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Key specifications
- 4,830 lbs
- Towing Capacity
- 98 in
- Bed Length
- Regular Unleaded V-6
- Engine Type
- 17 City / 25 Hwy
- MPG
- 269 @ 4175
- SAE Net Torque @ RPM
- 305 @ 6400
- SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
- 3.6 L/220
- Displacement
- Regular Unleaded V-6
- Engine Type
- Rigid Axle
- Axle Type - Rear
- Independent
- Axle Type - Front
- Multi-Link
- Suspension Type - Rear
- Short And Long Arm
- Suspension Type - Front
- 4,830 lbs
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- 1,893 lbs
- Maximum Payload Capacity
- 1,893 lbs
- As Spec'd Payload
- 4,707 lbs
- As Spec'd Curb Weight
- Standard
- Stability Control
- Standard
- Backup Camera
- 160
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
- 730
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
- N/A
- Drum - Rear (Yes or )
- 14 in
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
- 13 in
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
- Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Notable features
Limited Tungsten, Harvest editions available
Backup camera now standard
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity available
Seats up to six
Four-corner air suspension available
Locking RamBox box wall storage option
Engine
269 @ 4175 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
305 @ 6400 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
3.6 L/220 Displacement
Regular Unleaded V-6 Engine Type
Suspension
Rigid Axle Axle Type - Rear
Independent Axle Type - Front
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
Short And Long Arm Suspension Type - Front
Weight & Capacity
4,830 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1,893 lbs Maximum Payload Capacity
1,893 lbs As Spec'd Payload
4,707 lbs As Spec'd Curb Weight
9,850 lbs Gross Combined Wt Rating
4,830 lbs Maximum Trailering Capacity
N/A Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
483 lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
4,830 lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
483 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
32 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
4,707 lbs Base Curb Weight
2,656 lbs Curb Weight - Front
2,051 lbs Curb Weight - Rear
0 lbs Option Weight - Front
0 lbs Option Weight - Rear
7,600 lbs Gross Axle Weight Rating
4,707 lbs Curb Weight
0 lbs Total Option Weight
6,600 lbs Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Safety
Standard Stability Control
Standard Backup Camera
Electrical
160 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
730 Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
14 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
4-Wheel Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
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The good & the bad
The good
Interior design, comfort and quality
Optional Uconnect 8.4 multimedia system
Storage options
Diesel engine performance
Diesel engine fuel economy
The bad
Air suspension's ride when towing
Towing, payload capacities not to par
No collision warning features
Braking when loaded or towing
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Safety review
Based on the 2018 RAM 1500 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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4/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
5 years / less than 70,000 miles
Basic
3 months / 3,000 miles
Dealer certification
125-point inspection
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Recall the u-connect system on this nice vehicle
The u connect system is not working properly. It should be recalled. Company should replace the system it control too many in the vehicle. Control bouncing all over the place. For the dealer to look at the truck it's almost $200. And $1300_$1400 to replace. Beautiful truck but awful system. For the price we pay it a shameful
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend this car
Beautiful But Rough Ride
I bought this truck with 100000 miles already. Beautiful truck! I only have a couple of complaints. The ride, one can feel every pebble in the road! Shocks and better tires may help. 2x4. Need to add more things like memory seats and adjustable pedals, to the Lonestar truck and it would be perfect.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2018 RAM 1500?
The 2018 RAM 1500 is available in 14 trim levels:
- Big Horn (10 styles)
- Express (10 styles)
- HFE (1 style)
- Harvest (6 styles)
- Laramie (6 styles)
- Limited (4 styles)
- Lone Star (10 styles)
- Lone Star Silver (4 styles)
- Longhorn (4 styles)
- Night (8 styles)
- Rebel (2 styles)
- SLT (10 styles)
- Sport (8 styles)
- Tradesman (10 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2018 RAM 1500?
The 2018 RAM 1500 offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
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Is the 2018 RAM 1500 reliable?
The 2018 RAM 1500 has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 RAM 1500 owners.
Is the 2018 RAM 1500 a good Truck?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 RAM 1500. 93.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.8
- Interior: 4.7
- Performance: 4.7
- Value: 4.6
- Exterior: 4.8
- Reliability: 4.7
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