Ufficiale: Ram Promaster [USA]

beckervdo · 8 Febbraio 2013

Il nostro Ducato diventa Ram Promaster. Motori 3.0 Mjet 4 cilindri da 180 CV e 3.6 V6 Pentastar da 280 CV (!). Il primo con cambio robotizzato a 6 marce, il secondo con classico automatico a 6 rapporti e convertitore di coppia.

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Chicago: 2014 Ram ProMaster debuts with optional diesel power

After looking to Mercedes-Benz for its last commercial workhorse, the Dodge Sprinter, Chrysler is turning to Fiat for its new Ram Promaster full-size van.
Based heavily on the European-market Fiat Ducato, the Promaster features unibody construction and front-wheel-drive, the latter of which is unique among U.S.-market large vans. To broaden its appeal among business and fleet customers, the Promaster is available in a dizzying array of configurations: three wheelbase lengths, four overall lengths and two roof heights can spec’d, and cargo, chassis cab and cutaway body styles will be on offer.

When it comes to powertrains, the Promaster will present buyers with two choices. The standard engine is Chrysler’s ubiquitous Pentastar V6, here making 280 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, which pairs with a six-speed automatic. Optional is an “EcoDiesel” 3.0-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder with 174 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque that shifts through a six-speed automated manual. Ram claims best-in-class fuel economy, although no figures have been provided.

Payload capacity is rated at up to 5145 lbs., and gross combined weight ratings range from 11,500 lbs. for the Pentastar and 12,500 lbs. for the Ecodiesel.

Bringing the Promaster and its cargo to a halt are four-wheel disc brakes fitted with Brembo (!) dual-piston calipers. The suspension is composed of struts up front, a Hotchkiss leaf-spring system at the rear and twin-tube shocks at all four corners.

Inside, the Promaster boasts as much as 530 cubic feet of stowage space in its largest form, and 17 tie-down rings (rated for up to 1000 lbs.) mounted in the floor help keep cargo in place. Split rear doors capable of opening up 260 degrees provide access to the cargo area.

Just when the Promaster will arrive in dealerships to spar with rivals like the Nissan NV and Ford’s upcoming Transit van isn’t clear, and Ram also hasn’t detailed pricing information. Watch for announcements on both subjects in the coming weeks.
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