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Compact Pickup-truck| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Good fuel economy | Some rivals offer better-towing capacity | Hellcat-powered TRX Edition |
More refined than rivals | Lack of important features in base trims | New and improved technical features |
More technological features | Top trims are on the expensive side | New and improved safety features |
Outstanding off-road capability | Special Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition |
$35,645
price395 hp @ 5600 rpm
horsepower269 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
torque8-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.6L 6cyl RWD 8A
engine-
basic warrantyThe world knows America’s obsession for trucks and it's quite a hot segment for automakers. Major Automakers in the world offer various models and try to have a larger piece of the pie. The trucks are versatile, rugged, and spacious in nature hence are preferred by many buyers across the American states. Most trucks come with different bed sizes, engine options, and different configurations like RWD/AWD to cater to the different needs of the buyers.
We find the Laramie trim to be most well-specced up at a suitable price point. It comes with many creature comforts like leather-trimmed seats, Uconnect 4 with 8.4” display, heated and ventilated front seats, etc, and optional packages like Night Edition, Chrome Appearance Group, and the Sport appearance package. The optional packages will further muscle up the Laramie trim in the aesthetics department.
The RAM 1500 is a formidable name in the truck segment and the 2021 model tries to rock the sales charts with its luxury-grade interior, comfortable seats, and more innovative features than its rivals. It is available in seven trim options namely the Tradesman, Big Horn, Rebel, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, Limited, and the newly introduced TRX edition. The prices start at $ 37,595 for the Tradesmen and go up to $85,515 for the top-of-the-line TRX edition. It faces competition from the likes of Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500.
The new Ram 1500 Crew Cab model comes in seven trim options to cater to different buyers. With many options to choose from you are bound to find your desired choice. Also with a choice of optional packages, you can customize your truck as per your taste.
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Trims |
Tradesman |
Big Horn |
Laramie |
Rebel |
Limited Longhorn |
Limited |
TRX |
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MSRP |
35,645 |
40,065 |
44,930 |
46,120 |
52,780 |
57,350 |
85,515 |
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Key features |
3.6L PentastarV6 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) with eTorque/8-speed automatic |
Adds to or upgrades to the Tradesman trim |
Adds to or upgrades to the Big Horn trim |
Adds to or upgrades to the Big Horn trim |
Adds to or upgrades to the Laramie trim |
Adds to or upgrades to the Laramie trim |
Adds to or upgrades to the Rebel trim |
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Full stadium-folding rear bench seat |
Cloth 60/40-split rear bench seat |
Leather-trimmed 40/20/40-split front bench seat |
Unique Black interior trim with Red accents |
Limited Longhorn specific premium leather trim and wood interior treatment |
The limited-specific premium leather trim and wood interior treatment |
6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8/8-speed automatic |
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Black instrument panel |
3.5-inch monochrome cluster |
7-inch premium color cluster |
Full-length reconfigurable center console |
Premium leather front bucket seats with full-length center console |
Premium leather front bucket seats with full-length center console |
TRX specific interior treatment |
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Uconnect 3 with 5-inch display |
Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
Uconnect 4 with 8.4-inch display |
Sport Performance Hood |
Heated front and rear seats |
Wireless charging pad |
Front high-bolster bucket seats |
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Quad-halogen headlamps and Incandescent tail lamps |
18-inch aluminum wheels |
Heated and ventilated front seats with memory |
LED headlamps and taillamps with Black bezels |
7-inch Limited Longhorn color cluster |
Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display |
TRX specific Performance Hood with functional air scoop and heat extractors |
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Keyless push-button start |
Rear manual-sliding window |
10-speaker premium audio system with subwoofer |
Electronic power steering skid plate, Transfer case skid plate, Front suspension skid plate |
20-inch aluminum wheels |
Power running boards |
Premium LED adaptive headlamps |
Which Trim should you buy?
We find the Laramie trim to be most well-specced up at a suitable price point. It comes with many creature comforts like leather-trimmed seats, Uconnect 4 with 8.4” display, heated and ventilated front seats, etc, and optional packages like Night Edition, Chrome Appearance Group, and the Sport appearance package. The optional packages will further muscle up the Laramie trim in the aesthetics department.
