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Lover of chrome
Went shopping for a new pickup truck and drove the F150 and Silverado along with the 1500 and although I went expecting to purchase a F150 I was impressed with the ride and power of the Hemi in the Ram 1500. The build quality of the Ram is outstanding and the interior materials and layout really caught my eye. The 5.7L Hemi engine is simply awesome. The truck never feels like it struggles at any power range and the MPG is amazingly good and exceeded by expectations. I chose the Laramie model because the big chrome grill and chrome bumpers jumped out at me and the rest Is history. Extremely satisfied with the 1500 and although the Ford and Chevrolet were both quality trucks I'm glad I chose the Ram. Now that i’ve Had my Ram 1500 for a year I can report that I’ve had no issues with the truck after 22,000 miles. This truck is a joy to drive and is everything I had hoped it would be. The 5.7 liter Hemi engine is a truly amazing engine and makes driving my truck an absolute joy. Updating my 2017 Laramie-After 33K miles the truck has been flawless with no issues since purchase. Made a few performance enhancements which the Hemi engine loves and it performs better now. I really enjoy my 1500 Laramie and look forward to driving it every time I get in it. Another update to the Laramie after 6 more months of ownership and I must say that it is a solid truck that is very satisfying to drive. No issues whatsoever and I’m very pleased.
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Rams keep on trucking
Bought this truck two years ago it’s the second Ram I’ve owned the first one I had I owned for 16 years . I must say they have come a long way . The 17 is a beautiful truck I have the Laramie 4x4 it’s a great truck I have the hemi motor and still get around 22 mpg on the highway thanks to the 8 speed transmission . It’s ride is unreal for a truck I test drove other makes and they didn’t compare to the ride you get in a Ram . It also is a pleasure to drive and handles great . I have The ventilated seats the heat and cool work great . I also have the alpine stereo system while it is not as good as Bose it does sound great . I also have the LED lights in the bed makes it easy to see things in the bed at night I did buy a tailgate assist on eBay so my tailgate now lowers itself slowly . I also have the Pearl White paint I would always pay for the paint upgrade it just feels like a better finish . I also bought the lifetime warranty it’s expensive but felt it was worth it because when my truck needs repair it will take the sting out of it . There’s also plenty of leg room front and back . The only thing I don’t like about the truck is the rotary dial shifter just doesn’t belong in a truck it takes away from the other finishes in the truck . I will say you also get more truck for your money then Chevy and ford if I bought one of there trucks it would of been 5-10k more . So keep up the good work Dodge -Ram would definitely buy one again I hope this was a helpful review . Have now owned almost 3 years still feel the same way about the truck still no issues I did have rear view camera replaced under warranty . Great truck don’t think other brands compare . Make sure you look at dodge before you buy another brand . Have now owned the truck for 5 years still my favorite vehicle . I’ve had one issue that Dodge was more than willing to fix my sunroof it was leaking it’s a known problem . The dealership did not want to spend the man hours trying to fix it which I don’t blame them so it was sent to a body shop . Knock on wood so far so good . The other issue I had was the driver side door wouldn’t recognize my key fob but the dealership fixed that no issue . I would highly recommend buying the lifetime warranty if your going to spend that much money for the truck it’s a smart thing to do because if you need repairs after basic warranty runs out they could be costly and with the lifetime warranty you have more peace of mind . But overall great truck I would buy a Ram again . Well it’s been over 5 years now have had water leaking issues with the truck 1st my sunroof was leaking and after getting on YouTube it’s a known problem Dodge sent mine to a body shop to be fixed which they did fix with no charge to me which I was happy about but it is a known issue with Dodge but they don’t let you know that 2nd my cab break light also leaked because of a 2=cent gasket they use also a known problem just check it out on YouTube it could be solved with a better gasket that fix cost me $124.00 to me Dodge should of picked it up because they know it’s a common issue just use a better gasket instead of the cheap way out . Overall I still love the truck but beware of these issues but I would buy a Ram Pickup again . Also if you buy the lifetime warranty like I did check to see what it covers because a lot of things it does not cover . But I’m still a happy owner . A lot better than a Ford or a Chevy .
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- SLT Crew CabMSRP: $18,8885 mi away
- Big Horn Diesel Crew CabMSRP: $24,9983 mi away
- Laramie Crew CabMSRP: $24,4995 mi away
Ram kicks you in the butt if you get too close
You might ask yourself why such good rating and then poor rating. We have been buying the dodge trucks for 15 yrs. We are honest, have good credit, and my husband is a disabled veteran. If you want a good truck that tows well and gets good gas mileage then buy the ram but do not depend on the Chrysler corporation to back its product if you should unfortunately buy a lemon. due to my husbands failing health we added U connect , GPS, and kept the sirius. We felt this a good investment for traveling due to distance of doctors. The truck has now had 7 radios replaced, amp replaced, satelite antenna replaced, and a body control module replaced. The u connect does not work and thru their tests have found out all of the radios had previous owners so we asked for a new radio with a big refusal. The truck has now been in the shop and the engineers and technicians with dodge cannot fix it so we asked for a replacement new truck. This has been a nightmare. We get assigned case managers that lie and close out our case stating the truck is fixed. Also the front speakers are muffled. We are so disappointed and feel if we are to get our truck fixed we will have to pay for an attorney. Shame on chrysler for doing this and theyare the Ram that kicked us in the butt.
