2020 Ram 1500 Cerritos CA

What potential powertrains does Ram equip with the 1500?

Coming off the assembly line, the 1500 will come packed with either a V6 or V8 powertrain that pushes the limits of what a truck can do. Coming standard with the Tradesmen through the Rebel trim levels is a potent 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine that produces up to 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. The other V6 engine that Ram offers is an impressive 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine that pushes out 260 horsepower and an immense 480 lb-ft of torque. This EcoDiesel engine establishes the 2020 Ram 1500 as a top hauler, with a best in class V6 towing capacity of 12,560 lbs. We also see top-tier fuel economy being established with the EcoDiesel as well, achieving a best-in-class rating of 32mpg on the highway. If you are looking for the top performance from the 1500, Ram brings in a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine that pushes out a powerful 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. When properly configured, this HEMI pushes the standard of capability, clocking in at a massive 12,750 tow capacity that gives the 1500 another best-in-class rating. These top benchmarks of performance we see from the 1500 are thanks to Ram’s impressively tuned powertrain and supporting systems such as the nine-speed automatic transmission that comes with each engine and excellent 4x4 system.

How is the 2020 Ram 1500 engineered for performance?

The core structure of the 1500 is engineered from a top-grade solid steel metal that adds durability to not only outside elements but also the immense power produced from the heavy hauling powertrains. This chassis can be configured in one of a few different formats; the ones that caught our eye were the Quad Cab that has a smaller cab and larger 6’ 4” box length, a Crew Cab that has a larger cab and smaller 5’ 7” bed, and the Crew Cab format with an optional longer 6’ 4” box. The storage potential doesn’t just stop with the primary bed itself, we see a class-leading interior volume with the Crew Cab format and additional storage compartments placed on the sides of the box that are perfect for groceries and other types of cargo. The 1500 also comes with optional all-wheel-drive configuration, if you are looking to get that extra bit of traction potential from your pickup. New with the 2020 Ram 1500 is a tuned air suspension that comes optional on most trims and standard with the limited trim. One of the most intriguing additions onto the Ram to enhance the convenience is an offered 12-inch touchscreen display that hosts a Uconnect system and features split-screen dual-functionality allowing you to run two appliances simultaneously.

What safety features enhance the 1500?

The 1500 is engineered from the ground up with safety and security in mind; Ram works hard to incorporate an impressive display of technology and systems that establish the 1500 as one of the safest trucks on and off the road, earning a five-star overall safety rating from the official NHTSA. The interior starts with an advanced multistage front airbag system with supplemental airbags throughout the rest of the cabin. We also see coming standard with every 1500 safety features such as trailer sway control, a rearview camera, a tire pressure monitoring system, and electronic stability control with all-speed traction control, hill-start assist and electronic roll mitigation. At higher trim levels and/or optional packages, we see Ram offer additional safety features, such as a forward collision mitigation system that utilizes sensors in the front of the truck to detect an oncoming collision and autonomously apply emergency brakes.

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