The 2021 RAM 1500 comes with different engine options and all of them deliver different fuel economies. However, the 48-V mild hybrid system helps in providing e-boost when required and helps in improving fuel economy. The 3.6 L V6 with etorque offers a combined fuel economy of 22 mpg. The larger HEMI engine with etorque provides 20 mpg combined fuel efficiency and the Ecodiesel engine provides a staggering 27 mpg combined fuel economy which is commendable for a truck of this size.
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Models (2021) |
RAM 1500 |
Ford F-150 SuperCrew |
Chevrolet Silverado Crew 1500 Cab |
GMC Sierra 1500 Crew cab |
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MPG (City) |
20 |
20 |
16 |
16 |
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MPG (Highway) |
25 |
25 |
21 |
21 |
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MPG (Combined) |
22 |
22 |
17 |
17 |
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Fuel Capacity (Gallons) |
26.0 |
26.0 |
24.0 |
24.0 |
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Range (City/Highway/Combined) (Miles) |
520/650/572 |
520/650/572 |
384/504/408 |
384/504/408 |
The Ford F-150 comes with the smallest engine of the lot, yet it delivers the same fuel efficiency as that of the larger RAM 1500 engine. The reason is that the F-150 lacks hybrid support as found in the RAM 1500 engine. As expected the Silverado and Sierra offer the same efficiency as they both are based on the same platform and come with the same drivetrain. The fuel tank capacity difference is just about 2 gallons among the competitors.
Usually, all the trucks are focused more on practicality and usage. So the creature comforts and the cabin layout takes a back seat. Luckily that’s not the case with the 2021 RAM 1500. It comes with a bunch of advanced features, comfortable leather trimming in higher trims, and ample passenger space. The lower trims come with all manual functionality and lack the finesse of the higher trims. As you move up the trim ladder you get features like dual-zone climate control, heated and ventilated seats, 7-inch premium information color cluster, Ambient LED Lighting, wireless charging, heated rear seats, panoramic sunroof, genuine wood accents, etc.
All these features were previously unheard of in a truck, but the RAM 1500 changed the trend and set a benchmark in the segment. As with most full-size pickup trucks, the RAM 1500 Crew Cab offers higher cubby stowage, clever design for improved interior storage, and a unique split-folding tailgate. The Crew Cab gets two-bed options namely the 5’7” bed and 6’4” bed for higher storage capacity. The RAM 1500 cabin feels like that of an upmarket SUV rather than that of a truck
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Models (2021) |
RAM 1500 |
Ford F-150 SuperCrew |
Chevrolet Silverado Crew 1500 Cab |
GMC Sierra 1500 Crew cab |
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Seating Capacity |
6 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
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Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) (in.) |
40.9/66.0/40.9 |
40.8/66.7/43.9 |
43.0/66.0/44.5 |
43.0/66.0/44.5 |
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Rear Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) (in.) |
39.8/65.7/45.2 |
40.4/65.9/43.6 |
40.1/65.1/43.4 |
40.1/65.1/43.4 |
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Cargo Capacity(cu-ft) |
53.9 |
52.8 |
62.9 |
63.0 |
The RAM 1500 offers less headroom across both rows but excels at better legroom in the second row. The GMC and Chevrolet twins excel with their cargo capacity in the short bed version. The RAM 150 comes second and Ford F-150 offers the least cargo capacity. The GMC and Chevrolet twins offer more balanced interior dimensions as compared to the competition. Some of the standout interior features of the RAM 1500 are:
The infotainment system of the RAM 1500 is equipped with FCA’s UConnect Interface which is easy and intuitive to use. The lower trims get Uconnect 3 with a 5-inch display which is just okay. The upper trims come with the upgraded Uconnect 4C NAV with an 8.4-inch display and are more responsive to use. The TRX edition comes with the largest 12.0-inch display with a Uconnect 4C NAV interface.
The lower trims get 6-speakers as the standard setup for the audio system. The higher trims get an Alpine 10-speaker premium sound system or an optional Harman-Kardon music system with 19-speakers. The connectivity features like the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available only in the Uconnect 4C NAV interface that comes in the 8.4” and 12.0” options. The 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot is available for easy internet connectivity, The SiriusXM satellite services are also available with the higher trims only. Some of the standout infotainment features of the 2021 RAM 1500 are:
The 2021 RAM 1500 looks different from other trucks and has changed the very definition of how a truck should look like. The sleek side profile, bolder front with signature RAM grille with a black background, LED headlight design, and better bumper design gives it a distinctive look. It is thus recognizable even from a distance.
