2020 RAM 1500

There are a total of seven trims available in the 2020 Ram 1500 lineup. Of which, the Crew Cab body style comes in six variants. These are Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Rebel, Longhorn, and Limited. All the variants are equipped with the same hybrid 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 305 hp and 269 lb.-ft. torque. There’s another 5.7-liter Hemi V8 which makes 395 hp and 410 lb.-ft. torque. The latter lets you decide if you want it with or without the hybrid system. All variants are also available as rear-wheel drives or all-wheel drives, but the Big Horn has only an all-wheel drivetrain.

The trim levels stretch far and wide in terms of features. You can get an old-school work truck when going for the Tradesman. The Rebel is a pure off-roader, with self-locking differentials and hill descent control, making it able to conquer any terrain. The Laramie and Longhorn stand in the middle of the spectrum, providing decent cargo-hauling capacity as well as a few creature comforts. The Limited sits as the king of the hill, transforming the insides of the truck like that of a luxury sedan.

Trim	Tradesman	Big Horn	Laramie	Rebel	Longhorn	Limited
MSRP RWD	$34,695	N/A	$42,740	$44,240	$50,640	$53,415
MSRP AWD	$38,195	$42,540	$46,240	$47,740	$54,140	$56,915
Key Features	Vinyl flooring	Carpet floor	Heated steering wheel	Exclusive off-road tires	Spray-in Bedliner	Adjustable air suspension
	Vinyl upholstery	Cloth upholstery	Leather upholstery	Front tow hooks	Chrome side steps	Chrome exterior trim
	Uconnect infotainment system	Uconnect infotainment system	Keyless entry	Skid plates	Power tailgate release	Blind-spot monitoring
	5-inch touchscreen	8.4-inch touchscreen	Android Auto and Apple CarPlay	Fortified shocks	Automatic high beams	Trailer sway control
	Automatic headlights	Off-road underbody protection	Cruise control	Hill descent control	Automatic wipers	Rearview camera

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The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab brings a lot to the table. Of all the things that this Ram has to offer, the Rebel appears to be the most sensible choice. It is a workhorse that can be plenty of fun along dirt roads. Paired with some select features, the Crew Cab Rebel is every bit of a playful work truck with impressive cargo capacity and luxury.

Besides all the several trim levels, the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab also offers two engine options. One a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and another a 5.7-liter Hemi V8. The former makes 305 hp and 269 lb.-ft. torque. While the latter cranks out 395 hp and 410 lb.-ft. torque.

Interestingly, both engines are aided by a 48-volt electrical system that behaves more as a propulsion assist rather than a true hybrid. It comes as standard across the range on the lesser 3.6-liter V6. On the more powerful 5.7-liter V8, that hybrid system remains optional. Also standard on both the engine options is an 8-speed automatic transmission that drives either the rear or all the wheels of the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab.

Models	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
MSRP	$34,695	$34,600	$35,900	$35,035
Engine	3.6-liter V6 regular	4.3-liter V6 regular	4.3-liter V6 regular	3.3-liter V6 regular
Transmission	8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual	6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual	6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual	6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
Horsepower	305 hp @ 6,400 rpm	285 hp @ 5,300 rpm	285 hp @ 5,300 rpm	290 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque	269 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm	305 lb.-ft. @ 3,900 rpm	305 lb.-ft. @ 3,900 rpm	265 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm

Even though most pickups in this segment get bigger engines, the Ram 1500 powertrain makes most power on paper. But anyone with experience in trucks would know that it is the torque that counts. While Ram 1500 offers more than enough of it, the increased figures give a clear advantage to the Chevy and GMC. Still, the awesome 8-speed automatic transmission and e-hybrid system ensure a smooth power delivery, so you never feel out of revs even when encountering steep climbs.

How fast is the Ram 1500 Crew Cab?

As a competent light-weight pick-up, the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab has not yet been tested for acceleration. Although as is expected of any V6 or V8 engine, that generate as much power as they do, this Crew Cab does accelerate swiftly. The automatic transmission shifts smoothly too to deliver the right amount of power at the right time.

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab is the heaviest of the lot. To counter its weight, it also has the most powerful engine. The accelerator is smooth to operate and you can actually get quite a few thrills blitzing across dirt trails. Don't expect a breakneck push when going full throttle. The Ram 1500 Crew Cab is subtle and smooth when on the tarmac.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
0-60 MPH	6.6 sec	7.1 sec	6.2 sec	7.2 sec
Quarter Mile	14.7 sec	15.3 sec	14.0 sec	13.7 sec
Engine	3.6L	4.3L	4.3L	3.3L
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr)	8.0	10.4	10.4	8.0

The Ram 1500 would perform quite well in a drag race of all the popular crew cabs in the United States. It won't cross the finish line first. That would be the GMC Sierra on the account of its lighter chassis. A 0-60 time of 6.6 seconds is quite respectable for a pickup, but it is still not enough to ace the Sierra. The Ford F-150 and the Silverado follow the Ram closely behind.

