RAM 1500 V6 3.6L Pentastar (E-Torque) **Heavy Mechanic Review** | Is It a Good Engine ??

[@vfreiress]

I'm on my third Ram with the 3.6L engine and loved them all! 250,000 km when I sold the last one which was still running beautifully. I felt like a traitor when it went out the driveway for the last time..

[@AngelMartinez-ey3hu]

I have owned 3 vehicles with the 5.7 and 3 with the 3.6. I'm just going to start by saying that I've never gotten good gas mileage on a hemi engine, partly because it's inefficient and partly because smashing the pedal on a hemi makes everyone happy. I grenaded one 5.7 and had problems with the other 2 with the cylinder deactivation. I own a 2022 ram 1500 with the 3.6 etorque and besides a problem with the battery having "physical damage" when I first got the truck it has been great. I drive it slow, get good gas mileage, tows my 7x12 trailer perfectly and it is a great work truck. I plan to own the truck for at least 6 years so I mainly bought the v6 for reliability.

[@Mauser1965]

Note difference of "smashing the pedal on a hemi makes everyone happy" then the "drive it slow, get good gas mileage" which shows everyone that it's not the engine in this case, but the driver.

[@troylee3179]

I own a 2019 ram with the v6 and so far so good. I use it hauling kids and occasionally getting groceries,mulch and odd furniture. I drive 10 miles to town and in the city driving. Plenty of power for my needs and has been dependable. I don't haul heavy loads or drive long distances. I also change the oil at 4000 miles

[@TheGettyAdventures]

exactly what the v6 option is for! someone who enjoys the benefits of having a truck but does not need to tow 10,000 lbs. Happy it's treating you well!

[@Twinstarrider]

Good video. Had/have 2 pentastar engines (13-van and 19-1500) I bought for intended use. Mostly city, weekend cottage runs and some trailer work (pulling motorbikes). Both engines were solid and I didn’t really notice any lack of power for what I was doing with them. Tried my friends Hemi, was a gas to step on the pedal and have her snap too but I don’t normally do that with my Ram. All I want was the engine to be reliable, put the key in and go and do what I need it to do (haul kids and kit) safe and sound. Now the bikes on the other hand.. that’s for the fun factor!

[@Mauser1965]

1500 series truck doing light duty as designed for. In amusement, my kids were never heavy enough for me to need to use a truck.

[@DarkHavock]

I've owned a 2015 3.6 with the 3.55 ratio for over 3 years now. Been very happy with it. I don't do a lot of towing, just a small camper in the summer. So it's perfect for me. Plenty of power for what I'm using it for. Great video as always!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Awesome to hear man! Thats exactly what the V6 is perfect for. Some lighter towing but still plenty of power and reliability to make a good solid truck

[@rickclarke6608]

That makes it the perfect truck, 305hp and good fule mileage.

[@yosoy3879]

Can you give an update and tell us how it’s holding up

[@coldpizzawatchreviews]

I have the 2022 Ram 1500 with the V6 and average 22.3. I mix highway and city driving. The current mileage is 24,000. Power is perfectly fine does rev high when you merge onto the highway. This is a company truck so I had not decision in the selection of the engine. That said I’m thoroughly happy with it!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

22.3 is great mileage nothing wrong with that!!

[@joeshmoe8952]

Does the newer pentastar engines have a bunch of plastic parts?

[@coldpizzawatchreviews]

@@joeshmoe8952 Not sure

[@Rocketino1]

I have a 22 V6. Built to Serve. Absolutely love this truck and it performs plenty well for me but I couldn't be more disappointed in my fuel mileage. Best I ever got on the highway was almost 20mpg from Tampa to Atlanta. Very flat..no wind. 70-75mph. Best I've ever gotten in town is 16. I dont beat it. I dont pull anything and I'm usually by myself. Not quite 10k miles. Getting ready for second oil change. Any suggestions? Did yours struggle during break in? Tires are 5psi over recommended psi.

[@luckybait]

I just bought the 2023 e torque 1500, currently at 2000 miles and 2 months old, I am averaging 20.5 combined highway and city…

[@northshoredetailsllc.4937]

I have the 2023 ram 3.6l. Just got to 1k miles and it’s really smooth and way better on gas than my last gmc. I do miss my Sierra and that V8 but I added the Pedal Commander to the Ram. This helped with the slight lag in the throttle response. Next I want to add a new exhaust and air intake. That’s about all I can add lol. Great video

[@robpond7385]

I will keep my 318 great engine simple no bullshit on it still running and driving it

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Fair enough !

[@tazz23rd]

Oil pump solenoids die, camshafts wipe out, oil coolers leak everywhere and rear mains dont seal. That being said, this engine is solid if maintained. I work on these every day, and i would buy any vehicle with this in a heartbeat

[@forthefunofit5487]

Very well done video! Your information was clear and accurate. I have a 2014 Ram 1500 with the 3.6. Been wonderful and plenty of power for me and I have pulled 5,000 lbs.

