3 key details to know about the Dodge RAM 1500

The Dodge RAM is one of the most recognizable brands for pickup trucks. Despite being a full-sized pickup, the 1500 is actually the smallest truck in RAM’s lineup. Some of the biggest pros of this vehicle are its outstanding ride and handling, its supercharged performance, and the host of features and safety equipment it comes with. While the car’s exterior design is imposing, its interiors are luxurious. Here are some details about this vehicle:

Engine, ride, handling, and fuel efficiency
The RAM 1500 comes with a choice of four engines – 2 V6 engines and 2 V8 ones. Both these engines are connected to a smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic gearbox. Both provide strong performance and speed on open highway stretches as well as city roads. The powerful engines enable this vehicle to tow up to 12,750 pounds and carry payloads of up to 2,320 pounds. The V6-engined versions take the car from 0-60 mph in about 7.5 seconds to 8.1 seconds, while the V8-engined versions do the same in about 4.1 seconds to 5.9 seconds.

This pickup truck has an impressive ride quality due to its rear suspension using standard coil springs or optional air springs. This means that the vehicle filters out most road bumps and undulations and keeps the cabin a tranquil space at all times. Despite its size, this vehicle also handles decently well around corners. Body roll is kept to acceptable limits while cornering.

The 3.6-liter ETorque Mild Hybrid V6 returns about 20 mpg in cities and 26 mpg on highways. The 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 returns 21 mpg in cities and 29 mpg on highways. The 5.7-liter V8 engine returns 17 mpg in cities and 22 mpg on highways, while the top-of-the-line 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine returns 10 mpg in cities and 14 mpg on highways.

Features and safety equipment
Some of the top features of this vehicle (the TRX variant that comes with the 6.2-liter engine) include an 12.0″ infotainment system, a 19-speaker audio system, heated mirrors, electric seats, and hands-free entry. Some of the safety features of the Dodge RAM 1500 include 4-wheel ABS, traction control, stability control, airbags, and dusk-sensing headlamps.

Price range
The base variant of the RAM 1500 is priced at $38,555. The TRX variant of the vehicle is priced at about $85,700. All these prices are dynamic in nature.