2019 Ram 1500 V8: Real World 0-60 MPH and Towing MPG Results

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[@rmk1283]

Love my new Ram Limited! I have the 3.92 gear and a 4x2 crew cab and got 10.2 towing my 9600lb travel trailer to disney world. Wind and hilly interstate in Georgia and Florida. No cruise but kept speed btwn 69 and 74mph. I'm happy with my numbers for sure for a gas 1500!

[@tzxsr]

Ryan Kelly how the reliability?

[@vincegutierrez3780]

Pulled my 18 Yamaha 24ft ar240 boat with my 19 limited etorque 3.21 gears last weekend with full family and got 15.5 mpgs at 60-64mph. I was impressed, my 09 ram hemi would get around 10mpg.

[@nhlcfl7733]

Thanks for this test TFL. I recently took my 2013 5.7L 1500 4x4 QuadCab on a trip from central Alberta thru the Rockies and SW of Banff (Fairmont area). With a total of about 800 lbs. in my box and 2nd row, we achieved a round trip mpg of 10.5L/100 km (~26 mpg). We drive between 55-70 mph depending which portion of highway (10% above speed limit on average). Our truck does burn more fuel if we’re constantly pushing it harder, but this was delightful surprise. We’ve had good luck with our Ram 👍

[@nhlcfl7733]

If there is one detail I meant to include is that our 2013 Ram has the ZF 8 spd. Transmission and

[@nhlcfl7733]

Our truck has the ZF 8 spd. Transmission and cylinder deactivation. All in all, it’s been a trouble free, purposeful truck for us to own. We also love the UConnect multimedia/navigation system.

[@bob57786]

What gear ratio?

[@moose5.9]

They really need to offer the 6.4 in the high end trims. Chevy has the 6.2 and ford has the HO EcoBoost.

[@TheDustyaman]

UPstater5.9 they have the 6.4 in the 2500 trucks

[@r2ba435]

@@TheDustyaman The 6.4 they use in the heavy dutys is tuned down. It's less powerful than a eco boost and a gm 6.2

[@moose5.9]

@@TheDustyaman that's no my point. They need the big hemi in this truck to compete with the others...

[@austinoakley7391]

I hope some day Ram will offer the 6.4 in the 1500, I don't know why they wouldn't?

[@openplz3000]

I had a SRT 392 and I have drove a 6.4 ram, not the same motor at all. I currently drive a 6.2 GMC, I prefer it to the truck 392. Not sure I would feel that way if it ran like a proper 392 in full tune. At least both sound like a V8, I will take that over a turbo 6 any day

[@blitznone1142]

I drove a ford 150 for years. I drive the Silverado 1500 at work. I recently purchased the ram 1500 4WD. Hands down, the Ram out performs

[@davidporter7051]

At what? The answer nothing.

[@loganleduke1189]

@@davidporter7051 everything

[@davidporter7051]

@@loganleduke1189 @recalls, @vehicle fires, @unexpected airbag deployments, @stuck accelerator pedals, @broken tailgates, @defective seatbelts, @broken mirrors, @broken axels.

[@lourod9452]

The Ram looks amazing!

[@Jenstyler1]

You can add "Current Gear" via the dash screen setup options.

[@manek1978]

You can enable the gear display in the uConnect settings.

[@jayjay-ik7ql]

That was a very thorough review, I enjoyed it a lot. Us Aussies get the 2016 model for some stupid reason.

[@oozk]

When you press Gear (-) to see what gear you're in, it automatically disables cylinder deactivation, which makes a huge impact on consumption. You should resist the temptation to see the current gear.

[@david92xj]

Towing the trailer it wouldn't have gone into 4 cylinder mode anyways

[@oozk]

@@david92xj When I tow, it does on some flat or downhill highway sections. Anyway, they redid the test and gained 1 MPG.

[@mendiesel7932]

@tfl I drive a 2016 rebel with the air suspension. If I remember correctly, before you hook up a weight distribution hitch, you are supposed to set the air suspension to tire jack mode. That way the truck will squat naturally. After you properly hitch up with the weight distribution hitch, you turn tire jack mode off and allow it to compensate for any squat from the level point. Don’t know if you guys did this and edited it out or not. For future reference tho. Also, I believe the procedure is in the manual. I may have to confirm. Btw, keep up the great videos.

[@wwaytobe]

He just said no "STOP START"! There is a god!!!!! I'm not a big ram fan but thank you ram!

