The 2013 Ram 1500 SLT is essentially like driving a Chrysler 300 with a bed. Our judges were blown away by the smooth, quiet driving experience.
- Motor Trend, CarsDirect
Pretty much everything about this new truck is very well executed.
- Car and Driver, CarsDirect
At the end of our testing, the decision was unanimous. Hands down, the Ram ran away with this Truck of the Year award.
- Motor Trend, CarsDirect
And although the Ram already arguably had the nicest cabin in its class, it's even nicer now. Premium materials are used liberally, while available conveniences include keyless entry/ignition and even a WiFi hotspot link.With so much capability and luxury, the 2013 Ram 1500 stands out because it makes an owner's life easier. This is especially true of the higher trim levels that offer features unavailable in rivals. That said, the Chevy Silverado 1500, Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra are also solid entries in this class. It's hard to go wrong with any full-size truck these days, but if you want a really nice one, the Ram 1500 ranks as our favorite.
- Edmunds.com, CarsDirect
top Body Exterior features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Trailer sway control | Y | Y | Y |
Rear step bumper | Y | Y | Y |
Heated door mirrors | Y | Y | |
Power door mirrors | Y | Y | |
Auto-dimming door mirrors | Y | ||
Turn signal indicator mirrors | Y |
top Convenience Features features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Air conditioning | Y | Y | Y |
Speed control | Y | Y | Y |
Tilt steering wheel | Y | Y | Y |
Front beverage holders | Y | Y | Y |
Driver door bin | Y | Y | Y |
Passenger door bin | Y | Y | Y |
Passenger vanity mirror | Y | Y | |
Overhead console | Y | Y | |
Remote keyless entry | Y | Y | |
Power windows | Y | Y | |
Illuminated entry | Y | Y | |
1-touch down | Y | Y | |
Driver vanity mirror | Y | ||
Auto-dimming rearview mirror | Y |
top Entertainment Features features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
AM/FM radio | Y | ||
Radio data system | Y | Y | Y |
Steering wheel mounted audio controls | Y |
top Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Fully automatic headlights | Y | Y | Y |
Delay-off headlights | Y | Y | Y |
Variably intermittent wipers | Y | Y | Y |
Tachometer | Y | Y | Y |
Voltmeter | Y | Y | Y |
Oil pressure gauge | Y | Y | Y |
Low tire pressure warning | Y | Y | Y |
Compass | Y | Y | |
Front reading lights | Y | Y | |
Trip computer | Y | Y | |
Outside temperature display | Y | Y | |
Front fog lights | Y | ||
Configurable | Y |
top Off-Road Capability features | ST | SLT | Sport |
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top Powertrain features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Variable intake manifold | Y | Y | |
Sequential multi-point fuel injection | Y | Y | Y |
Cylinder deactivation | Y | Y | |
Variable valve control | Y | Y | Y |
Manual-shift auto | Y | Y | Y |
Mode select transmission | Y | Y | Y |
Block heater | Y | Y | Y |
Limited slip differential | Y |
top Safety and Security features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Dual front impact airbags | Y | Y | Y |
Brake assist | Y | Y | Y |
ABS brakes | Y | Y | Y |
4 wheel disc brakes | Y | Y | Y |
Overhead airbag | Y | Y | Y |
Dual front side impact airbags | Y | Y | Y |
Traction control | Y | Y | Y |
Electronic stability | Y | Y | Y |
Occupant sensing airbag | Y | Y | Y |
Ignition disable | Y | Y | Y |
Panic alarm | Y | Y | |
Perimeter/approach lights | Y |
top Seats and Trim features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Front centre armrest | Y | ||
Power driver seat | Y | ||
Leather steering wheel | Y | ||
Power 2-way driver lumbar support | Y |
top Suspension/Handling features | ST | SLT | Sport |
---|---|---|---|
Front wheel independent suspension | Y | Y | Y |
Front anti-roll bar | Y | Y | Y |
Power steering | Y | Y | Y |
Rear anti-roll bar | Y | Y | |
Alloy wheels | Y | Y |