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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Full Review
Date Published: 2/21/08
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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Review
Dodge's full-size pickup is redesigned for 2002. It has fresh styling, two new engines, bigger cabs, and available curtain side airbags. The redesign affects only the half-ton Ram 1500 models; heavier-duty 2500/3500s switch over for '03. Ram's 2-dr extended cab is scuttled, leaving a 2-dr regular cab and 4-dr crew cab Quad Cab. The Quad Cab has four front-hinged doors; the previous Quad Cab had rear-hinged back doors. Both cab styles offer 6.3- or 8-ft cargo beds. Exterior dimensions change little, but both body styles gain three inches in cab length from a corresponding reduction to the bed. All have a 40/20/40 split front bench seat. Quad Cabs have a 3-passenger rear bench available in 60/40 split form. Power adjustable pedals and front and rear curtain side airbags are newly available; Dodge says both are firsts for full-size pickups.
A 3.9-liter V6 gives way to a new 3.7-liter V6. And a 4.7-liter V8 replaces Ram's previous 5.2-liter V8. Both come with manual or automatic transmission. An optional 5.9 V8 continues with automatic only. All Rams are available with rear-wheel drive or 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. Dashboard buttons to engage 4WD are newly optional in place of a floor-mounted lever. Ram 4x4s get independent front suspension instead of the previous solid axle. Four-wheel disc brakes with rear ABS are standard; 4-wheel ABS is optional. Other changes include standard 17-inch wheels instead of 16s, and newly optional 20-inch alloys.
A 3.9-liter V6 gives way to a new 3.7-liter V6. And a 4.7-liter V8 replaces Ram's previous 5.2-liter V8. Both come with manual or automatic transmission. An optional 5.9 V8 continues with automatic only. All Rams are available with rear-wheel drive or 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. Dashboard buttons to engage 4WD are newly optional in place of a floor-mounted lever. Ram 4x4s get independent front suspension instead of the previous solid axle. Four-wheel disc brakes with rear ABS are standard; 4-wheel ABS is optional. Other changes include standard 17-inch wheels instead of 16s, and newly optional 20-inch alloys.
Competition
With the advent of crossover vehicles this segment has become less defined. Once the domain of work-related heavy-duty pickups, buyers are now demanding that their full-size trucks do double duty. Our Best Buys remain the Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, and GMC Sierra. These trucks offer a wide range of powertrain combinations, plenty of luxury accommodations, and ample towing power--though the GM twins are the only ones to offer full-time 4WD.
The big-rig-styled Dodge Ram matches the new Ford and GM models feature for feature but can't match their ride comfort or civility. We also like the expensive Toyota Tundra. What it lacks in brute strength, it more than makes up for with refined road manners.
The big-rig-styled Dodge Ram matches the new Ford and GM models feature for feature but can't match their ride comfort or civility. We also like the expensive Toyota Tundra. What it lacks in brute strength, it more than makes up for with refined road manners.
News
The redesigned Ram 1500s must sell well to speed the turnaround of DaimlerChrysler's troubled U.S. division, and early returns are encouraging. On a year-to-basis, total Ram sales were up 8.5 percent in the first quarter of 2002 after losing 9.5 percent in calendar 2001. The surge does not reflect availability of the redesigned 2500/3500 models, which were only just reaching dealers.
Due to hit showrooms in early 2003 is a Dodge "muscle truck" answering Ford's SVT F-150 Lightning. Dubbed SRT-10, it's the first product of a new Chrysler Group unit called Performance Vehicle Operations (PVO), a sort of U.S. equivalent to parent Mercedes' AMG "tuner" division. As previewed at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show, the SRT-10 uses the same 8.3-liter V-10 engine as Dodge's redesigned 2003 Viper (to be badged SRT/10). As in the sports car, horsepower checks in 500, torque at 500 lb-ft, enough to shove the burly short-box regular-cab pickup from 0 to 60 mph in under 5 sec, according to Dodge. That's with 6-speed manual transmission, the only one offered. Other features include a slightly modified front end with prominent hood scoop, mammoth 24-inch wheels and tires, and a choice of red or black paint only. No word yet on price or projected sales, but the SRT-10 will surely be a limited edition priced close to its Ford rival.
