2018 RAM 1500 Laramie review: First Look!

[@josemanuel5749]

So Australia is getting the previous generation RAM?

[@samkitto010]

The new one will be here shortly. The USA is still manufacturing the old style alongside the new as alot of buyers prefer the traditional styling.

[@arnemaeschaelck5012]

I didn't even know Australia got the hemi? I thought they all only got the special more powerful diesels… Europe got the 2019 model somewhere mid 2018 for pre order but I think they're in most showrooms now and they only have the pentastar V6, hemi V8 or ecodiesel V6 1500's, (new) 2500's require a special license and it's just not worth it to drive one, but can be ordered I believe. but the hemi V8 is by far the most popular one over here in Europe! I freaking love them!!

[@yoyoyoyoyoyodbdidbejdbdnd7814]

Arne Maeschaelck they don’t get special more powerful ones lol we do they get the smaller engine versions of what we have

[@arnemaeschaelck5012]

Yoyoyoyoyoyo Dbdidbejdbdnd I meant compared to the EcoDiesel. I thought they didn't have any diesels with a displacement lower than 6 liters, while we (at least Europe) only have the 3.0 V6 diesel. A regular person can't have a Cummins (except if you have a semi license), only tow truck companies etc do. But then again, I thought Australia didn't get the 1500, really believed the 'smallest' one they got was the 2500.

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

Surplus 2018 stock they didn't sell in USA & we pay a premium for it as a 2019 model...& you wonder why no one trusts a car salesman...

[@arnemaeschaelck5012]

love this generation RAM's

[@mfoav8]

1.5 minutes of a 5 minute review is spent talking about how your phone connects to the stereo... How about talking more about the chassis, gearbox, motor and different driving characteristics??

[@kopfjager9431]

Yep, is Nickolic a bullshit reviewer or is he catering to a bullshit audience?

[@virenvs905]

Exactly.

[@yoyoyoyoyoyodbdidbejdbdnd7814]

So my friend owns one of these basically it rides nice takes bumps good gas is good about 15-17 mpg gearbox I believe it’s a 6 speed and the motor could be either those small 3.5 v6 or big 5.7 hemi

[@virenvs905]

@@yoyoyoyoyoyodbdidbejdbdnd7814 I believe it's a ZF 8speed and yes it rides like a dream

[@yoyoyoyoyoyodbdidbejdbdnd7814]

Viren vs what they need to review is a ram 2500 6.4 hemi hellcat engine now that’s one hell of a truck

[@mark7067]

Boy, Australia is getting the old 2018 just as the much improved 2019 arrives. That's tough.

[@bosse641]

I like the older model. It looks more like a truck. I think I would get that and not the new one. It's too posh. Too car-like. I like my trucks utilitarian and simple and rugged.

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

There are multiple interior options on the Ram not just High End features with each model it goes up further in refinement So don't fret there is probably a model you would like.

[@dushyantx]

your'e happy with shit.@@bosse641

[@TyFenwick]

Ram is still building both models the old shape and the new shape side x side in the US due to demand for the old ones.

[@coopsnz1]

New Zealand and Usa don't have 3% stamp duty ' 5%tariffs ' 33% luxury car tax , 10% gst .in America some states have taxes and only 7% gst ' $1000usd gas guzzler tax ' $900usd - $4000usd destination charge

[@robmacey1558]

All good for countries paying what we pay for a litre and getting a gallon. Did they mention fuel consumption

[@arnemaeschaelck5012]

Rob Macey I don't know about Australia, but in Europe there's a €2.500-ish option to get a bifuel system so it can run on either gasoline or autogas, whichever you want (it automatically starts on gasoline until the engine is about 45C (30 - 60 seconds) then switches to autogas and it'll switch back if you run out of autogas (or if you press the button), leaving you with a 95 liter gasoline tank, increasing your range significantly)! Autogas/LPG does contain slightly less energy, so fuel consumption will be 20% higher, but it's like 30€c/l where I live, that's less than USD 2/gallon, even with the lower energy density, so it's even cheaper to run than in the states! You don't notice it at all when it switches to another fuel (except for an audible warning, in case you ran out of autogas), the engine still sounds the same, no power loss at all and autogas burns much cleaner and is better for the environment. You can only get this option with the V8, not the Pentastar, but after like 5.000 km/year (aka everyone), you're already cheaper off + more power and fun!

[@kudadigital5364]

Why the editor didn't mention that this one actually full size pickup... a.k.a 1.5 times bigger than the avg ausies ute

[@justinbussell7637]

But they don't fit in standard car park spaces

[@deet4895]

A Right Hand Drive Ram pick-up? this has to be the weirdest thing I've ever seen.