[@alexzanderdawson]

Hell I think it pulls more than what he said I pulled 8 rolls of hay at about 950lbs a piece with no problem

[@flynnryder7798]

I just towed my 7,000lb boat 500 miles and it was no problem with mine

[@Mauser1965]

@@flynnryder7798 tow capacity on a single or occasional use is with designed capacity is different from daily with that same capacity on how can effect service life where chassis and braking is a factor as to why the 2500 and 3500 series should be considered.

[@flynnryder7798]

@@Mauser1965 Of course. I occasionally haul my boat, and it is usually for short distances. This 500 mile trip isnt something I do often. If I was towing heavy weights every day, I would not want a 1500.

[@pookatim]

I have a 3.6 Pentastar in my 2016 Chrysler 200. Had it since new. Not a lick of trouble. It is a good strong and reliable engine. As far as a full sized pick-up is concerned, I think for people who mostly use a pick-up truck like a station wagon, such as homeowners hauling something occasionally, it would be fine. If you need a truck to haul heavy loads a lot, it isn't the best choice.

[@Mauser1965]

Exactly, truck duty is defined by it's case use. i.e. 1500/2500/3500 Which is why many cases the heavier duty trucks overall tend to be resold overall, which proof can be seen on the market.

[@jimparker7778]

A 3.6L dual overhead cam motor----with all the slick electronics that our engines have today---can create more than 1.3 horsepower per cubic inch without resorting to a turbo. And last a long time. Wife had a GMC Acadia that weighed almost as much as these 1500 Rams and that GMC never felt sluggish. The 3.6 RAM should feel even better with the hybrid system.

[@MatthewTheCCMA]

My mother-in-law has a 2014 jeep grand Cherokee limited with the 3.6 L Pentastar V6. She’s currently at 147,000 miles and so far no issues from the engine. She’s a very gentle driver and just drives it around and to work. She has had one trouble code for an EVAP purge valve. But the area in which we live does not do emissions testing, so it doesn’t matter anyways to her. She loves her jeep. She’s always bought jeeps and I doubt she’ll buy anything else!

[@Mauser1965]

A good example, as those who beat on a vehicle and do not take care of it. Basically abuse it cannot expect it to last. Best found vehicles tend to be those owned by older folks that have been stored in a garage as well. aka "barn find"

[@bass4pro]

I own a 2022 1500 Ram with this engine and its Amazing better than my 2016 Ram HEMI that I had 😊

[@couchpotato2160]

Hows it holding up a year later if you see this? I'm looking to get a 22 for a good deal with only 17k miles on it

[@clint175]

I had to replace an injector at 50k miles on my 2017 Ram V6. It cost me $250 cause I got the lifetime warranty. I'm happy with it at almost 100k miles now.

[@SupramanTRD]

Imagine the cost to replace an injector on the ecodiesel v6 haha

[@tuffmccabe3097]

I would definitely rate the 3.6 a 4.5/5 stars. I bought mine brand new a year ago and have currently put 132k on it. Only thing I've had to replace is the 48V battery pack($3500), Fuel pump (1800) and we changed the spark plugs a few weeks ago. Only thing I hated most was. It took almost 6 hours to pull apart the manifold and accessories to change just 3 spark plugs on the driver side. However, I do Long hauls with it across country. I have pulled 9600 through Arizona and CA mountains with no problem. The engine is actually made to hold a redline up hill and will hold 6k RPM and not blow up. I have been generally satisfied.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

wow holding 6k RPM is no joke. I am curious about the battery pack though, because that's just too bad. personally I would rather the e-torque be an option and not come standard because I would want it for that exact reason.

[@tuffmccabe3097]

@@TheGettyAdventures most reviews say they last 100k. It's part of the new ETorque system. Will definitely be getting another next year.

[@vamaggs]

You've had it a year, spent an additional $5300 above the payments, and you are satisfied? We're the battery pack and fuel pump covered by the warranty?

[@tuffmccabe3097]

Warranty ran out in first 6 mo with 75k miles. All cash outta pocket. Yes I am satisfied with it as I've put it thru every test and still going. 40k truck made me 500k this year. U tell me.

[@tuffmccabe3097]

Currently @ 192k.

[@flameredram1572]

I used to have a Pentastar in my old '16 Wrangler JKU, with 3.21 rear axle and a manual, and it was absolutely anemic - you really had to rev it out to get any kind of useful torque out of it. HEMI trucks (even a Power Wagon which I briefly drove) feel like muscle cars by comparison. I am sure it would've been a lot better coupled to an 8-speed ZF and lower rear-axle gears, but can't imagine having a 3.6L in a full-sized truck.

