Dodge RAM has been consistently been producing landmark pickup trucks and the Dodge RAM 1500 is a sheer epitome of that. A lot of new styling will be introduced and the new variant will have much edgier and bolder appeal. RAM series has been there in the market since the nineties and has managed to remain in the top charts for most of it. Therefore we expect the 2018 Dodge RAM 1500 to do so as well. Last but not the least, this version carries a much more powerful engine under its hood and deliver top-notch performance.
In spite of that fact, this pickup truck face cutting edge competitions from other pickup trucks from Toyota, Ford, and GMC. However, Ford Tremor, the nearest in terms of specifications and will be in the neck to neck competition with RAM 1500.
Engine
The 2018 Dodge RAM 1500 offered with an amazing engine. It is likely to be a 6.2-liter V8 engine which will easily generate an output of 700 horsepower. A platform upgrade is as well expected. It will be combined with a progRAMmed 8-speed gear system. The combination is pretty good and will offer an improved performance. Other than that the engine will be supercharged and will have a decent pickup of 0 mph to 60 mph in just 4.0 seconds. It will offer a top speed of 155 mph. It will expectedly offer in both front and rear will drive system. AWD is unlikely. Everything looks great and it seems that this variant will easily surpass its predecessors in term of performance and output. It goes without saying that this new engine will also offer improved mileage.
2018 Dodge RAM 1500 Interior
As the speculations suggest there will be no drastic change in terms of interior changes of Dodge RAM 1500 but there will be some tweaks and they will be done effectively. There will be an overall improvement in build quality and its cabin will be crafted with fine quality materials. Other than that, the company will work improving the safety and security features of this vehicle. Last but not the least there will be some technological upgrades as well.
Exterior
In terms of exterior upgrades, Dodge RAM 1500 2018 offer some revolutionary changes. Firstly, as stated earlier, it will sport a much bolder and classier look. There could be a possible increase in the current wheelbase and it will offer improved interior space management. Other features are pretty generic. They are new daytime LED lights, sleeker grills, and broader bumpers.
Price & Release Date
We have received no official news from the company regarding the price and release date of 2018 Dodge RAM 1500, but it will be available soon. The price tag is a little over the expected range but going by the specifications it’s surely worth it. It will be somewhere around $55k, it will vary according to the number of accessories offered. It goes on sale by the end of next year but before that will be unveiled at the auto shows around the world.
