2016 Ram 1500 Tradesman Club Cab 4x4 Review

The 2016 Ram 1500 carries forrard the same powerful engine options that provide great overall functioning. The V6 and V8 engines generated high power but then proves to be lower on the fuel economy. This pick-upwardly truck is not quick too but has a college towing capacity. Ram'due south interior has always been top-notch and 1500 is no different. It provides dandy condolement to all the passengers and best-in-class cargo chapters within the cabin. Thus starting at a base of operations price of $32,960 and reaching upwardly to $52,335 for the peak trim..

The shortcomings on the 1500 are express, but less avant-garde condom features is not welcome. The rotary shifter takes time getting used to, and fifty-fifty with the increment in towing chapters, its even so behind the class leaders.

Pricing and Features

The 2016 RAM 1500 is offered in elelven trims ranging from basic run-of-the-manufacturing plant work-truck to upscaled luxury trucks. The piece of work truck Tradesman trim and the Express trim ranges from $32,960 to $36,540, next is a more than daily drivable SLT trim which starts at $37,380 and the prices tin become up to $40,960, the Big Horn or the Lone Star ranging from $37,380 to $40,960, the Outdoorsman at $xl,960, the Sport trim ranges from $41,550 to $45,130. The Laramie and Longhorn are luxury trims and range from $41,610 - $45,190 and $48,785 - $52,355 respectively. The Rebel is the off-road-focused trim that ranges from $43,270 to $45,200.

Trims	Tradesman	Express	SLT	Big Horn/Alone Star	Outdoorsman	Sport	Laramie	Rebel	Longhorn
MSRP	$32,960 - $36,540	$32,960 - $36,540	$37,380 - $twoscore,960	$37,380-$forty,960	$40,960	$41,550 - $45,130	$41,610 - $45,190	$43,270 - $45,200	$48,785 - $52,335
Key Features	17-inch steel wheels	Like to the Tradesman trim	Chrome exterior trim	Like to the SLT trim	Available as a Four wheel drive	V8 engine	Gasoline V6	V8 engine	Off-road capable
	Black bumpers/grille/door handles	Removes receiver hitch and bedliner	Heated mirrors	115-volt ability outlet	Similar to Large Horn trim	Body-color exterior trim	Chrome exterior trim	Unique exterior styling cues	Only available in the crew cab with the v-foot-7 bed
	7-pin wiring harness	xx-inch aluminium wheels	Power accessories	10-manner powered commuter seat with power lumbar	17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires	twenty-inch wheels	Includes the features from the Sport	Spray-in bedliner	Features similar to what is included on the Sport
	Class IV receiver hitch	Foglights	Remote keyless entry	Leather-wrapped steering	Larger fuel tank	Projector headlights with LED accents	Chrome-accented xx-inch wheels	Tow hooks	17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
	Active grille shutters (with the viii-speed automatic transmission)	Body-colored bumpers	Full heart and overhead consoles	Textile Upholstery	Underbody skid plates	LED interior lighting	2-tone paint	LED bed lighting	Black fender flares
	Automated headlights	Floor mats	Dual glove boxes		Remote engine start	LED interior lighting	Machine-dimming mirrors	Larger fuel tank	Front end and rear Bilstein shock absorbers
	Locking tailgate		v-inch touchscreen interface		Motorcar-dimming mirrors	LED taillights	Leather upholstery	Remote ignition	Tow hooks
	Spray-in bedliner		Satellite radio and Bluetooth telephone and audio connectivity		Tow hooks	Charge-merely USB port and an upgraded eight.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system	Wood interior trim	Front and rear parking sensors	LED fog lights
	Tilt-but steering wheel						Heated steering wheel	HD radio and a navigation system

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To say that one trim is better than the other would be an injustice as all of the trims are supposed to serve specific purposes the Tradesman is the piece of work truck while the Laramie or the Longhorn may be a Status symbol for some. Only to cull i most versatile trim we would recommend the Sport as it offers impressive performance along with a plethora of features at a reasonable price likewise.