[@MrMatt1923]

M_ White008 at least you can turn off stop/start. MDS sucks

[@beardedf150driver9]

Hey a Dodge/Ram with it's tow mirrors out...but actually towing something! 👌

[@bryane2857]

LMAo! 1 just saw a ram hit his.mirrors at rhe drive thru at a bank about a month ago. He had a suit on...

[@beardedf150driver9]

@@bryane2857 lol

[@donleamon8653]

It's not a Dodge.

[@TGears314]

Don Leamon you’re 100% correct sir!!!

[@beardedf150driver9]

@@donleamon8653 obviously, but they use to be. 😘

[@scherfcom]

For my 2019 Ram 1500 Longhorn Crew Cab I fill up with 91 Shell V-Power (tested numerous other fuels before) and it makes really all the difference, quieter and smoother engine and transmission shifts, more power (really!) and most importantly better fuel economy (really!). Since with Shell fuel rewards you get bigger rewards, the 91 Shell V-Power cost almost the same as the 89 octane Shell, so the 91 actually saves a little bit of money (considering better fuel economy, approx. 8% or so vs. 87 and approx. 4% vs. 89) and it's also better for the engine and performance of the truck. (Just my personal experience and NOT a paid advertisement since I had the truck since late July 2018 over 3400 miles).

[@SkinnySkinch]

100% paid advertisement lmfaooooooo

[@machendachen]

Enjoy all you guy's reviews! Keep'em coming Andre!!

[@mikekay3313]

as usual, I enjoyed your review and video. Nice production work and good testing ideas. I really love the RAM truck lineup today. I miss my 2016 1500 a lot.

[@larryburnett100]

Beautiful truck RAM has step up there game 👍

[@gregstuhr57]

I wanted to add a re-life example. I have a 2017 RAM 1500 5.7L Bighorn w/Quad cab, tow package with 3.92 rear axle and anti-spin differential. Additional weight is running boards (80 LBS), snugtop cap (200 LBS) with an additional 150 lbs of truck bed cargo and an equal-i-zer 4-way WD hitch. (I weight 195) I towed a 30 FT travel trailer weighing 6400 LBS from Chattanooga TN to Las Vegas NV. approximately 1990 miles, the majority on I-40 Used mid grade gas and stayed for the most part at 60 MPH with not a lot of weather to worry about. (had 25 MPH side wind going into flagstaff) The truck took all grades and downhills on cruise control with no issues or slow down. From the trucks on-board system - 9.5 MPG I started the first 80 miles or so at 70 MPH with no issues but the gas was going even faster so I backed it down.

[@daniel1k793]

You can turn on the digital gear indicator on the dash in the infotainment settings FYI . Great video as usual!

[@nhlcfl7733]

In case someone missed reading my earlier comments, my gear ratio is 3.92. And yes with the 8 spd., cylinder deactivation and about 800 lbs. in the can and box we achieved 26 mpg (imperial) / 10.6L/100 km. Typically we average 10.5-14 L/100km. In the winter it could jump to as high as 16 or 17 but not too often. Remember, I switched to 17 inch rim with tires (lighter sprung and rotation weight). We love it!

[@phoztech]

Did you get your odometer reset to adjust for the smaller tires? I am guessing not. Thus your truck odometer tell you you went 100 miles when you really went 80.

[@timmypstyle]

Just so you guys at TFL are aware, 85 in high elevation is equivelant to 87 elsewhere. So when you said ram recommends 89 but 87 is acceptable, it's the same as 87 and 85 at high elevation.

[@travelingman340]

Going to pick up my longhorn Saturday! Can’t wait!

[@jayjay-ik7ql]

I should of thought before posting my first comment. Anyway, its called the Ram 1500 Laramie in Australia. There is also one called the Express that has less options smaller rear doors, but a larger tray.

[@jayjay-ik7ql]

Its converted to right hand drive here in Australia and cost 100000.

[@ss442es]

Thanks Andre. I would like to see some real world mileage tests without the trailer. Here in Texas, trucks are the daily family tripster. I know there are EPA numbers but who trusts the feds?

[@mattdukes100]

Ed Sunderland I get 19 to 20 MPG combined. I’d estimate I’m at highway speed about 60% of the time. That’s in a 2017 Laramie 5.7 with 3.21 rear end. Empty except me and my kids. I also have a bak revolver X4 tonneau cover. I run 89 octane. I can tell a difference in how it runs (and I have a lead foot).

[@dthomas2047]

Nice review. Appreciate all the info you collect and share.

[@Mopar21277]

The 2019 is MUCH improved in drivability, shifting and low-end power, its almost like a new engine. I'm seeing about 1/2 - 1 mpg less than my 2014, but I don't have a tonneau cover yet, nor synthetic oil.