[@ramrider1453]

Same here 👍👍. I just simply prefer my Hemi and ZF. Two great great power plants and reliable.

[@nickpinkus3446]

3:21 gear ration 😂 no wonder! Yeah it’s OHC so it’s a high reving motor! Gears gears gears

[@cavolpert]

I’ve had the 5.7 hemi, the 4.7, the Cummins , 318,360, and now the 3.6 with 3.21 gears. The 3.6 does all I need it to do and gets good gas mileage. If you want to really use a truck to tow move up to a 3/4 ton or higher. The 3.6 with the 8speed and 3.21 set is a much better combo for a daily commuter and tows anything you should be towing with a half ton . I think dodge did good with this combo for the majority of peoples needs. Have a blessed day.

[@jamesmills1500]

On a long distance trip holding 65mph I'm get 31mpg in my ram with the v6, but I seem to average 26mpg combined. Still well above the EPA rating

[@Rocketino1]

Come on man...

[@methanial73]

I have a Chrysler 300 3.6 with 180k miles on it. Runs flawlessly and I easily get over 30mpg. I even push it as high as 37-38mpg. Around town I usually get about 20-25mpg, not too bad for a 4k lb car. I saw someone was mentioning the ZF transmission. The ZF is used in many forms and I think it was 3 HP ratings. 8HP45=450 hp, 8HP650? =650 hp, and one higher hp was something like 850hp. My car has the 8 speed ZF. It's an impressive engine! 300hp is nothing to be embarrassed about. The car wizard was talking up the Northstar which has like 325 and it's a V8. lol

[@bloroxcleach]

Its actually the amount of torque it can hold in nm. 8HP45 = 450nm = 331.9 ft-lbs. 8HP70 = 700nm = 516 ft-lbs

[@TonySpenneberg]

Your straight up and giving a good regular man review. Speak the truth. Thank you

[@garymork3190]

I had the tick in my 6. $4000.00 fix just on one side @ 80000 miles but I still love it. It was in my 2014 dodge Durango.

[@couchpotato2160]

Yeah I just got that in my 2014 grand cherokee but at 130,000 miles and I'm looking to get a truck and this is one of my options it's a 22 and he did say alot of the issues were fixed or at least better

[@patriot5526]

I agree with you. Pick up truck buyers have ability to select a truck based on intended use. If you live in a city and want a very versatile vehicle, this truck with the 6 cylinder is probably perfect. I drive 3/4 trucks because I operate a ranch, but I wouldn’t hesitate to buy the 1500 if I didn’t have that need for power. Modern pickup trucks drive almost like cars, so why buy a sedan or hatchback when can get the same amenities in a truck with much more versatility?

[@TheGettyAdventures]

exactly, the modern 1500's are just like cars. they ride smooth and have all the luxuries of any vehicle.

[@danielmonighetti3891]

The only thing I can think of is that people overload their trucks beyond what's legal. So many people I talk to had no idea tongue weight drops payload. Most 1500 trucks won't be able to safely tow a 7500 lb trailer either because of the tow restrictions or payload once they load up the family of four and all conveniences inside, not to mention what they put in the bed of the truck.

[@1986hvwchampion]

@@danielmonighetti3891 yep.! That 7500bs for a v6 is more like 5000 lbs. You just don't have enough payload like you said.

[@rickclarke6608]

I had a 1500 reg cab 8ft bed Tradesman w/ 3.6, I absolutely loved it but towing capacity was only 4k lbs my trailer is 7k. I recently upgraded to a crewcab longbed 4x4 6.4 Hemi, tows great but a ruff ride.

[@juancarlocerna9504]

2500 it's better to tow

[@jameslyon3750]

I have a 2014 Ram 1500 4X4 with the 3.6 and a 2018 Grand Cherokee with a 3.6 as well. They have both been flawless through a combined 170,000 miles. The Ram consistently gets over 20 mpg in combined driving and 23 on the highway. The JGC add about 2 MPG to those numbers. I do some light towing (up to 5K) with the Ram and it handles it with minimal downshifting.

[@21psd]

I have a 2018 Grand Cherokee with this engine (minus the E-Torque). Been very happy with it!

[@brotha1984]

Facts same here👍🏿

[@arthursmith643]

Excellent video with lots of great information. Good clear voice and no crappy music in the background.

[@WitchDRofKabul]

My 2014 1500 has the 3.6L V6. I have 72k miles on it and it's had zero issues. It's been a work truck I'll keep for many more years

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

My 2017 has 72k miles and is brand new

[@blendpinexus1416]

this is honestly a great option. mild hybrid systems are far more preferable over just start stop as the hybrid part can get the vehicle moving while the engine is starting up. and using the 48v system to get it started saves the 12v crank battery from possibly going flat from usually not having enough charge time after starting the engine. great system to use on an existing platform and everyone i've talked to has enjoyed the systems.

