It comes with Ram's eTorque system, which is a mild hybrid system that slightly improves fuel economy, power and smoothness.

Four-wheel-drive is available as an option on all but the Ram TRX, where it is standard. They all use an eight-speed automatic that powers the rear wheels. Crew cabs come with a short bed (5 feet 7 inches) or a long bed (6 feet 4 inches), while all quad cabs have the long bed.įour engines are available depending on the trim level and configuration. Both include four doors and a back seat, but the quad cab has less rear legroom. Two cab configurations are available: quad cab or crew cab. Get all of the details in our Ram 1500 long-term test. The crew-cab short-bed Laramie's 5.7-liter V8 utterly guzzled gas, but aside from an unusual number of minor recalls, the 20 proved comfortable, capable and trouble-free. One reason we're such big fans of the Ram 1500 is that we bought one and lived with it for two years and more than 35,000 miles. Be sure to read our Expert Rating below to see if the Ram 1500 has what it takes to earn a spot in your garage. Toyota's back with its recently redesigned Tundra, too. All three of these trucks offer similar levels of power, capability, technology and customization. No doubt you're familiar with the Ram's closest rivals, the Chevrolet Silverado and the Ford F-150. Raptor - get it?) the TRX boasts a hysterical 702-horsepower supercharged V8, suspension designed for high-speed desert running and enough creature comforts to almost make you forget you're barely getting 10 miles to the gallon. The Ram 1500 can also get as dirty as you dare thanks to the TRX, a no-holds-barred off-road monster.

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