
PERFORMANCE CONTINUED
• New HFE model is available with either the 3.6L Pentastar
TM
VVT
V6 and TorqueFlite
TM
8 eight-speed automatic transmission or
with the 5.7L HEMI
®
V8 and TorqueFlite
TM
8 eight-speed automatic
transmission (late availability), and includes several fuel
efficiency features such as:
−Stop/Start Technology with intelligent battery charging
−Electric power steering
−Active grille shutter (closes off airflow to engine compartment
when not required)
−Engine Stop/Start Technology reduces idling to conserve
gasoline
−Interactive deceleration fuel shutoff (iDFSO) deactivates the
fuel injectors during deceleration
−Engine and transmission thermal management systems for
improved warm-up
−Pulse width modulation for “on-demand” regulated fuel pump
−Air dams and Tonneau cover (improves aerodynamics)
−Weight reductions such as light weight steel wheels and
aluminum hood
• Electronic Range Select helps carry heavy loads with confidence
• Tow/Haul Mode “Overdrive off” switch located in the centre stack
of the instrument panel changes transmission shift schedule to
better suit towing and hauling (6-speed transmission only)
• Exceptional aerodynamic performance contributes to fuel
efficiency and quiet ride
• Available tow hooks
• Available integrated trailer brake controller
• Standard 4-pin connector and 7-pin wiring harness
• Available Class IV receiver hitch
• First Ram 1500 models to offer 4x4 with V6 engine
• Choice of two 4WD systems: On-Demand or Part-Time
• Heavy-duty cooling and auxiliary transmission cooler
• Available ParkView
®
Rear Back-Up Camera eases trailer
hitch hookup
• Heavy-duty front and rear shocks and front stabilizer bar on
all models
• Choice of four rear axle ratios (3.21, 3.55, 3.92, 4.10) provides
a range of performance capabilities
• Limited-slip differential is available on all axles and enhances
traction without sacrificing fuel economy
• Electric power steering optimizes steering feel and precision
and only draws power from the vehicle when required, resulting
in fuel savings
• Improved torque converter hardware and control for lower
lockup speeds
STYLING
• Exterior Appearance Group for Tradesman is available, featuring
fog lamps, chrome bumpers, chrome surround with Black Hex-Link
grille, matte black upper fascia and 17-inch cast aluminum wheels
• New exterior appointments include larger grille (and four distinct
grille insert textures), front fascia, bumper design, wheel designs,
detailed surfacing and richer finishes throughout the face and rims
• Cabin enhancements include a quieter interior thanks to improved
design, sealing and sound-deadening acoustic applications and
materials; a more harmonious layout of controls and lighting (LED
lights in some models); enhanced storage; updated door panels,
instrument panel and colours; richer materials used throughout,
including more leather surfacing on vehicles equipped with
leather seating
• Huge emphasis on aerodynamics, including:
−Segment-exclusive available active grille shutters opens/closes
front intake depending on need and maximizes performance
and efficiency
−Extended, larger flexible front air dam
−Available tonneau cover
−Optional wheel-to-wheel tubular side step
−Aero-optimized front corners
−Aero-shaped rearview mirrors
−Optimized taillamps
• 12 available models:
−Laramie Longhorn — available in Crew Cab
−Laramie — available in Quad and Crew Cabs
−Sport — available in Quad and Crew Cabs
−R/T — available in Regular 4x2
−Big Horn — available in Quad and Crew Cabs
−Outdoorsman — available in Quad and Crew Cabs
−SLT — available in Regular, Quad and Crew Cabs
−HFE — available in Regular Cab
−Express — available in Regular Cabs
− Tradesman — available in Regular Cabs
− SXT — available in Regular, Quad and Crew Cabs
− ST — available in Regular, Quad and Crew Cabs
• Available factory dual exhaust (a segment-exclusive),
dramatically styled into the full wraparound rear bumper and
offers two variations of exhaust notes (on select models with
the HEMI
®
V8)
• New lineup of 17" and 20" wheels (plus carryover 22" wheels)
for a fresh, distinctive look with new lightweight steel wheel
(approximately four pounds lighter) with deeper offset design,
which contributes to overall weight reduction
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