[@timbrwolf1121]

Something they have needed to do since the 3.9 is a factory supercharged 6 cylinder. Ripp makes an excellent kit for the 3.6 and for the life of me I can't figure out why stellantis won't do the same

[@gnd111]

at 11.3 C/R Stellantis cant make it emission friendly

[@IAMBDVX]

I have a 2018 and before 50k miles the radiator had cracked and the oil filter housing had to be replaced because of a sizeable oil leak. Outside of that, it's been a great truck

[@hairnation68]

Every time an engine is failing it seems like a ticking issue. I had a 2010 Hemi 1500. 164,000 miles started getting misfire errors. We fixed those. Wasn’t aware it was known the lifters go. They went, it what actually was the misfires. Lifters shaved metal into the engine. Chrysler wouldn’t touch it. So I traded it in on a 2020 Ram Big Horn with the V6. I have enjoyed it so far. 27,000 miles after 2 years. Feels as quick as my hemi. Yes the hemi had more horsepower and can hit another level. But the pennistar with the etourqe takes off and quick. Would have been 30-60 days for a new engine from Chrysler and the same to rebuild from a separate shop. I have a business and needed a truck. Hate GM, never liked Fords I’ve driven. Tundra was changing models and it wasn’t released yet. So I bought what I like Dodge/Ram! Was planning on getting 2 more years out of that 2010 and hit close to 200,000 miles. But it didn’t happen. Loved that truck. It never in 11+ years ever left me stranded on the side of the road and I drove many many late nights. Wish I didn’t have to trade it. I’d have had it fixed. But it was the pandemic

[@buddyphillips9790]

The 3.6 is an okay engine, but the 5.7 hemi is definitely a better engine for a full size 4x4 truck. If you watch Fastlane truck, Stubby, their brand new 3.6 Pentastar 4x4 Ram 1500, was struggling towing 5000lbs. Now that was at 7% grade doing the world's toughest towing test the Ike gauntlet but my point is still valid. I'd say if you plan to do any sort of towing or use it as a work truck make sure you get the 5.7 Hemi option.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

I saw that video. The problem was the gear ratios. They were going too fast for second and too slow for third. They had 3.21 gears. It needed the 3.55 gears. It would have gone at least 10 mph faster since it could have pulled more rpm in third.

[@buddyphillips9790]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q you're right they were at the top of second and the bottom of third but in my humble opinion 3.55 gears wouldn't have helped much vs the 3.21s. That's not a huge difference in gearing maybe 300 RPM at the same speed which wouldn't have been enough for that little V6... now maybe if they had like 4.11 gears it would have definitely made all the difference but that would kill fuel economy when you're not towing so much you might as well have the hemi

[@brotha1984]

As long you don't do excessive idle on those hemi then you good

[@johnnyp.2247]

Stubby with a 3.21 is rated to pull around 4800lb, would be factory over 7000lb rating with the 3.55 believe it or not.

[@Cooldibs]

I sold my 2014 jeep wrangler with the 3.6 with 140,000 miles. Still was running strong and showed no signs of wear

[@jeremyisaac1354]

I've owned a couple of F150's with the 5.4 triton, and I once had one with the 5.0 coyote. I've also owned two ram 1500's with each having the 5.7. Last week I went and got a Ram with the 3.6. I have to admit that I was hesitant because I was locked in to the V8 world. I have to say I was shocked when I test drove the v6 drive train. I had no idea how well the v6 pulls this truck. Needless to say I was sold. And so far the mpg's are very impressive. I've put 250 miles on it and i'm still above half a tank. The majority of those miles have been city driving.

[@texttwenty-nine1627]

More than I can say about my Frontier! She likes to drink. Still a brand new engine though with 260 miles. Lol I get 15 mpg. I was partial to ram, loved my 2011 ram and 06 Dakota rt. Figured I'd give Nissan's 3.8 a try. Glad to hear your 3.6 ram is treating you well! I almost went with one. I might one day if my Nissan is a lemon.

[@jeremyisaac1354]

@@texttwenty-nine1627 I've had my ram for seven months now. All said and done I would have went with the V8. The MPG's are only slightly better. And I sure do miss the power. If you get the v6 in a head wind it never wants to leave 6th gear. Which, needless to say kills the mileage.

[@scottpearce7466]

300hp V6 does great for 1/2 ton purpose gets 27mpg highway in 2wd version same as my minivan. I have 205k with no problems. Keep that oil changed like clock work & it'll last.

[@everymaninvesting4312]

What year

[@kennypinkerton5818]

I have a 2018. 21-22mpg is the best it does with real everyday driving. My commute is 30 miles one way half highway, half through town.

[@13612]

BS, no 3.6 get 27 mpg in these trucks unless you're rolling down a hill the whole trip. I have had mine for many highway trips driving empty and the best I've seen is 22.

