2022 Ram 1500 Classic Review

Price Range: $13,995 - $34,999

Ram 1500 Classic Express Crew Cab Pickup Exterior

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2022 Ram 1500 Classic Review

Pros

Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Interior is more refined and quiet than rivals

Cons

Other current Ram trucks offer more features
Many advanced safety features and driver aids are not available
Limited to a few trim levels

What's new

Electronics Group package gets a larger 8.4-inch screen
Part of the fourth Ram 1500 generation introduced for 2009

Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

7/13/2022

Sometimes, good enough is all some people need. This is especially true with work trucks that don't require the newest technology or luxury, and that's where the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic comes in. This basic pickup has been around since 2009 and it has soldiered on through the full redesign of the fifth-generation Ram 1500 in 2019. So why is it still being made? Simple: It sells. Priced thousands less than the current-generation Ram 1500 to start, the Classic holds appeal as a budget-oriented truck that can put in the work.

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2022 Ram 1500 Classic
Tradesman Regular Cab
$22,998
great price
$4,307 below market
- 43,418 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 8'2” bed, 5.7l, 8cyl
- CarMax Lithia Springs (14 mi away)
- Free delivery available*
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- USB Inputs
- Upgraded Engine
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Located in Lithia Springs, GA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C6JR6DTXNG256349
Stock: 27873530
Certified Pre-Owned: No
2022 Ram 1500 Classic
Tradesman Crew Cab
$22,898
fair price
$807 below market
- 89,591 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use
- 5'7” bed, 5.7l, 8cyl
- Enterprise Car Sales Marietta (23 mi away)
- Home delivery*
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- USB Inputs
- Upgraded Engine
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Located in Marietta, GA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C6RR6KT7NG187626
Stock: 8G7RV7
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-15-2025

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You won't get all of the latest bells and whistles found in newer trucks, but there's plenty of towing and hauling capability. As a work truck, the Ram 1500 Classic makes a lot of sense. Just know it's not the only choice. A base Ford F-150 is only marginally more expensive and offers more standard and optional features plus a newer design. The Chevrolet Silverado Limited is also priced similarly, but it trails the Ford — and even the 1500 Classic in some ways — in interior quality and ride comfort.

2022 Ram 1500 Classic trim level differences

The 2022 Ram 1500 Classic is available in three trim levels: Tradesman, Express and Warlock. There are three cab configurations (regular cab, crew cab and Quad Cab) and three bed lengths (5 feet 7 inches, 6 feet 4 inches, and 8 feet) available, though certain combinations are limited to specific trims.

Which 1500 Classic trim does Edmunds recommend?

More likely than not, you're looking at the Ram 1500 Classic as a more affordable work-truck alternative to the current Ram 1500. If this is the case, we suggest starting with the base Tradesman trim and adding needed options. For those with larger budgets and a desire for more refinement, it makes more sense to step up to the non-Classic Ram 1500.

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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

$522/yr

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Frequency

0.4x/yr

vs. 0.98x/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Severity

8.1%

vs. 19.9%
for Average Fullsize Truck

Ram 1500 Classic Owner Reviews

4.2

36 reviews

5(72%)

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2(7%)

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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.

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Paul, 10/16/2021

2020 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.6 ft SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

I've got 24700 miles on it so far. And I have looked to try and find something wrong with it and so far nothing found. I'm one of those guys the dealer hates. I don't believe the " it's normal line" . So far this has been a great truck. Fuel mileage is as rated and it sure does ride good. Update: I've had the truck going on a year now. No issues what so ever. The fuel mileage is still … good, still rides good,tires are wearing fine, doesnt use any oil between changes, no complaints. Now I do have some things that I wished I would have bought on the truck but this isnt a reflection of the truck, this is on me. A larger backup camera viewer would be nice, and I might could have splurged for a better radio and maybe one more interior light and a glove box light. I know all this was available, but it was probably in some thousands of dollar package that I didnt want to spring for. I would still buy the truck again. Update #2 The truck is still doing fine, no complaints. Mileage is at almost 13,000. No mechinical issues, no oil burning, no issues what so ever. Everytime I get in my truck I am still amazed at just how well this pickup rides. This is one of the biggest reasons I bought this truck to start with. Now since,I have some more milieage on the truck, the engine is running smoother, and has more power. Fuel mileage is fantastic for a 4x4 truck. Back when I was much younger I remember Dodge was known for poor fuel ecomomy. I remember the w100 back in the day was rated at 12 in town 18 on the interstate. And now I can easily get 23+ on the interstate. I reallly appreciate Chrysler comitment to fuel ecomomy. Update #3 My wife and I have started using this truck to take vacations. Any drawbacks ? Yes, a little tough to park in smaller parking spots, thats it. Trucks is still performing great. On long trips, consistently getting 23+ mpg on the interstate, which I still consider phenomenal for a 4x4 truck. Again, fantasic ride, and the interior room is great. This is probably one of my best purchases in many years. I know that the pentastar engine has caught some flack for mechanical issues o er the years, however Chrysler has made over 10 million of these engine, and they use it in almost every model in their lineup. Standing outside of the truck you cant even hear this engine run and is extremely smooth, still impressed to this day. Say what you want, but in my opinion Chrysler outdone the competition, for what I needed a truck for. Yes, I would still buy it again.

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 …

Excellent Truck, very pleased

Mike, 06/27/2022

2021 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)

Great truck, 4x4 with Hemi even with a 3.92 gear still delivers great mileage. Plenty of power, well built. Only complaint is never open door when moving, such as backing up, goofy safety feature slams it into park.

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2022 1500 Classic Highlights

Type:

Quad Cab

Trim:

Tradesman

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$36,310
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$176/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

Our experts like the 1500 Classic models:

Electronic Stability Control: Helps maintain control of the truck in low-traction conditions. Uses the brakes to mitigate wheelslip and trailer sway.
Side Curtain Airbags: Help mitigate side-impact injury to the driver and passengers by deploying from the area above the windows.
ParkView and ParkSense: Warns the driver through visual and audible cues when the truck is getting close to an object.

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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