Thursday, October 3, 2013
Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Review
Emerging from the herd of 120 long horn cattle driven by 10 cowboys on horseback in the middle of Washington Boulevard Detroit, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram made its debut at the 2008 North American International Auto.
"Since the dawn to look for" big truck, Dodge Ram has always been a game-changer, "said Jim Press, Vice President and President, Chrysler LLC." And this is our new game changer. - All-new Dodge Ram 2009, which is packed with features pick-up the first and best in class "
In 1994, Dodge introduced a revolutionary Ram in the light pickup market with the "big rig" styling and iconic crosshair grille.
"We put a truck on the market that has tripled its market share," said Ralph Gilles, Vice President - Jeep ® / Truck Design Studio, Chrysler LLC "Our design polarizing - people loved it or. Hate, but people who liked it, they are still buying , because Dodge Ram continues to stand out from the herd of trucks me-too ... "
To re-design a new generation Ram, Dodge pulled out all the stops.
"Our mandate is to make a quantum leap and add even more voltage to Ram," said Scott Kunselman, Vice President - Product Teams body-on-frame "Our new 2009 Dodge Ram is a game-changer in. Terms of capacity, expertise, convenience, and of security. "
Capacity
In addition to the new generation 5.7-liter HEMI which produces 380 hp (283 kW) and 404 lb.-ft. (548 N • m) of torque, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram offers a 4.7-liter V-8 from 310 horsepower (231 kW) and 330 lb.-ft. (447 N • m) of torque 3.7-liter V-6 that produces 215 horsepower (160 kW) and 235 lb.-ft. (319 N • m) torque, four and five automatic transmission, part-time and on-demand transfer case for four-wheel drive, and 3.21, ratio 3.55, 3.92 and 4.10.
Equipped with the new HEMI, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram R / T regular cab 4x2 model with a short bed and 4:10 gear blasts from 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds.
All-new Dodge Ram 2009 is available in the cabin, regular and Quad Cab ® size of cabin crew, with three box length: 8 feet (regular cab), 6 feet 4 inches (regular cab and Quad Cab), and the new-for-2009 box length of 5 feet 7 inches (Ram crew 1500). Five trim levels are available, each with a unique appearance: ST, SLT, TRX, Sport and Laramie are top-of-the-line.
An improved frame design incorporating high-strength steel supports the suspension of new batteries, a first in this segment of the spring, rear multi-link the increase of travel and handling without sacrificing payload (up to £ 1850 estimated) and towing capacity (up to £ 9100 estimated).
Comfort
All-new Dodge Ram 2009 1500 including crew available in the first segment of the transportation management system that provides RamBox weather, lockable storage compartment built into illuminated and drainable two sides for easy access and convenience Fender. Each box holds up to 4.3 cubic feet of another - for example, five cases (120 cans) of 12 oz beverage.
This system includes a bed extender RamBox divider/2-foot for large loads and a rail system with sliding, adjustable cleats for tie-adjusted far below capacity. Bak of the 2009 Dodge Ram features a standard feature that helps reduce the effort required to lift and close the back door.
Another segment-first innovation for the new Dodge Ram 1500 2009 crew is a pair of "shop floor" bins with removable liners that offer even more versatile storage - large enough for ten 12 oz beverage and ice.
There are many other convenient storage locations throughout the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram including a large glove box above, map pockets in door panels and center console is configured. Overall, there are nearly twice as many storage locations (38) in the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram than on previous models.
Electronic and infotainment choices technically sophisticated but easy to navigate, including MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment with a 30 gigabyte hard drive, navigation system and rear seat DVD entertainment system available in the Quad Cab and crew cab. Also available is the first-in-segment live SIRIUS Backseat TV ™ and segment-first surround-sound audio.
Other luxury amenities in the first segment of the temperature and ventilated heated front seats, available heated rear seats, first-Dodge heated steering wheel for a touch up / down driver and passenger windows, automatic headlights and dual-zone automatic control - a first for Dodge Ram.
Job
In addition to the exterior, interior brand new 2009 Dodge Ram stands out with a new emphasis on expertise expressed in premium interior, including six-ring instrumentation, redesigned controls, chrome accents, premium seats with improved bolsters and two-tone upholstery. An automatic transmission floor shifter, incorporated into a configurable center console, available for the first time in Dodge Ram. All 2009 Dodge Ram interiors are significantly upgraded with "soft touch" materials that the industrys first two-tone technology and premium fit and finish. Full-width contrasting stitching is offered on soft-touch dashboard for Sport and Laramie.
Outside, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram features a redesigned aluminum hood with a large power bulge and leaning front grille, giving the "upside down, ready to charge" attitude, while front and rear bumpers wrap around each body side of the rear bumper on HEMI-equipped models are unanimous in dual chrome exhaust tips -.. the first in a light pickup Attractive 20-inch wheels are available in three styles. frame is stretched to cover frame rails for a premium appearance Badge of three-dimensional, rather than decals., and is designed to stand out. sheeps head insignia sculpted tailgate is 250 percent larger than the previous badge.
Security
On the safety front, all-new 2009 Dodge Ram offers more than 30 active and passive safety characteristics, including standard front airbags and rear side curtain systems for improved accident response, knee bolsters, seat belt safety with pre-tensioners, ABS brakes, BeltAlert System ®, and Electronic Stability Control, and available adjustable pedals, ParkSense ® Rear Park Assist and Parkview ® rear camera.
Manufacturing
All-new 2009 Dodge Ram will be built in two locations: Quad Cab and Ram Crew 1500 models will be built at the Warren assembly plant (Michigan), and the cabin crew and regular Ram 1500 models will be built in St. Louis North Assembly Plan in Fenton, Missouri
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