Ram trucks are synonymous with power, comfort, and the ability to get things done, and the 2017 pickup isn’t any different. Complete with great fuel economy for its class, safety features and the latest tech, the Ram 1500 is likely to have what you’re looking for.
Continue reading for more information including vehicle specs, pros and cons, and how you can decide if the 2017 Ram 1500 is right for you.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Full Size Pickup Truck
MSRP
Starting at $26,395
MPG
Up to 21 city / 29 highway
Fuel Type
Unleaded Regular
Seating
2-6
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD
Horsepower
305 HP
Towing Capacity
Maximum 10,640 lbs.
Engine Options
3.6L V6
3.0L Turbodiesel V6
5.7L HEMI V8
Body Types
and Trim Options
Body Types:
- Regular Cab
- Crew Cab
- Quad Cab
Trim Options:
- Big Horn
- Express
- Sport
- Laramie
- Tradesman
- Limited
Awards & Rankings
- Top Off-Road Pickup Truck from Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA)
- Best Luxury Pickup Truck by TAWA
- Best Value Off-Road Vehicle by Active Lifestyle Vehicle
- Vehicle Best Buy Award from Consumer Guide
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 10 ft. 6 in.
- Ground clearance: 8 ft. 7 in.
- Height: 6 ft. 3 in.
- Length: 17 ft. 4 in.
- Width: 6 ft. 7 in.
- Cargo volume: 57.5 cu. ft.
Features & Specs
Interior
- 4-way manual driver and passenger seat adjustments
- 40-20-40 split bench front seats
- Heated mirrors
- Trip computer
- Tachometer
- Front cup holders
- Power steering
- Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
- 6 speaker system
- Auxiliary audio input and USB connectivity
- Mast antenna
- AM/FM stereo
Exterior
- Privacy glass
- Auxiliary transmission fluid cooler
- Engine hour meter
- Vinyl floor covering
- Full size spare tire
- Steel wheels
- All season tires
- Trailer hitch
- Trailer wiring
Safety
- 2 front headrests
- Auto delay off headlamps
- Dual front side airbags
- Front head airbags
- Dusk sensing headlamps
- Engine immobilizer
- Stability control
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Traction control
- Rear back-up camera
- 4-wheel ABS
- Emergency brake assist
- Front center 3-point belt
- Ventilated front disc/solid rear disc brakes
- Trailer brake control
Optional
- Wheel-to-wheel side steps
- Black tubular side steps
- RamBox cargo management system
- Sliding rear window
- LED bed lighting
- Locking lug nuts
- UConnect 5.0
- Front rubber floor mats
- Single disc CD player
- Engine block heater
- Heated steering wheel
- 10-way power driver’s seat
- Rain sensing windshield wipers
- Power outlet
- Air suspension
- Power-adjustable pedals
Is the 2017 Ram 1500 right for you?
Pros
- Smooth driving
- Fierce design
- Available fuel-efficient engine
- Roomy cabin
Cons
- Lower towing capacity than many competing trucks
- Less advanced trailer back-up assistance
- Low V8 engine gas mileage
- Upgrades can be expensive
Similar Vehicles
- Ford F-150
- Chevrolet Silverado
- GMC Sierra 1500