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5.7 Hemi VS 3.6 Pentastar (I've owned both)
I recently purchased a 2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman quad cab 4x4 with the 3.6 Pentastar V6, 8 speed automatic, and 3.55 limited slip rear. My prior vehicle was a 2014 Ram 1500 Bighorn Crew Cab 4x4 with the 5.7 Hemi, 8 speed automatic and 3.92 limited slip rear. I loved my 2014 ram. I drove it for 90,000 miles with zero mechanical issues. I didn't even change the brakes or replace a single light bulb on it. Needless to say this experience made me a big fan of Ram Trucks. I wanted something a little more economical this time, so I switched to the V6 and a more basic trim. The V6 has adequate power. I've even used it to tow a small trailer. So far I am getting 1.5 mpg more with the V6 and I no longer have to use the mid-grade fuel recommended for the Hemi. I am getting about 560 miles out of a tank of gas (upgraded 32 gallon tank). Next time I will definitely go back to the V8. The V6 is respectable, but the difference in performance is definitely worth sacrificing the almost nonexistent fuel savings. The V6 and 8 speed automatic work seamlessly together. The trans never seems busy and the shifts are so smooth you may need to look at your RPMs to know when a shift has occurred. I opted for the cloth bench seats, which are very comfortable, even more comfortable than the cloth bucket seats in my 2014. I opted for the 5.0 stereo with the stock speakers which are actually pretty decent (better than GM's Bose upgrade). It does a great job of reading the 128 GB thumb drive i store my music on. My 2014 Ram had the Alpine sound system with navigation. The sound quality was great. I would highly recommend the Alpine upgrade if it's available in your trim level. The suspension is super smooth and absorbs the bumps on my heavily rutted dirt road with ease. I have found the same road to be pretty jarring in many other vehicles. The brakes are powerful and as mentioned above, have an exceptionally long life. I’ve been able to go through 18 inch deep snow in these trucks with confidence. Having the optional tow hooks is very handy for pulling people out of ditches in the winter or just yanking out stumps. I can't say enough good things about these trucks. As good as this truck is, I've driven the redesigned 2019 model and it's significantly better. You should definitely drive one before you make your decision.
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Ram big horn
Great truck. Looked at the silverados as a comparison but the price difference was insane. For a Silverado with less equipment than the big horn, chevy wanted almost 9k more. I'm sorry but even if chevy has better resale I doubt it's that high. If I wanted a comparable truck from chevy it was almost 15,000 more. I've heard of people saying ram isn't as reliable but I believe that's a myth seeing as how everyone I talk to about rams says they love it and have never had any problems. Because of the new "knob shifter I opted for an extended warranty just in case" . The truck rides great. It seemed more smooth then the chevy and just about as quiet inside the cab. The stock stereo has great sound and the engine noise is just the right amount not too loud but it makes its presence known. The cab is huge. Crew cab has more room then our old suv. My mpg gauge tells me I'm doing almost 20 mpg but the real word when I do the math it's closer to 18. Overall it's a great truck with great looks. Good engine. The hemi sounds awesome. One thing I've noticed is the small ft and finish stuff where ram falls short. Little things that don't hurt the truck but makes you think "really...." definitely recommend it though.
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Doesn't like to be cold
The Ecodiesel is a great engine once it is completely warmed up, but cold it is pretty much a dog! Mileage is its strongest point. I just averaged 27.6 mpg on a 150 mile trip, and I get 22-24 mpg in daily driving, obviously not towing. Cost of diesel fuel varies, but around here it is less than gas as often as it is more and overall it does save money over a similar power gas truck. The engine is very smooth and powerful, but only after it reaches full operating temperature. It can be scary until you learn to compensate for the 2-3 sec delay for power when the engine is cold. Don't jump out in traffic!! The delay completely goes away once it warms up. I'm told the cold lack of power is a function of diesels in general, and of required EPA tuning and there is nothing that can be done about it. It's really not bad once you drive it awhile and learn its not a hemi off the line. I bought it new and got a great price - less than a similar truck with the gas V6, so this engine is not necessarily a "premium" cost item. I have not had any mechanical issues in 30,000 miles so I am pretty happy! 60,000 Mile Update 9-2021: Truck is still going strong. Has had the EGR cooler recall and several dealer software updates but no mechanical issues since new. Average mileage is still low 20s unless highway cruising and then it gets 25 to 27mpg. This is a work truck for me and while I do not tow, I do load up the bed and it always works great for me.