[@booya6437]

Mopar21277 I’ve seen no difference in fuel economy with or without a tonneau cover on my 2018 F-150 5.0. Synthetic should make a difference but from I’ve seen, a cover shouldn’t

[@UnblockedOne2]

I've been getting 12mpg, with the 3.21 gears. I literally gasped out loud when I saw it. Still not 100 miles on it yet though.

[@tallll70]

aftermarket exhaust headers and intake makes dramatic mpg improvements to hemi, calculating 27mpg on hwy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/goSwYqJoqJ2omtE

[@nhlcfl7733]

Thank you for an intelligent question about my gas mileage with my 2013 Ram 1500 Hemi, 8 Spd. I changed the original tires from 20” to 17”. When doing so, yes I had the speedometer recalibrated to reflect this. The main reason I feel I’ve gotten great mileage is as I read years ago from a GM Engineer; a smaller tire (17” vs. Larger like 20”) will have a considerably lighter spring weight and thus require less torque to turn the wheels. Translated, improved fuel mileage. Add in the cylinder deactivation, smooth 8 Spd., lower drag shape and other tweaks and there you have it. So a 17” Tire has its pros (lighter, less energy required, softer ride on bumps, nicer to steering components) but reduces GCWR (towing capability) as I understand.

[@kevinscotty4909]

U r so stibid. Have u ever heard of circumference. Well that will take longer to turn fully. Then the 17". Plus the air in each tire plays a huge role on gas milege. Smaler tire around it goes guicker. My my u Americans pie...

[@DoyleHargraves]

If my transmission is bouncing in & out of OD while towing, I will lock out OD in a heartbeat. When I truck shop, I always consider my torque curve. When I tow, I keep my engine within 300 or so rpms of my torque peak. So my 3.5L ecoboost likes to be around 2300 rpms, getting as much of my 420 ft lbs as I can. I have never burned up a transmission or engine. This is why low-end torque is key. If you try to do that with a 5.3L chevy, you'll have to be cranking out minimal 4500 rpms. Some trucks are grocery getters, and some are made for work. If your torque looks like a hockey stick, and only gives you 175 ft lbs at hwy speed, you are driving a minivan with a bed on it.

[@knightwing4]

I noticed that you guys sometimes use a v-nose trailer for your towing test. You should always use the same trailer along with the same weight. I’m a truck driver and I can definitely say that you can feel the difference. The v-nose trailer has an advantage.

[@rcguymike]

There's an option to always show the gear in the menu for the instrument panel(at least there was on the 2020 I had for a rental the past 2 weeks). Otherwise like you found hit the gear limit button and set it at 8👍

[@teotoniobass6681]

That RAM is so nice looking

[@siseesan3147]

Teo Tonio yea it’s very stylish and luxurious in the top trims

[@twis7edashice106]

The ramp is nice looking in the Interior Department but the exterior is disgusting in my opinion

[@tallll70]

They could have do so much better with exterior, GM could have made Denali XT decade ago, I know not everybody digs modern designs, but in my little opinion, full size pickup looking like denali xt would be nicer then anything 2019 i've already seen

[@jayv8452]

Its horrible, it's a van with a bed.

[@davelusk1815]

Trucks looks pretty good until you put those 3/4 ton mirrors on that lil truck. Great work Andre, enjoy your reviews and the energy level is fun to keep it interesting.

[@johnl.sullivan8500]

Just was watching this video and found a bit of a discrepancy. When you use the manual gear selector to see what gear your in, that disables the MDS system. So when you say at 8:40 that you hope that it will run in cylinder deactivation mode, it will not. Just something you might want to know, so a true fuel mileage test could be conducted the next time your in the RAM...

[@irwinmw]

3.19 a gallon, that's practically free. With conversion we here in Ontario and paying anywhere from 4.75-6$ gallon

[@xQuantom]

$2.40 here in Tennessee

[@corneliusechols3121]

2.49 south Alabama

[@jensfos]

8.12 USD per gallon here.

[@mountainhobo]

"here in Ontario and paying anywhere from 4.75-6$ gallon" -- Do you use smaller, US gallons, or bigger, British Imperial gallons? US is 3.785 l, British is 4.54 l.

[@kengrierson1414]

We convert to U.S. for comparison

[@Bombsquad6868]

Wind is mostly irrelevant on a two way loop but temperature has a significant impact on towing mileage, TFL could mention ambient temps when comparing results. The largest component of drag on a big box trailer is aerodynamic, and air density changes 10% from a 40 degree day to a 90 degree day. Add to that friction increases in axles at low temperatures. It's harder to compare apples to apples towing, but they do their best, would be interesting to see the same truck do a hot summer day loop vs a winter loop.

