Informed Decisions: A 2022 Ram 1500 Buyer's Guide
It may seem like car advertisements are only geared toward families looking for a midsize SUV. There's certainly a market there, so it makes sense that the manufacturers target that market. However, that is not the only market. Sometimes you need a big work truck. Of course, you know there are plenty of great truck options out there, so how do you choose the right one? With trucks, the best way to decide is to experience the vehicle firsthand, so the best thing you can do is get behind the wheel. And if you're trying to get behind the wheel, it is time to seek out a Ram 1500 dealer like Londonderry CDJR.
Ram is completely dedicated to mastering the art of building pickup trucks. If you've seen one of these popular trucks driving on the road (or off the road), you know that they stand out, even among other trucks. There's a boldness to their architecture that lets you know they are high-level trucks. The Ram 1500 has gone even bolder for 2022. With this in mind, we'd like to provide you with a brief 2022 Ram 1500 buyer's guide, outlining some of the key details you'll want to know so that you can make the most of your Ram trucking experience.
Unsurpassed Engineering
The Ram 1500 has always had good engineering, but it went above and beyond with the TRX trim. Offering a 6.2-litre supercharged HEMI V8 engine, the TRX is redefining what a modern truck can be. Supercharged is the key word here, and it's not just to sound cool; it actually does mean something! By using a compressor to force additional air into the combustion chambers, the engine can provide higher performance than the larger 6.4-litre HEMI in the Ram 3500.
What does higher performance look like in this supercharged engine? Well, 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque is certainly a little bit higher than the competition. Actually, it's a lot higher. With this engine, the Ram 1500 TRX can reach a top speed of 190 kilometres per hour. We won't encourage you to go that fast, and we hope you never will on public streets. But the fact that you can is the sign of a really good engine.
This powerful engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that offers full manual control via a set of steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. If you want to command each gear shift yourself, you can. If not, the transmission will shift for you. Shifting gears manually is a great way to engage with your truck more directly, but most drivers like having an automatic transmission. This way, you will have the best of both worlds!
Even more exciting than that, though, is the full-time four-wheel drive capability; this means your Ram 1500 TRX will be ready for dynamic terrain at all times and able to spring into action during difficult maneuvers. There are also six selectable driving modes, all unique to the TRX trim. Driver-selectable modes are a fantastic development of modern vehicle technology and engineering. They can optimize the kind of driving you need even further than mere two-wheel drive vs four-wheel drive. Instead, they put the vehicle in a position to drive in a specific type of terrain, such as mud or snow. What's more, shifting modes is as easy as the touch of a button!
These performance features are a huge step forward––not only for Ram but for the trucking industry as a whole. Nowhere else will you find a supercharged engine producing 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. Those are numbers usually associated with race cars, not pickup trucks, so the fact that the Ram 1500 is achieving such specs means that it's the kind of truck you'll want to invest in. The impressive numbers, combined with the advanced four-wheel drive technology and driving modes, make the Ram 1500 TRX something truly special.
Work-Ready Capability
Impressive performance specs are great, but there are other kinds of vehicles that offer high horsepower. If you're looking for a pickup truck, you likely want a vehicle that can haul heavy loads. There's a reason that the pickup bed is there in the first place. But it's not only the bed; pickups are also built to tow. So, what does cargo-hauling look like in the 2022 Ram 1500?
Let's start with the pickup bed since that is likely to be your primary go-to for cargo hauling. The 2022 Ram 1500 offers a maximum payload of 1,043 kilograms. That is a very generous payload capacity for a full-size truck that is not in the heavy-duty category. The maximum bed volume is 1,700 litres, which is certainly a great size, but it is almost mysterious that you can fit 1,043 kilograms in a bed of that size.
Having such payload capacity makes it far easier to get difficult jobs done, and it means that you'll be able to fill up with more cargo before having to hitch up your trailer. But when it's time for trailering, Ram certainly delivers. With a maximum towing capacity of 5,783 kilograms, there is very little that the Ram 1500 can't tow. That impressive tow rating allows you to haul boats, campers, trailers, and anything else you can imagine.
Just to make cargo-hauling easier, the truck's bed offers an available step for easy access and a power-release dampened tailgate, making it easier to load and unload with full hands. These kinds of little features sometimes sound trivial and seem like they may be a waste of money. But while not everybody needs them, if loading and unloading is a consistent part of your trucking life, those little details make a huge difference in the long term. Now, if loading and unloading is a theme for you, then you'll want to make sure that the cargo inside is kept safe. Well, Ram has a system to make sure that happens.
The RamBox Cargo Management System is a special compartment built into the side of the bed for smaller pieces of cargo, such as tools or more valuable items. This compartment is lockable so that everything stays safe and drainable so that everything stays dry. What's more, it offers a 115-volt power outlet. So, if you're at the worksite and need to plug in a tool or even just charge your phone, your truck will have you covered. RamBox includes LED lighting so that you see exactly what you're doing, and it is lockable with your key fob, so it really is secure from disturbances. RamBox is a game-changer for workers needing better truck storage.
Increased Efficiency
Trucks have not always been known for their efficiency. But the tides are turning. At least they are for Ram. The base 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 engine and the available 5.7-litre HEMI V8 engine both offer eTorque to greatly increase your trucking efficiency. The "e" in "eTorque" indicates "electric." You know where this is going: a hybrid system! Hybrids are one of the best ways to go right now because they give you the efficiency of going electric without some of the unfortunate inconveniences of going all electric in the current market.
Efficiency is one of the biggest assets a vehicle can offer, especially a work truck. Sometimes you have to decide between maximum capability and maximum efficiency. If you're not travelling far, but the jobs are hard, then maximum capability is probably the best choice. But if you're travelling far and the jobs are lighter, then efficiency will be a money-saver over the long term.
Making Choices
The Ram 1500 is a great truck. But greatness takes on many different forms. There are countless ways to optimize your 2022 Ram 1500, so you should understand how to make the most of it. Engine choice greatly affects performance, efficiency, towing, and payload. Plus, when it comes to towing and payload, small features can also make a huge difference in how hard you have to work; knowing which features are and are not necessary for your work life is important when deciding upon the options you want in your Ram 1500. It's a great truck no matter how you cut it. But if you want it to be perfect, then visit Londonderry CDJR and let us help!