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Engine and Functioning

The base engine is a iii.6L V6 which generates 305 horsepower along with 269 foot pounds of torque through the excellent eight speed manual. If you need the traditional V8 grunt there is an option for the 5.7L Hemi V8 which puts out 395 horsepower along with 407 foot pounds of torque at the creepo. Both the engines have power to the rear wheels past default, although the selection for an AWD remains open on some trims.

Models	RAM 1500	GMC Sierra 1500	Chevrolet Silverado 1500	Ford F-150
MSRP	$32,960	$36,330	$35,645	$33,055
Engine	3.6L V6	4.3L V6	4.3L V6	3.5L V6
Transmission	viii-speed automatic	6-speed automated	6-speed automatic	6-speed automated
Horsepower	305 hp @ 6400 rpm	285 hp @ 5300 rpm	285 hp @ 5300 rpm	282 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque (lb-ft)	269 ft-lbs @ 4175 rpm	305 ft-lbs @ 3900 rpm	305 ft-lbs @ 3900 rpm	253 ft-lbs @ 4250

As observed, the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 is the most powerful in the ground, regardless of the fact that the corporate cousins Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 boast the aforementioned 4.3L V6. However, the actress power in RAM is traded off for just a decent amount of torque, which when compared to the same competitors feels a bit puny. At the same time, the Ford F-150 disappoints with both power and torque, just its lower weight pulls it ahead in the acceleration test.

Ram 1500 Acceleration and braking

The Ram 1500 finished the 0-sixty mph run in 8.8 seconds, and the quarter-mile in 16.8 seconds. The rivals are much quicker, with the Sierra as well as the Silverado doing half-dozen.9 secconds in the 0-60 mph. The quarter-mile runs are similar, at 15.1 seconds and 15.two seconds on the Sierra and the Silverado respectively. The F-150 is the quickest, at 5.viii seconds for the 0-lx mph run and fourteen.five seconds for the quarter-mile. The Ram boasts of the highest peak speed, at 125 mph. The Seirra comes in second at 123 mph, and the Silverado takes 115 mph. The F-150 is the slowest at 106 mph.

Model	2016 Ram 1500	2016 GMC Sierra	2016 Chevrolet Silverado	2016 Ford F-150
0-60 mph (sec)	8.8	6.9	6.9	5.8
Quarter-mile (sec)	16.viii	15.1	15.2	fourteen.5
Top Speed (mph)	125	123	115	106
Forepart brake (inches)	13.two	13	13	13.8
Rear brake (inches)	xiii.8	13.half-dozen	13.6	xiii.ii
Braking distance threescore-0 mph (anxiety)	147	136.viii	136	114

The braking on the F-150 is the best in the class, taking 114 feet to stop. Information technology has the biggest front brake at thirteen.8 inches and the smallest rear restriction at 13.2 inches. The Sierra and the Silverado are tied similarly, with a braking distance of 136 feet. The brake sizes on these both are same, at thirteen inches in the front end and xiii.6 inches in the rear. The Ram took the most distance to brake, at 147 feet with the smallest front restriction at 13.2 inches and the largest rear brake at 13.8 inches.

Ram 1500 Steering and Handling

The handling on the Ram 1500 is amazing, equally the ride quality is smoother than most and the steering is precise. The Ram 1500 is placidity and composed at highway speeds. The Ram 1500 gets a air suspension that allows for the truck to drop 2 inches to ease lift-over and step-in heights when parked.

The Ram 1500 when performing towing duties maintains its sophistication and quality besides. The standard interruption is independant, whereas the rear is made of coil springs. Nevertheless, the ride quality and the driving feel is affected past the configuration the Ram is running on.

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Fuel Economy

Interior

For interior amongst pick upward trucks, the Ram 1500 will leave you impressed. The cabin is spacious and the big windows enhance the experience. The material used on the Ram 1500's interior is of adept quality, and the fit and and finish is top-notch too. The wood trim and the leather upholstery on the upper trims makes this interior premium equally well. There are few color inserts around the Ram's center console and that adds a fleck of a spice every bit well. The rotary shift knob will take some getting used to, but it serves its purpose of opening up additional space on the console. The buttons and and knobs, equally well the touchscreen on the console is very easy to use and simple to sympathize likewise.