[@bryane2857]

Wind is Irrelevant..... Do you tow?

[@PeskyWabbit.]

He obviously does not tow and is an idiot

[@bryane2857]

@@PeskyWabbit. I'm going to tell my buddy who is a commercial pilot that wind is irrelevant and not to account for the Xtra fuel he he WONT use flying into the jet stream. Hell make it.

[@phoztech]

guys he is saying that the wind might be against you one way and hurt mpg but will be in your favor the other way and help mpg."on a two way loop".... reading comprehension is key before you make fun of someone's intelligence, only to expose your own to be lacking. the guy makes a good point about temps etc.

[@bryane2857]

@@phoztech wind is most relevant when towing. While I don't disagree with the rest of his post I take enormous issue with the wind. If it's a diesel pulling maybe not much. But pulling with a gasser into the wind you can see a drop of 40 to 50 percent mpg. And with the wind you can see a increase the same percent as the decrease.

[@kevinvojta692]

I ordered my loaded 2021 Ram 1500 4x4 Limited Longhorn. ( i got it March of 2021) With the Base 5.7L Hemi with 3.92 gears, and air ride ext... And the same color Delmonico Red. But with the Black and Saddle interior. And saved 300lbs of weight. By not getting the Sunroof. And that stupid Stop/Start eTorque Hemi. But Dam the Prices have gone up Big Time in 2 years. I just priced my on Ram site. For a 2023 model year it's. $10,025 Dollars more for the same truck.

[@bigotitos831]

In Cali for towing with a trailer the max speed is 55mph, so I’m guessing it will save more gas then going 70?

[@LukeEdward]

And so would towing with a diesel. And so would towing with a lighter truck that doesn’t have as many options. And so would towing with a 2wd And so would . . . Point being there are many variables that can reduce fuel usage/increase MPG. BUT, TFLTruck tests to the parameters they have, which align with many of the trailering parameters the rest of the US are accustomed to.

[@thawk1435]

@@LukeEdward I don't think OP was questioning TFL's testing method. He was just commenting about a difference in his locale.

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

i tow through california all the time , no one including myself is only doing 55 soooo. even the semis are usually doing 60 minimum.

[@UltraSS-nj8kd]

.... no one wants to do a test for one *little annoying (& Dumb IMO) state.* Just use your imagination. California gas its over priced along with everything else there so it won't matter if you get double mpg. You done messed up moving there

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

When I was crossing from CA to AZ, a semi could legally do 70 in AZ but only 55 in CA. I saw one a couple miles from the border speeding up to get up the incline at speed. CHP pulled him over right in front of the border.

[@jadenj2029]

I didnt know the 1500 has the moose antlers as a option for mirrors

[@1klakak]

They've had those available for years.

[@vincegutierrez3780]

You manually flip them up 180 degrees for that

[@CoyoteFTW]

Jaden J - those ram mirrors look hideous!

[@mikefromcanada1670]

leeleelee Honestly thats one thing I was hoping they were going to change with the redesign. Those are the ugliest.

[@jmurphy1973]

Cornholio mirrors

[@devodar2579]

That test has a lot to do with how the wind is blowing with a big box trailer like that. You need a flatbed trailer with weights that are somewhat flat do do MPG. I mean, come on that trailer is a sail, slight wind behind it would change your MPG by 2 to 5 MPG. I do a lot of towing and even when I'm in my diesel I'm happy with even a slight tailwind. Huge difference.

[@kurtdzinich6700]

good review....I have 2014 Ram HEMI. I tow a travel trailer. I never drive 70 mph when towing that is for sure! I big fan of the truck....can not believe how expensive they are getting! (I paid $40k big horn on $48k sticker) I am stuck on V8 engines for now, I ok with V6 on mid size trucks....I looking forward to yo guys putting the endless electric trucks through their paces (assuming they make it to production) Cheers!

[@Allegronaut]

Was the 0-60 time also with the 3.92 axle ratio? It'd be interesting to see what an eTorque Hemi with a 3.92 would do in 0-60 and fuel economy. The eTorque is far and away the smartest start-stop system.

[@rooster3019]

Your voice audio was much improved on this video. The music was still too loud compared to voice, but better than usual, so thumbs up. That looks like a better Dodge product, but the notion of it lowering its rear air bags when trailer hauling is a negative. You set the air suspension to get the correct leveling, then it sank when in use. I guess we could always cheat-up the rear ride height so it will be correct when the software lowers it ---- duhhhh.

