2023 Ram 1500

Kurt Niebuhr, with Edmunds wrote...The Ram 1500 offers uncommonly smooth driving manners because of its distinct rear suspension design. You also get unique upscale interior highlighted by the optional 12-inch touchscreen display. The V6 and V8 engines are both solid choices. The Ram 1500 has been one of our highest-rated full-size pickup trucks for the past decade or so. The reasons why are many but include an upscale interior, a surprisingly comfortable ride quality and, of course, the utility you might expect from a large pickup truck. And much like other full-size trucks, the Ram 1500 is available in a bewildering array configurations and can be dressed up or dressed down to suit the needs of its buyer. One reason we're such big fans of the Ram 1500 is that we bought one and lived with it for two years and more than 35,000 miles. The 2019 Ram 1500 proved comfortable, capable and trouble-free. Our test truck had the V8 engine and the eight-speed transmission. They work so well together that we could recommend this truck on that basis alone. It's strong and it's easy to drive in just about every situation. The Ram 1500 is a smart and civilized truck that doesn't drive like anything else in its class. Much of that is attributable to its independent rear suspension, which makes it pleasing to drive and gives it an uncommonly smooth ride. Once known for big-rig styling, the Ram 1500 is now more stylish and aerodynamic. It doesn't hit you over the head with a tough-truck theme. This aesthetic carries over inside, where the Ram impresses with a handsome look that is logically laid out and oozes quality. This entry-level Ram 1500 Tradesman includes...18-inch steel wheels, Automatic headlights, Heated and power-adjustable exterior mirrors, Power windows and door locks, Remote keyless entry, Cruise control, a Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, air conditioning, the 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity and Trailer sway damping