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2013 RAM 1500 Truck
Summary
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Now equipped with a re-designed front fascia and interior, the 2013 Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup truck, available in standard or four door trim levels. Drivers have the options of a standard 3.6-liter V6 (305 hp/269 lb-ft of torque), an optional 4.7-liter V8 (310 hp/330 lb-ft of torque), and an optional 5.7-liter HEMI� V8 (395 hp and 407 lb-ft of torque). Available with 4x2/4x4 drivetrains, mated to an 8-speed automatic (3.6-liter V6) or 6-speed automatic transmission, fuel mileage falls within an EPA estimated range of 13 mpg city to 23 mpg highway, depending on engine selection. When properly equipped the 1500 boasts a towing capacity of 9,050 lbs. New features include available air suspension, frame, and rear coil suspension. Options consist 20-inch wheels, halogen quad headlamps, navigation system, rear seat DVD entertainment, rear parking sensors, heated seats, and hands-free phone capabilities. Safety is comprised of electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS), advanced front airbags, supplemental side airbags, and a theft deterrent system. The Ram 1500 is covered by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.
Benefits of Driving a 2013 RAM 1500 Truck
The Ram 1500 already offered truck buyers a whole host of reasons to consider it, with power Hemi V8 availability, coilover rear suspension and innovative storage solutions, but with some very effective upgrades in key areas -- namely increased chassis strength, improved base engine power and efficiency, and more intuitive interior ergonomics -- the new Ram raises the bar for full-size trucks.
What's new for 2013?
While the 2013 Ram 1500 full-size pickup looks a lot like last year's truck, the changes are, in fact, far more than skin deep. In fact, the new Ram rides on a new, stronger chassis. Under the hood, the old 210-hp 3.7L V6 and 4-speed automatic powertrain is gone, replaced by a new 305-hp 3.6L 'PentaStar' V6 mated to a new 8-speed automatic, which results in an EPA-estimated 18 mpg city/25 mpg highway -- a 20 percent increase over the outgoing V6. The new engine is also rated to tow up to 4,800 pounds. The 8-speed automatic is slated to make its way into 4.7- and 5.7L V8-powered Ram 1500s midway through the model year, to replace the current 6-speed auto, which should aid in fuel economy on those models as well.
Model Strengths
- Multiple model configurations to suit all needs
- ample available V8 power with improved V6
- increased fuel efficiency
- user-friendly cabins
- Ram-Box bed-side storage
Model Review
Ram has upped its game in 2013 with the new 1500 pickup. The full-size truck is offered with either rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive in a host of models and configurations. Regular cab trucks seat three across and feature bed lengths of either 76 inches or 96 inches. Quad Cabs feature two smaller rear doors and seat up to six passengers, with only the 76-inch bed available. Finally, Crew Cabs have four full-sized doors, seat six with even more leg room, and are paired with either a 67-inch or 76-inch bed. Within those configurations, several different models are offered: Tradesman, Express, HFE, R/T, SLT, Lone Star/Bighorn, Outdoorsman, Sport, Laramie and Laramie Longhorn.
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