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Nice big horn 2017 RWD 5.7 Hemi
First, I have to say I love car and this is my first truck, so There are some things that I still ignore about trucks.... I love my Ram, why I add 4 star,? My only ''cons'' is the fuel economy in the city, The Fuel economy falls dramactly in the city (12-13mpg) I think If at least It give you 15 or 16, will be perfect. Cabin is quite , material are good! The info system and screen are very nice and easy to use. The ride is smooth with unloaded bed, so Its a good point. The acceleration and shift are smooth, you can feel the power of the acceleration. I hasn't towed nothing, so I can't give an opinion about that, Nethier about the realibility, I own the truck for 3 months(2500 miles, But I bougth the car with 11000 miles), but I did two small road trips, with no problems, good fuel economy in the HWY using cruise control (22-23 mpg) at 60 mph. I tested the Silverado before buy my RAM, I hd the idea that to choose the silverado because last more than RAM, but I didnt want to pay 4000 More for a Silverado LT as I wanted. i gonna prove the realibilty of my RAM, so Im new and I don't have previous ideas of RAM! I thougth that the ram will be hard to park but It's easier than I thougth . I prefer park back I think its easier, the sensors and the huge back up camera help you to park. the distance between each axes is no a problem to park. For convinence I think the rear seats have to have a USB port or power plug. Updating the review with 20000 miles: continue doing a great job, 0 issues. ***Update 1/8/19 28600 miles.... 0 problems, good engine, Im happy with RAM, I suggest do no buy a new model until next year, it's better to wait and let them to correct all the issue for the first year in a new model. The only thing that I don't like is I had to go 3 times for recalls in the last 6 months,but anyway they already repaired it with 0 cost. It's a smooth ride and very good truck. oil change each 9000 miles,using penzoil full synthetic as the manufacter recommends, I change myself the air cabin filter and the engine air filter to avoid pay the dealer, but I used good brands for that. update 7/9/2021 66000 miles, no problems, run smooth
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Disappointed Loyal customer
I purchased my truck October 2017 with 474 miles on the odometer. MSRP was about 53,000 dollars. I put down 6,000 dollars and right after my purchase I invested money on after market accessories. Bed liner , mud flaps ,Tints, bug guard,etc . Not long after this I discovered many flaws with the paint. Even rust bubbles on the roof of the truck . After contacting Ram customer service i went to the auto body shop of the same dealer that sold me the truck . The dealer body shop estimate was closed to 10,000 dollars . Ram give me the choice to repaint the entire truck . Truck was repainted at approximately 3300 miles on the odometer. Approximately 5500 Transmission was reset due to not shifting properly. Around the same mileages on the odometer the step bar were replaced due to rust coming through. A/C -heater blower was replaced due to making noises. Right manifold screws were replaced due to braking .3rd light brake was replaced due to seal damage that cause water to come inside the truck and cause water damages . Water pump was replaced due to a leak. Over head lamp has been replaced twice due to going out .My truck had been in the dealer about 8-9 times for key fob problem. Till this day the dealer or Ram had been able to found out the problem . The dealer had changed parts but the problem continues . A lot of times when I get in the truck and turned on the instrumental panel display (key fob has left the vechile) even tho the key is near and About 3 recalls . Prior to buying this truck I owned 3 Rams 1500, a Dodge Durango , a dodge stratus, and I currently own a 2018 Dodge Journey too. I’m a disappointed Loyal customer.
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My Truck
I love my truck, plan on keeping it after the lease is up, the store did everything they could to make it a good deal. Smooth riding, quiet ride like a Caddy. I only have had this truck for 2 weeks, I am so glad I went to Dodge, always was a Chevy fan sure changed my mind. Gas mileage is low in town but you expect that in a full sized pickup, but the mileage on the freeway with cruise control on between 22 and 25 depending on the grade of the road and of course the speed you are traveling. All in all it depends on your driving habits what you get, but if you are happy with the truck you get that's all that matters in the end.
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Quality Standby
I've owed many RAMs - the ride is and has always been luxurious, the vehicle dependable and the maintenance quite reasonable - the 2017 upholds the tradition. Would have preferred the "bench seat" version to the center console since the bench seat has separate controls for driver and passenger and still has the storage. The gas mileage is a definite downside. The smaller engine is only marginally better (owned both) with bit of loss in performance so it's a toss up. There's a few aggravating details. There's no possible benefit to the tail gate top being shaped to direct water into the bed. The knob shifter just plan s....s. And call me old fashion, but the lack of a cd player puts me at the mercy of a radio jockey's selection or the "high tech" electronics that just don't seem to give easy self selection options once the music is stored there.
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Factory defects that they won't fix
Beware of the electronics. If they fail intermittently as in my case, the dealer won't do anything until they see. I've been in 4 times and they can't reproduce a problem and told me I'd have to pay a diagnostic fee for them to dig into it. Worst customer support ever. I finally tracked down issue myself. The problem I was having was that sometimes if I hit a slight bump while accelerating or decelerating, the track would skip (on bluetooth player), or the radio station would change. There is a rotary encoder on the dash to switch tracks and tine the radio. I found that if you touched it slightly it would skip to the next track, no turning required. There was a "soft spot" in the rotation where the detents weren't clicking. After spinning it around a few times it started working properly. Probably just debris that got in during assembly, but what a pain in the butt to find and fix. I got zero help from the dealer or RAM on this one. They did at least fix the faulty gas gauge sensor, and tank pressure leaks that showed up after replacing the sensor. Only took 4 tries to get it right.
