2025 Ram 1500 3.6l eTorque BigHorn POV drive review, Interior & Exterior first impression MPG loop

[@nordlandak6853]

The v6 is definitely more than most people need. But this is America, more power!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Heck yes!

[@fallujah0351]

The 3.6 naturally aspirated V6 all day. Stronger than pre-2014 V8’s and much more reliable

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That’s a good option too!

[@chriswadlington2465]

I recently purchased a new 2024 Bighorn with the 3.6. Now at 3000 miles on it. Cruise set at 70 mph flat land in getting 27 mpg.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I believe it, that engine is incredibly efficient!

[@chadpinkston3054]

I have a '23 with the 3.6, set the cruise at 75, and can get 22-24 all day

[@chriswadlington2465]

I did too as well

[@mosabnadi3016]

Why do I get only 18 MPG? I drive very normally, with no hard braking or acceleration. I don't know what kind of gas I have in the tank. I've only gone 200 miles. My gear ratio is 3.55. Is this the reason?

[@greghale717]

@@chadpinkston3054 That is more realistic! 27 mpg is iffy!

[@alldecentnamestaken]

For a long term daily driver the Pentastar is the better choice IMO.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@cboyd1976]

I'm in the market for a RAM and have watched a lot of reviews. I enjoyed yours the most. Nicely done. I'd prefer the Hurricane but I don't think it's worth getting into a RAM with that engine for another 2 years or so to see how they're doing - seeing lots of early issues. I'm going with the 3.6 Pentastar. It suits my needs and is an extremely reliable engine that will last me a long time. I drive my trucks into the ground. Passing my 2003 Tacoma on to my son and buying a RAM soon.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the kind comment! Please subscribe! more good to stuff to come!

[@robcip6133]

You never mention reliability...The 3.6 has been used in rental fleets for years

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Excellent point! Thank you for watching!

[@DangeloRavizee95]

Just test drove a fully loaded big horn a couple days ago and I’m 100% sure about trading my challenger in for one due to the family growing. I’ve always been a fan of dodge and most of my cars and trucks have been dodge.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Good choice, the Big Horn is a great truck!

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Both will get you where you want to go. Bought a 25 SST twin turbo in September and love the truck but hate the instrument screen. Nobody needs all this technology!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Great to hear, any other issues?

[@Oheeeoh]

I'm keeping my 2017 Ram 1500 with the hemi forever. I get 22 on road trips 17-18 mixed city. Paid $33k for my truck brand new.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching

[@thomasishler7973]

Great review!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching!

[@shanewilson9250]

I'm wondering how much horsepower the 3.6 would have been if they'd put dual turbos on it?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That would be interesting!

[@joeb2588]

Can you shut the start/stop feature? Usually you can.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Yes I believe so!

[@joeb2588]

​​​@CTECH-REVIEW fantastic. great review by the way. Loved it.

[@podness.]

Does the v6 engine has the dipstick or Ram removed it too?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I do not know yet!

[@greghale717]

still has the dip stick for the Pentastar.

[@podness.]

@@greghale717thank you

[@brians.1357]

I bet you could widen the gap ($10,000) price difference between those two trucks if you sat down and negotiated. Let’s say they discount the big horn by $15k and the new Hurricane motor only $5k to 8k until the shininess wears off the new powertrain

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Good point!

[@calvertgreen15]

Can you put a turbo charge on the 2025 1500 3.6 pentastar

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Great question I am not sure. I believe there are some companies that make superchargers for them

[@jamesbowman1767]

What gear ratio to run 2800 RPM's at 70mph in a 3.6? That seems very high. Did each vehicle have the same axle ratio? If not, your comparison test was a waste of time. I didn't hear you mention axle ratios. Maybe I missed it.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Both Trucks have same 3.21 gearing it was in the window sticker and prior video.

[@moth450]

This click bait. I checked there isnt a 3.0l ram within 250 miles of my area. How you found one?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

try a different state. I have over 1500 on dealer lots with the 3.0l motor within 50 miles of my zip code.

[@thejmcGarage]

The Pentastar powertrain is NOT a Hybrid, not even close!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for the watching!

[@chriswadlington2465]

That’s why they call it a mild hybrid

[@kiddkiddstoy9867]

It has a traction motor generator, battery pack and regenerative braking classifying it as a mild hybrid. And because of that fact I got a tax break and HOV clean pass because it falls in that category.

[@ohioguy4326]

I haven't driven a Ram with the 3.6 but some other FCA vehicles like the minivan and Chrysler 300. Those felt a little lacking, I would that that would be amplified in the heavier truck.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

There surprisingly not bad in the truck !

[@sblsbl7600]

The Hurricane won't last as long as the Pentastar. Stelantis should put the Pentastar in higher trim levels.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Let’s hope it does! I heard it’s built really well

[@danglin69]

I'll take the 8" screen all day long..Want to order a new laramie but you are forced into the "big screen"..Nope!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I agree!

[@lucyfan1976]

The difference is so minor I would do the hurricane all the way.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That’s my thoughts also!

[@austindavis1984]

If the pentastar mog does not increase in general then I would agree with this by far not worth losing power if the mpg stays that slight.

[@austindavis1984]

I say this because I have heard once you get 8-10k on a pentastar that the mpg increases due to it getting broke in. Correct me of I am wrong.

[@lucyfan1976]

@@austindavis1984 That is possible. So interesting enough I have a ram 1500 rental with the Pentastar. I have had it for 2 weeks now. Just took a trip to Maryland from Monmouth County NJ. I averaged 20.8 mpg going to Perryville and coming home literally right around the same. I want driving 75mph ballpark the whole time. Honestly, its a heavy truck but although not terrible I do not think giving up the hurricane is worth it for that mileage. If I got 25mpg or more I could see it. It is adequate in this size truck but If you need to tow anything this engine would struggle for sure

[@austindavis1984]

@@lucyfan1976 I've never driven a pentastar. However I was planning on getting one due to everyone saying the mpg is better, they are reliable and more reliable than the Hemi from what I have heard and it's good enough to do what I would need to do which is drive, haul stuff on occasion but not super heavy and not everyday. But in this case of the new ones, I would say the hurricane is worth getting over the pentastar due to the power and the mpg not being anywhere close to being significant enough to not get it. I'm interested in seeing the reliability long term of the hurricane and how long it may last. It seems like it will be a good engine. I'll miss the V8 but as long as the reliability is there with the hurricane then I will not complain.

[@joeb2588]

Do some research. If you have to have a RAM. Stellantis is hurting. Rams are just sitting on the lot.. call the shots on pricing. Major discounts.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I agree. Get a deal!

[@joeb2588]

@CTECH-REVIEW Stallantis has 14 brands under there belt. I bet not one is in the top 10 for reliability. That's what they should focus on if they want to keep customers!

[@jeffreybalandra8891]

Hurricane

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thunder!!

[@joeb2588]

And a mechanic renting your spare bedroom.

[@Trackman80]

There is no demand!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@Rodd313D]

In my opinion v6 car are for teens not a grown adult

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for the comment

[@joeb2588]

That makes absolutely no sense. However, I like looking at the Ram but would never own one. Reliability blows.

[@TheSavage3.6]

@@joeb2588The 3.6 is a very reliable engine. 3.0 however, no.

[@JULIOCESAR-wb9pk]

@@TheSavage3.6 True!