2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD Review

Pickup truck lovers across America are choosing the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD as their choice for a tough, able and affordable full-sized truck option. It looks aggressive; it's bold forward-designed grille grabs your eyes. High-grade interior materials are matched nicely with innovative features. And with your choice between 3 engines, 3 cab styles, and 3 wheelbase lengths, you'll be able to custom order the Ram that suits you best. Work, play and everyday driving are all made comfortable and enjoyable.

The base engine of the 2010 Dodge Ram is a 3.7L V6 that generates 215 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 235 lb-ft of torque at 4000. Get stronger with the available 4.7L 310hp 330 lb-ft V8. And for those that require maximum power, there's also a 5.7L 390-horse 407 lb-ft HEMI V8. Payload ratings range by trim from 1160 pounds up to 1900 and maximum towing tops at 6700 pounds.

A multi-link rear coil spring suspension system improves ride quality and handling over the tradition leaf/sprig systems. The Dodge Ram 4WD 1500 performs as well crashing through the dirt as it does taking a stylish cruise down Main Street. It's safe too: double 5-star safe for driver and passenger frontal crash tests according to the NHTSA. The list of standard safety/comfort features includes:

• Electronic stability control
• Electronic traction control
• Trailer sway con trol
• Side curtain airbags
• 4-wheel ABS braking

Optional features for the 2010 Dodge Ram include:

• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Rear backup camera
• Rear parking sensors
• Power adjustable pedals

The 2010 1500 4WD Dodge Ram features excellent audio and entertainment options including a 30-gig multimedia hard drive navigation system. You may also rock on with SIRIUS Backseat TV, rear-seat DVD monitors and more. The popular RamBox storage system is included on Crew Cab trims and features lockable bed-rail bins that light up for easy access and safe storage. The Ram underwent a comprehensive redesign last year and carries over largely unchanged.

Retail pricing as suggested by Dodge for the 2010 4WD Ram 1500 ranges from $20,610 up to $42,650. There are 20 unique trims to select from, all with their own combinations of features for delivering what buyers require. Again trim-dependent, EPA estimations for fuel economy range from 14/20 mpg city/highway to 13/18 mpg.

On the inside of the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD, you'll have plenty of room including 41 inches of head room, 66 inches of shoulder room, 64 inches of hip room and 41 inches of leg room. It requires almost 23 feet of turning radius and arrives fitted with either a 26 or 32-gallon fuel tank. Test drive one today and discover the boldness, durability and unapologetic nature of the new Ram.