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Great buy! IT IS A 5.7 HEMI NOT A 6 CYL
I now have 55000 miles on truck and still running great. Getting on avg 19 in town and 23 on hwy. Now I admit that I do not have a lead foot.It has a 5.7 hemi not the V6 as shown below doesn't offer that option to choose from. Lord knows why?
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Awesume Truck
I have only 5600miles on the truck so far. To date, it has met all of my wants. The night visibility is great even in rain storms. The ride is comfortable, but road noise is greater than I had expected, louder than my 2012 Ram Bighorn. Handling is very good except when making sharp turns on wet pavement.
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2017 Rebel Hemi 8 year Update
After 8 years (original owner) the Rebel has reached 18,900 miles, low since it is primarily our tow vehicle). It serves as the primary camping vehicle to tow our Grand Design camper (4-5k weight). The most recent trip of 450 miles averaged 9 mpg with limited traffic and 8.5 with constant stop and go. The adjustable height option makes hitching more convenient, the Ram Boxes frees up space on the interior, and the ride is very comfortable. Even towing, the power of the Hemi makes road travel easy with the load. Overall, the Ram is still like new. It has the original tires and has only needed one item - a new battery. After considering options, the best replacement seemed to be an Interstate rated for the Ram/5.7. In 2017 I purchased the “lifetime warranty” for this truck during the last year it was offered by Chrysler so I won’t be trading the Rebel anytime soon. Due to gas prices now, the Family “running around” purpose now goes to the new hybrid van so the Ram is a towing and hunting vehicle. Off road use for hunting is another very positive with the Ram Boxes for secure storage and the bed with divider. I have added a basic bed cover that keeps the bed dry. Off road, the adjustable height makes field and rutted road travel easy. The tires are the secret to grip and perform well in all conditions thus far. Space for gear is a big plus. Current snowfall in the region has been minimal and thus no problem for the Ram in fwd. I have considered the trade value and find $26k (sight unseen) to be too low to consider. This Rebel is still equal to any newer model. We are still very satisfied with the purchase and performance of this RAM.
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I'm shocked!
I have been a GM guy for a very long time and when driving the new GM/Chevy trucks then the dodge, I was blown away. It's such a better truck and has more room, bigger motor, and more bang for the buck.
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Best truck out there
This truck is amazingly comfortable. Room for six adults to ride comfortably and plenty of room in the bed for gear. V6 engine is powerful and economical. Interior is excellent and ride comfort is fantastic. The price of this truck beat the competition big time. I recently bought a 2017 Ram 1500 express crew cab with the Pentastar V6 engine and I couldn't be happier. Power is awesome and fuel economy is fantastic for such a large and powerful vehicle. I previously owned a 2003 Ram 1500 with the 5.7 hemi and I never had a single problem with it so that was a huge factor in deciding to buy another Ram. So far I have not been disappointed. In my opinion the Ram is the nicest looking full size pickup out there. Once I put an ARE topper on this truck it will be the perfect all around vehicle. More room than an SUV with plenty of room for six adults to ride comfortably plus all that cargo space in the back. The only other pickup I considered was the Ford F150 but the Ram blew it away in terms of pricing, towing capacity and fuel economy. If you're looking to buy a new full size pickup, I highly recommend looking at RAM. I've had this truck over a year and a half now and still could not be happier with my decision to buy another Ram. We took it on a long trip with four adults and a dog, towing a trailer with kayaks, bikes and just about everything else you could need for a week in the Ozark mountains of Arkansas. Beautiful ride, great fuel economy, and a great sound system made for a very enjoyable trip.
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Ram "hands down"
I've been in the construction industry for decades, I've personally owned over 22 trucks in my lifetime (not including company purchases -fleet) most of my trucks being Ford and a few GM products. In 2002 I purchased my first Ram it was 2500 with a Cummins engine, I must have owned 5 of them and I like them. In 2013 I tried the Ram 5.7 Hemi and fell completely in love with it and have had another 3, one which I'm still driving. Its a great ride, I'm very happy with the power and gas mileage, handling and looks. It pulls my 22' boat with no problem. I can't say enough good about this truck. All the trucks out there are good, pick the one you like, but based on my experience you can't go wrong with the Ram with the powerful, fuel efficient 5.7 Hemi.
Tried the rest, Bought the BEST
Test drive the other manufactures 1500 (half ton). You'll notice the difference! Absolutely this is the BEST all around!
