Pros: -Great Engine! owned a 94 ram 5.2L, after this the 5.7L was incredible. A 3/4 engine in a 1/2 ton. Tow/Haul mode is a + -Interior front has plenty of storage and works as it should, back seats have plenty of leg room and the fold out flat cargo "platforms" under the flip up seats are genius. -The quad cab deserves it's own comment because although it's not a true crew cab I'll never go back to not having 4 fully opening doors. Personally, I wouldn't want anything with bigger rear doors. Con: -The rear suspension is lacking when paired with the 5.7L (I upgraded with air) -No rear limited slip
My name's Ken and I'm originally from Texas, US. I came over to the UK for work and have lived here since 07. I wanted to keep some of my US traditions while I was living over here, so I decided to buy a Dodge Ram. Now, the main thing about the Ram is that it's huge. Forget Range Rovers and X5s, the Ram makes them look miniscule. It's a bit tricky on your roads but it makes me feel like I'm not too far from home.
Inside, it's rubbish. It's made from bin lids, looks about as well put together as kid's toys and has a very cheap feel. This car is all about practicality rather than luxury. There's a large loading area in the back for wood or whatever you need it for, and there's a lot of space in the cabin in you've got a bit of a gut.
If you like the American way, the Dodge Ram will be right up your street. But if you're used to European 4x4s, stick with them.
I've been a pick-up truck fan for a long time (since my pilgrimage to the southern United States twenty years ago) and I've owned a fair few, too. And when I saw a picture of the Dodge Ram I knew I had to add it to my collection. What a fantastic-looking vehicle it is. The name 'Ram' is definitely appropriate as this thing looks as though it could ram its way through a two-mile traffic jam in minutes.
The design of the Dodge Ram is a kind of arrogant, macho 'get a life' to climate change campaigners everywhere and the efficiency and carbon output of the beast pretty much solely justifies the Kyoto protocol. But if you haven't got a strong sense of moral obligation (or you read the environmental research selectively enough) then you'll find that you're actually buying something that is pretty good value in terms of inefficient cars.
Step inside the Dodge Ram, hoist yourself down behind the wheel and you'll feel like you're riding a rodeo bull all the way through the city. No-one at any junction is going to argue with you if you're driving this, and whilst for me it lacks the hillbilly charm of older pick-ups, it certainly is a force to be reckoned with.