[@addiejonez]

How is the 4WD system, how does this thing hill Climb, how about tray capacity and cargo pay. I need this for work not DJing

[@Runciedany]

These trucks are basically lifestyle trucks here in America. Talk to Aussies who have already used them as Work trucks and then decide to go for it.

[@MaZEEZaM]

No mention of fuel use 😱

[@djackman4229]

I like it but why always getting rid of the old model?

[@bluecent]

Sorry but I didn’t get the comparison between this as the premium models in the dual cab market. Perhaps there was confusion around price? As someone who will be in the market for a premium dual cab “soon” this is more likely to be 30-40k more expensive at circa $100k. The cheaper variant, is simple that .... cheap.

[@larjkok1184]

David Burt That’s the point, you dickhead. He’s highlighting that the base model of the Ram is comparable to the top spec Ranger etc. But we accept your apology.

[@jaiboye1125]

where was this all filmed, somewhere in nsw judging by the nsw plates

[@larjkok1184]

Jaiboy E What the fuck does it matter?

[@krispykruzer]

Its not a dual cab, its a truck with a dual cab body...people have been mounting goose neck attachments for trailers in the tray area ffs!!!

[@TheBullyBambi]

Looks better than the real MY2018

[@acdc1802]

taken long enough to bring them over all we need now is ford bring the f150 in at a decent price along with chevy and they will sell like hotcakes 100 times better vehicle compared to the ranger, hilux etc...

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

We use to have the F100s when they were ambulances & then they stopped importing them for some reason. Now finally there coming back.

[@clairejames642]

Waiting for gen 5

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

Are you telling me its time to trade in the valiant ...lol

[@superbenandbooks]

80 000$ WOW!!! In Canada a fully loaded 2019 limited is not even 70000$ and the base model is 80k in Australia. I feel bad for you guys no more reasonable access to firearms for abiding citizens and expensive last generation pickups!

[@djp4nfa]

bcop1534 don’t forget expensive gas! We pay $1.40-1.55 per litre of fuel

[@garryhopkins]

If you want one of these in Australia you have to pay not only for the vehicle but also for the conversion from left to right hand drive which is done here. Hence the price jump.

[@garryhopkins]

Even though it’s a bit off topic, I have to correct your understanding of firearms access in Australia. Of course they are available but you need a police background check and gun licence. I personally have no need of a gun, but I have allowed people to shoot rabbits on my farm. They have had little trouble in pursuing their hobby. Of course military style assault rifles are sensibly off the menu!

[@pacheco8245]

You're talk manufacture's pricing, but what are sales prices and incentives like in Australia and Canada? In the US, I can already buy a 2019 Limited for under US$50,000 and a 2019 Tradesman for under US$30,000. The 2018 is even less than that. Your $100,000 trucks are something I can't quite wrap my head around, even when I adjust for currency.

[@garryhopkins]

Pacheco I’m in Australia and certainly would not be paying A$80,000 (=US$58,000) for one of these! It’s not surprising that you see so few American trucks here given that they have to be converted to right hand drive after they are imported, which of course adds to the price. They are however a bit more affordable here as incomes in Australia are greater than in the US even after adjusting for currencies.

[@walkabout1094]

Review sucked. This is not a yuppie truck, we all want to know the nuts and bolts

[@garybloom7445]

Metallica battery?..... Whoa

[@bosse641]

Rather have that than the Ranger with it's small engine.

[@Anonymoususer1930]

Actually dodge used to have a small truck called the dodge Dakota. It is about the size of a ranger and came with a 2.2 i4 banger, 3.9 v6, and a 5.2 v8.

[@virenvs905]

Look... a 395 hp RAM 1500. Let's talk about the infotainment system.

[@trik1pony]

I too have just spent 5 mins watching this review ,I would love to know more about whats under the skin ! Iam not the slightest bit interested in what you can do with your F*%@ing mobile phone as good drivers of my old school age bracket don't use a mobile phone whilst driving.

[@coopsnz1]

Democradic Socialism high taxes

[@cjdacka]

Fuck the haters, I'd own this.

[@krispykruzer]

Why does every car reviewer needs to sound like a failed Clarkson!?!?!?!?

[@arunprakash3114]

ധൈര്യം ഉണ്ടേൽ ഇന്ത്യയിലോട്ടു വാടാ

[@georgesdesk]

Spent 5 mins watching disappointing review.........

[@sgbradley]

RAM Classic at a cheaper price for Au Dollars Blahaha

[@madrx2]

These things are so ugly .

[@krispykruzer]

MALAISE!!!!! WTF saying a french word in foooly sik bogan accent!!!!

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Too dear in rip off Australia

[@coopsnz1]

Blame Government high taxes

[@coopsnz1]

This truck is $55000usd without taxes in USA , 1500 express 4x4 is $40000usd

[@georgkilianbraunig5877]

i rather pick the ranger raptor