RAM 1500 2018– car dimensions: 5916 mm long, 2084 mm wide and 1969 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,357 kg. Braked towing is 4,817 kg.
The cabin offers manual climate control as base with dual-zone automatic available on higher grades with larger radios. Cruise control is standard. Touchscreens range from 5-inch to 8.4-inch depending on trim, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the larger units. ParkView reversing camera is standard across the range. ParkSense parking sensors are available or standard on mid-to-high trims. Blind-spot warning appears on higher grades. No automatic emergency braking or lane keep systems are listed for the 2018 models.
Crew Cab models use a 5-foot-7-inch bed with 50.3 cubic feet volume or a 6-foot-4-inch bed with 57.5 cubic feet. The bed is steel with available LED lighting and RamBox lockable side storage on select setups.
Maximum braked towing reaches 10620 lb when properly equipped with the 5.7L HEMI, suitable axle and tow package, with Crew Cab figures typically lower around 10000 lb. Unbraked towing is rated at 750 kg in global markets. Payload peaks near 1900 lb depending on configuration.
Heavy-duty engine cooling comes with the HEMI V8. Active-Level four-corner air suspension is available on Crew Cab for load leveling and easier trailer hookup. Class IV hitch and trailer brake controller support work and recreation towing.
The cabin feels quiet and refined with acoustic glass plus active noise cancellation on V8 models. Crew Cab models deliver spacious rear seating with available recline. Higher grades add leather surfaces, multi-way power front seats, and heated/ventilated options that keep long hauls comfortable.
Available EcoDiesel engine option
Oil change intervals up to 10,000 miles on EcoDiesel
NHTSA overall rating of 4 or 5 stars depending on configuration
Standard 6 airbags, ESC, ABS and rear backup camera
Fuel options cover a 3.6-liter V6, 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and 3.0-liter EcoDiesel, with the diesel aimed at better efficiency for highway and light towing use. Regular unleaded or diesel depending on powertrain.
Servicing follows standard intervals with the EcoDiesel noted for longer oil changes. Coil-spring rear suspension and available air suspension help maintain ride quality over time with normal checks on shocks and air components.
Safety starts with six airbags, electronic stability control, four-wheel ABS and a rearview camera on all models. Higher packages add adaptive cruise, lane systems and more cameras. Crash tests yield solid NHTSA scores for the Crew Cab.
Living with the truck means easy access to underseat and in-floor storage in the Crew Cab plus a durable frame. Keep fluids topped and follow the schedule for reliable daily use and occasional heavy loads.
Length 5916 mm, Width 2084 mm, Height 1969 mm, Wheelbase 3672 mm (1500 2018 - present)
Sources: manufacturer data, official 2019 Ram 1500 specifications PDFs and brochures.