[@nucl3arfamily906]

Great video! Not bad MPG. Especially for the weight. I'm looking forward to see how much etorque helps.

[@jaymanny6944]

The interior is so nice but they need the 6.4 in it to compare to the others like the 500hp Ford or the 6.2 gm. I have an old work horse with an 8.1gm for pulling my dump trailer have you guys ever done a test with that engine?

[@siseesan3147]

This was an amazing video both informative and awesome

[@TGears314]

I was ready for Roman to pop out of the trailer😂

[@TheRealThaenatos]

I average 20-22mpg combined in my 2016 4x4 ram CC express. Even got 21.3mpg haling wood up to appalachia!

[@JsGarage]

Pretty good actually considering this particular truck is loaded to the gills. Air suspension, pano moonroof, 3.92 gears, 4x4 and practically every other option available making it basically the heaviest version of this truck. This especially good since this engine is from 2009. I want the new Ram but I think I’ll still hold off for a Hemi update though.

[@philc9305]

All these years later we are still waiting, what's worse is the hd truck is on same body and motor and will be for another 2 years.

[@michaellarrick8881]

Well I guess you’ll be waiting for the rest of eternity because the Hemi is getting replaced by a turbo inline 6

[@JsGarage]

@@michaellarrick8881 yea even this new inline six is welcome IMO. It’s time for something new in the powertrain department for RAM.

[@chickenfixn4439]

It sucks being 5 years in the future knowing that the only update to the hemi was making it a hybrid and that it goes away next year. I hope you got your hemi

[@gavinsteiling5571]

I wonder when the eco diesel is coming out? Maybe when they announce they new ram heavy dutys?

[@jellyfrosh9102]

Why would you want an ecodiesel when they are known to be unreliable pieces of shit

[@RealRobinCastellanos]

Mines been going strong! 24-27mpg

[@bigl0892]

@@RealRobinCastellanos what year is yours?

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Great job Andre.

[@automotiveguru6961]

What a good looking truck in my city, there were already 5 to 10 new 19 ram models rolling around. Meanwhile at our GM dealership they still have the 19 Chevy and GMC sitting there😂 but the GMC in person actually looks pretty good, Chevy still not a fan of...

[@EGGINFOOLS]

You post a 😅 about a 19 chevy that literally just got to dealerships but you fail to know that SHAP has already slowed the Ram production at its plant due to slow sales and quality issues.

[@bryane2857]

Ram has been out for several months now.

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

I think you would be hard pressed to find the difference between the '18 and '19 Silverado from a quick glance on the highway.

[@EGGINFOOLS]

@@KevinSmith-qi5yn I work in the heart of the big 3. Ive been around these two trucks for about 8 months now. You definitely know the difference when you see them. Ram and GM trucks. The whole front end of these things are so huge it's almost a turn off. It's like you could be 6ft tall and walk in front and still be eye level with the hood. Yet the airdam won't clear a parking block. Lol

[@justinmadsen7339]

New chevy ugly. Ram and Titan look better

[@jrodgman8171]

Cool. Thank you sir

[@stgraves260]

91 Octane is best in my 2015 Ram 1500 4x4 Quad Cab 5.7 HEMI. Just can't find it hardly. I get 15.5 to 16 MPG with the 89. I got a solid 14 mpg w/93 (( OUCH !!! ) BUT A Huge differents w/ 91 octane I GOT 19.5 to 20 MPG. I drove down to Louisiana last year in 2017 to see some friends. Just thought it would be a good test for fuel. I have a 4" lift w/ 34 x 12.50 BFG all terrain tires w/ 18" Fuel Boost rims. Run my tires at 65 lbs pressure. I have the 3.92 gears 8 spd auto. I drove 70 to 75 MPH. I still have factory exhaust. Getting ready finally to put a set of ARH Long tube and full exhaust and see what that does.

[@garyblatt8925]

I am impressed with the accuracy of the lie-o-meter on the dash compared to the hand calculated number. My F150 is never that close.

[@Treyk901]

Gary Blatt my f-150 is always about 1 mpg too generous.

[@jcripley5425]

That's because Ford always seems to over report speed and distance around 3%. Run out of warranty quicker and reach the "wear out" distance much sooner. 60,000 or 100,000 meaning you'll replace the product quicker. They won't calibrate unless you are 10% or more out of spec.

[@Treyk901]

JC Ripley idk. My Speedo is about as close as you can get - 3 different GPS tested and it’s no more than 0.5 mph off. Tested with a $500 garmin, Lukas dashcam and iPhone X using a couple different apps. I noticed Ford removed the option to view how much fuel was used in the trip. On my 2012 and 2015 it was always wrong according to the gas pump.