[@shawwtypimp]

30mpg on the highway way is the best I've gotten in mine

[@RobertBourque-p3p]

Good engin POOR gas mileage unless going down hill with the wind pushing you...

[@stanleyhogan2639]

From reading all these messages, people only complain about the hemi tick, which isn't an issue at all. The first issue that was talked about in the video is enough to make a truck guy not want to get a V6 engine truck. I had a 2006 300C with a hemi w/ 300K miles (it was in a hit and run), 2013 300C hemi w/ 171K miles, loved it (sold it for my next car) 2018 300C V6 w/ 89K miles on it (sold it) 2013 ram 1500 hemi, had it for 5yrs now and all i replaced was a water pump. My buddy has a 2020 ram 1500 V6 engine and had to take it in cuz he was smelling fuel inside the cabin.

[@Ryan-ub8vb]

I had a 2019 V-6 and the overall power was adequate at lower elevations, especially after I installed a pedal commander to get rid of the throttle lag (it had the 3.21 gears) during takeoff. In hilly or mountainous areas, it hunted the gears and regularly ran near 4k rpm's barely loaded to maintain interstate speeds. The truck itself was great, the 3.6 was merely okay. Also, my gas mileage was never close to the EPA ratings, whereas I regularly hit it with my 22' 2.7 F-150 and can still smoke a hemi. Waiting for the 3L Hurricane to arrive for the Ram' then I'm trading in my Ford lol

[@bultacowally]

Yeah sure.... There is ALWAYS one of those "My car is faster than your car" guys in every motor vehicle comment section...Grow up little man nobody gives a F*** about your Ford truck

[@yuppystick]

You're not smoking a hemi, you're smoking crack.

[@BlakWiseCracker]

You’re definitely taking Fentanyl” if you think that pos F150 can take on a Hemi” an F150 can get up but, it ain’t no Hemi” try comparing it to Nissan Titan, GMC Colorado or Canyon

[@Ryan-ub8vb]

@@BlakWiseCracker lol good one bud. Meth fumes must be strong inside your slow hemi today

[@charliegodinez9655]

This will be a perfect fit for the new Dakota

[@EC_ATV_Outdoors]

Since you’re doing pros and cons, it might have been a good idea to note the hemi has issues too. Two ticks, 1) the header bolts break and you get a leak that ticks. $800 per side at the dealer because of busted bolt recovery. 2) the hemi tick. Which the odds of getting are near removed if you don’t idle. Just get in a drive.

[@Thetreecutter]

I've got a '12 Ram with 148,962 trouble free miles. Use Mobil 1 5W20 oil in Summer & 0W 10 in winter. Change oil every 4000 miles. Bought it new.

[@Iberian247]

I’m curious about the longevity of the eTorque. For those of us that keep a vehicle for a long time, I’d hate to replace the Lithium battery, especially when they stop making that specific size/setup.

[@ianscreamsvideo]

I was googling it after seeing a few people screaming to avoid the etorque. Looks like some lemon law class actions already underway and major etorque failures including kicking in the emergency brake while driving at highway speeds? Leaking rear windows hitting the battery, pcm failures. Just seems like headache.

[@jpmergenhagen6655]

Thx for the info on the pentastar V6 I just bought a 2023 & love it!! I love your 2500 Cummins diesel!! My next truck!!!

[@Rnemhrd]

Ram van/peomaster is why it's "ram's" best selling engine.

[@kuhndog-1196]

I couldn't do a truck with a v6. I'm too old school. I mean the sound of a v8 alone is enough for me. I also just like the power delivery from a v8 better. I'll take a hit on fuel consumption. Speaking of fuel consumption lol, when do we get another video on the powerwagon?

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I'm exactly with you. a good old pick up truck should have that snarly v8 sound to it. but as simple as the v6 is, it would probably run and drive just fine for most people. as for the power wagon I was really hoping the snow would have fallen by now but we are still waiting. I want to get her in the snow!

[@kuhndog-1196]

@@TheGettyAdventures I totally agree as far as the point of it being enough for a lot of people. Just not for me lol. I'm looking forward to seeing more PW content. Really considering one.

[@Thisthat1234]

My 2019 ram 1500 with the 3.6 has had so many issues. Spent about 7 total months at the dealer getting work done. BCPM failure, had to have the e-torque batter replaced, coolant leak, transmission sensor replacement, oil leak, rear speed sensor failure. Would shut off at low speed, not to mention the A/C sucks from factory.

[@billjamison2877]

If you are buying a 1500 series truck to do "work", haul loads and tow occasionally, to me, a V-8 is a necessity. I can see V-6 truck being used for light delivery or a grocery getter and an occasional trip to a Home Depot. Just my personal opinion. Great video Alex!

