The 2023 Ram 1500 impresses as a half-ton pickup not based on sheer capability alone, but also by how comfortable and impressive it is off the job site.
The current-generation Ram 1500 debuted in 2019.
Ram 1500 Classic. Since then, the full-size pickup truck segment has seen updated entries from.
- Chevrolet
- Ford
- GMC
- Toyota.
- And yet
- Only the Ram celebrates a spot on our 10 Best Trucks and SUVs for 2023. The Ram 1500 is the best driving and most comfortable pickup of the group.
- Three powertrain options fill its engine roster
- a 260-hp diesel- turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6
- a 305-hp 3.6-liter V-6
- 395-hp 5.7-liter V-8.
- All of which use an eight-speed automatic transmission.
- Seek the 702-hp Ram 1500 TRX,
Ram’s split-folding tailgate and lockable bed cargo boxes are just the tip of the iceberg.
When it comes to this half-ton’s cleverness.
Ram also offers the 1500 with a giant 12.0-inch infotainment screen .
With an impressive 12,750-pound max tow rating and a heavy bias for luxury.
The Ram 1500 is our favorite full-size pickup available today.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The Ram 1500 offers V-6 and V-8 gasoline powertrains. That pair with a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission.
Both engines are assisted by a 48-volt hybrid system.The 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 is also available without the electric support.
- A diesel is also available for 2023. The 260-hp diesel V-6 is available under the hoods of 1500.
- Tradesman
- Big Horn, Lone Star
- Laramie
- Limited Longhorn
- Limited trims.
For adventurous folk, the rugged Rebel model provides beefier looks and legitimate off-road capability. Every Ram 1500 has an impressive ride thanks to a rear suspension that uses standard coil springs or optional air springs. Unlike the traditional leaf-spring setup found on domestic rivals. Models equipped with air suspension even have an adjustable ride height.Which aids fuel efficiency and off-road performance.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Hybridized V-6 and V-8 engines as well as a diesel option.
The Ram 1500 lineup has varied fuel economy. The EPA estimates that the most efficient Ram. The rear-drive diesel, nabs a combined fuel economy rating of 26 mpg.
The gas V-6 and V-8, meanwhile, top out at 23 and 20 mpg combined, respectively. A 1500 Rebel with the gas V-6 we tested returned 24 mpg on our 75-mph real-world fuel-economy.
That’s 6 and 4 mpg better than a V-8 Rebel and a V-8 Laramie.
Interior Comfort, and Cargo
Inside, the Ram 1500 has supremely functional cubby stowage and cavernous passenger space.
Higher trims add upscale materials and creature comforts. Making the Ram feel more like a luxury vehicle than a pickup truck.
Most models are available with upscale features such as heated and ventilated seats,panoramic sunroof.The fanciest versions have premium leather surfaces and genuine wood accents.
Full-size pickup trucks, the Ram 1500’s crew cab is supremely spacious. It also has vast amounts of interior storage and a unique split-folding tailgate.
Both the five-foot-seven-inch and six-foot-four-inch cargo beds are available.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Ram trucks have had one of the best infotainment systems,connectivity features in the class .Latest trucks, which have either a responsive 8.4-inch or an optional 12.0-inch touchscreen that is available. Both systems are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible..
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Overall Safety Rating (NHTSA)
The Ram 1500 has a host of available driver-assistance technology that range from automated emergency braking to lane-keeping assist. Key safety features include:
- Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
- Automatic high-beams headlights.
- Adaptive cruise control