[@jcripley5425]

My experience with 2008, 2013, 2015 F150 compared to GPS is different than yours. Both of our sample size is too small so unless there is a statistically relevant study presented we will have to agree to disagree. Just saying check it out and see if the manufacturer is shaving points on your warranty and future resale value.

[@MoonyJohn]

Mine varies, any vehicle ive ever been in shows proud more than anything. My f150 is the most accurate one Ive had, my tires a just one size above so my miles per tank in a full tank is about 20 miles so realistically my calculated number and gallons used are pretty damn close. But no one can expect a perfect number. What motor does your have? My 2.7 is averaging 18-19 hand calculated with bigger tires and wheels with a canopy.

[@minivanmaster]

I am thinking the chin spoiler being automatic would be a great improvement to MPG. if the chin spoiler can actuate down very low close to the road, drag would be greatly reduced

[@Brownnproud91]

I love TFL videos

[@scarroll625]

Geovanni Delgado you should love Jesus first, then TFL videos.

[@wasichuwacanta7010]

@@scarroll625 Jesus is my mechanic, and I do love him!

[@stevelynch5843]

$3.19 a gallon is pricey? try $5.48 a gallon here in Canada, I'd run a hellcat engine in my truck for $3.19 lol

[@devodar2579]

That's because 1. all of your liberal gov taxes on gas and 2. fake Canada money with out of control inflation

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

Question? I just bought a2019 RAM 1500, I noticed in my owners manual they recommend not towing until 500 miles we're put on the truck,and then only tow at 50-55mph for the next 100 miles or so.. SO were these trucks tested with that break-in or just tow n go?? Possible damage? Thank you!!!

[@rcguymike]

It's most likely to break in the ring and pinions in the differentials. They go through a work hardening process under heavier loads. It generates extra heat which can break down the differential fluid and weaken the gears rather than strengthen them.

[@ratedredneck96]

I really like when roman isnt in the dodge videos, i sware hes bias against ram. He liked the dodge hellcat but who wouldnt, but when it comes to the head to head tests its pretty easy to see he pulls towards ford or chevy. If its a new truck test he goes ford if its older stuff he goes chevy but never really gives dodge much credit.

[@twis7edashice106]

I don't blame him. Dodge is crap I own the 2014 and never again

[@evilone6785]

twis7edash ice learn to take care of your shit

[@saintrichardl8]

@@evilone6785 I also have owned a few Chrysler products. I agree that they are garbage. You can put lipstick on a pig, but it's still a pig. At 80,000 miles, this new ram will fall apart, just like the previous generation.

[@caspforge]

@@saintrichardl8 dodge owned by Chrysler but Chrysler is owned by fiat since 2014

[@MoonyJohn]

I slightly agree. Ive owned 4 different mopar vehicles and they all have had issues. Always were working on them. And guys at work brag about their dodge trucks but I never seem to hear them brag about it when its in the shop. But, each has its own issues but dodge would be 3rd pick in my lineup. Ford and GMC Chevy are a tie, it came down to getting a good deal for me and ended up with my f150

[@UnblockedOne2]

Just bought one 2 days ago. Definitely a better truck than my 2015 Ram. It's quieter. Slightly less sensitive steering. Also, it rides extremely smooth compared to my '15 quad-cab. Makes the payload highly questionable. Also, shifts less aggressively.

[@bkranz-1283]

The new 8 and 10 speed transmissions from all the manufacturers are really nice. I'm just a little scared about how reliable they will be. They all hunt gears a lot when towing unless you lock out a gear or two. But very quick yet smooth shifts is very nice.

[@brandedmcgowan9414]

Never use 87 in a HEMI or your shit will knock/tick/clap (own my 2012 model since June 22 2021 and never thought about using 87, only 89 or higher for performance and reliability especially for towing)

[@jaredwinterbauer6224]

Your supposed to use 89 or higher octane in the hemi engine because it’s a high compression engine 87 could ignite before the spark plugs and it also can increase fuel mileage by 1-3 mpg with 89

[@jmurphy1973]

I hope the 5.7 tows better than it used to. Friend bought a 3500 with one a few years back to tow a camper and after a couple months, he traded it for a diesel. The thing didn't make torque down low so it really struggled when even going up a slight hill.

[@zacharymartin4861]

I really don't understand why they put the 5.7 in the heavy duty trucks. The 5.7 is underpowered for a big, heavy 3500. It's fantastic for the 1500 though.

