Dodge Ram Van third generation
The Dodge Ram Van third generation (1994–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 21 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: B-series
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,755–5,872 mm |
| Width | 2,000–2,060 mm RDW | 2,027 mm |
| Height | – | 2,019–2,029 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,770–3,250 mm RDW | 2,779–3,241 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 2,052–3,108 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,152–3,208 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,726–3,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000–3,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 3–8 RDW | – |
| Doors | 3–4 RDW | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
219 complaints for model years 1994–2003. 16 crashes · 32 fires · 32 injuries
- Electrical system 38
- Steering 21
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 21 versions of the Dodge Ram Van third generation
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United States 16 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2003 | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–15 MPG (15.7–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 368–425 g/km |
| 1999–2003CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2003CNG, CLKUP | 5.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 336 g/km |
| 2003 | 5.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 2002CLKUP | 5.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 336 g/km |
| 2002(FFS), CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1996–2002(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 5.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 2001CNG RNG180, CLKUP | 5.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 364 g/km |
| 1998–2000CLKUP | 5.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS) | 5.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS) | 5.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1994(FFS) | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2003Van: Cargo | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 15.9–18.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 366–428 g/km |
| 1999–2003Van: Cargo | 5.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | 18.7–21.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 353–404 g/km |
| 1995–2003Van: Cargo | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.7–19.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 384–446 g/km |
| 1995–2003Van: Cargo | 5.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 17.6–19.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 405–449 g/km |
| 1995–1997Van: Cargo | 5.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 18.8–19.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 432–439 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.