What is the Dodge Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup, built around the practical combination of a passenger cab and an open cargo bed. It was part of Dodge’s lineup during the generations covered here; Ram later became a separate brand.
Ram 1500 generations
The second generation, with BR and BE codes, ran from 1994 to 2001. The third generation, DR, followed from 2002 to 2008. The fourth generation, DS, covered 2009 to 2012.
Engines and fuel consumption
US engine sizes ranged from 3.7 L to 8.3 L, while Canadian listings ranged from 3.7 L to 5.9 L. Petrol and flex-fuel E85 were available in both markets, depending on the year and version.
The lowest listed US combined consumption is 13.8 L/100 km under the EPA procedure, with a best combined rating of 17 MPG. Canada’s lowest listed figure is 13.7 L/100 km on its 5-cycle test. The procedures differ, so the results are best considered within their respective markets. The EU entry for 2016 is a 3.0 L diesel rated at 177 kW (241 PS), with 40 registrations.
Where was the Ram 1500 sold?
The listed US years run from 1994 to 2012, and the Canadian years from 1995 to 2011. The EU entry is for 2016.
Questions and answers
What are the Ram 1500 generation years?
The second generation ran from 1994 to 2001, the third from 2002 to 2008, and the fourth from 2009 to 2012.
What engine sizes are listed for the Ram 1500?
The US range is 3.7 L to 8.3 L; the Canadian range is 3.7 L to 5.9 L.
What is the Ram 1500’s best listed US fuel economy?
Its best listed combined US EPA rating is 17 MPG. The lowest listed US consumption is 13.8 L/100 km.
Was the Ram 1500 registered in the European Union?
Yes. The 2016 entry is a 3.0 L diesel with 177 kW (241 PS), and 40 registrations were recorded.
