Compare 2018 RAM 1500 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $31,695 | $28,700 | $33,600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $29,936 | $27,408 | $31,248 |
| Destination | $1,695 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Vinyl/rubber Front | Carpet Front |
| Front Windows | Power | Manual | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Passenger | Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Split-bench | Split-bench | Split-bench |
| Standard Seating | 3 Passengers | 3 Passengers | 3 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | Console Mounted Single | N/A | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st Row | Curtain 1st Row | Safety Canopy System |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | SiriusXM Guardian | N/A | 911 Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Parking Assist | ParkSense | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Sentry Key | PASS-Key III+ | SecuriLock |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 24 Months/24,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Chrome | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | N/A | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | Soft | Soft | Hard |
| Pickup Bed Extender | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P265/70SR17.0 BSW AS | P255/70SR17.0 BSW AS | P245/70SR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Painted Steel | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Running Boards | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 4.3L V-6 | 3.3L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | OHV | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | Twin Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Heavy Duty | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Heavy Duty | Gas-pressurized | Heavy Duty |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Leaf | Leaf |
| Rear Shocks | Heavy Duty | Gas-pressurized | Heavy Duty |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Leaf | Leaf |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Standard | SelectShift |
| Transmission | 8-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.21 | 3.23 | 3.55 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 231.0 " | 224.4 " | 227.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 79.4 " | 80.0 " | 79.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 74.4 " | 73.5 " | 75.1 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 98.3 " | 97.8 " | 96.0 " |
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 4.3L V-6 | 3.3L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 305 @ 6,400 Rpm | 285 @ 5,300 Rpm | 290 @ 6,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 269 @ 4,175 Rpm | 305 @ 3,900 Rpm | 265 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 18 Mpg | 20 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 24 Mpg | 25 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.2 Seconds | 7.5 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.7 Seconds | 15.8 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 91 Mph | 90 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .7 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 54 Mph | 54 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.27 " | 3.92/3.62 " | 3.56/3.41 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,729 Lbs. | 4,696 Lbs. | 4,177 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,600 Lbs. | 6,700 Lbs. | 6,170 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,700 Lbs. | 3,300 Lbs. | 3,000 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,900 Lbs. | 3,950 Lbs. | 3,350 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,870 Lbs. | 1,980 Lbs. | 1,960 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 4,770 Lbs. | 5,900 Lbs. | 5,000 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 9,850 Lbs. | 11,000 Lbs. | 9,600 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 140.0 " | 133.0 " | 141.0 " |
| Front Track | 68.0 " | 68.8 " | 67.6 " |
| Rear Track | 67.5 " | 67.6 " | 67.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 22.6 '' | 22.9 '' | 23.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 9.0 " | N/A | 8.8 " |
| Front Legroom | 41.0 " | 45.3 " | 43.9 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.9 " | 42.4 " | 40.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 62.9 " | 60.7 " | 62.5 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 66.0 " | 66.0 " | 66.7 " |
| Luggage Volume | N/A | N/A | 12.1 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | N/A | N/A | 12.1 Cu.ft. |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 51.0 " | 51.0 " | 50.6 " |
| Pickup Box Maximum Width | 66.4 " | 64.6 " | 65.2 " |
| Pickup Box Depth | 20.2 " | 21.2 " | 21.4 " |
| Passenger Volume | 63 Cu.ft. | N/A | 65 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 32.0 Gal. | 34.0 Gal. | 23.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Below Average | Below Average | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.82 | $0.76 | $0.8 |
| Depreciation | $17,918 | $15,265 | $17,640 |
| Fees and Taxes | $2,748 | $2,536 | $2,880 |
| Fuel Cost | $5,712 | $5,685 | $5,423 |
| Insurance | $6,718 | $6,152 | $5,477 |
| Maintenance | $2,590 | $3,613 | $3,285 |
| Repairs | $1,802 | $1,746 | $1,735 |
| Opportunity Costs | $304 | $286 | $303 |
| Total Cost | $40,753 | $37,961 | $39,881 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Ease of Use | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
