2020 Ram 1500 Review

When you’re searching for a new pickup truck, you want to be certain of at least a few capabilities before driving any vehicle off the lot. These might include bed dimensions, engine output, and maximum towing and hauling capacities. With plenty of options currently on the market, the team at Elkins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram wanted to help you make an educated decision on your next truck.

That’s why we put together this 2020 Ram 1500 review to give drivers around Beverly, Elkins, and Belington, WV, an in-depth look at this year’s take on this classic pickup.

Powerful Engine Options

There are four available engines for the Ram 1500 and each is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Your standard option is a 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine that can produce up to 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. This engine is also integrated with Ram’s eTorque, a system that uses technologies like wide-range variable valve timing to offer better fuel economy.

The next available engine you can pick actually comes in two different configurations: one equipped with an eTorque Mild Hybrid System and the other without. With a 5.7L HEMI® V8 under the hood, the 2020 1500 can generate up to 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. And if you choose the eTorque variation, it will have 130 lb-ft of additional torque when activated.

For our drivers who enjoy diesel engines, we suggest taking a look at the available 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine, which can produce up to 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

Interior Amenities

Who doesn’t like a robust interior? Well, this year’s Ram 1500 has an impressive suite of available conveniences and technologies to make even a trip to the hardware store memorable. The 1500 sits up to six people comfortably with a total passenger volume of 117.2 cubic feet.

Every trim comes standardly fitted with the Uconnect® 3 with 5-inch touchscreen. To make navigational prompts easier to follow as well as improve control over your media, opt for the available 12-inch Uconnect® touchscreen display with navigation and pinch-and-zoom capability.

You and your passengers won’t have anything to complain about when it comes to cabin space. In the front row, you can expect 40.9 inches of headroom and 39.2 inches in the backseat. As for legroom, those in the first row have 40.9 inches while the second has 35.6 inches. Shoulder room is important too, which is why you’ll have 66 inches in the front seat and 65.7 inches in the back.

Towing & Payload Capacities

You won’t need to worry about towing your midsize pop-up camper or boat trailer to the next family reunion. When it comes to heavy lifting, the 2020 Ram 1500 won’t disappoint you, as even the base level Tradesman trim boasts formidable pulling power. Equipped with the standard 3.6L Pentastar®, you’ll have a 6,730-pound maximum towing capacity.

If you find that you often need more torque to simplify those longer hauls, take a look at the available 5.7L HEMI® V8 with the eTorque Mild Hybrid System. When properly equipped, your Ram 1500 will be able to tow up to 12,750 pounds. Take home the 3.0L EcoDiesel and you’ll only have slightly less—a 12,560-pound max towing capacity—power while retaining favorable gas mileage.

Test Drive the 1500 at Elkins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

The auto professionals at Elkins CDJR hope that you enjoyed reading through our 2020 Ram 1500 review. As you can see, regardless of the trim level you choose, one of them is bound to suit your driving lifestyle.

Once you’re ready to take the Ram 1500 for a test drive around Beverly, Elkins, and Belington, WV, we invite you to contact us to schedule a test drive today!