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Falling In Love Again
For years I missed my 1999 Silverado extended cab 4x4 even though I went through a series of BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, Acura and Infinity. I had some great cars but living in North Texas with the traffic here, I always felt like a little guy amid giants. I would arrive white knuckled and tense. Now, the ride is great, the leather very nice, the amenities are great and I feel relaxed and comfortable at the end of my drive. Bonus is I can carry stuff and have a ridiculous amount of storage with the Ramboxes and tonneau cover. With the 4 corner air suspension, it has a great drive. I'm all over this thing. It was expensive, but it was worth it. UPDATE: After two years of owning this truck nothing has changed. I love it. My only regret is that my garage won't hold it and I wind up bringing it in as far as I can and throw a moving blanket over the tailgate during severe storms. But that's it. I added a Pedal Commander as the only performance enhancer. It does help the "lag" you feel when pushing the accelerator and has several levels to choose from. I've actually thought about upgrading next year to another Laramie-Longhorn but I am not sure I can part with this one!
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Internet is your best tool
The internet is your most valuable tool in searching for a new vehicle. All the necessary information you need in selecting the best vehicle for your needs at the best price is there and there are a lot of tips in how to deal with the buying process. Once you narrowed down the make, model, and features you want, send an email to dealers internet manager and let them find your vehicle. Avoid high pressure salesman by dealing only with the internet manager. The finance manager is the most aggressive person you will have to deal with and you should verify everything they tell you. If they tell you something that is different then what your internet research said, ask them to explain the difference and if they object, ask to talk to the general sales manager. I used OneNote to document my research. Mostly happy with the truck after 1 year. Hate the black interior in Texas. Would rather use my Garmin for directions that Ram navigation (nothing great). Those are the only 2 things I would change on the truck if I could.
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Still hooked on Ram.
This is my third Ram. I've owned a 1996, a 2007, and now a 2017 and they just keep getting better. The Tradesman is a high quality, yet basic truck, with enough options available to dress it up at a reasonable price. And the 3.6L V6 is powerful while also being economical - it tows my 2000 pound ski boat with ease.
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Wouldnt buy again.
Got a great deal on this 2018, but the third day I owned this truck, the transmission stopped working. Took it in to have it fixed. After over 3 weeks and several tries, they finally put in a new transmission. Have since traded it. Would not buy again.
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Quality control, paging quality control!
I have had this truck for a month. I test drove it a couple of times. I switched up from an '03 GMC. There is a world of difference, and this Ram is in a different solar system then the old trucks, it rides better than most cars I've owned, lane changes are great, the V6 with the 8 speed is amazing, very road travel friendly! Seats are for a little skinnier person than I am, I'm a 6'1" 260lb furniture mover, but aside from my issue of being wider than the seat by an inch, they cup and hold me in great. My complaints are the quality control, or lack thereof. There is a sandy substance UNDERNEATH the paint in the door jambs of the front passenger and driver side rear door, right where you see it every time you open the door. There is what may be a small fuzz ball stuck UNDER THE PAINT on the bed side. The "cup", which is the little plastic area behind the door handle, doesn't fit in the top correctly on the passenger side, I fiddled and fixed the front passenger door, but the rear door has a sold 1/4" gap all across the top. STAY AT A COMPLETE STOP while changing gears, if you don't, the lights flash on the dash and on the rotor gear selector (which is in a terrible place, considering all I do is turn my fan speed up and down instead of getting into Drive or Park) until you stop again. Kind of annoying. While on the transmission, if you're not at a dead stop, the transmission feels like its fluttering a little while it's engaging from Park to Drive, but if you're on the brakes until it's engaged, you'll not notice. The truck really is great, but the quality control must've been off the day this one was built, and the rotory knob is weird. The stereo however, is nothing short of amazing. If the window is half up(or down for you pessimists), they rattle with bass, and I've got the bass on 3, and the volume on 20. The thing rocks. Gas mileage has been between 22 and 22.6 on the highway, and pretty solid average of 13.8 in town, a little town, lots of stop and go, like every 300ft. Our city blocks are small. Really like the display in the dash, kind of like the stereo display, but I got the little one, the bigger one may be better, but I'm pretty satisfied, aside of the fact I bought the cheapest one and it's still 40k, for that price, I'd prefer more quality.
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Basic Ram with awsome features!
Has spray in bed liner from factory no extra charge, has cruise control standard at no extra charge! Rubber floors and plenty of room behind the seats. Very fast for a 6 with 300 plus horsepower! If I drive my truck easy I can get 30 plus mpgs driving back roads around 55 mph. I drove from Jacksonville to DeLand about two hours away hauling a 700lbs utility trailer on back roads and averaged 26mpg. Not bad! I drove a fully loaded trailer 2500lbs around town in heavy traffic and averaged 18mpg for the entire tank. I always use synthetic oil and a synthetic filter. Update: I traded my 17 Ram 1500 for an all new 2019 Ram 1500 and that was a big mistake. The all new Ram 1500 is a lemon. Only had the new truck for one year and had to get a classic 2020 Ram 1500. I needed a reliable truck for work. Oh well, the new Ram looks nice just is a pile of junk underneath.