[@tuffmccabe3097]

I pull more with my 3.6 than I do with a 5.7. I get way better gas mileage and pulls just as great. I've got scale tickets from Texas to CA with 9600 pounds behind me.

[@jasonlaverdiere974]

Fantastic and informative review, thanks for posting! 👍

[@_jcrawford04]

Awesome video. Very thorough thanks for all the info!

[@kenzeier2943]

I read the comments (some very informative) and listened to this video (very knowledgeable speaker) and here are my conclusions: for me, trailering a horse in the Sierra mountains is going to be a struggle at 7000 feet elevation even with my Brenderup trailer (1300 pounds empty, then add an 1100# Arabian) where I’ll be well within the GCWR for the Tradesman. I read one comment about the engine screaming at 4000 rpm in the mountains. That was a little scary. The speaker recommended using higher octane fuel which offsets the mpg advantage. It sounds like the V6 is for the flat lander hauling groceries. BTW, I test drove the V6 yesterday on the flat, not in the mountains, and not towing, and it was a nice truck so it is a good choice probably for the commuter. I also want 4x4 so I am not stuck on a dirt path in the mountains with my horse and trailer. I am keeping by 2005 Ram 3500 2WD (duh, why didn’t I have the sense to get 4x4 then-thought I was saving money then) for the big tows on pavement only (gooseneck horse trailer). The Ram 3500 has 95000 miles and is a beast and smooth as silk. With the 5.9L engine it pulls the 10,000#. Trailer in the mountains like a breeze running at 1,400 rpm about. Never a problem with that truck and its been to Montana and back to Cali.

[@samarch2189]

But to ask another question. What will the fuel efficiency of the 3.0L Hurricane Engine be when it's introduced to the RAM Pickups. How will what compare with the 5.7L Hemi MDS and 3.6L Pentastar?

[@MrCravin8388]

I love love love my 3.6 2014 Challenger! 148k with a radiator fan replacement and a blend door actuator...really? All it has been is filters, fluids and fun. Put a Pedal Commander on it and hit the gas in the turns. I like how it develops power also, It almost has a Euro feel to it. I may add a Borla exhaust just to give it that nice sound.

[@NorthCountryOutdoors522]

For someone like me who just hauls atv's dirtbikes and lumber, a v6 truck is perfect for me because i have a long commute.

[@ericshaw6100]

The ecodiesel was something along the lines of 30 mpg and i was averaging 33 on long highway trips back when i had one.

[@SupramanTRD]

I really wanted to give the ecodiesel a shot. But cam gear sprockets breaking free, bearing failure, and crankshafts splitting in half is just too much risk. Hemi is no better with the lack of oil to the cam which causes the cam/lifter failure. Pentastar is your best bet.

[@kenmercer2948]

my 2019 1500 classic 3.6 gets an average of 22.8 mpg in San Francisco bay area traffic with 89 fuel

[@kennetmann2451]

I have a 2014 with the pentastar. The oil sender went spewing oil all over the engine bay... probably due to severe cold temperatures (-42 degrees). It's a know weakness in the engine.

[@spaceminions]

I suspect when someone drives aggressively with a hemi they expect the poor mileage, but when they do it with a v6 they blame the engine.

[@workingmanmike]

Why did they discontinue the 4.7 L V8? I have the 2012 Ram with the 4.7 and it's a great truck with good power without being a gas hog. Great review, thanks.

[@jeremiahbass4418]

Just bought a used Dodge tradesman today it has 171386 miles on it .I was overly impressed with the little V6 . It has was more power than the Triton 5.4 I had in my Ford F-150

[@bryan5129]

Hello how are you doing I've been watching your video on the V6 Dodge I've got one in the pickup truck love it to death I'm a Canadian I drive to my Cottage 2 hours away up and down Hills my gas gauge reads 9.8 sometimes less on the gas gauge that's equivalent to 32 miles a gallon power is there for what I need I can pull a trailer no problem

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Thats awesome fuel mileage!

[@richardkent9621]

The spark plug fires before top dead center. Detonation can happen at the same time as the spark plug firing, but now two places are making pressure and not the way the engine was designed to run.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

yes technically the spark plug fires before, but I didn't want to get too technical lol

[@gmgrammer9851]

have owned two of them a 2011 and a 2018, both developed a cracked head, chrysler wouldnt fix the 09, ended up giving the vehicle to a neighbor who drove it with the cracked head for several more years until the transmission went out. chyrsler replaced the head on the 18 and im still driving it 66k miles so far.

[@mikegirard4388]

Works great in our 4000lb minivan with 800lbs of people and dogs, plenty in reserve…. So in a 5000lb pickup hauling nothing, like I see 99% of the time, should work great. The concern for me is the junk 9 speed automatic it’s paired with. I’m just waiting for it to fail.