What about the brakes on the Ram 1500 Crew Cab?

Officials are yet to determine how quickly the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab manages to stop under panic braking. But it is without a doubt that the brakes are strong and deliver the right amount of feedback to stop this pickup on the drop of a dime. At city speeds, the truck is well capable of coming to a halt during panic stops. The travel and bite is just right to let even novice drivers have a bit of confidence and pick up some speed on the freeway.

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab gets relatively smaller rotors in comparison to the Chevy Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 despite the fact that it is much heavier than both. This can affect the Ram 1500 Crew Cab's braking ability. Regardless, the 2019 version was one of the best pickups as far as braking was concerned. We can expect the same this year as well.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab*	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
Brake Front (in.)	14.9	15.6	15.6	13.8
Brake Rear (in.)	14.8	10.9	10.9	13.7
Curb Weight (lbs.)	5160	4920	4950	4069
60-0 MPH (ft.)	125	129	130	137

*information based on trim tested in 2019.

How well does it ride and handle?

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab’s riding dynamics are supported by standard coil spring suspensions at the rear, while all other competitors mostly sport the traditional leaf-spring suspension setup. One can also have them swapped for air suspensions which are optional.

The optional air-spring suspensions let the rider adjust the ride height accordingly too. This helps improve the Crew Cab’s off-road abilities while making them more fuel-efficient at the same time.

The steering is light and the wheels respond well to the slightest flicks. This makes the driver feel relaxed and inspires confidence while making swift maneuvers. Although, this light-weight pick-up is not meant to take on curves. Courtesy of its sheer weight and size.

How useful is the Ram 1500 Crew Cab?

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab can tow a minimum of 6,250 pounds. It may not sound too impressive, but equip this Crew Cab with the right components and it offers a maximum towing capacity of 11,500 pounds which is more than all other pickups in this segment except the Ford F-150.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
Engine	3.6L	4.3L	4.3L	3.3L
Drive Train	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Capacity (lbs)	6250	7700	7500	7700

Low torque certainly hurts the Ram 1500 more in terms of towing. The Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and the Ford F-150 Supercrew Cab are the leaders of the towing game, followed by the GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab.

The payload capacity of the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab also impresses a lot. It varies between 1,670 pounds to 2,320 pounds. It’s not class-leading by any means, but we’ll let that slide considering its remarkable towing capacity.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
Capacity (lbs)	1670	2040	2010	1990

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab's payload capacity is a bit compromised as compared to the rest of the pickups in this segment. A downside of its otherwise luxurious interior.

The naturally aspirated V6 and V8 engines of the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab aren’t as thirsty as one might think. Thanks to their hybrid 48-volt system which is optional on the V8 Hemi though. Consequently, the Crew Cab’s engines offer varying fuel economies.

The most economical is obviously the V6 hybrid setup. Officials claim an estimated EPA rating of 20 miles per gallon in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The other V8 engine returns an average of 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
MPG (city)	20	16	16	20
MPG (highway)	25	21	21	25
MPG (combined)	22	17	17	22
Fuel tank capacity (gallons)	23.0	24.0	24.0	26.0
Range (city/highway) (miles)	437/552	384/504	384/504	494/650

The Ram 1500 Crew Cab benefits greatly from its hybrid powertrain. Consequently, it has the most fuel-efficient engine. Ford uses a smaller 3.3L variant of the same V6. Still, it does not exceed the Ram's mpg figures due to the lack of a hybrid powertrain. The bigger V6 engines on the Silverado and Sierra might offer better torque, which is why they fall behind in fuel economy.

All Ram 1500 models are known to be the luxury cars of the pickup truck segment. The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab lives up to that image. The front-hinged doors of the Crew Cab open to treat the front passengers and the driver with extremely comfortable seats even in the base models. While most Rams are equipped with massive bucket seats and a configurable center console, there’s also the availability of a three-seat bench.

As for the second row, there is so much space that the rear seats can be slid forward or backward to comfortably accommodate passengers. In fact, the backrest can also be adjusted. This is something limited only to this pickup. No other truck offers such a feature.

