2021 Ram 1500 Classic Review

Ram 1500 Classic Express Crew Cab Pickup Exterior

Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman Crew Cab Pickup Exterior

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4.5/5Excellent

#1 out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Ram 1500 Classic from 2008-2022.}

$522/yr

vs. $752/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.4x/yr

vs. 0.98x/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

8.1%

vs. 19.9%
for Average Fullsize Truck

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4.2

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Ram Classic now most-reliable by Consumer Reports.

Walt C, 02/02/2021

2020 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

Why buy the new-generation Ram 1500, when the classic version of this is rated more-reliable by Consumer Reports. In fact, Ram 1500 Classic is currently rated most-reliable Big 3 American pickup, better than Ford and GM. That's all consumers need.

2021 RAM 1500 No Quality Control at Factory

2021 RAM LEMON, 07/06/2021

2021 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

I bought a 2021 RAM on 23 Apr 2021 and had it towed back to the dealership on 27 Apr (137 miles) because it would shut down in the road. They found no issues and by then it was running again. On 29 Apr (202 miles) it shut down on the side of the highway and set there for over 3 hours in the hot sun waiting for the Dodge Raodisde Service so to show up, They kept it 2 days and found the …

2020 Big Horn (all new trim) 5.7 V8

Josh, 06/02/2020

2020 Ram 1500 Classic SLT Fleet 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

I usually only drive Chevy. I decided to switch up and I have no regrets. Beautiful truck inside and out. The drive is smooth as well as the steering and breaks. Interior is better than it's competitors no doubt. The amount of space and the center console size is perfect.

Ram is not Ram Tough

Richard Hendrickson, 09/26/2021

2021 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

A rock from the road took out my truck on the 21st day. How? The transmission pan is plastic and a rock punctured the pan. Ram and the dealership washed their hands quicker than sheet through a goose. Customer Service was terrible. Don’t buy the Ram unless you like plastic transmission pan. And, stay away from Northstar Dodge in San Antonio. They don’t care about u at all.

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2021 1500 Classic Highlights

Type:

Quad Cab

Trim:

Tradesman

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$32,595
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$212/month
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	10,520 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the 1500 Classic include:

Back-up camera
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover19.8%

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