2017 Ram 1500 Overview
Canada's Most Fuel-Efficient Full Size Pick-Up
The Ram has been in production since 1981, and the 2017 Ram 1500 is Canada's most fuel efficient full-size truck. With this truck, Dodge offers the only half-ton pickup in the industry with an available diesel engine. The Ram 1500 has a starting MSRP of $28,645 and offers eleven models to choose from, as well as a host of customization options. Come see the 2017 Dodge 1500 today at Eastside Dodge.
From Diesel to Hemi®
The 2017 Dodge 1500 offers three different engines in four variations. The 3.0L EcoDiesel® V6 is the only diesel engine in the truck class, creating 240 horsepower and 420 ft.-lb. of torque. It offers best-in- class fuel economy with a fuel efficiency rating as low as 8.0 L/100km on the highway and is mated with a TorqueFlite® 8-speed automatic transmission. Wards® has named it one of their 10 Best Engines 3 years in a row. The 3.6L Pentastar® VVT V6 and is Canada's Best-Selling Engine generating 305 horsepower and 269 ft.-lb. of torque. The largest and most powerful is the 5.7L HEMI® V8; Canada's Best-Selling V8 engine. It produces 395 horsepower and 410 ft.-lb. of torque and is able to intelligently switch from 8 cylinders to 4 cylinders to save on fuel.
More Safety Features Than Ever
The Ram 1500 has a host of safety features to keep its occupants safe. The available ParkView® rear back-up camera is activated when the truck is placed in reverse. The pre-emptive seatbelt pretensioners safety feature automatically tightens seatbelts during a collision to ensure the person is held in place. Stability control senses when the handling limits have been exceeded is able to lower the speed and adjust braking so the vehicle remains stable.
Immediately Recognizable
The well-known Ram style is unmistakable. A strong, brawny stance is a nod to history with the signature crosshair grille available in a variety of textures and finishes. The body has been sculpted to maximize aerodynamics. Owners can choose from 17-, 20- and 22-inch wheels in a variety of styles. The Ram is the first truck to win an award for interior design and the 2017 continues to show why. The 7-inch vehicle data display is fully customizable so everything is perfect for you. Located in the centre armrest story bin is the media hub which has a USB port and an auxiliary input jack. The available Alpine® Premium audio system features 10 speakers for a truly amazing sound experience.
Always Connected
You can take advantage of hands-free communication with Bluetooth® streaming audio on select Uconnect® multimedia centres allowing you to control all your entertainment by voice. The largest-in- class 8.4-inch touchscreen is Siri® Eyes Free compatible and fully customizable. The available park-sense front and rear park assist system helps the driver navigate those tight spaces, and the available reverse camera ensures a full view of what's behind the vehicle.
Find Your 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 at Eastside Dodge
The Ram 1500 is a crucial part of the heralded and multi-award winning Ram family. There is a reason it is Canada's favourite truck and continues to outperform every competitor it faces. Come see the 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 today at Eastside Dodge. We are located at 815 36 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, or call our expert Sales Staff at (403) 273-4313.