2017 RAM 1500

2017 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4 Cool Features The 2017 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4 is one of the more aggressive-looking half-ton trucks of its era. The big attraction is the combination of Sport styling, 4x4 capability, and the available 5.7L HEMI V8 . Performance & capability 5.7L HEMI V8 available 395 hp and 410 lb-ft with cylinder deactivation [MDS]. E Edmunds 8-speed automatic transmission available with the HEMI and gives the truck a nice balance of acceleration and highway cruising. 4x4 electronic 4WD with selectable high/low gearing depending on configuration. R ramtrucks Up to ~9,830-lb towing capacity on certain 4x4 configurations. Actual capacity depends heavily on cab, axle ratio, engine and equipment. E Edmunds Anti-spin rear differential available a useful upgrade for snow, mud and loose surfaces. 3.92 rear axle available particularly desirable if towing or wanting stronger acceleration. E Edmunds Sport-specific stuff 20-inch wheels standard Sport wheels were 209 polished aluminum. E Edmunds Sport appearance body-colored exterior treatment gives it a much cleaner, more aggressive look than a typical work-oriented Ram. Fog/driving lights . Turn-signal mirrors . Sport Performance Hood available one of the coolest visual upgrades. Optional 20-inch semi-gloss black wheels or even 22-inch wheels were available. E Edmunds Interior Heated front seats standard on the 4x4 Sport configuration shown in the specifications. E Edmunds Heated steering wheel . 8-way power driver's seat . Dual-zone climate control . Leather-wrapped steering wheel . Bucket seats . Available leather-trimmed seats . Available 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with navigation definitely one I'd look for on a used example. E Edmunds - Really cool options If you're looking at a particular truck, these options can make a huge difference: 5.7 HEMI V8 8HP70 8-speed transmission 3.92 rear axle Anti-spin differential 4-corner Active-Level air suspension 8.4-inch Uconnect navigation ParkSense front & rear parking sensors RamBox cargo storage Factory spray-in bedliner Power sunroof Trailer brake controller Class IV receiver hitch The four-corner air suspension is particularly interesting: it can automatically adjust ride height and was available on the 2017 Ram 1500. E Edmunds +1