2015 Ram 1500 Rebel First Look - Motor Trend

SHOW FLOOR UPDATE: So RAM isn’t quite ready to take on the Ford Raptor, but there’s still plenty to like with the new 1500 Rebel. -Erick Ayapana The blacked-out grille instead uses the word Ram across the front and a silver off-road skidplate at the bottom. There are new tow hooks and new foglamps, and even the headlamps have a smoky look to them. There are also two snorkels on the hood, though they don't provide any function other than give the Rebel the most intimidating 1500 front in the Ram lineup. Red trim replaces other trim options found on other Ram pickups. The Rebel will debut a new center console box that features a cellphone/tablet holder, as well. Although it won't fly across sand dunes like a Raptor, the Rebel does come with specially tuned Blistein shocks. It will also feature the Ram's air suspension, allowing it to raise itself up 1 inch higher than other Rams. The Rebel will offer two engine choices: the 3. 6-liter Pentastar V-6 or the 5. 7-liter Hemi V-8. Both engines have a solid track record, the Pentastar producing 305 horsepower and the Hemi creating 395. For the first time ever, the Rebel will... Source: www.motortrend.com