Used 2016 Ram 1500 Consumer Reviews
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Texan, 12/03/2016
updated 12/04/2020
2016 Ram 1500 Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
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This is the 2nd RAM 1500 I've owned, (2009 Quad Cab, SLT, 4.7L-V8, 2WD; 2016 Crew Cab, Lone Star, 5.7L-V8, 2WD). I decided to stick with the RAM for the ride quality, quietness, features for the money, and Hemi V8 performance. I have about 3,000 miles on it and I'm getting 2+ more MPG on the same commuter route, (as long as drive normal). However, i don't hesitate to pass because the acceleration is much better than my old 2009. I haven't taken on a real highway trip yet but 2014 loaner with the same power train setup delivered 23.2 MPG on an 1,000+ miles round trip, (at 70-75mph, with AC, in Texas). I fully expect this Hemi V8 will get the same MPG. . . . . UPDATE: I've owned my 2016 Ram 1500 for over 2 years so I have about 17,000 miles of driving experiences to summarize. The max I've towed is about 6,000 lbs plus 1500 lbs in the bed & there was always plenty acceleration available (in TOW/HAUL mode, with the 3.21 gear axle). Without a load, acceleration is very peppy in TOW/HAUL mode which I often use on the city freeways. Fuel economy is about what I expected (as indicated above). I get about 19 mpg on a mostly freeway commute, 16 mpg around town, & 23 mpg hwy. The vehicle is completely reliable, only recall updates. I've driven the 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie and it is more plush. . . UPDATE (Dec. 2019): miles 28,500, mpg hwy 21-24, no maintenance issues, better (Michelin) tires. Plan to keep it at least 3-more years. Still a great & comfortable hauler.. . . . . No real changes regarding performance & MPG above-mentioned. Issues encountered: backup camera replacement & software update for Uconnect. I'm still have an extended warranty. If I replace this truck (after the warranty), it'll be the hybrid or the diesel.
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Steve, 11/21/2016
2016 Ram 1500 Express 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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Overall I'm happy with this truck. I was having tons of issues with my 2007 F-150 extended cab. I went with the quad cab because it is big enough for my kids. I love the sound and the acceleration of the HEMI. I went with the tradesman/express because of cost I wanted a nice looking truck at a reasonable cost, my biggest complaint so far is that I cannot turn on the interior light without opening a door. The ride is great much smoother than my old ford, not sure if that is the different suspension on the Ram or it just being 9 years newer than my old truck.
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Eric, 11/26/2016
updated 12/04/2019
2016 Ram 1500 Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
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I'm still getting used to it. I was hoping for slightly better gas mileage, but can't complain too much about it. I got the 3.21 gears as I won't be towing much and wanted the better gas mileage that it offers. It has decent acceleration, but if you want better acceleration go with the 3.9 gears. It suits my needs. As with any vehicle, the dealership navigation system is not as good as google maps, which is frustrating. The voice recognition system sucks. There should be an option for a passenger to input an address while driving. As far as driving goes, it handles well. The seats are comfortable. I really wish that the truck had a telescopic steering wheel. I picked this truck over Ford or Chevy because of the price. I pulled a 5700lb trailer 3200miles and had no issues. It pulled much better than I had expected with an avg of 9-10 mpg @65mph. It pulled fine at 75mph, but gas mileage fell to 6-8mpg. It pulled the trailer through the hills of CO without problem. I would recommend this truck to someone else.
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My second Ram1500 crew (2012&2016) Better yet!
Dan Donovan, 02/08/2017
updated 02/15/2018
2016 Ram 1500 SLT 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
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Purchase price is great with USAA incentives or without. I bought mine at half sticker not fully optioned but all the electric necessities. Less glitz more go with the eight speed. Hemi has great reliability. 80,000 trouble free miles on my 2012 and got 78% of purchase price of 2012. Both of my Rammies (5.7)had slow throttle response fixed by Pedal Commander($300). Ram only opens the throttle 80% at full throttle at the pedal. Pedal Commander allows fully open quicker and completely. 0-60 down from 7.5 to 5.9 ( per accelerometer, like many road test magazines use) 8 speeds help as well (2012 was only 6). Quarter mile down by 1 second and 45 to 80 in 3.1 seconds for the 2016. Ride is great, many highway miles quiet and smooth with 21 mpg. Comfortable seats and room with a view. Great truck and no problems. My brothers Jimmie has good power but lots of little problems without the ride. Now 2/2018. Still greater mileage at 20,000+miles. 23.5 to Fort worth and back! Just added HHO (hydrogen from water system) 1mpg increase for now very smooth in 4cyldr mode(econ) used to rumble a lot.
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Would buy one in a heartbeat but......
RSW, 10/09/2016
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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I simply can't get past the cheesy "shifter" Ram borrowed from Jaguar. Love the truck in every other way. Great hemi power, nice sound system and nav, fairly decent interior. But having a "knob" to shift with is simply ridiculous. I understand all transmissions these days are electronic, but a knob is just taking it too far. Same reason I'll never buy a Mercedes with their "e-shift". You took a console shifter and replaced it with a cheesy, flimsy stalk on the steering wheel? Even their sportier models they seem to be proud of their "e-shift". Sorry, they both lost my business. It's not a video game, it a car/truck. Bring back the console shifter please!!
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