[@mchertonok]

Show the videos of the chin spoiler, and how much it deploys. That would be something to good to know how much clearance does it have with deployed and without deployed chin spoiler.

[@mattautomotive5738]

I would sure like to see the '18+ F150 5.0 added to the 0-60 tests. Also interesting to see just how slow the Nissan, Toyota and 5.3 GMC is. The 5.3 GMC/Chevy trucks are especially sad once you factor in that the 5.3 is what's in 90+% of the Silverado's/Sierra's.

[@interpol007]

I wonder what difference the etorque system would make And the Hemi requires 89

[@thawk1435]

89?? My TV only has 3HDMI's.🙃🙃🙃

[@EverydayJ1786]

The etorque system does nothing for towing . It is just for unloaded city driving , stop light to stop light driving . That added cost of the option will take a while to regain in added fuel economy . Imo its not worth it . Besides if FCA has taught us anything it is that after warranty is up the system will most likely fail and cost a fortune to fix

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

87 octane at altitude is practically 89 octane at sea level.

[@hi-fi3889]

Like Kevin said. At altitude 87 is equivalent to 89, hence why they sell a 85.

[@wasichuwacanta7010]

@@EverydayJ1786 Correct me if I'm wrong, but the etorque adds 130 lb/ft of torque at takeoff, so it should get you rolling a lot quicker from a standstill while towing.

[@k.r.v.4219]

Hello Andre! I'm willing to bet if you stayed down at even just 65, the mileage would be better, at 60 I bet 12 mpg is not out if the question.

[@americancitizen4259]

When you turn on the tow/haul mode it turns of the cylinder deactivation. It probably wouldn't have turned off with the trailer but I'd be interested to see the difference.

[@patrickburgmeier7902]

Andre didn't the Ram Rebel get north of 11mpg pulling the Suzuki Samurai home from Moab Ut? Interesting.

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

Don't understand why dodge doesn't use the 6.1 Hemi for their 1500s they made a 800hp car I'm pretty sure they can make a truck with 420hp with a better engine block possible

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

Its coming. TRX concept is going into production in the next couple of years along with a midsize in 2021.

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

@@KevinSmith-qi5yn I'm happy about the mid size don't know why dodge stopped making the Dakota but the TRX is most likely to be coming out in the new body style which I preferred that last gen it looked really sweet

[@DragonKnightX12]

@@dor1tomcswagger69 Well the TRX is a higher tier Rebel. Which that Trim didn't change much at all, so if you like the Rebel, you'll like the TRX.

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

@Carbone888 yes but less HP they said it was supposed to have 550hp

[@racemaniac8682]

6.1 hemi is no longer produced, only the 5.7, 6.2 and 6.4 are being produced

[@shockracer]

Out of curiosity, I'd like to see this done with 91 octane and also with 3.21 ratio. I pull a camper with my 2014.5 Limited with 3.21 gears, 91 octane and I'm able to net 11.7 MPG on a 400 mile loop to the mountains from Brighton to cripple creek Colorado. My weight slip was 13,140 without luggage and food.

[@kirkbowden5771]

FYI Andre: In tow/haul mode; RAM cylinder deactivation is turned off.

[@tomdefosses4212]

No it's not, you need to use the manual gear select to deactivate the mds system.

[@metoo1189]

Does the 392 towing gears hurt the gas mileage when your not towing ?

[@LOOKFAST]

I have 19 limited crew cab and your talking 1 mile difference not a big deal go 3.92 3000 more pounds to to with

[@mikeparrish930]

I do not drive a truck for comfort I do not drive a truck for gas mileage RSU experts say fuel mileage about a truck for toughness and dependability and reliability Dodge will get my vote every time

[@jordanreyes8880]

Owners manual says 89 is recommended, but 87 is ok. Wonder what the results would be with 89

[@Grimzy-]

Top off? So I fill my tank up until it stops, wait 30 secs then pull trigger until it stops again ?

[@843MudMafia.]

They need a twin v6 and a 6.4 hemi and a the diesel and maybe a turbo 4

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Darius Hope why?

[@843MudMafia.]

@@Welcometofacsistube they could,use a few more engines in the line up

[@sooners1994]

@@843MudMafia. There is a rumor of a new inline 6 coming. Also the Pentastar is usually rumored to have been designed for direct injection and turbos in the future but who knows if that is ever happening. Old rumor was the HEMI would be out except in high performance models (SRT) by 2020 or 2021. So either way new engines should be coming..

[@843MudMafia.]

