Ram 1500 fourth generation

Ram 1500 fourth generation
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The Ram 1500 fourth generation (2009–2018): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 20 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: DS

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,309–6,043 mm
Width2,017 mm
Height1,862–2,029 mm
Wheelbase3,061–3,797 mm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★★☆☆ · 2012–2018: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

7,624 complaints for model years 2009–2018. 446 crashes · 152 fires · 354 injuries · 10 deaths

  • Steering 2,084
  • Engine 1,365
  • Electrical system 1,054
  • Fuel system 968
  • Transmission and drivetrain 854
  • Brakes 730

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 20 versions of the Ram 1500 fourth generation

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United States 12 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20235.7 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA318–319 g/km
2013–20225.7 LPetrol8-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA326–327 g/km
2014–20193.0 LDiesel8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA266–278 g/km
2014–20193.0 LDiesel8-speed automaticFour-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA286–289 g/km
2013–2019FFV3.6 LFlex fuel (E85)8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA280 g/km
2013–2019FFV3.6 LFlex fuel (E85)8-speed automaticFour-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA295 g/km
2013–20185.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA359–382 g/km
2013–20163.6 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA265–280 g/km
2013–20165.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA347 g/km
2014–20153.6 LPetrol8-speed automaticFour-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA295 g/km
2013FFV4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA341 g/km
2013FFV4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA349 g/km

Canada 8 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2022Pickup truck: Standard3.6 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.2–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle258–294 g/km
2013–2021Pickup truck: Standard5.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic13.6–14.1 L/100 km 5-cycle313–330 g/km
2017–2019Pickup truck: Standard3.0 LDiesel8-speed automatic10.4–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle278–289 g/km
2013–2019Pickup truck: Standard3.6 LFlex fuel (E85)8-speed automatic16.3–18.0 L/100 km 5-cycle261–300 g/km
2012–2019Pickup truck: Standard5.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic14.8–16.3 L/100 km 5-cycle340–382 g/km
2012–2013Pickup truck: Standard4.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic14.6–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle336–343 g/km
2012–2013Pickup truck: Standard4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic21.8 L/100 km 5-cycle349 g/km
2012Pickup truck: Standard3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle334 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.