In the full-size pickup truck class, the RAM 1500 is a versatile offering that vaunts several cab styles for varied capabilities. However, out of all options, the Crew Cab variant nails the brief of being a family hauler with its capacious cabin and commercial viability. It comes with two rows of seating and has an ergonomic set up with a user-friendly infotainment system. The truck can tow around 10,340 lbs and has an equally impressive payload capacity of 1,638 lbs, yet it tends to fall diminutively short of its competitors. Nonetheless, its calm engine options and a refined 8-speed automatic transmission unit make it an absolute peach.
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2018 RAM 1500
Key Spec of 2018 RAM 1500
fuel economy
17/20/25
fuel type
Flex-fuel (unleaded/e85)
horsepower
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
basic warranty
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Refined design per pickup truck class | Towing capacity might be lower than segment rivals | New exterior color options |
Easy and flowing interior design | Devoid of some essential safety features | Upgraded console available as standard |
Enticing powertrain combinations | ||
Commodious cabin |
2018 RAM 1500 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
Updated on: December 21, 2022
Nathan Dyer
Senior Editor
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The 2018 RAM 1500 is largely unchanged. Except, the base and mid-level trims do benefit from an upgraded central console. Other than that, it’s a similar affair as the yesteryear model. In its segment, the 1500 Crew Cab competes with the likes of the GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, and the Ford F-150 SuperCrew. How does RAM’s flagship truck fare against its rivals in a highly-competitive segment? Let’s find out.
Over All Rating 7.8Out of 10 | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 8.60 |
| Pricing and Features | 6.00 |
| Features | 9.00 |
| Engine and Performance | 8.80 |
| Fuel Economy | 7.60 |
| Interior | 8.70 |
| Exterior | 7.30 |
| Safety | 8.30 |
| Competition | 9.00 |
Notable Rankings
#10 in Fullsize Pickup-truck
#11 in Pickup-truck
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Features
Trim: Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Night 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
SLT 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. LB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Harvest 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Night 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
SLT 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Express 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Sport 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
ST 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Sport 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Harvest 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
SLT Fleet 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
SLT Fleet 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Night 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star Silver 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Rebel 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Harvest 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
ST 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. LB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
ST 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Lone Star Silver 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Sport 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Lone Star Silver 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
ST 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. LB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Harvest 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
SLT 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Lone Star Silver 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
SLT 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
SLT Fleet 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Rebel 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
Express 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Sport 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 5.6 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
vehicle bio
base price
$42345
body style
4dr Crew Cab
engine type
displacement
220 cu in
horse power
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
torque
269 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm
transmission
8-Speed Automatic
dimensions
length
229 in
wheelbase
140 in
width
79 in
curb weight
2864 lbs
Height
78 in
Ground Clearance
9 in
capacity
passenger volume
125.3 cu ft
cargo volume
50.3 cu ft
passenger capacity
6 Seats
fuel economy
city/combined/highway
17/20/25 mpg
warranty
basic warranty
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
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RAM 1500 5 year Cost To Own
Cash Price(MSRP)
$35,518
5 Year Cost To Own
$48,245
Total 5 year Cost To Own - $48,245
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $7,009 | $1,366 | $1,292 | $1,517 | $1,437 | $12,621 |
| Insurance | $1,358 | $1,406 | $1,455 | $1,506 | $1,558 | $7,283 |
| Fuel | $2,558 | $2,634 | $2,713 | $2,795 | $2,878 | $13,578 |
| Maintenance | $231 | $817 | $398 | $2,287 | $392 | $4,125 |
| Repairs | NA | NA | $141 | $335 | $490 | $966 |
| Financing Interest | $1,910 | $1,536 | $1,137 | $712 | $257 | $5,552 |
| Taxes and Fees | $3,173 | $250 | $241 | $233 | $223 | $4,120 |
| Total Cost-To-Own | $16,239 | $8,009 | $7,377 | $9,385 | $7,235 | $48,245 |