Body style: Truck
Segment: Medium MPV
Production years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Dodge introduced the Ram's third generation in 2009, trying to get a head-start against its main competitor, the Ford F-150.
The after-effects of the world financial crisis were not done yet when Dodge introduced the third generation of the Ram pickup, just in time to help to put back the economy on wheels. Its four-door, full-size cabin, and the potent Hemi engine were some of its main attributes.
Dodge built the Ram as a trustworthy all-around vehicle fit for work and play. The four-door version could get a construction team to the working site and carry the whole family and a trailer behind, up to the mountains or to a lake, whichever comes first. Its design with a massive grille at the front and Dodge's cross-hair design was impressive. The headlights were tall and wide but installed like on older, 1950's pickups. On the sides, depending on the options, the carmaker installed side steps and chromed door mirrors. In the back, Dodge offered an option for RamBox bins, well concealed in the rear fenders, on the sides of the bed.
Inside, the Ram provided plenty of space for five adults with some room to spare for a fourth passenger on the bench, if needed. With its tall and wide dashboard, the Ram offered more of a truck experience than a car-like sensation. Yet, the carmaker considered that some posh and up-market feel would be welcomed and added an option for wood trims on the center stack and door panels.
Under the hood, Dodge installed a choice of three gasoline engines and a turbo-diesel built by Cummins. The latter was the torquiest of them all, while the 5.7-liter was not exactly eco-friendly.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.7L V6 4AT RWD (215 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3701 cm3 |
Power: | 156 KW @ 5200 RPM 212 HP @ 5200 RPM 209 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 235 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 319 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Sequential Multi-port Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 34.9 gallons (132.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 229 in (5817 mm) |
Width: | 79.4 in (2017 mm) |
Height: | 75.7 in (1923 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 67.8/67.5 in (1,722/1,715 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 140.6 in (3571 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9 in (229 mm) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14 mpg US (16.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.7L V8 Flex-Fuel 5AT RWD (310 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4701 cm3 |
Power: | 231 KW @ 5650 RPM 314 HP @ 5650 RPM 310 BHP @ 5650 RPM |
Torque: | 330 lb-ft @ 3950 RPM 447 Nm @ 3950 RPM |
Fuel System: | Sequential Multi-port Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 34.9 gallons (132.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 209. - 229 in (5309 mm) |
Width: | 79.4 in (2017 mm) |
Height: | 74.6 - 75.1 in (1895 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 120.5 - 140.5 in (3061 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9 in (229 mm) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14 mpg US (16.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 16.5 mpg US (14.3 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 5.7L HEMI V8 5AT RWD (390 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5654 cm3 |
Power: | 291 KW @ 5600 RPM 396 HP @ 5600 RPM 390 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 407 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 552 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Sequential Multi-port Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 34.9 gallons (132.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 229 in (5817 mm) |
Width: | 79.4 in (2017 mm) |
Height: | 75.1 in (1908 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 67.8/67.5 in (1,722/1,715 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 140.5 in (3569 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9 in (229 mm) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 6200 lbs (2812 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6800 lbs (3084 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14 mpg US (16.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.7d 6AT AWD (350 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 6690 cm3 |
Power: | 257.4 KW @ 3500 RPM 350 HP @ 3500 RPM 345 BHP @ 3500 RPM |
Torque: | 650 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 881 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 34.9 gallons (132.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 229 in (5817 mm) |
Width: | 79.4 in (2017 mm) |
Height: | 75.1 in (1908 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 69.5/68.2 in (1,765/1,732 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 140.5 in (3569 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9 in (229 mm) |
Turning circle: | 44.9 ft (13.7 m) |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.7d 6MT AWD (350 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 6690 cm3 |
Power: | 257.4 KW @ 3500 RPM 350 HP @ 3500 RPM 345 BHP @ 3500 RPM |
Torque: | 650 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 881 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 34.9 gallons (132.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 229 in (5817 mm) |
Width: | 79.4 in (2017 mm) |
Height: | 75.1 in (1908 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 69.5/68.2 in (1,765/1,732 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 140.5 in (3569 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 9 in (229 mm) |
Turning circle: | 44.9 ft (13.7 m) |