The Ram 1500 full-size pick-up truck has always been a crowd pleaser and very popular in the UAE. This is the first Ram 1500 in the market after the company was acquired by Chrysler. Regardless to say, everyone was waiting with bated breathed to see what changes Chrysler will bring to this beloved full-size truck. The next generation is finally here and the new 2017 Ram 1500 is a sight to behold.
With the distinct Ram design and the engine performance of the Chrysler, the 2017 Ram 1500 is the perfect mixture of luxury and high performance full-size truck. Here is a complete and in-depth review of 2017 Ram 1500, with a look at its performance and design.
The Exterior and Interior of 2017 Ram 1500
At first glance, you can see that the 2017 Ram 1500 has retained some of its previous design that was brought to the full-truck in 2016. We see the same gigantic grille and the amazing contours that make up the muscular frame of the new 2017 Ram 1500. However, there are some changes in the pick-up truck. For example, the tubular wheel-to-wheel side steps have been added to bring more comfortable entry into the truck cabin.
You will also have the option between three cab designs, i.e. Crew Cab, Quad Cab and Regular Cab. Their specifications are:
- The Crew Cab can easily seat 6 passengers with the interior volume of 125.3 cubic feet and leg room of 41 inches. You will also have the option of a 5 feet 7 inches bed length or a 6 feet 4 inches bed length.
- The Quad Cab brings you more cargo space and easily seat 6 passengers with the interior volume of 6 cubic feet and leg room of 41 inches. The Quad Cab features 6 feet 4 inches bed length.
- The Regular Cab can seat only 3 passengers with the interior volume of 5 Cubic Feet and a leg room of 41 inches. What it lacks in the interior is compensated in the exterior. It brings you an option between a 6 Feet 4 Inches bed and a massive 8 feet truck bed.
The interior of the new 2017 Ram 1500 is very luxurious, thanks to the designers at Chrysler. To start with, the new Ram 1500 has Uconnect® 8.4 inch touch screen with Voice Command and Hands-Free Calling capabilities. The interior also features SiriusXM® All Access Package and a customization display that can be easily integrated.
The Crew Cab also features in floor rear cargo space and the dash board has easy-access storage. You will also have the option of real European sourced wood accents for the interior as well.
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Performance and Engine
The 2017 Ram 1500 brings you three engine options for the 4×4 pick-up trucks. The engine options are:
- The 2017 Ram 1500 has the iconic Chrysler 3.6 liter PENTASTAR V6 engine which is mated to an 8 speed automatic transmission. This engine has TorqueFlite, 305 horsepower, 269 lb-ft of torque and fuel economy of 16 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.
- The other engine option is of a 3.0 liter liter Ecodiesel V6 engine that was introduced with the 2016 Ram 1500. The engine has TorqueFlite and has 8 speed automatic transmission, 240 horsepower, 420 lb-ft torque and fuel economy of 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
- The third engine option is of a 5.7 liter HEMI V8 engine with fuel saver technology and TorqueFlite. The engine is mated to an 8 speed automatic transmission, 395 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque and fuel economy of 15 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway.
The latest 2017 Ram 1500 has multiple Trim levels including Big Horn, Rebel, Sport, Night, Laramie, Larame Long Horn, Limited, Tradesman and Ram 1500 Express.
Safety Features
The safety features of the 2017 Ram 1500 include high strength steel frame, Hydroformed Tubular Front Frame Unit, Eight Ultra-Tough Crossmembers, dynamic crumple zones, side-impact door beams, four-wheel disc antilock brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Trailer Sway Control, Hill Start Assist, Ready Alert Braking, Brake Assist and Rain Brake Support.
Additional features include:
- Class-Exclusive AllSecure Central Locking System
- RamBox Cargo Management System
- ParkView Rear Back Up Camera
- ParkSense Front Park Assist System
Price of 2017 Ram 1500 in the UAE
The new 2017 Ram 1500 is already available in the UAE market and GCC. The base price of the 2017 Ram 1500 with Regular Cab starts from AED 120,000 and can go as high as AED 179,000 with every trim option and additional features.
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