2020 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity and Payload
The 2020 Ram 1500 is here. Critics and customers alike are loving it. It comes as no surprise given the positive reception of the previous 2019 model. Edmunds gave the 2020 Ram 1500 the title “Top Rated Truck of 2020;” likewise, Car and Driver listed the new 1500 on their 2020 “10Best” list, slotting it in as the best truck of the year. One of the reasons why it won these distinctions is its utility. So…
How much can the 2020 Ram 1500 tow?
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Class-Leading Utility
The max towing rating is 12,750 lbs. This number is powered by the 5.7L HEMI V8 with eTorque. The engine puts out 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. If you prefer diesel, you can get similar numbers with improved gas mileage, up to 26 mpg. The 3.0L turbocharged V6 EcoDiesel produces 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque. Either choice is a great option.
In its box, the V8 eTorque HEMI can haul about 1,800-1,900 depending on the cabin size. The V6 EcoDiesel payload measures in at roughly the same. If you’re looking for absolute maximum payload, though, then you’ll have to look to the 3.6L V6 engine. It can haul a whopping 2,100 lbs. However, this gain in payload comes at the cost of towing capacity.
Superior Drive Quality
When a vehicle is touted as a workhorse, like the 2020 Ram 1500 is, you’d expect it to have to sacrifice comfort to do so. This isn’t the case for the 1500. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Road and wind noise are almost nonexistent. The interior is constructed of high-quality materials, meaning no squeaking or rattling while on the road. You can listen to your favorite media or the engine while pulling the heaviest loads.
Interested?
It’s hard to not be. Schedule a test drive and experience the best truck of 2020 for yourself. Don’t forget to get pre-approval to make sure you’re getting the best deal on your new 2020 Ram 1500.
