Used 2017 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Consumer Reviews
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2017 Rebel Hemi 8 year Update
Yellowdr, 08/12/2017
updated 02/18/2025
2017 Ram 1500 Rebel 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.6 ft SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
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!
Joseph Lipshetz, 07/09/2017
updated 07/10/2020
2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.6 ft SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
14 of 18 people found this review helpful
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
David DeChambeau, 03/30/2018
updated 11/01/2019
2017 Ram 1500 Express 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
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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Internet is your best tool
Calvin Mathis, 04/21/2017
updated 10/22/2019
2017 Ram 1500 Rebel 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
16 of 22 people found this review helpful
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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Ram "hands down"
noseforquality, 11/25/2019
2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
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.