Further out, Ram 1500s and perhaps certain 2500s are expected to add an optional gas/electric powertrain for 2005, perhaps '06. This combines a 3.9-liter V6 with a three-phase induction motor. Unlike the 4-wheel-drive hybrid option developed for next year's redesigned Dakota pickup and Durango SUV, the Ram system uses its electric motor only to boost acceleration and for interim restarts of the gas engine, which shuts off on coming to a stop to reduce fuel use. Sources say the option will run about $5000 and could account for 10-15 percent of light-duty Ram sales.
Due to hit showrooms in early 2003 is a Dodge "muscle truck" answering Ford's SVT F-150 Lightning. Dubbed SRT-10, it's the first product of a new Chrysler Group unit called Performance Vehicle Operations (PVO), a sort of U.S. equivalent to parent Mercedes' AMG "tuner" division. As previewed at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show, the SRT-10 uses the same 8.3-liter V-10 engine as Dodge's redesigned 2003 Viper (to be badged SRT/10). As in the sports car, horsepower checks in 500, torque at 500 lb-ft, enough to shove the burly short-box regular-cab pickup from 0 to 60 mph in under 5 sec, according to Dodge. That's with 6-speed manual transmission, the only one offered. Other features include a slightly modified front end with prominent hood scoop, mammoth 24-inch wheels and tires, and a choice of red or black paint only. No word yet on price or projected sales, but the SRT-10 will surely be a limited edition priced close to its Ford rival.
Further out, Ram 1500s and perhaps certain 2500s are expected to add an optional gas/electric powertrain for 2005, perhaps '06. This combines a 3.9-liter V6 with a three-phase induction motor. Unlike the 4-wheel-drive hybrid option developed for next year's redesigned Dakota pickup and Durango SUV, the Ram system uses its electric motor only to boost acceleration and for interim restarts of the gas engine, which shuts off on coming to a stop to reduce fuel use. Sources say the option will run about $5000 and could account for 10-15 percent of light-duty Ram sales.
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Instruments/controls | Fuel economy |
| Trailer-towing capability | Ride |
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Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
V6 labors, particularly when passing or climbing hills. The 4.7 V8 has ample power, but only the 5.9 feels really strong in these heavy trucks. Test 2wd regular-cab with 4.7 and manual transmission did 0-60 mph in 8.8 sec. Maximum towing capacity is 3800 lb with the V6, 7750 with the 4.7 V8, and 8650 with the 5.9.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4.6 |
V6 labors, particularly when passing or climbing hills. The 4.7 V8 has ample power, but only the 5.9 feels really strong in these heavy trucks. Test 2wd regular-cab with 4.7 and manual transmission did 0-60 mph in 8.8 sec. Maximum towing capacity is 3800 lb with the V6, 7750 with the 4.7 V8, and 8650 with the 5.9.
Fuel Economy
Test SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD with the 5.9 averaged just 11.9 mpg. With 4.7 V8, test 4WD automatic-transmission Quad Cab averaged 12.6 mpg and with 2WD and manual, regular cab averaged 14.1. Expect the overworked V6 to return no more than 15-16 in daily driving. All engines use regular-grade fuel.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2.1 |
Test SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD with the 5.9 averaged just 11.9 mpg. With 4.7 V8, test 4WD automatic-transmission Quad Cab averaged 12.6 mpg and with 2WD and manual, regular cab averaged 14.1. Expect the overworked V6 to return no more than 15-16 in daily driving. All engines use regular-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
No full-size pickup rides really smoothly, but Ram with 17-inch wheels is among best in class despite mild bounding over big dips and crests and some vertical jiggle on bumpy pavement. Sport package's 20-inch wheels turn ride uncomfortably busy, with abrupt vertical motions over even slightly rippled surfaces. Try before you buy.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3.5 |
No full-size pickup rides really smoothly, but Ram with 17-inch wheels is among best in class despite mild bounding over big dips and crests and some vertical jiggle on bumpy pavement. Sport package's 20-inch wheels turn ride uncomfortably busy, with abrupt vertical motions over even slightly rippled surfaces. Try before you buy.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Good for a full-size pickup. Body lean fairly well controlled. Grip adequate. New rack-and-pinion steering pays dividends in precise road feel. Standard 4-wheel disc brakes furnish more-than-ample stopping power in routine use, though some testers complain of poor pedal modulation. And Dodge should follow Ford and GM with standard instead of optional 4-wheel ABS.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.1 |
Good for a full-size pickup. Body lean fairly well controlled. Grip adequate. New rack-and-pinion steering pays dividends in precise road feel. Standard 4-wheel disc brakes furnish more-than-ample stopping power in routine use, though some testers complain of poor pedal modulation. And Dodge should follow Ford and GM with standard instead of optional 4-wheel ABS.