The base Tradesman variant impresses with its work-oriented features but on the higher trims such as the Limited, there’s a generous use of chrome and fancy LED all around. Also, there are plenty of optional packages available to shimmer your beloved truck and make it stand out in the crowd.
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Models (2021) |
RAM 1500 |
Ford F-150 SuperCrew |
Chevrolet Silverado Crew 1500 Cab |
GMC Sierra 1500 Crew cab |
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
4971 |
4177 |
4702 |
4720 |
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Length (in.) |
232.9 |
231.7 |
231.7 |
231.7 |
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Width (in.) |
82.1 |
79.9 |
81.2 |
81.2 |
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Height (in.) |
77.5 |
75.6 |
75.5 |
75.5 |
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Ground Clearance (in.) |
8.2 |
8.6 |
7.9 |
7.9 |
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Wheelbase (in.) |
144.5 |
145.4 |
147.4 |
147.4 |
The 2021 RAM 1500 is the heaviest of the lot and is also the longest. It comes with a higher ground clearance than some of its rivals, which aids it in some off-road scenarios. The GM twins offer lesser ground clearance than the RAM 1500 and F-150. Hence, they are more suitable for paved surfaces. However, they both get longer wheelbase which can help with high-speed highway stability. Some of the standout exterior features of the 2021 RAM 1500 are:
The RAM 1500 truck is the toughest RAM pickup truck ever with its 98 percent of high-strength steel frame. The redesigned crumple zones are now more capable in terms of absorbing impact energy. This structure is further strengthened by splayed frame rails and side-impact beams. The NHTSA has given it a 4-star safety rating and the IIHS has praised it with the “2021 Top Safety Pick ”award. The testimonies of both organizations are enough to prove the RAM 1500’s safety credentials. Some of the standout safety features of the 2021 RAM 1500 are:
The 2021 RAM 1500 has a bigger engine than that of the Ford F-150 and still, it offers better fuel economy than F-150, thanks to the 48 V hybrid system embedded in the RAM 1500. The 2021 F-150 has got an updated list of features and better styling to take on the RAM 1500 and it has better towing capacity than the RAM 1500.
The Chevrolet Silverado offers more engine options and performance than the RAM 1500 but it cannot beat the efficiency of the RAM 1500. The towing capacity of both trucks is similar. However, the Silverado looks better with its bold design and offers much more cargo space than the RAM 1500. The RAM 1500 offers better interior features than the Silverado 1500.
The GMC Sierra shares its platform with the Chevy Silverado 1500 and thus all its pros can be found in the Sierra too. It offers better performance and better cargo space than the RAM 1500. However, the RAM 1500 is a more capable off-road option owing to better ground clearance. Also, the Sierra cannot offer the rear seat comfort as that of the Ram 1500. The RAM 1500 offers better fuel efficiency and has a modern engine with a 48 V hybrid system.
With the RAM 1500 model, you get better features, an efficient engine, a sturdy built, and a cabin with modern amenities. Very few trucks in the market have the ability to match the value offered by the RAM 1500 at a starting price of $ 35,395. It has also scored a very good safety rating from both the NHTSA and IIHS.
The 2021 TRX edition is unlike any other truck in the world with the raw performance of a sports car and practicality of a truck put together in one single package. It offers competitive towing and payload capacity, and also has the most fuel-efficient engine amongst others making it a worth buy.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
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2021 RAM 1500 Ranked #2 | 7.1 sec | 15.7 sec | - | |||
2021 Nissan Titan Ranked #1 | 6.9 sec | 15.8 sec | 110 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
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2021 RAM 1500 Ranked #1 | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | 26 gal. | - | - | ||
2021 Nissan Titan Ranked #2 | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | 26 gal. | 416/546 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 228.1 in. | 79.5 in. | 75.1 in. | 8.3 in. | 139.8 in. |
Car Name | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87.2 cu.ft. | 93.5 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | |
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| 93.5 cu.ft. | 93.5 cu.ft. | 79 ft. |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | |
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| 9310 lbs. | 1600 lbs. | 5537 lbs. |
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Posted On: July 30, 2024
I loved the Ram 1500 Crew Cab that I have from the moment I saw it. Then to drive it and feel just how powerful and smooth it was sealed the deal. The price was a big hefty but well worth it for all the uses I have for it. Taking it on road trips with the camper is so very easy to do. Its a joy to drive and the leather heated and cooled seats make it so very comfortable for a long ride. There are...