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Best truck I ever owned
This truck is amazing runs really good, 3.91 gears are great, air ride is good haven’t had any problems but I have heard from people that sometimes they fail. Best truck interior on the market in my opinion ram has really impressed me, I love the 8speed auto. It’s electronic steering on this truck as well, no power steering. Back seat is a smaller than the competitors but not by much. Great truck all around.
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OUR FIRST RAM LARAMIE 1500
The truck is the best among half ton competition, I researched and owned/test drove- ford, chevy and Toyota. we currently switched to dodge from chevy and you get more truck for your dollar. very happy with the Laramie model. the power is great and the ride/comfort is awesome on long trips. the fuel economy is not the best, but the trade off is owning a car then, and trucks are what you need when you live in Wisconsin. We will definitely purchase the 1500 Laramie again in future.
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Feel Like I splurged without having splurged
Apologies in advance for lengthy backdrop. There might be a point.... Before purchasing a 36ft travel trailer several years back, I had a F150 Harley 4.6. It was beautiful truck. Impeccable interior, down to the accent lighting, air-conditioned seats with trademarked dye with Harley monograms. The retractable running boards were a nice touch when they worked. And when they didn't the result was laughable. There was nothing quick, or powerful about that 4.6L. And the Harley AWD edition only had a GWVR of ~5.5k so it had to go when I got the trailer. We also had an AWD Volvo 400hp XC90 at the time which put the ford to shame in terms of power and handling but nowhere near that tow capacity. I eventually upgraded to the F250 Powerstroke KingRanch which was rated for 14,000 and would tow my 10k trailer up any hill I could find. But, even with stock suspension and proper weight distribution, the back end sagged noticeably and caused people to flash their high beams angrily in retaliation for my low beams assuming high beam vectors... Still, it towed cross-country w/o issue until I discovered that SuperDuty trucks exceed the hight restrictions of many Pacific North West urban parking garages (Including my own residence and place of work) . So I sold the F250 and recently bought my first 1500 Hemi. It fits in the garages and I'm happy. It also has that same aggressive power and handling as the xc90 while towing my weight class and NOT blinding oncoming traffic. This 1500 Hemi 4x4 with 5k miles was 1/2 the price of Powerstrokes with 40,000 miles or more. I did have to travel 3 states away to get a decent deal, and decided to pass on the higher end trim package while keeping all the tow essentials. So far I don't miss anything and will have much less to cry about when the Hemi begins to accumulate typical "cramped garage" cosmetic wear and tear that has worst impact on for trucks with higher end packages.
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eco diesle getting it done
3.0L turbo diesel cost more than Hemi gas, but 28 mpg on full size crew cab worth it. Hoblit in Woodland best selection and sales staff quick and knowledgeable Patriot (MAGA) Blue with beige vented leather Bench seats 6. zero percent unemployment, big pharma, tax reform, did more in 4 years, than joe in 4 decades.
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Happy Ram Owner
We are happy with our truck. Will go for the quad cab next time, though, for family comfort-we were in a mini van. LOL !. Awesome truck
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Big Horn crew cab Hemi 5.7
Right off the bat within 1000 miles it had an oil leak they couldn’t get fixed until the 4th trip back,turned out to be an oil galley plug from what they said but they had to drop the tranny twice to get it fixed, which for a new vehicle had me worried but after that I had no other issues besides the turn radius was terrible on it but that’s a design issue so all in all good truck but I wasn’t going to buy it after the lease was up do to the oil leak issue from the beginning
Best truck I've ever owned!
I've had an F150, F250 diesel, a Chevy 1500 and now two RAM 1500s. My latest 2017 RAM now has 55k (9/30/19) and I have had zero issues. It's quiet, super comfortable, plenty of power (5.7L) and returns a solid 22mpg at 75mph all day long. I used it to commute back on forth from Grand Rapids MI to Kenosha WI for a year in all kinds of weather. Now we use it to chase my daughter's travel volleyball team around a four state area. It is truly a "do all" vehicle from towing trailers, getting groceries, hauling lumber for remodeling and loading up for weekend volleyball tournaments. It is equally competent for Friday night date nights and cruising the back roads so my dog can hang her head out the window. Love, Love this truck. I had my heart set on a new F150 in 2017, but Ford and Chevy just want way too much and rely on the diehard fans returning each year. RAMs are so good now and the pricing much cheaper than Ford or Chevy. Want the best deal? Buy a RAM 1500 Classic while they last. *Update* just passed 82k miles with no issues. I run Mobil 1 exclusively and oil sample at each oil change. Everything is perfect, buy with confidence.
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Nice comfortable reliable truck so far
its a real good comfortable truck that has good pickup . Had a few issues when it was newer but all the little things got fixed under warranty finally after taking it to the dealer who didn’t want to fix anything on the first try. But I put a 4 inch read lift kit with new upper control arms and new bilstien shocks and struts and 35 inch Mickey Thompson tires and it still rides just as good as factory or actually better.
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Rented Then Bought One - Love It!
