Profile of the Dodge Ram

Summary

The Ram is the full-sized pickup from Dodge of DaimlerChrysler. There are 3 models: The Ram 1500, 2500/3500 (heavy duty), and the SRT10 (powered with the Dodge Viper VIO engine). The 2006 Ram model is an updated version of past trucks. New options include Mega Cab and a full-screen in-dash mapping navigation system. The 2003 Ram Heavy Duty model was the Motor Trend Truck of the Year.

History

The Dodge Ram was first released in 1981. It replaced the former D Series trucks, which were redesigned and rebranded. The actual Ram hood ornament dates back to truck symbols from the 1930s and 1940s.

Specifications

Seating: The two-door Ram seats 3 passengers, while the four-door Quad Cab and Mega Cab hold 6 passengers.

Gas Mileage: The Dodge Ram models range from 9-14 miles per gallon in the city and 12-21 miles per gallon on the highway.

Safety Rating: The Dodge Ram received a perfect 5 stars for frontal and side impact safety for driver's side and passenger's side. It received a 4 out of 5 rating for rollover resistance.

Price: The 2006 Dodge Ram has a MSRP starting at $22,050.

Warranty

Dodge offers a bumper-to-bumper warranty for the first 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Outer body rust-through protection extends for 60 months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. The full 2006 warranty is available here.