Experience the Power of the 2020 Dodge Ram

A truck is hardly worth your time if it isn’t powerful enough to handle your daily tasks and chores, which is why the 2020 Dodge Ram is a top choice for so many people. Take a look at some of the impressive features of the various available engines. You’ll see where the Ram gets its high towing and payload numbers.

Standard eTorque V-6 engine

At the basic level, the 2020 Ram comes with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, which pumps out 305 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, can haul a payload of 2,000 pounds and can tow up to 7,730 pounds. For a light-duty truck engine, this impressive creation offers more than enough power for the average pickup driver. The eight-speed automatic transmission paired to the V-6 gives the Ram enough of a smooth acceleration to balance out its brawny strength. The engine uses wide-range variable valve timing and two-step variable valve lift so that even when putting in a heavy performance, the V-6 doesn’t waste precious fuel.

5.7-Liter V-8 HEMI Upgrade

For drivers who need to tow large vehicles, trailers full of construction equipment, and other heavy burdens, the Ram also offers an available engine upgrade: a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 available on the Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, and Rebel trim levels. Delivering 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque, the V-8 will carry a 1,900-pound payload but will tow up to 11,620 pounds when fully equipped. It also included an Active Noise Control system, which balances out the roar of the engine at highway speeds and makes your ride more comfortable for passengers, without sacrificing on power. The V-8 upgrade also includes a larger fuel tank, 26 gallons, to keep you on the road and trail for longer.

eTorque V-8 Hybrid Upgrade

Making the move from the standard Pentastar V-6 to the V-8 follows a simple philosophy: bigger equals stronger. But can improved efficiency also lead to increased power output? Dodge certainly thinks so, and thus the 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI engine can also be further upgraded with an eTorque hybrid technology, similar to what comes standard as part of the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine’s setup. If your goal is maximum capability numbers, this is the configuration for you. The hybrid-upgraded V-8 has the same horsepower and torque numbers, but payload jumps up to 2,300 pounds, and the tow rating climbs to 12,750 pounds when fully equipped.

Turbo Diesel 3.0-Liter V-6

Lastly, for drivers who have a ready source of diesel fuel and prefer the performance of a diesel engine, the 2020 Ram also offers an incredibly powerful 3.0-liter Turbo Diesel V-6 engine. Sporting 260 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque, you’ll feel the tank-like crawl of this powerful engine at low speeds. Despite being a V-6, the engine still hauls up to 1,810 pounds with the right trim and package combination, and the tow rating reaches 10,040 pounds.

The 2020 Dodge Ram offers a great spread of powerful engines, and that’s not even looking at the capabilities of its Super Duty 2500 and 3500 models for specialist needs. If you’re eager to own a new truck that doesn’t compromise on capability, you’ll be more than pleased with the latest Ram.

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