2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel: Still In Love - The Car Guide
When I initially drove the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel back when it was released in 2014, I was amazed at how adeptly Chrysler had been able to pair real-world fuel efficiency with the kind of torque and practicality that full-size truck owners demand. It was a simple dream come true: a turbodiesel engine liberated from the mindset that only heavy-duty commercial buyers could appreciate its numerous charms, combined with what was in my opinion the best-driving, and most attractively-styled... A full year later I find myself once again behind the wheel of the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, and you know what. The 2015 EcoDiesel remains Ram's most compelling truck, and is a strong contender for the best overall option for buyers seeking the ultimate combination of frugality and power in a utility-focused package. 0-litre turbodiesel V6 that sits under the hood of the 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel rewards those who aren't seeking instant gratification. While it might not offer the same off-the-line jump of the 5. 7-litre Hemi V8, the torque numbers aren't all that far apart: 410 lb-ft for the gas engine, and 420 lb-ft for the diesel (to go with its rating of 240 horsepower). An eight-speed automatic that is the class of the full-size segment handles the shifting duties for every Ram, and its ability to juggle ratios in tandem with the V6's ever-present torque is exceptional, and transparent to the driver. Source: www.guideautoweb.com
