2005 Dodge Ram Pickup CXL W/1xl

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO VIEW A FREE VEHICLE HISTORY REPORT. 2005 DODGE RAM 1500 ST 1D7HU16NX5J572362 PICKUP 4.7L V8 4 WHEEL DRIVE Vehicle Overview Dodge's Ram pickup truck is available in 1500, 2500 and 3500 versions, which translates to half- , three-quarter- and one-ton ratings, respectively. While the heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 models are intended for serious work, an offshoot of the light-duty 1500 — the 500-horsepower Ram SRT10 — is designed for serious play. Ram pickups come in regular cab and four-door Quad Cab body styles. Light-duty Rams can have V-6, V-8 or V-10 power, while heavy-duty models can have V-8 or diesel power. For 2004, automatic transmissions added a Tow/Haul mode and a navigation radio became available. For 2005, a sunroof is available on the Quad Cab models, and a six-speed-manual gearbox replaces the five-speed unit for 3.7- and 4.7-liter engines. Sirius Satellite Radio is now offered in Quad Cab pickups. A new Power Wagon package for the 2500 pickup is available. Exterior Regular-cab Rams can be equipped with a 6.3-foot cargo bed, ride a 120.5-inch wheelbase and stretch to 207.7 inches long overall. When equipped with an 8-foot cargo bed, the Ram has a 140.5-inch wheelbase and an overall length of 229.7 inches. Quad Cab pickups can also be equipped with the two bed sizes and are 20 inches longer in both wheelbase and overall length. Quad Cab pickups have four conventional front-hinged doors. The rear doors open 85 degrees to ease access. All models have a chrome grille, while the Laramie gets chrome bodyside moldings. A body-colored grille with chrome center billets goes on Rams with the Sport Appearance Group. Ram hoods have a pronounced crown that falls toward the front fenders. Interior A front bench seat holds up to three occupants in a 40/20/40 configuration. A center business console can hold a laptop computer, and the center portion offers under-cushion storage. Quad Cab models have a folding rear seat. Leather upholstery and adjustable pedals are standard in the Laramie model and optional in the SLT. Under the Hood The standard 3.7-liter V-6 produces 215 hp. Rams can be equipped with an available 235-hp, 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 or a 345-hp, 5.7-liter Hemi V-8. A six-speed-manual transmission is standard, and a four-speed automatic is optional. With the 4.7- or 5.7-liter engine, the automatic is a five-speed unit. Rear- and four-wheel-drive models are available. Safety All-disc brakes with a rear-wheel antilock feature are standard. Four-wheel ABS and roof-mounted side curtain-type airbags are optional. Driving Impressions The Ram 1500 is a light-duty truck, but it seems big in every way — including its reaction to bumps and holes in the road. Although the suspension regains control fairly quickly, quite a bit of jolting occurs in city driving. The ride improves on the highway. The Ram 1500 is easy to drive and steer, and it responds predictably to driver inputs. A four-wheel-drive version maneuvers capably and takes curves passably well at modest speeds. Three adults fit adequately in a regular cab when the immense center armrest/storage box is raised. 2500 Called 'the most capable offroad pickup ever on the planet,' the 2500 with the Power Wagon package holds a 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 that cranks out 345 hp and 375 pounds-feet of torque. Either a six-speed-manual gearbox or a five-speed automatic can be installed. Special features include locking front and rear differentials, an electronically disconnecting front sway bar and a custom-built 12,000-pound winch. Polished forged-aluminum 17-inch wheels hold 33-inch BFGoodrich tires. The regular 2500 is available with a diesel engine in addition to the Hemi V-8. The optional Cummins 5.9-liter turbo-diesel inline-six-cylinder develops 325 hp and 600 pounds-feet of torque. Four transmissions — two manuals and two automatics — are offered. Ram 2500 pickups with the regular cab have an 8-foot cargo bed, ride a 140.5-inch wheelbase and measure 229.7 inches long