[@jamesmcintire3800]

In my experience with 6 cylinder engines in full size trucks it’s not often worth it as the fuel economy difference is so minimal. All you’re giving up is the extra power for bigger hills. I had an F150 with the 3.7 V6 for a couple years and was really disappointed in the fuel efficiency of the truck. Around town I was getting low teens and around 20 on the highway. Those are V8 numbers. The 3.7 was a very good engine for Ford, just not a good choice for the F150

[@WillysOverland]

I have a 2018 1500 with the 5.7 42k on mileage. I drive mostly city, 2-3 miles a day redlight to redlight and sit in some drive thrus for food most days. I average 6.5-7 MPG. YES 6.5-7 MPG. If you do a lot or all city driving, stay away from the Hemi!

[@DavidDerr-xs5xe]

I have none of them issues with my 2015 5.7 hemi with 320.000 miles with 5w30 in winter An 10w 30 Valvoline high mileage red bottle an jB lube every 50.000 with no issues

[@arthursmith643]

Do not let the hemi engine idle if you can help it. The oil doesn’t get splashed around at low rpm.

[@taylorsampson5434]

I have a Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 with a V6 engine. (33k miles) This is my first ever pickup I’m having some buyers remorse because it’s not a V8. (I had to get out of a car that had a lot of problems underneath that I couldn’t afford to fix) The truck has been great thus far(haven’t had it long) Did I make a good choice? What do you think?

[@ALIMANOUCHEHRI-s8d]

What about the E-torque system? in a 2023? is the hybrid system reliable itself other than the engine?

[@charleysantini]

Just recently purchased a 2019 V6 4x4 Bighorn with 51,000k on it. Soon as I left the dealer I was over taking a slow moving farm truck on some back roads. Was at a stop sign , then opened her up to go around and check engine light came on along with the auto start/stop warning light. Took it to get code read and gave a P0304 code cylinder 4. Took it back to dealer few days later when he told me was a good day to bring it and currently still awaiting the results of the issue. Can anyone shed some light on that?

[@HeavenBoundSaint777]

I have a 2018 Ram 1500. Had a problem with cylinder 4 misfire 2 weeks ago. Took it to mechanic. The problem was aftermarket spark plugs. No problems as of now.

[@joeb2588]

Hey great video! Curious. From what I understand, the 2025 Ram Pentastar engine has 5w30 as an optional oil that can be used in place of the 0w20. I hear that the 5w30 is the weight this engine e really needs. What is your thought?

[@13612]

change the spark plugs on the 3.6 and tell me which is better....Hemi sucks for that, but the 3.6 is a total PIA vehicle for basic maintenance.

[@andrewcrutchfueld2350]

I have a 2015 ram 1500 3.6l pentastar engine with 256,000 mile still runs like new only problem I’ve have is I replaced the lifters twice so far and it always wear out on the driver side cylinder 7

[@davidvandyk1171]

Drive the 3.6 like it's a 5.7 and it will burn gas like one. Pretend it's a 4cyl. and presto! 31mpg. on the highway. (2022 Durango)

[@SteegeFish]

I tried to listen to what you were saying but all I could do was stare at your power wagon.

[@benji05.....]

Love you're videos sir do you think doing a air intake and muffler delete would help keep the motor cooler so it could help with those minor problems

[@csinalabama73]

I really like my 2019 with the 3.6. I average 18 mpg but I run A/T tires and the stop / start is deactivated. I notice you did not mention the largest problem - oil cooler leaks due to heat / over cranking of the oil filter cap.

[@danielbarrett6026]

I'm getting 21mpg with my 2022 Ram 1500 5.7 etorque 4x4 crew cab on highway in the winter and 22mpg in the summer w/ a 3.92 rear end.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Thats actually wild. With 3.92 rear end. Wow

[@glenparks5175]

Those Hemi are doing better and be/er on fuel and have plenty of power

[@WBOS72]

Keep in mind the bulk of the forums are USA based. The higher legal speed limits affect the mpg, at the slower speeds up here, the pentastar will get better mpg. My 17 ram 1500 hemi was notbthe best on gas. No etorque for me.

[@samarch2189]

That very impressive fuel economy for a full size truck. My 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 4.7L Gen III gets about 16.7mpg on average combined. Man that 4.7 is thirsty!

[@vr4787]

Still miss my 06 Dakota, 4.7 was thirty but it loved to get at it!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Ya those engines were thirty!!

[@samarch2189]

@@TheGettyAdventures LOL, He knew what you meant!

[@ecoreas3878]

I work for an ambulance company that uses the ram promaster vans. These vans have the V6 and you better believe these vans get used and abused. I’ve seen some with 300,000+ miles.