I had a prior review for a 2017 rental that was generally positive. By chance I found a prior rental (2017) on craigslist with 12K miles and bought it. Same exact color (red). I love this thing! The gas mileage averages over 20 with mostly town driving (better than my Cadillac). It was easy to get the USB drive interface working. Lucked out and got one with the upgraded gauge cluster (highly recommend). The ride is very smooth and quiet - comparable to my Cadillac. Love the height. Voice command not that great, but the phone and USB interfaces more than compensate. The V6 is more than adequate. The only con is that it's a little tough to park and fit in the garage, but you have to expect that with a full-size truck. Glad I bought the Quad Cab instead of the Crew with the long bed (now that's a battleship!). The 5' 7" bed normally found on the Crew Cabs is just too short. Better to trade back seat space for bed space. A very attractive and practical all-around vehicle. Thinking of buying a Laramie and selling my other cars. The radio that turns on every time you start is annoying but I just learned to turn the volume all the way down instead. Test drove several V8 Laramies and didn't like the engine as much (plus MUCH worse mileage). Almost impossible to find a V6 Laramie. Owned it 7 months now - zero problems. Still highly recommend. My favorite vehicle out there. Update after one year @ 23,000 miles: Still no problems! My favorite vehicle by far. Very comfortable seats and super smooth ride. Paint looks as good as ever. Upholstery still in excellent shape. We live where it's muddy, so I bought rubber floor mats. Highly recommend the V6 quad cab.
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Run away far and fast!
Ripped off by dealer on upholstery color and then 3rd party after-market replacement used. Start/stop button stuck (can't start engine). Driver visor won't stay up. Center console lid won't latch. Rear passenger window won't roll up. Paint peeling on lower body seam under driver door. Rack & pinion stripped gears. Rear diff pinion seal leaking. Radio acts up when hot. Driver door lock button requires multiple presses to work. Alignment off, found rear axle thrust angle is off (meaning rear axle is mounted crooked) with no adjustment points to correct. Dealer where purchased refuses to fix. Ram refuses to buy back or repair the issues. Still under factory warranty but can't get repaired.
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My 2nd Dodge Ram 1500
In 2008 I bought my first Ram 1500 trademan, and as with anything if you maintain it...things will not break. I change my oil every 6000 miles with synthetic oil. I change rear end oil every 30000 miles. I change my transmission oil every 60000 miles. I haven't had an issue. In 2017 I was so impressed by my Ram that I bought another one. I bought a 2017 Ram 1500 V8 5.7L and this one makes by 2008 look like crap....I am hoping if I take care of it like I did my 2008 it will be just as reliable. My 2008 has 130000 miles on it and still drives like new.
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Laramie Crew Cab 1500
Be sure you shop several dealerships to find your truck. This truck has it all: horsepower, agility, economical, smooth ride, easy access/exit (with added 5” step bars), quality interior, and sooooo much storage space! Get ready to fall in love with the Ram Laramie 1500.
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Professional driver
One of the worst trucks I ever bought I had mine for for 6 months and the transmission went out if it only takes 6 months for a transmission to go out.
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Great Vehicle
Outstanding ride quality! Powertrain is smooth and quiet. Interior is gorgeous.Best vehicle I have ever owned
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2017 Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 V-6
This is the "best bang for the buck." Interior is fantastic. Ride is above average but the best feature is I'm driving a very large pick-up and getting 21 MPG.
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Car-like ride and decent seats
For a 4x4, the RAM does a good job insulating occupants from the harshness of the road. Road noise is pretty well suppressed as well. Seats are larger and feel softer and better padded than the Ford F-150 or Toyota Tundra. Engine and transmission feel responsive and refined. Of all the full size pickups I think the RAM 1500 is the most car-like and comfortable.
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Smoove operator
Great Truck. Out standing Soundsystem Handles the road will smooth ride
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Traded the Challenger R/T Hemi for 1500 Hemi Quad
Okay so we had a 2015 R/T Challenger Pearl Black/Red Leather Guts...loved it but wanted a truck that we could love the way we loved our Challenger. Being a Mopar man most of my life of course I got the Ram 1500 Quad Cab Hemi, 3.92 Limited Slip with trailer tow pkg and Nav with the Alpine system. Came with the bed liner which is the only thing I may take out and replace with the spray in liner. Believe it or not people told me when I had my Challenger I would never get more than 18mpg. (5.7, A-8). Well got an average of 22 over the 26000 miles we had it. Now with this Ram they are saying I will never see more than 15 mpg. Well wrong again. I am still in the process of breaking it in but I am averaging 19.2mpg. Yes we do live in the country and it is more rural with rolling hills, but still getting that on break in we'll take it. The ride in this compared to my friends GMC Z71 2017 he just bought is so much nicer it is ridiculous. He has the 5.3, 355 rear and you can tell the difference between the coil springs in the Ram vs the leaf in his. Comfort wise I'd say the Ram has a little bit of an edge as his seats are more contoured but not as comfy. I chose not to get the crew cab Ram for 2 reasons. $$ wise the crew cab came in 4k more and for the difference I could not see it. Heated seats and steering wheel and shorter bed. Yes the crew also had more room in the back, but seriously how many times do most of us carry people in the back unless you still got kids. The crew cab also did not have the rear window defroster, no Nav ( but Nav capable) and fold down arm rest in the rear and my arms don't go back that far. Basically $$ for $$ the Quad Cab Ram 1500 vs the Crew Cab was our choice. Now my buddy who got the GMC SLT Z71 spent 14k for that puppy and no way can anyone justify 14k for a 4x4 GMC vs Dodge. Heck even the Ram1500 4x4 Crew Cab set up like the GMC was still 4-5k less. So bottom line is dependability, comfort, style, and overall satisfaction all those GM and Ford boys ( especially Ford, aluminum bed really) can keep on dreaming and when they finally settle on getting a real pick up truck they can buy a Ram. Can ya guess by now that I am one happy camper.
