The Ram 1500’s Most Impressive Attributes

There are a variety of reasons why a potential car buyer would consider the Ram 1500. After all, the vehicle is one of the most popular pickups on the market, and it’s received a number of accolades over the years. Furthermore, the engineers have continued to keep the vehicle fresh, meaning the 2016 version should be the most impressive in the nameplate’s history.

_Before you head out to a Ram 1500 dealer , check out the four most impressive attributes of the truck… _

Suspension

The Ram 1500 is capable of doing much more than your standard pickup truck. It all starts with the class-exclusive Active-Level Four-Corner Air Suspension system, designed to “improve capability and maintain the exceptional performance Ram trucks are known for.”

The system has a number of springs that allows the driver to adjust the vehicle to five different height settings. The driver can also manually control the vehicle’s clearance, and sensors will automatically lower the truck when the vehicle reaches high speeds.

Engine

Potential Ram 1500 customers certainly run into a delima when they’re shopping: which engine should they opt for? There’s the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, capably of producing 305 horsepower and 269 ft-lbs of torque. With a 1,880-pound payload, the engine contributes to the incredible 7,610-pound towing capacity. The engine includes Variable Valve Timing capabilities, a “sophisticated thermal mangement system” that improves the vehicle’s power, performance, and efficiency.

The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine with fuel saver technology provides a whole lot of power, delivering 396 horsepower and 410 ft-lbs of torque. There’s also the efficient 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6, which can produce 240 horsepower and 420 ft-lbs of torque. The most impressive spec with the small engine is the fuel economy, as the motor can deliver 21 city miles per gallon and 29 highway miles per gallon.

Interior

The UConnect System is one of the best infotainment units in the industry. Not only can you access your phone’s capabilities via the sound of your voice, but you can also access a navigation system and manipulate the interior climate control.

Driver’s will also be impressed with the customizable multiview display. The seven-inch color display can feature a speedometer, fuel status, vehicle diagnostics… all the important information you need!

Finally, the interior just screams luxury. Featuring “premium fabrics, high-quality leather trim choices…and the finest quality stitching,” you’re not going to be able to find a nice truck cabin on the market.

Awards

If you’d feel better about purchasing a vehicle that’s won multiple awards and received countless accolades, the Ram 1500 should certainly be considered. In 2015 alone, the truck received the 2015 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year (via the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press), the 2015 Best Full-Size Pickup for the Money (from U.S. News), and a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s 15 Best Family Cars.

The truck was previously named the 2013 Truck of Texas and the 2013 North American Truck of the Year. Clearly, the experts are impressed with the nameplate. If that’s not enough reason to pursue the vehicle, we’re not sure what is!

The Ram 1500 is truly one of (if not the) best truck currently on the market. As you’ve read, the pickup is certainly impressive, and drivers can admire the mechanics, specs, and accolades!

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