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Ram Cargo Van

Ram Cargo Van
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The official data lists 4 versions of the Ram Cargo Van (2012–2015), in Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2012–2015
Markets
Canada
Engines
3.6 L
Fuels
Petrol, Flex fuel (E85)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
11.4 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What is the Ram Cargo Van?

The Ram Cargo Van, also known as the C/V, was a compact commercial van with enclosed space for goods, tools and equipment. Based on the Chrysler minivan, it had a lower, more car-like shape than a full-size van, making it suited to deliveries and service work. It sat among Ram’s commercial vehicles, a range built on the Dodge Ram truck name before Ram became a separate brand in 2009.

Generation and design

The Cargo Van used the fifth-generation Chrysler minivan platform, identified by the RT code. It was listed in Canada from 2012 to 2015. Its minivan proportions enclosed the load area, giving businesses a compact cargo vehicle within Ram’s commercial range.

Engine and fuel consumption

Canadian versions used a 3.6 L engine and were available with petrol or flex-fuel E85. The lowest listed consumption is 11.4 L/100 km on Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle test.

Where was the Ram Cargo Van sold?

The Ram Cargo Van was listed in Canada from 2012 to 2015. Ram’s commercial lineup included the C/V as a cargo-focused van, alongside its pickups and larger vans.

Questions and answers

What was the Ram Cargo Van designed for?

It was a compact commercial van for carrying tools, goods and other business loads in an enclosed space.

Which generation was the Ram Cargo Van?

It used the fifth-generation Chrysler minivan platform, code RT, and was listed from 2012 to 2015.

What engine and fuel types did it use?

Canadian versions had a 3.6 L engine and were available with petrol or flex-fuel E85.

What is its Canadian fuel consumption figure?

The lowest listed figure is 11.4 L/100 km on Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle test.

Cargo Van fifth generation (2012–2015)

Ram Cargo Van fifth generation
Photo: Mr.choppers / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Model codes: RT · Sold in: Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org, s3.amazonaws.com

Canada 4 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2015Minivan3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km
2014–2015Minivan3.6 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic15.9 L/100 km 5-cycle254 g/km
2012–2013Minivan3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle271 g/km
2012–2013Minivan3.6 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.