2023 RAM 1500 Temecula CA

An astounding nine trims are available for the 2023 Ram 1500: Tradesman, Tradesman HFE, Lone Star, Big Horn, Laramie, Rebel, Longhorn, Limited, and TRX. You get a long bed if you go with the quad cab. With the crew cab, you can choose between a long or short bed. Throughout the line, you will find a variety of wheel sizes, depending on the trim you select, including 18-, 20-, or 22-inch wheels. Other exterior features include a multifunction tailgate, Bi-LED projector headlights, heated power outside mirrors, and 60/40 swing-away doors.

Four engines are offered for the 2023 Ram 1500, and it will depend on which trim you go with. The standard offering is a 3.6-liter V-6 producing 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. The well-known HEMI 5.7-liter V-8 makes 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. Engine number three is the sole diesel engine, an EcoDiesel 3.0-liter V-6 cranks out 260 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. The TRX-exclusive is a HEMI supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 that churns out an impressive 702 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. There's also a rumor that a fifth engine will be added late in the 2023 model year, the six-cylinder twin-turbo Hurricane engine.

Maximum towing and payload capacity are top attributes when comparing trucks, and the 2023 Ram 1500 offers plenty. The maximum towing capacity with the standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine is 7,730 pounds, while the diesel increases that significantly to 12,650 pounds. The highest maximum towing capacity belongs to the HEMI 5.7-liter, checking in at 12,750 pounds, while the TRX has an 8,100-pound maximum towing capacity if you go with the HEMI. The best-configured Ram 1500 has a maximum payload capacity of 2,000 pounds, more than enough to haul extra gear in the bed. TRX is made to take you off the beaten path and has performance features for off-road use. These features include upgraded brakes, upgraded engine cooling, a performance exhaust system, specialized lifted suspension with Bilstein adaptive dampers, and an electronic locking differential.

A plush, comfortable interior with convenience features galore perfectly describes the 2023 Ram 1500. The availability of interior features depends on the trim you select and includes such features as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, power-adjustable front seats, and heated and ventilated front seats. You'll surely get what you like with vinyl, cloth, and leather upholstery. Finally, the infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration is controlled via a 5-, 8.4-, or 12-inch touchscreen.

Safety and driver-assistance features are top concerns when selecting a new vehicle. The standard safety features of the 2023 Ram 1500 include a high-strength frame, an advanced airbag system, and trailer sway damping. If you select one of the higher trims, forward collision mitigation, you'll find a blind-spot monitor, an automated parking system, and a head-up display.