![]() Stowage space inside each one is generous, I was able to fit a couple of backpacks into each side, and the driver’s side has a 3-pin power socket useful for those camping trips. The RamBox Cargo Management System provides storage space above each of the rear wheels and can be locked with the fob or separately with a provided key. Of course, it still functions as a normal drop-down tailgate and a pull-out step on the left side makes for an easy hop into the back. It’s a $995 option that allows the tailgate to be opened barn door style, split 70/30, making it much easier to get access to the bed. I didn’t get to tow anything during my loan but did complete a few trips to Home Depot where the multi-function tailgate came in extremely useful. Stomp on the gas from a standstill and you’ll get to sixty in 6.1 seconds and surprise a few Golf GTI owners while doing it even though this is not what this truck is for. The EPA rates the HEMI V8-equipped Ram at 17 miles per gallon city and 21 mpg highway, and thanks to a heavy right foot and some truck trails I observed 13.6 mpg, one good reason to get the EcoDiesel, despite it being a $4,000 option. I was a tad disappointed to not get the excellent 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6, but the 5.7-liter HEMI is still a pretty good engine providing 395 hp and 410 ft-lbs through an excellent 8-speed transmission. My 20 Laramie 4X4 with a Patriot Blue Pearl Coat exterior and Mountain Brown interior definitely looked the part. With the V8 optioned it will tow up to an impressive 12,750 lbs. It seems odd that every potential full-size pick-up owner doesn’t buy one, however, in case you are thinking it might be a bit soft with all this refinement, it doesn’t mean it can’t handle the tough stuff. Several factors make this truck stand out way above the competition, cabin materials, ride quality, handling, the best tech, and superb refinement. A new snowplow kit adds a 220-amp alternator, plow wiring hardware, and a power-sliding rear window with a defroster. Power-folding trailer mirrors and a wired trailer camera preparation kit are now available as standalone options. The optional Trailer package now contains a trailer reversing steering control system, and trailer light checking and tire pressure monitoring. Ram 1500s fitted with the Off-Road Group can now display ride height, pitch and roll angles, transfer case position, and accessory gauges.įorward collision warning with automatic emergency braking is now standard except on the entry-level Tradesman and Bighorn trims and the driver-assist package, which has features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and semi-autonomous parking aid, gains pedestrian detection for its automatic emergency braking system. The 20 gets several minor updates including the availability of a head-up display and camera-based digital rearview mirror. ![]()
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