safety.[11]

The most significant difference between the ProMaster and the Ducato is the availability of a 3.6 L 24 valve V6 gasoline Chrysler Pentastar engine offered in conjunction with the Chrysler 62TE six speed automatic transmission as standard equipment. The Iveco 3.0 L 16-valve I4 diesel JTD engine, branded as EcoDiesel by Chrysler, mated with the M40 six speed automated manual transmission was offered in model years 2014 through 2016; however, the gasoline V6 is currently the sole engine available in the ProMaster.

The ProMaster is offered in three wheelbases (118-inch (3,000 mm), 135.8-inch (3,450 mm), 158.9-inch (4,040 mm)), four overall body lengths (195-inch (5,000 mm), 213-inch (5,400 mm), 236-inch (6,000 mm), 250-inch (6,400 mm), with the two longest body lengths available only with the 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbase). Only the low (89-inch (2,300 mm) and medium 99-inch (2,500 mm)) heights are offered on the ProMaster.

The panel van configuration is available in all sizes, while the chassis-cab and cut-away configurations are offered only in 136-inch (3,500 mm) and 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbases. The window van is available only in the 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbase and 99-inch (2,500 mm) roof height.

Types of body configurations[edit]

Cargo Van: This is the standard configuration of the ProMaster. This configuration is usually used for delivery and sometimes for outside broadcasting. It is also the standard model for ambulances. It is available in all sizes.

Window Van/Glazed Van: The ProMaster window or glazed van does not have rear seats. However, it can be converted into a passenger van before or after sale; buyers and dealers choose the configuration for the van. It can be configured for personal or bus use, or as a law enforcement transporter. The window van is available as a high-roofed model in 2500 and 3500 chassis.

Chassis Cab: The chassis-cab is used as a flatbed truck and a box van. The box van can be used as a street vending van, an ambulance, or a delivery van. It is available in all sizes.

Cut-Away: Cutaway van chassis versions are traditionally used for motor homes. Collins Group in partnership with REV Group also produces the NexBus school bus line with this type of chassis. It is available in all sizes.

Ambulance: Different companies are converting high roof Fiat Ducattos in to ambulances for frontline A&E work as well as using the passenger van and converting them to be used as patient transport vehicles. FR Conversions builds two different ambulances on the ProMaster 2500 and the 3500. These type II ambulances take advantage of the wider chassis and lower decks to offer the space of a type III ambulance in a type II.

Engines[edit]

2007–2010[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm
Diesel engines
100 Multijet/2.2 HDi Ford Puma 2,198 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) @ 2,900 rpm 250 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm
120 Multijet1 Iveco F1AE0481D 2,287 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 120 PS (88 kW; 120 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm
2.2 HDi2 Ford Puma 2,198 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 120 PS (88 kW; 120 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm
130 Multijet1 Iveco F1AE0481N 2,287 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 130 PS (96 kW; 130 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm
160 Multijet/3.0 HDi Iveco F1CE0481D 2,999 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 157 PS (115 kW; 155 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 400 N⋅m (300 lb⋅ft) @ 1,400 rpm
CNG engines
140 Natural Power Iveco F1C 2,999 cc DOHC 16v MPI Indirect injection 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 2,700 rpm 350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm

1 Only for Fiat Ducato
2 Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer

2010-2014[edit]

Model Engine Displacement Valvetrain Fuel system Max. power at rpm Max. torque at rpm
Diesel engines
2.2 HDi1 PSA Puma100 2,198 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 110 PS (81 kW; 110 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 250 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @ 1,750 rpm
2.2 HDi1 PSA Puma 110 2,198 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 130 PS (96 kW; 130 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm
2.2 HDi1 PSA Puma 120 2,198 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 150 PS (110 kW; 150 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @ 1,750 rpm
115 Multijet2 FPT Family B 250A1000 1,956 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 3,700 rpm 280 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm
130 Multijet2 Iveco F1AE3481D 2,287 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 130 PS (96 kW; 130 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800 rpm
150 Multijet2 Iveco F1AE3481E 2,287 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 148 PS (109 kW; 146 hp) @ 3,600 rpm 350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm
180 Multijet Power/3.0 HDi/EcoDiesel Iveco F1CE3481E 2,999 cc DOHC 16v Common rail direct fuel injection 177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) @ 3,500 rpm 400 N⋅m (300 lb⋅ft) @ 1,400 rpm
CNG engines
140 Natural Power Iveco F1C 2,999 cc DOHC 16v MPI Indirect injection 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 2,700 rpm 350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500 rpm
Petrol engines
3.6 Pentastar3 Chrysler Pentastar 3,604 cc DOHC 24v VVT Sequential Multiple-Port Fuel Injection 284 PS (209 kW; 280 hp) @ 6,400 rpm 353 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm

1 Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
2 Only for Fiat Ducato
3 Only for Ram ProMaster

Note: for some versions/markets the previous engines are still available.

Facelift (2014–present)[edit]

The fourth generation Ducato/Jumper/Relay/Boxer (platform designation X290) was introduced in the summer of 2014. Although based on the third generation model, it features a heavily revised front end, with more car like headlight styling. Euro 6 engines were introduced for the 2017 model year in late 2016, and does not require Adblue (Fiat version only) unlike most of its competitors.[12] The Ram Promaster was later facelifted in 2018 for the 2019 model year with revised grille, increased payload and improved towing capacity[13]

Sales and production figures[edit]

Year Worldwide production Worldwide sales Notes
Relay Ducato Boxer Relay Ducato Boxer
2009 TBA TBA 25,600[14] TBA TBA 31,900[14]
2010 TBA TBA 50,300[14] TBA TBA 48,800[14]
2011 47,238[9] TBA 58,601[9] 46,094[9] TBA 57,662[9] Total Jumper production reached 683,112 units.
Total Boxer production reached 782,012 units.[9]
2012 43,400[15] TBA 54,200[15] 43,100[15] TBA 53,900[15] Total Jumper production reached 726,500 units.
Total Boxer production reached 836,200 units.[15]

References[edit]

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