Good solid frame and suspension. Well equipped, full power. Gauges and controls are well designed and located. Nice to drive once you are up and in. No leg room on passenger side. 318 engine seems very weak and some spark plugs are very hard to access. Terrible gas mileage (avg 12MPG). Sheet metal is flimsy and dents if you lean against it or bump it. Paint chips and scratches …

Failur is lurking in every corner

Guy, 08/01/2017

2003 Dodge Ram Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)

Purchased the vehicle in 2003 second hand with 15000 miles from the owner (a one driver operator, not rental). This review was written in 2017 with only 110000 miles on it! It has been a great service van for my business but not without flaws. After warranty expired problems begin. Had to replace computer controller few times. Fuel hose went bad, chair adjustment lever broke, minor …

She's a looker!

Dodgem, 03/03/2004

2003 Dodge Ram Cargo 1500 3dr Ext Van (3.9L 6cyl 3A)

I bought the van new with a conversion package, Raised roof, TV, VCR etc.. 2003 leftover good deals still available with zero financing. I have a 5.2 Ltr V-8, plenty of power, nice tight smooth ride. A little short on leg room but overall very comfortable. Lots of windows, everyone gets a window seat. It looks great, I've been getting loads of compliments.You won't be …

Great delivery vehicle

roadking, 10/13/2005

2002 Dodge Ram Cargo 1500 3dr Van (3.9L 6cyl 3A)

It's been a great delivery vehicle for my cafe business good power, economy match easily taken care of. Havent repaired anything or replaced anything but tires and normal maintenance items. Upgraded tires to Michelin LX series helped fuel economy. Would buy another in a second

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2003 Ram Cargo Highlights

Trim:

1500

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$20,035
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	14 MPG
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	200 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
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DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

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