There’s a reason the RAM 1500 has been named the best full size truck by both Ashland drivers and automotive experts from MotorTrend, Car and Driver, and U.S. News and World Report. This RAM truck outperforms competitors from Ford and Chevy when it comes to performance, interior, ride quality, and advanced technology. If you’re shopping for a new RAM 1500 for sale in Ashland, turn to Whitten Brothers CDJR of Ashland.
It’s not hard to guess why the RAM 1500 has earned the #1 spot on numerous lists. Explore more of the features that make it the best full size truck.
RAM 1500 Interior: The exterior of this RAM truck is made for work, but the RAM 1500 interior is designed for a comfortable ride. The cabin seats five or six, depending on the cab style, and it features cloth or leather upholstery. For customizable interior storage, some trim levels have a 40/20/40 split bench or 60/40 rear fold seat.
RAM 1500 Technology: The RAM 1500 features the Uconnect® 5 infotainment system with access to Bluetooth, audio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, audio, navigation, and more on an 8.4-inch or 12-inch touchscreen. The RAM 1500 also has an available segment-first 10.25-inch passenger screen.
RAM 1500 Towing Capacity and Engines: There are RAM 1500 engines. The standard engine in this RAM truck is a 305-hp 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 with etorque that generates 269 lb-ft of torque. There are also two hurricane engines available. The first is a 420-hp 3.0-liter hurricane engine that generates 469 lb-ft of torque. The second is a 540-hp high-output 3.0-liter hurricane engine that generates 521 lb-ft of torque. The RAM 1500 towing capacity with the standard engines is 8,110 pounds. With the hurricane engine, that increases to a maximum of 11,550 pounds. With the high-output hurricane engine, this full size truck has a 9,920-pound towing capacity.
RAM 1500 Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard on this RAM truck, and four-wheel drive (4WD) is available. Some of the higher trim levels of the RAM 1500 are equipped with standard 4WD for off-road driving.
RAM 1500 Exterior: The exterior of the RAM 1500 is designed for utility and rugged driving. The cab options are crew or quad, and the truck bed sizes are 6 feet 4 inches or 5 feet 7 inches. This RAM truck is designed with a 98% steel frame for better stability, and it comes with all-terrain or all-season tires.
An available power tailgate makes it easier to access your truck bed, and you can equip the truck bed with the available class-exclusive RamBox® Cargo Management System for additional, secure storage.
RAM 1500 Safety: The RAM 1500 is known for its strong performance and high-end interior, but it doesn’t skimp on safety. One of the reasons it’s the best full size truck is that when it comes to vehicle safety, it has more than 100 standard and available features. Some of the standard RAM 1500 safety features include:
Now that you’ve learned what makes the RAM 1500 the best full size truck and explored our inventory online, schedule your visit to Whitten Brothers CDJR of Ashland to test drive your favorite trim levels. Before you arrive, get the trade-in value of your current vehicle, apply to get pre-approved for an auto loan or lease, and explore our new vehicle specials. We look forward to helping you find the RAM 1500 that’s right for you!