Quietness
Cabin impressively hushed for a truck, but Ram does suffer highway wind noise. Tire noise modest. V6 is raucous when worked hard, which it often needs to be. V8s emit a muted rumble in cruising, a pleasing roar in hard acceleration.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.3 |
Cabin impressively hushed for a truck, but Ram does suffer highway wind noise. Tire noise modest. V6 is raucous when worked hard, which it often needs to be. V8s emit a muted rumble in cruising, a pleasing roar in hard acceleration.
Controls
Simple layout, clear and mostly handy, though climate and audio controls are a reach for the driver. New 4WD dashboard controls similarly distant, but more convenient than standard floor lever. High nose hides nearby objects from driver, hampering sense of control in tight spaces. Dashtop vents cast distracting windshield reflections. Cabin decor ranges from rubber floor covering and vinyl seats to carpeting and leather/suede seats; materials quality competitive with domestic rivals. Test models were rattle-free.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6.7 |
Simple layout, clear and mostly handy, though climate and audio controls are a reach for the driver. New 4WD dashboard controls similarly distant, but more convenient than standard floor lever. High nose hides nearby objects from driver, hampering sense of control in tight spaces. Dashtop vents cast distracting windshield reflections. Cabin decor ranges from rubber floor covering and vinyl seats to carpeting and leather/suede seats; materials quality competitive with domestic rivals. Test models were rattle-free.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Spacious even for tall adults, though center floor hump protrudes into passenger foot room, and the lankiest would be better served by more seat travel in regular cabs. Seat itself is fairly comfortable, but too flat for ideal support. Power adjustable pedals improve comfort and help shorter drivers position a safe distance from steering-wheel airbag. Doors are heavy, and 4x4s have extremely high step-up.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8.5 |
Spacious even for tall adults, though center floor hump protrudes into passenger foot room, and the lankiest would be better served by more seat travel in regular cabs. Seat itself is fairly comfortable, but too flat for ideal support. Power adjustable pedals improve comfort and help shorter drivers position a safe distance from steering-wheel airbag. Doors are heavy, and 4x4s have extremely high step-up.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Quad Cab has good head room but can cramp legs if front seats are more than half-way back. Backrest more-reclined than in Ford and GM rivals and thus more comfortable--and Toyota doesn't offer a crew cab. Cabin wide enough for three, though floor hump limits center rider's foot clearance. Larger rear doors would help entry/exit.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 4.4 |
Quad Cab has good head room but can cramp legs if front seats are more than half-way back. Backrest more-reclined than in Ford and GM rivals and thus more comfortable--and Toyota doesn't offer a crew cab. Cabin wide enough for three, though floor hump limits center rider's foot clearance. Larger rear doors would help entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Generous storage behind regular-cab seat--standard plastic storage tray holds a row of tall buckets. Quad Cab rear seat cushions fold to expose storage bins or handy available fold-out steel load floor.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Generous storage behind regular-cab seat--standard plastic storage tray holds a row of tall buckets. Quad Cab rear seat cushions fold to expose storage bins or handy available fold-out steel load floor.
Value within Class
The previous Ram was a sound design made popular by "big-rig" styling. The '02 is better in every way, with body styles and equipment to meet most needs. Dodge's latest merits attention from every full-size pickup shopper.
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 6 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 6.7 |
The previous Ram was a sound design made popular by "big-rig" styling. The '02 is better in every way, with body styles and equipment to meet most needs. Dodge's latest merits attention from every full-size pickup shopper.