The passenger and bed capacity depends upon the configuration yous choose. The Standard bed with a regular cab has a forepart bench seat which can seat three passengers. Coming to seat comfort, the front end seats are well-cushioned and offer adequate support and comfort levels. The rear seats have a relaxed back angle and offering a lot of legroom.

Models	Dodge RAM 1500	GMC Sierra 1500	Chevrolet Silverado 1500	Ford F-150
Passenger Capacity	6	6	half dozen	6
Front (head/shoulder/leg) (in.)	41/66.0/41.0	42.8/66.0/45.3	42.four/66.0/45.3	twoscore.8/66.7/43.9
Row (head/shoulder/leg) (in.)	39.9/65.7/40.3	40.five/65.vii/40.nine	40.5/65.7/40.9	xl.4/65.9/43.6
Cargo Box Capacity (cu.ft.)	74.seven	61.0	61.0	62.three

The Ram 1500 does not offering equally much space as its rivals practice. In fact, the Ram 1500 offers the 2nd least headroom and the least legroom among the four. The F-150 is the widest of the lot, and has the least superlative behind of the Ram 1500. The Sierra and the Silverado, evenly configured offering the almost headroom and legroom. In terms of rear space, the Ram 1500 is the last one as it does not offer the kind of space the rivals do. The F-150 offers the most legroom in the rear. The Ram 1500 offers the about cargo capacity amid the iv at 74.7 cubic feet.

Interior Features:

Unmarried Zone Front Air-conditioning
Cruise Command
Leather Steering Wheel
Rear View Photographic camera
Premium Cloth Bucket Seats
viii -Manner Power Commuter Seat
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

2016 RAM 1500 Infotainment:

The embellishments on the 1500 CrewCab do not finish with a mesmerizing interior. In that location is more to the motel than just that. Answering to the social necessity of entertainment, RAM has provided the 1500 CrewCab with an easy-to-use infotainment system with connectivity and storage for mobile devices. Two touchscreen interfaces are available (one measuring 5 inches, the other 8.4 inches), and they practise a great chore of controlling both simple and complicated tasks. The upgraded screen is peculiarly handy and appealing; it'south 1 of our favorites in whatsoever vehicle. The virtual buttons are big and easy to see at a glance, while physical knobs and buttons provide much appreciated redundant control. Meanwhile, features like Bluetooth, voice controls, smartphone integration and fifty-fifty WiFi hotspot capability remain optional.

12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
AM/FM Stereo
five.0-inch Touchscreen
viii.iv-inch Touchscreen (O)
BlueTooth
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection

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Outside

The Design philosophy of the RAM 1500 is quite different from its competitors, it still follows a more traditional blueprint language as compared to the likes of Chevy's Silverado or the Ford F-150. Every trim has its ain unique grille especially the Rebel trim which is the off-road trim and looks like it means business. Also newly available are LED lights in the bed, an especially useful feature with the optional tonneau embrace in place. The Ram Laramine Limited and Insubordinate get special grilles besides, where the Ram logo is replaced with the Ram badging. At that place is a lot of chrome on the Ram as well, around the rear mostly.

The Ram is the heaviest of the lot, weighing in at 4938 lbs. Information technology also has the nearly pinnacle at 76.ix inchs, around 2 inches more than the competition. The Ram nonetheless, has the least wheelbase at 140 inches. Information technology too sits closer to the ground compared to the others.