@@sooners1994 I hear that to

[@DavidNJ1]

You didn't do the dance in the owner's manual about putting it in jack mode to set the load equalizing bars. Why not?

[@siksvt33]

Was the best mpg GM with a 6.2 done on 87 or 91 octane? Just want to confirm if it’s indeed apples to apples as the Ram 1500? Thanks!

[@ralphvalkenhoff2887]

Not a lot of people know the 5.7 shuts down 4 cylinders when the throttle isn't stomped on. This hemi is a four and an eight.

[@ejohnson3837]

10 m.p.g. pulling 7k in Colorado at elevation is not bad at all.

[@Gregamz]

I love ya Andre & all but I like the two of you together better!

[@fishinginindiana1904]

Truck won’t give true fuel economy until motor had at least 20000 Miles!

[@lukestoyz]

@TFL I don’t see how the truck lowering itself while towing a trailer would be a good thing. I would think it will negatively effect the trailer handling since the drop reciever is adjusted to the height the truck was previously with the trailer attached. Or did I misunderstand what you stated while towing 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@troyreid4559]

Have you guys tested the eTorque yet on this loop?

[@marchartman1115]

The only thing I would say is I wish tfl use 60 mph for towing I believe it would be more in line what government use highway mpg rating. I'm not saying 70 mph is a good or bad speed , but it isn't line with the rating system.

[@TheXOoftheRO]

9.4 is pretty impressive for a heavy truck, towing more then its own weight...

[@NixPix87]

Using the recommended 89 actually makes a big difference. You guys don’t have 89 anywhere in Colorado? Should have been used for best/fair results.

[@SkinnySkinch]

not at 5k ft of elevation. 87 a mile above sea level is the same as 89 at sea level.

[@DanielGarcia-zz9eg]

Mpg haven't changed. My 2009 ram gets 9 to 10 mpg towing That says mpg has not change in the past 10 years. By the way, stop useing regular gasoline

[@sc12100]

Whats the weight you're towing - just out of curiosity? I agree with you reg gas comment. When I tow, I always go 91.

[@richardjohnson8420]

Shows you put 87 octane fuel in it. Even though it's acceptable. It requires 89 for best performance

[@RobMR3]

Please stand off to the side of a rear fold down door! If those springs fail, it's going to do some major damage to you, as well as most likely pin you to the ground.

[@Gregamz]

Where’s Mr. Truck, Kent?!

[@benzchannel73]

Shopping for leather vests.

[@bradleylindsey2011]

Why do you do 30 seconds before and 30 seconds after to pump gas ?

[@trentkeyes9818]

I’m really curious to c an etorque ram do the loop

[@nickakers7985]

I haven't ever been to a gas station that doesn't have 89, nor have I been to a gas station that offers 85, I didn't think any modern cars could run on an octane that low. Most gas stations local to me (North Carolina) have 87, 89, 93.

[@pattreu834]

out in mountains most all gas stations have 85 octane gas because of the elevation. like Colorado and Wyoming.

[@nickakers7985]

@@pattreu834 that's interesting, I guess it makes sense with lower compression at higher altitudes. I assume you gotta be at least a mile high to notice the effects though, I lived in the Appalachains a while, and though we do have some mile high peaks, mean elevation is usually 3500-4500 feet.

[@pattreu834]

+Nick Akers yep, me and my family went out to Yellowstone and from Western South Dakota to Yellowstone the lowest octane was 85.

[@thebinpustey6497]

I always chuckle when Americans complain about gas prices. Here in BC, Canada, we have been paying $1.45/ Litre for a long time now. That’s about $5.50/ Gallon, for 87 octane! 😩

[@devodar2579]

Yeah but your fake money makes everyone is a millionaire.

[@jackprycee6977]

87 octane was a big mistake. I’ve got the same truck. I have tried the 87/89/91 and clearly I see the difference in mpg in all three. I’ve settled on 89 as the mileage is not worth the the difference. I’ve done close to almost 21/22 mph at 76mph. 87 drops to 17/18 same fuel station and same trip. You should try it. Not a fair test at all. Upsetting at best to see it in the dash watching my money waisted with 87.

[@johnw391]

I like the limited better they are around 50k to 54k in east Tn

[@EGGINFOOLS]

Limited is top trim. They start in the mid 60's usually. If you see one that cheap then that's a steal. 😆

[@youngblood23rb]

Andre, I think you all should try this test again, when you select the max gear from the steering wheel, you in effect disable the cylinder deactivation which still works while in tow haul mode, the truck will switch to and from 4cylinder mode when slowing down, coasting, going downhill, etc. even when in tow haul mode