A five-speed automatic was included, as well as an electronic four wheel drive system with both low-range and automatic settings. No issues with traction, even in deep slush or snow.
With the HEMI on duty, throttle response is excellent. Acceleration is generous- indeed almost excessive- when the engine is pushed, and sound effects are typically lovely too. Piles of power are available for passing, merging and various forms juvenile showboating as needed.
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Ram's steering wheel houses controls for the stereo and in-cluster computer readouts. |
Nailing the pickup cabinIt's all grown up inside though, and Ram features a huge selection storage solutions alongside features once reserved solely for high-tech luxury cars. A big step-in is required to access the cabin, though each of the Crew Cab's five seats offers generous room.
Audio and communications are handled by a central control screen with various menus to handle phone calls, satellite radio, and even recording of CD's to the built-in hard drive. The system is mainly simple to use- though the displays within are showing their age. You'll likely find the stereo sound quality better in the
F150, too.
Ram's steering wheel houses controls for the stereo and in-cluster computer readouts, and is also trimmed in leather and heated. A heated steering wheel is a feature you don't know you need until you've tried it.
Seats are heated, chilled and power adjustable, too- and materials selection and build quality are above and beyond what's available elsewhere in a large truck. Job well done in this department, Dodge.
Storage bins with washable liners are built into the Ram's floor, and the optional 'Ram-Box' storage system allows owners to store items in the box sides within a lockable compartment that's drainable and illuminated.
If the pre-weekend forecast calls for snow, leave the Ram Box doors open overnight to fill up, then take advantage of fuss-free chilling of your favorite cottage beverage.
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Audio and communications are handled by a central control screen. |