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2014 Ram 1500 Overview

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2014 RAM 1500 Overview

What’s New for the 2014 Ram 1500

The design of the 2014 Ram 1500 has remained unchanged, but pickup enthusiasts are excited about the arrival of all-new engine offerings, including a turbocharged diesel V6.

|2014 Ram 1500 Specifications|

2014 Ram 1500 Exterior

As with most pickups today, there is no shortage of options for the 2014 Ram 1500. Drivers can choose among regular, quad, and crew cabs, as well as any variation of 6-foot-5-inch or 8-foot cargo beds to go along with them. Regardless of the combination, drivers of the 2014 Ram 1500 will be piloting a bold pickup with well-sculpted exterior lines.

2014 Ram 1500 Performance

The majority of 2014 Ram 1500 trims are powered by a standard 3.6-liter V6 engine that pumps out 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, but the all-new turbocharged diesel V6 is the engine that’s generating all the buzz. The V6 is the only diesel engine offered in a light-duty full-size truck, and produces 240 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque.

2014 Ram 1500 Efficiency

Ram has employed several new technologies to bolster fuel economy, including an auto stop-start system, pulse-width modulation and active aerodynamics, thermal management system, air suspension, and grille shutters. The standard, non-diesel V6 allows the 2014 Ram 1500 to return 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. EPA-estimates have yet to be released for the EcoDiesel V6

2014 Ram 1500 Interior

According to Edmunds.com, “the Ram 1500 has the nicest interior of any full-size pickup.” The 2014 Ram 1500 features an upgraded touchscreen interface, available leather upholstery with wood-grain accent trim, keyless ignition, Bluetooth, and even WiFi hotspot capability.

2014 Ram 1500 Safety

The 2014 Ram 1500 delivers the safety necessary when driving a full-size pickup, which means it delivers a number of advanced safety features, including dual front side-mounted airbags, emergency braking assist, ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes, and stability and traction control.