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab is so well equipped and luxurious that its mid-tier trim manages to outcompete even the top-tier trim of many rivals. While higher trims wrap the interior in premium leather and wood accents, and even equip features like heated and ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof and an even bigger 12-inch touchscreen. Clearly, the inside of this Ram 1500 is one of the most functional places to be in.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
Passenger capacity	6	6	6	6
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	40.9/66.0/40.9	43.0/66.0/44.5	43.0/66.0/44.5	40.8/66.7/43.9
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.8/65.7/45.2	40.1/65.2/43.4	40.1/66.2/43.4	40.4/65.9/43.6

When it comes to comfort for passengers. the Chevy Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 offer most spacious cabins.

Does it come loaded with tech on the inside?

Modern day pickups are not like traditional pickups. They do not solely focus on utility and performance. The new Ram 1500 is no different. It features the fourth-gen Uconnect system and largest-in-class 12.0-inch touchscreen as standard. Features include:

• Bluetooth connection
• Auxiliary audio input
• MP3 player
• Apple CarPlay

Creature comforts on offer on the Ram 1500 Crew Cab

Ram has made the 1500 Crew Cab as user friendly as possible. The different features to ensure occupant comfort includes:

• Power mirrors
• A/C
• Cruise control
• Keyless entry
• Keyless start

The Ram 1500 Crew Cab is the heaviest of all other light-weight pickup trucks in this segment. It does lose some of its big rig swaggers since its redesign in 2019 though. Some twenty-five years ago, Dodge completely altered truck designs with the low headlight and tall grille of the Ram. Now, all these years later, the modern-day big-rig Ram looks a lot soberer and tranquil.

The base Tradesman variant impresses with its work-oriented features. But on the higher trims, there’s a generous use of chrome and fancy LED all around. Overall, the present-day Ram 1500 models look a lot sleeker regardless of what variant you consider. The Limited gets you the most eye candy in addition to exclusive paint jobs.

Model	Ram 1500 Crew Cab	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab	GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab	Ford F-150 SuperCrew Cab Styleside
Curb weight (lbs.)	5160	4920	4950	4069
Length(in)	241.8	241.2	231.7	231.9
Width(in)	82.1	81.2	81.2	79.9
Height(in)	77.4	75.3	75.5	75.6
Ground clearance (in)	8.1	8.1	8.1	8.5
Wheelbase (in)	153.5	156.9	147.4	145.0

The Ram 1500 Crew Cab is the heaviest in this lineup of pickup trucks. However, it's the GMC Sierra 1500 that has the longest wheelbase. This grants both of them quite a lot of space for the bed to store in more cargo. However, the Ram 1500 handles much better thanks to its adjustable suspension and better weight distribution.

What are those eye-catching features?

The several design elements that make the Ram 1500 Crew Cab one heck of a looker are:

• Large imposing grille
• Embossed Ram logo
• Aerodynamic design
• 22-inch painted/polished aluminum wheels
• New aluminum tailgate
• Integrated spoiler

Both the NHTSA and IIHS have granted near-perfect scores to the 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab. As part of its redesign, the crumple zone placement has been optimized to make the cabin secure from even the direst of situations. Airbags have been amply placed and are capable of absorbing most of the momentum safely from the passengers.

There are quite a lot of features to ensure the safety of the driver and other people riding along. These features include:

• Six airbags
• Rearview camera
• Electronic Stability control with Roll Stability Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Anti-lock brakes
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Driveline Traction Control

Several packages add in a lot more advanced driver aids like Advanced Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Blind Spot Monitoring as well. With all this tech in place, you can pretty much never put the strength of the chassis to the test.

Ram 1500 Crew Cab vs. GMC Sierra 1500

The Sierra offers a much powerful engine. However, the Ram 1500 Crew Cab is a much better overall package. It offers more second row space. The hybrid engine is more fuel efficient, and it also has an optional V8 engine. The Sierra on the other hand is more expensive than the Ram 1500 Crew Cab.

Ram 1500 Crew Cab vs. Ford F-150

The Ram 1500 Crew Cab is considerably cheaper than the Ford F-150. However, there’s a lot more than just MSRP involved while owning a pickup. The Ram is just as fuel efficient, so it means less stops on the road. It also offers more space for passengers. Also the Ram 1500 Crew Cab with its hybrid engine is a much wiser choice overall.

The 2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab is the most ideal choice of all other pickups in this segment. It just impresses everyone with its practicality and utility. It offers competitive towing and payload capacity, and also has the most fuel-efficient engine. The interior is a whole league apart. Also the variants have been priced to be as pocket friendly as possible, though you need some serious bankroll to afford the top-level trims.