2013 Ram 1500
Ram 1500 the most
recognizable pickup on the road delivers best-in-class fuel economy of 18 MPG
city and 25 MPG highway with a truckload of pioneering, fuel-saving
systems including a more fuel efficient and more powerful 3.6-liter V-6 engine
and first-in-segment technologies: eight-speed automatic transmission,
stop-start system, thermal management system, pulse-width modulation and active
aerodynamics, including grille shutters and air suspension.
POWERTRAIN
The new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with variable-valve timing (VVT) offers
best-in-class standard 305 horsepower, 269 lb.-ft. of torque and best-in-class
fuel economy for V-6 trucks. New V-6 features 42 percent more horsepower, 13
percent more torque and at least 20 percent better fuel economy when compared
to the previous 3.7-liter V-6 powertrain. Also, the standard V-6 delivers
best-in-class towing 6,500 pounds.
ENGINEERING
Aerodynamics
The new 2013 Ram 1500 continues to maintain its ruggedly handsome appearance
with new exterior design elements. Extensive wind-tunnel testing honed the 2013
Ram 1500 exterior shape, resulting in continued best-in-class aerodynamics.
Also, the cooperative application of active aerodynamics and modern styling led
to a six percent aerodynamic improvement on the new truck. The 2013 Ram 1500
Regular Cab 4x2 coefficient of drag (Cd) is .360 compared with a Cd of .386
for a 2012 Ram 1500 Regular Cab 4x2.
Air Suspension
Best-in-class ride and handling gets even better. The 2013 Ram 1500 is now
available with an all-new air suspension system featuring five height settings
for optimum ride and aerodynamic performance. The feature operates
automatically, or may be controlled manually via console or key fob controls:
- Normal Ride Height (NRH): 8.7 inches of clearance (measured from the base of the door sill) is the default, load-leveled ride height
- Aero Mode: Lowers the vehicle .6 inches from NRH. Aero Mode improves fuel efficiency by up to one percent and is activated by vehicle speed, adjusting for optimal performance and fuel economy
- Off-road 1: Lifts the truck 1.2 inches from NRH for added height in clearing obstacles
- Off-road 2: Delivers more off-road capability, increasing ground clearance by 2 inches over NRH
- Park Mode: Lowers the vehicle two inches from NRH for easy entry/exit and cargo loading
Electric
power steering
The 2013 Ram 1500 features
electric power steering (EPS). By using an electric motor to power the truck's
rack and pinion steering system, the engine is relieved from the task of
constantly turning a hydraulic pump, improving fuel efficiency up to 1.8
percent and adding five horsepower. Also, the introduction of EPS reduces
complexity by removing the previous hydraulic pump, high-pressure hydraulic
hoses and cooling apparatus.
Underneath the hood, the combination of the new Pentastar V-6 and new
TorqueFlite 8 transmission reduces the weight by approximately 76 pounds. The
V-8 and TorqueFlite 8 together reduce weight by more than 30 pounds.
The weight reductions not only allow for more convenience, comfort and
entertainment features but also best-in-class fuel-saving technology such as
thermal management, stop-start and active aerodynamics.
Chassis
The 2013 Ram 1500 uses a newly designed frame with improved, low torsion
(stiffness) attributes that increase stability and handling precision while
decreasing noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) up to 30 percent, depending on
drive cycle. Front rails feature 20 percent increased yield strength from the
use of high-strength steel. Among other features, the new frame design
incorporates a new powertrain, new air suspension and new body-mounting
technology.
Interior
For 2013, new features and technologies create opportunity for a redesigned
interior with material upgrades, improved fit and finish, all-new interior
themes with different colors and materials, all-new HVAC controls and new
multimedia systems. The 2013 Ram 1500 also features an exclusive eight-speed
transmission with a new rotary e-shift dial design.
The 2013 Ram 1500
features the next generation 8.4-inch Uconnect system with background screens
tailor-made to specific Ram models and themes.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
On the safety and security front, the Ram 1500 offers more than 45 active
and passive safety and security features, including:
- Standard front airbags
- Front and rear side-curtain air bags and seat-mounted side pelvic-thorax air bags with Enhanced Accident Response System
- Knee bolsters
- Seat-belt pretensioners
- BeltAlert system; and available adjustable pedals
- ParkSense rear park assist
- ParkView rear back-up camera.
The 2013 Ram 1500
also includes standard electronic stability control (ESC), hosting a number of
technologies including all-speed traction control, trailer-sway control,
Hill-start Assist and anti-lock brake system (ABS).
The new 2013 Ram 1500 now features available Keyless Enter 'n Go technology,
which allows the doors to be unlocked and the vehicle ignition to be started
without having to touch the key fob. Also new for 2013, remote central locking
includes the RamBox cargo management system and tailgate power locks, creating
a convenient solution for locking down the truck with the push of a button. An
available remote start feature allows a driver to start their vehicle from up
to 300 feet away. Door controls, illuminated entry, engine immobilizer and
panic alert are standard features with the Keyless Enter 'n Go system. Auto
rain-sensing wipers and SmartBeam headlamps also find their way on to the
feature availability list, adding to a truckload of content offered in the new
2013 Ram 1500.
Additional new features
For 2013, Ram 1500 customers can enjoy the convenience of power folding
mirrors and a combination power and rear-sliding window with defrost. Also
available is a new six-foot-four-inch bed option on the Crew Cab model,
allowing for maximum passenger and bed hauling capability.
Unsurpassed Powertrain Warranty 5 years/100,000 Miles
The 2013 Ram 1500 is backed with a best-in-class, 5-year /100,000-mile
Powertrain Limited Warranty. The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers the cost of
all parts and labor needed to repair a covered powertrain component engine,
transmission and drive system. Coverage also includes free towing to the
nearest Ram dealer, if necessary. The warranty also is transferable allowing
customers who sell their truck during the warranty period, to pass the coverage
onto the new owner.
The standard 3-year / 36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty provides
bumper-to-bumper coverage for the Ram 1500, from the body to the electrical
system.