The Ram 1500 arrived in 2009, kickstarting a new image for pickup trucks. No longer was it a given that rides in your pickup would be a tad bit uncomfortable because the Ram 1500 featured a cabin outfitted in luxury materials, completely changing the game. Flash forward to the 2022 Ram 1500, and we get more than ever before. In fact, the new Ram 1500 was added to Car and Driver’s 10Best list in recognition of its smooth and accurate steering, supple wheel control, and excellent refinement like no other pickup on the market.
Equipped with a base 3.6-liter that delivers 305-hp, 2022 Ram 1500 owners will have the perfect balance of work and play. Drivers can also opt to pair with a shorter axle ratio, which allows for a tow rating of up to 7690 pounds. Further upgrades are available as well, with its most tow-capable configuration being the V-8 Ram which is rated to tow 12,750 pounds. The 2022 Ram 1500 effortlessly balances power and play, labor and luxury, and consistency and comfort.
The fun-to-drive new Ram 1500 excels at all things pickup while providing refinement you won’t find in another pickup. With noise as low as 65 decibels at 70 mph as well as low vibration and harshness, the pickup will feel smooth as ever; you may just forget you’re on the job and hauling supplies! Drivers are given a 5.0-inch touchscreen as standard in the base truck, but the exciting available upgrade to the 8.4-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, or the 12.0-inch display are both great options for those looking for further functionality when it comes to infotainment-related features.
As we look to the interior of the 2022 Ram 1500, we see a wide front bench which makes it easier than ever to seat three up front. While the Quad Cab is a quite spacious four-door, drivers can opt for the larger Crew Cab, a four-door that has a backseat that will practically make your passengers feel that they are sitting in their very own studio apartment.
Altogether, the new Ram 1500 sits at the crux of refinement, bang for your buck, high functionality, and fun-to-drive. There is nearly nothing the 2022 Ram 1500 is missing. There is no doubt that the pickup most certainly deserves our praise.