Total Score
| ST reg cab 2WD, V6 man. | SLT Plus reg cab 2WD w/ Sport pkg, 4.7 man. | SLT Quad Cab 4WD, 4.7 V8 auto. | SLT Plus Quad Cab 4WD w/Sport pkg., 5.9 V8 | Class Average |
| 38 | 37 | 50 | 49 | 48.9 |
Scores for all Large Pickup Trucks
| Low Score | 35 | |
| Average Score | 48 | |
| High Score | 61 |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 05/29/2002
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| 2WD ST regular cab, short bed | $17,620 | $15,733 | $740 |
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| 2WD ST regular cab, long bed | $17,905 | $15,978 | $740 |
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| 4WD ST regular cab, short bed | $21,880 | $19,447 | $740 |
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| 4WD ST regular cab, long bed | $22,220 | $19,739 | $740 |
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| 2WD ST Quad Cab extended cab, short bed | $22,710 | $20,161 | $740 |
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| 2WD ST Quad Cab extended cab, long bed | $22,990 | $20,401 | $740 |
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| 4WD ST Quad Cab extended cab, short bed | $25,910 | $22,938 | $740 |
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| 4WD ST Quad Cab extended cab, long bed | $26,240 | $23,221 | $740 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
ST regular cab
Powertrain
3.7-liter V6 engine, 5-speed manual transmission.
Safety
4-wheel disc brakes, rear antilock brakes, dual front airbags.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, power steering, vinyl upholstery, split bench seat, cupholders, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, cargo-box light, variable-intermittent wipers, black vinyl floor covering.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Bright front and rear bumpers.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Full-size spare tire, P245/70R17 tires, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 4.7-liter V8 engine.
ST Quad Cab adds to ST regular cab:
Powertrain
4.7-liter V8 engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Folding rear seat, front-hinged rear doors.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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SLT Quick Order Pkg. 23/24/26G
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2WD regular cab
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$2,590
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$2,279
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4WD regular cab
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$2,340
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$2,059
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2WD Quad Cab
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$2,390
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$2,103
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4WD Quad Cab
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$2,260
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$1,989
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Heated power mirrors, power windows and door locks, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, overhead console, trip computer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, passenger-side visor mirror, rear cab storage (regular cab), glovebox light, carpeting, floormats, bodyside moldings, bright grille, P265/70R17 tires, chrome steel wheels. 2WD regular cab requires 4.7-liter or 5.9-liter V8 engine.
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SLT Plus Quick Order Pkg. 26H
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2WD regular cab
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$6,720
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$5,914
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4WD regular cab
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$6,620
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$5,826
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2WD Quad Cab
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$6,805
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$5,988
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4WD Quad Cab
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$7,085
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$6,235
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SLT Quick Order Pkg. plus front and rear antilock brakes, electric part-time 4-wheel drive transfer case (4WD), dual-zone manual climate controls, power adjustable pedals, leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, 8-way power passenger seat (Quad Cab), remote keyless entry, Infinity AM/FM/CD player, steering-wheel radio controls, woodgrain interior trim, sliding rear window, theft-deterrent system w/alarm, fog lights, unique grille, skid plates (4WD), P265/70R17 white-letter tires, alloy wheels. Requires 5.9-liter V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission.
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Image Group
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regular cab
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$3,210
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$2,825
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Quad Cab
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$3,310
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$2,913
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Limited-slip differential, premium cloth upholstery, 8-way power driver seat, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, sliding rear window, theft-deterrent system w/alarm, fog lights, P275/55R20 tires (2WD), P275/55R20 on/off-road tires (4WD), alloy wheels. Requires SLT Quick Order Pkg. 4WD Quad Cab requires 5.9-liter V8 engine. NA long bed. NA w/Sport Appearance Group.
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AGG Sport Appearance Group
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$470
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$414
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w/SLT Plus
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$170
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$150
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Color-keyed bumpers and grille, fog lights, painted alloy wheels.
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AGX Sport Appearance Group
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$1,610
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$1,417
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w/SLT Plus Pkg.
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$1,185
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$1,043
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AGG Sport Appearance Group plus P275/55R20 tires (2WD), P275/55R20 on/off-road tires (4WD), cast alloy wheels. NA long bed.
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Security Group
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$415
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$365
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Remote keyless entry, theft-deterrent system w/alarm. Requires SLT Quick Order Pkg.
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AJK Convenience Group
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$390
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$343
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Tilt steering wheel, cruise control.
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Trailer Tow Group
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automatic transmission
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$465
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$409
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manual transmission
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$335
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$295
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Class IV trailer-hitch receiver, 7-wire trailer harness, adapter plug, heavy-duty engine cooling and battery, transmission-oil cooler (automatic).
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Powertrain |
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4.7-liter V8 engine
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2WD regular cab
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$590
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$519
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5.9-liter V8 engine
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2WD regular cab
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$1,185
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$1,043
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4WD regular cab, Quad Cab
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$595
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$524
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Requires 4-speed automatic transmission.
