Looking to buy a new pickup truck? If yes, there is no other option out there that is as decked out as the 2022 RAM 1500. We at Gene’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM located in Fairbanks, Alaska bring you this article to give you a detailed overview of the new 2022 RAM 1500 along with its features and configurations.
The 2022 RAM 1500 offered in six trims - Tradesman®, Big Horn®, Laramie®, Rebel®, Limited Longhorn™, and Limited. And if that is not enough, RAM also offers a variety of configurations and packages. The 2022 RAM 1500 gets a couple of interesting updates that include a sporty G/T package for the Laramie and Rebel trims, a rugged BackCountry Edition, and a more luxurious version of the high-end Limited trim which is known as the 10th Anniversary Edition.
Performance |
Exterior |
Features |
3.6-liter V-6 |
Perimeter/Approach Lights |
5-inch touch screen display |
305 hp / 269 ft-lbs. ((features eTorque mild-hybrid system that adds up to 90 pound-feet of torque) |
Driver and Passenger Heated Mirror |
Synthetic leather and cloth upholstery |
Eight-speed Automatic Transmission |
Daytime Running Lights |
Six-speaker Sound System |
Rear-wheel Drive |
Rear Bumper Step |
Bluetooth Connectivity |
Other than the standard V-6 mentioned in the table above, the RAM 1500 can also be configured with a couple of impressive engine options, including a 5.7-liter V-8 that produces 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque, an eTorque mild-hybrid system integrated with the same 5.7-liter V-8 that adds up to 130 pound-feet of torque, a 3.0-liter V-6 Diesel that produces 260 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque, and a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine that pumps out 702 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque offered in the RAM 1500 TRX that is sold as a standalone vehicle.
Synthetic leather-and-cloth upholstery drapes the base trim. Opting for the top-tier trims can get you Genuine leather upholstery, eight-way power-adjustable front seats, front-row captain's chairs with a center console, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. Features are also quite extensive. The seats are cozy and comfortable for people of all sizes. The base trim gets a five-inch touchscreen display with a six-speaker sound system and Bluetooth connectivity. As you go up the trim ladder, 1500 gets upgraded features like dual-zone automatic climate control, satellite radio, HD Radio, an 8.4-inch or a 12-inch touch screen, single- or dual-pane sunroof, navigation system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless device charging, a Wi-Fi hot spot, multiple premium stereo system options, and additional USB ports. The infotainment system is easy to use and works seamlessly even with extensive usage.
Coming to safety, 1500 gets standard safety features like Blind Spot Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Cross-Traffic Alert, Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Front Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Front Side Air Bag, Electronic Stability Control, Child Safety Locks, and Traction Control, to name a few.