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Gotta Love A Ram!
This is my fourth Ram truck in a row. I've driven it for approximately one month and must say that it is my favorite thus far. The Lone Star Silver Edition is loaded with just about every amenity that you would need. Just for grins I tried out a Ford model this year and was not impressed. Because of the aluminum body vehicle drove more like a car. When I looked for something in the same price range as the Ram the dealer offered me a four cylinder turbo in a full-size truck. Really! I priced an XLT model with the 5.0 V8 and their best price after rebates was $12,000 more than my RAM. Staying with the Ram and the 5.7 L Hemi.
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Very Nice
The basic truck is perfect. Plenty of power, great suspension, quiet cabin, comfortable seats. Like the high ride for the ability to see far - plus less fatiguing for long trips. My only beef is the stereo. Like all FCA products, it automatically turns on each time you start. The only fix is to turn the volume all the way down rather than pushing the power button. Also, it only reads USB drives up to 4 GB (FAT32). It would not play my 64 or 128 GB NTFS-formatted USB drives. Fords are better here. Fuel economy display and other Driver Information Center functions are not intuitive (had to read the manual). Gas mileage was as advertised. Liked the outside door handles for the quad cab doors (Ford and GM require you to open the front doors to access the buried rear door handles). Great looking exterior! Under hood is an amusing sight with the 3.6 - about two feet of empty space between the radiator and engine. Still, I'd take this over the Ford's amped-up 2.7 with that annoying start/stop feature. Better to suffer slightly lower MPG than to feel annoyed most of the time. I never considered a Chrysler product before, but the trucks seem to have better owner reviews than the Fords and GMs. I'll probably end up buying one of these. A better truck for less money. I'll just buy and install a proper stereo from Crutchfield.
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Buyer Beware
FCA Does not stand behind their warranty you have to get a lawyer to make them fix warranty issues.
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Do not buy
2017 big horn crew cab 5.7hemi, 50k miles. Infamous hemi tick, transmission slips, the interior rattles. 3 alignments. Infotainment screen goes black all the time. tBiggest peice of junk on the road. I will be getting into a f-150 soon. I hate chysler/ram/jeep. Chrysler Should have went bankrupt!!!
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2017 Ram 1500 tradesman crew cab
Going for cargo room in the bed and comfort room in the cab - got the best of both with the no frills Tradesman
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ram hemi so cool
ok had my ram 1500 crew cab whit the 5,7 hemi i love it it rides nice lots of room front and back great on long trips strong eng lots of power it feels kool i got the black get tumps up all day long its not realy fancy but it can do the job i towed a trailer whit it and it did great its truly a grat truck at any price but it realy help that the price is good dodge ram gives you lot for your money in todays world if you need a full size pick up this is the one i drive evey day and its still fun after a year very good so far I got 20000 miles on it and never let me down its got attitude the ford don't have that in the f150 and the chevy is a good truck but the dodge whit hemi its just feel good I realy like it and I am guy that has 2017 s550 a 2017 sl550 a 2017 xts Cadillac a 2009 h2 hummer sut a 2013 rolls ghost sso I thimk I got good taste their are a lot of smaller cars I like but I am big guy and cant fit in a corvette I am 6foot 6 and 370 pounds
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See Guss at Dick hannah
I had a great buying experience with Guss and Aladdin from Dick hannah. The 4X4 truck handles well and has excellent fuel economy. The truck also has great acceleration for a 6 cylinder. The options are also an excellent value for the cost of the vehicle, it is loaded, including:back-up camera, lots of chrome trim, tilt wheel, alloy rims, spray in bed liner and 1 year XM radio. The gear selector knob is also a great feature and easy to use. The only complaint I have is getting the right seat adjustment because the manual controls are not as precise as electric. I enjoy driving the truck, working with the truck and looking forward to many years with it.
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First ever Chrysler product in 50+ years
Purchased a certified 2017 Ram Big Horn , crew cab , the ride is very smooth and the Hemi more powerful then you ever need , had leather installed and it’s beautiful, 8 speed great and l like the knob ! Best ride yet !
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