Models	Contrivance RAM 1500	GMC Sierra 1500	Chevrolet Silverado 1500	Ford F-150
Curb Weight (lbs.)	4938	4517	4517	4469
Length (in.)	229	229.5	229.v	231.9
Width (in.)	79.four	80.0	eighty.0	79.9
Peak (in.)	76.nine	74.17	74.17	75.6
Ground clearance (in.)	7.half dozen	viii.seven	8.7	8.seven
Wheelbase (in)	140	143.5	143.5	145
Towing Chapters (lbs)	7610	7600	7600	7600

The Sierra and the Silverado the lightest cars in the lot. They likewise have the nigh with at 80 inches and the least height at 74 inches. The Ford is the longest at 231 inches and has the almost wheelbase at 145 inches. The Sierra, the Silverado and the F-150 accept the aforementioned ground clearance and towing capacity, at 8.seven inches and 7600 lbs respectively. The Ram 1500 has the most, at 7610 lbs. Some of the exterior features on the Ram are:

Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover
Chrome Bodyside Molding
17" Ten vii.0" Aluminum Chrome Clad Wheels
Power Sunroof
MOPAR Chrome Steel Bed Rails
RamBox Cargo Management System

Safety

In government crash testing, regardless of cab length, the Ram 1500 earned four out of a possible v stars for overall crash protection, with iv stars for frontal crash protection,five stars for side crash protection and four stars for rollover potential (2WD) merely but three stars with 4WD. Standard rubber equipment on the 2016 Ram 1500 includes iv-wheel antilock disc brakes, stability command, loma-starting time assist, trailer-sway control, front-seat side airbags and total-length side drapery airbags. A fully integrated trailer-brake controller is bachelor, every bit are a rearview photographic camera and front end and rear parking sensors. Some of the Safety Features are-

Advanced Multistage Forepart Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Parkview Rear Back-Upwards Camera
Sentry Cardinal Theft Deterrent System
Speed Control
Supplemental Front end Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Tire Pressure Monitoring Organization

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Competition

2016 Ram 1500 Crew Cab vs 2016 Ford F-150

The 2016 Ford F-150 is the almost direct competitor for the Ram 1500, even above the Sierra and the Silverado. Notwithstanding, the F-150 is America's top-selling pick up truck, and the Ram 1500 is not even close in those terms. The F-150 has the improve payload capacity. can tow much higher than the Ram 1500 and the F-150 is the cheaper ones to maintain and own among these ii. The Ram 1500's engine makes the most ability at base levels, however the F-150's functioning is the best in this segment.

The F-150 is a safer car, thanks to its higher safety ratings compared to the Ram 1500's. It is besides much better equipped than the Ram in terms of bachelor safety features. The Ram 1500 is less reliable than the F-150 as well. The one identify where the Ram excels is its ride quality, which is ameliorate than the F-150'due south. The F-150 is priced slightly higher as well.

2016 Ram 1500 Coiffure Cab vs 2016 GMC Sierra 1500

The 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 is like its American cousin. Both take like maintenance costs, and are similar on the interior besides. The Sierra has composed and calm handling, and is supported by spacious interiors and a roomy motel. The Sierra is proportionally larger than the Ram 1500 too. The Ram 1500 is more fuel efficient and has more fuel capacity as well.

Also, the Ram 1500 is more reliable than the Sierra 1500. The Sierra takes the pb with meliorate maximum towing and payload capacities. The Ram 1500 Coiffure Cab is around $3000 cheaper than the Sierra. The Sierra has a higher safety rating than the Ram 1500.

2016 Ram 1500 Crew Cab vs 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is similar to the Sierra 1500 in a lot of ways. So yes, information technology shares the same maintenance costs as the Ram 1500, has a better interior which is spacious and the handling is decent too. Also, in terms of performance the Silverado is ahead of the Ram 1500. Equally with the Sierra, the Silverado is larger than the Ram as well.

The Ram 1500's relilablity is lower than that of the Silverado 1500's. Also, the towing and payload capacities on the Silverado are better than those on the Ram 1500. In terms of safety besides, the Silverado is ahead of the Ram 1500. The Ram 1500 is more afforadable, compared to the Silverado.

Terminal Verdict

The RAM 1500 may non be the best in terms of providing the workhorse characteristics that the competition does peculiarly the F-150 but information technology surely is the 1 with more character and poise, it likewise has the best motel as compared to the closest rivals. Overall, the 2016 RAM 1500 offers a trim and configuration for every purpose whether it be daily commutes conveying 4x4 planks or going 60 mph with the Insubordinate on the dirt where no 1 dares to go, the RAM 1500 has you covered.

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