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4-speed automatic transmission
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$975
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$858
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Limited-slip differential
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$285
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$251
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Optional axle ratio
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$50
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$44
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Safety |
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Curtain side airbags
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regular cab
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$390
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$343
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Quad Cab
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$490
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$431
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Front and rear antilock brakes
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$495
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$436
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Power adjustable pedals
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$120
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$106
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Requires SLT Pkg. or SLT Plus Pkg.
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Remote keyless entry
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$190
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$167
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Cloth split bench seat
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$110
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$97
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Premium cloth split bench seat
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$405
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$350
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Includes 8-way power driver seat, center-cushion storage.
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Leather upholstery
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Quad Cab w/SLT Pkg.
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$1,380
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$1,214
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Includes center-cushion storage, split folding rear seat. NA w/Image Group.
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AM/FM/CD player
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$125
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$110
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w/Image Group (credit)
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$-100
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$-88
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Infinity AM/FM/cassette/CD player
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$875
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$770
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w/Image Group
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$100
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$88
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Infinity sound system
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$650
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$572
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Steering-wheel radio controls
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$75
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$66
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Carpeting
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$130
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$114
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Includes floormats.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Fog lights
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$140
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$123
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Trailer-tow mirrors
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$100
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$88
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Power trailer-tow mirrors
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$80
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$70
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Requires Quick Order Pkg.
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Sliding rear window
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$140
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$123
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Bedliner
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$245
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$165
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Two-tone paint
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$225
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$198
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Front hood protector
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$90
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$63
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Engine block heater
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$90
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$79
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Protection Group
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4WD
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$90
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$79
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Skid plates.
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Chrome steel wheels
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$300
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$264
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Painted alloy wheels
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w/SLT Pkg.
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$100
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$88
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Cast alloy wheels
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regular cab short bed
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$900
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$792
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regular cab short bed w/AGG Sport Appearance Group
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$800
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$704
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regular cab short bed w/SLT Plus Pkg.
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$675
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$594
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P245/70R17 on/off-road tires
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4WD
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$125
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$110
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P265/70R17 tires
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ST Quad Cab, ST regular cab
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$150
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$132
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P265/70R17 white-letter tires
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W/SLT Pkg.
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$125
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$110
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P265/70R17 on/off-road white-letter tires
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4WD w/SLT Pkg.
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$250
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$220
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4WD w/SLT Plus Pkg.
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$125
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$110
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LT275/70R17 all-terrain white-letter tires
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4WD w/SLT Pkg.
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$425
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$374
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4WD w/SLT Plus Pkg.
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$300
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$264
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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Dodge Ram 1500 reg. cab short bed | Dodge Ram 1500 reg. cab long bed | Dodge Ram 1500 crew cab short bed | Dodge Ram 1500 crew cab long bed |
| Wheelbase, in. | 120.5 | 140.5 | 140.5 | 160.5 |
| Overall Length, in. | 207.7 | 229.7 | 227.7 | 249.7 |
| Overall Width, in. | 79.9 | 79.9 | 79.9 | 79.9 |
| Overall Height, in. | 74.4 | 74.1 | 74.7 | 74.5 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4499 | 4700 | 4884 | 5082 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | 1850 | 1850 | 1770 | 1570 |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 26.0 | 35.0 | 26.0 | 35.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 3 | 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.9 | 40.9 | 40.8 | 40.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.0 | 41.0 | 41.0 | 41.0 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | -- | -- | 40.0 | 40.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | -- | -- | 36.4 | 36.4 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V6 | sohc V8 | ohv V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.7 /226 | 4.7 /287 | 5.9 /360 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 215 @ 5200 | 235 @ 4800 | 245 @ 4000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 235 @ 4000 | 295 @ 3200 | 335 @ 3200 |
| Availability | Standard | Optional | Optional |
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| 5-speed manual | 15/21 | 14/19 | --/-- |
| 4-speed automatic | 15/20 | 13/19 | 12/18 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Dodge Ram 1500 reg. cab short bed | Dodge Ram 1500 reg. cab long bed | Dodge Ram 1500 crew cab short bed | Dodge Ram 1500 crew cab long bed |
| Front Impact, Driver | NA | NA | 4 | NA |
| Front Impact, Passenger | NA | NA | 5 | NA |
| Rollover Resistance | NA | NA | 3 | NA |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 7/70,000 | $100 deductible per visit. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance |