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2012 Ram 1500
2012 Ram 1500
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Total Seating | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 | V8 |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 3 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| dusk-sensing headlights | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front and rear head airbags | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| post-collision safety system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Front center lap belt | true | true | false |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | false | false | true |
| Turn signal mirrors | false | false | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true | true |
| power steering | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | true |
| tilt-adjustable steering wheel | true | true | true |
| cargo area light | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| cruise control | false | true | true |
| front seatback storage | false | true | true |
| Cruise controls on steering wheel | false | true | false |
| front reading lights | false | true | true |
| simulated alloy trim on dash | false | true | true |
| Passenger vanity mirror | false | true | false |
| Rear floor mats | false | true | true |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | false | false | true |
| Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel | false | false | true |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | false | false | true |
| leather steering wheel | false | false | true |
| simulated alloy trim on center console | false | false | true |
| turn signal in mirrors | false | false | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | false | false | true |
| Fuel & MPG | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 14/20 mpg | 14/19 mpg | 14/20 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 26.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 364.0/520.0 mi. | 364.0/494.0 mi. | 364.0/520.0 mi. |
| Engine | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.7 L | 4.7 L | 5.7 L |
| Base engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Cam type | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Overhead valves (OHV) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 | V8 |
| Horsepower | 215 hp @ 5200 rpm | 310 hp @ 5650 rpm | 390 hp @ 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 235 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 330 ft-lbs. @ 3950 rpm | 407 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm |
| Valves | 12 | 16 | 16 |
| cylinder deactivation | false | false | true |
| Valve timing | false | false | Variable |
| Measurements | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle of approach | 17.3 degrees | 19.2 degrees | 18.2 degrees |
| Angle of departure | 25.1 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.6 degrees |
| Curb weight | 4890 lbs. | 5209 lbs. | 5214 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.38 Cd. | 0.38 Cd. | 0.38 Cd. |
| Front track | 68.0 in. | 68.2 in. | 68.0 in. |
| Gross weight | 6700 lbs. | 6700 lbs. | 6700 lbs. |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in. | 8.6 in. | 9.2 in. |
| Height | 75.1 in. | 75.7 in. | 75.9 in. |
| Length | 229.0 in. | 229.0 in. | 229.0 in. |
| Maximum payload | 1810 lbs. | 1491 lbs. | 1486 lbs. |
| Maximum towing capacity | 10250 lbs. | 10050 lbs. | 10100 lbs. |
| Rear track | 67.5 in. | 67.5 in. | 67.5 in. |
| wheelbase | 140.5 in. | 140.5 in. | 140.5 in. |
| Width | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. |
| Turning circle | 45.1 ft. | 45.4 ft. | 44.9 ft. |
| Front Seats | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-way manual driver seat adjustments | true | true | false |
| 4-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| 40-20-40 split bench front seats | true | true | false |
| vinyl | true | false | false |
| front headroom | 41.0 in. | 41.0 in. | 41.0 in. |
| front hiproom | 63.2 in. | 63.2 in. | 63.2 in. |
| front legroom | 41.0 in. | 41.0 in. | 41.0 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 66.0 in. | 66.0 in. | 66.0 in. |
| cloth | false | true | true |
| 8-way power driver seat | false | false | true |
| bucket front seats | false | false | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | false | false | true |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folding rear seatback | true | true | false |
| rear headroom | 39.7 in. | 39.7 in. | 39.7 in. |
| rear hiproom | 62.9 in. | 62.9 in. | 62.9 in. |
| rear legroom | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 65.7 in. | 65.7 in. | 65.7 in. |
| folding with storage center armrest | false | false | true |
| Split-folding rear seatback | false | false | true |
| Drive Train | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| automatic locking hubs | false | true | false |
| electronic hi-lo gear selection | false | true | false |
| part time 4WD | false | true | false |
| Power Features | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| power door locks | true | false | false |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | false | true | true |
| Instrumentation | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| compass | false | true | true |
| external temperature display | false | true | true |
| trip computer | false | true | true |
| Suspension | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| front independent suspension | true | true | true |
| multi-link rear suspension | true | true | true |
| short and long arm front suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 total speakers | true | true | true |
| auxiliary audio input | true | true | false |
| mast antenna | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| 12 Months of provided satellite radio service | false | true | true |
| satellite radio | false | true | true |
| DVD player | false | false | true |
| USB connection | false | false | true |
| auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control | false | false | true |
| video monitor | false | false | true |
| Warranty | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| powertrain | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Rust | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| fullsize non-matching spare tire | true | true | false |
| painted steel wheels | true | false | false |
| underbody mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| 17 x 7.0-in. wheels | true | true | false |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| P265/70R17 tires | true | true | false |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| alloy wheels | false | true | true |
| chrome-clad wheel covers | false | false | true |
| temporary spare tire | false | false | true |
| 20 x 9.0-in. wheels | false | false | true |
| P275/60R S tires | false | false | true |
| Interior Options | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Control | true | false | false |
| Front & Rear Rubber Floor Mats | true | true | true |
| Smoker's Group | true | true | true |
| Carpet Delete | true | false | false |
| UConnect Voice Command w/Bluetooth | true | true | true |
| UConnect 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD | false | true | false |
| Cloth 40/20/40 Premium Bench Seat | false | true | false |
| Premium Cloth Bucket Seats | false | true | false |
| MOPAR Katzkin Leather Seats | false | true | false |
| Technology Group | false | true | false |
| Rear Seat Video System | false | true | true |
| Luxury Group | false | true | false |
| Rear Window Defroster | false | true | true |
| Black Vinyl Floor Covering | false | true | false |
| Power Adjustable Pedals | false | true | true |
| UConnect 430N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD/NAV | false | true | true |
| Sport Premium Group | false | false | true |
| Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats | false | false | true |
| UConnect 730N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD/NAV | false | false | true |
| Exterior Options | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Appearance Group | true | false | false |
| MOPAR Chrome Tubular Side Steps | true | true | true |
| 32 Gallon Fuel Tank | true | true | true |
| Spray In Bedliner | true | true | true |
| Power Black Trailer Tow Mirrors | true | true | true |
| Tow Hooks | true | false | true |
| Class IV Receiver Hitch | true | true | true |
| MOPAR Chrome Side Step and Bed Rail | true | true | true |
| LT265/70R17E OWL On/Off Road Tires | true | true | false |
| 17" x 8.0" Steel Chrome Clad Wheels | true | false | false |
| 20" x 9.0" Chrome Clad Aluminum Wheels | true | true | false |
| RamBox Cargo Management System | true | true | true |
| P265/70R17 OWL All-Season Tires | false | true | false |
| P275/60R20 OWL All-Season Goodyear Tires | false | true | false |
| Protection Group | false | true | false |
| Power Sunroof | false | true | true |
| Monotone Outdoorsman Paint | false | true | false |
| 20" x 8.0" Aluminum Wheels | false | true | false |
| Sport Performance Hood | false | false | true |
| Packages | ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) | SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 6A) | Sport 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Accents Group | true | true | false |
| ST Popular Equipment Group | true | false | false |
| California Black Wheels Group | true | false | false |
| Tradesman Quick Order Package 25B | true | false | false |
| Tradesman Quick Order Package 23B | true | false | false |
| Power and Remote Entry Group | true | false | false |
| Express Quick Order Package 25C | true | false | false |
| Big Horn Quick Order Package 25Z | false | true | false |
| Lone Star Quick Order Package 25Y | false | true | false |
| Outdoorsman Quick Order Package 23T | false | true | false |
| Outdoorsman Quick Order Package 25T | false | true | false |
| Sport Quick Order Package 25L | false | false | true |
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