[@GIGABACHI]

If by tried and true you mean the one that eats camshafts and rocker arms for breakfast, lunch and dinner . . . then yes, you're absolutely right. 👌😂 Edit: Forgot to mention the leaky engine oil cooler too buried between cylinder heads under the intake.😂

[@sumohung3185]

always had cars ...will b my 1st pup truck....want to compare....dont need hemi...too much gas...didnt even knw it makes 3.6 penastar....which they put in dodge grand caravan.....thats what i got in my 2020 ......just want a pup truck to move household items thats all...... so just want to compare..... good 2 hear that u saying its more reliable then HEMI........cant imagine how much gas it drinks....its like me drinking water......LOL...... good video.....good review.................

[@robertharron1110]

Love my Ram with the 3.6 but only get 17mpg

[@Tylnorton]

Are you getting better than 17mpg now? Winter fuel is less efficient than summer fuel. I was getting 16-17mpg in my V6 and now I'm back to 19-20mpg.

[@aaronschinlaub9704]

Yeah I know another guy that's got the V6 pentastar and he says he averages 22 on the interstate and he said even in town bombing around he never gets under 18 normally 19 and it's a four-wheel drive four-door crew cab short bed truck with etoric he said if you're real generous with it you can get it up to about 24 to 25 on the interstate but you have to be on the interstate for quite a while

[@TheGettyAdventures]

That's still really good for a pick up truck. can't complain about that!

[@NotHomeownerApproved]

Enjoy the plastic oil cooler going out after 40k miles. Had to replace mine twice before I sold it.

[@SupramanTRD]

Not my favorite engine, but Chrysler uses it in absolutely everything. It's comparable to a Toyota GR engine. It's not fast or powerful, but it is reliable. Well I mean as compared to an ecodiesel or hemi for that matter.

[@9546aw]

I owned a 2015 Chrysler 200C with the same engine with no issues except for one: There is an oil cooler that is mounted on top of the intake manifold. There is nothing wrong with that location except the oil cooler is made of plastic. If you have one of these engines and find so much as a drop of oil underneath the vehicle, change the oil cooler and spend the extra bucks to get an ALL METAL oil cooler. The oil cooler on my car failed totally and I lost the contents of most of the crankcase. It was an unbelievable mess. Why in the name of God do they use a plastic oil cooler?

[@JayNoQuarterReagan]

I honestly as a truck owner don’t buy a truck for fuel efficiency. I’d rather have the towing capacity and that famous V8 exhaust sound. More power to those that want a V6 however, if you want a V6 go to Jeep for. Grand Cherokee or Wrangler. Especially you heard him if you want the crew cab you get less towing. 6300 is almost useless imo. The cons make it not worth it either. It’s been said the new I6 Hurricane engines come with turbos. Picture this, turbos go out all the towing power goes out.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Well said sir! nothing wrong with the v6 engine it will run and drive just fine. but if you are truly buying a truck to be a truck. the 5.7 is the only option. tons of power, sounds wonderful and you'll get 10,000+ lbs of towing.

[@raymondpiovesan5903]

I wished you would have mentioned if it has port and dire t

[@okcmoparguy724]

Enjoy your videos but your data on the cylinder head is incorrect. There's no detonation problem, more of a stem/guide issue causing misfires on early build engines. With very basic maintenance this engine is incredibly durable and a very good overall performer especially considering no GDI or turbos.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I will have to double check my facts, thank you for bringing that up. But it seems like as you said if good maintenance these engines will run for a long time.

[@warrenanthony8160]

I have a 2022 reg cab short bed 4x4 20inch tires V6 love it so far. Bought new Oct. 2022

[@tjadventures]

Really nice video, thank you!

[@LaurenceMSchwarz]

So, the question begs, if I’m not towing anything, and I’m pretty much just doing city driving (I want “Real” 4WD, not the Quadra-Trac I on the new Grand Cherokee Altitude X), and I don’t plan on doing any hauling (I really want a truck because they’re super safe, and I like a lot of space), would I be dumb for getting the Hemi? I’m planning on buying a new 2023 Big Horn.

[@0159ralph]

My 2012 Challenger & AWD 300 has the 3.6 and both are great. However my ram has the 5.7 Hemi, the 3.6 is taxed and works hard to move a half ton. After 2024 I think the 3.6 will go away and be replaced by a 4 banger The 3.0 Hurricane inline 6. These new engines are new and probably will have its teething issues.

[@Sasquatchflow]

Is this the same engine that’s in the Wangler?

[@WeSRT4]

Ram needs to tighten up. This base engine doesn't cut it anymore!

[@garthlundquist3623]

A 1% failure rate is not low. Go ahead, roll the dice!

[@froggygamer1716]

What would you recommend between the ram 3.6l or the f150 2.7l

[@cristianreichert551]

Hey is the 3,6 l with Gas good?

[@jonathankhatskelevich7804]

That 3.6 isn’t a slouch. It’s a great dependable engine and matted with the e torque your getting a 7k towing.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

You really can't complain about that!

[@aarsenalfan]

I would never get e-anything, let alone v6 🥶