The 2021 Ram 1500 is really making waves here at our dealership serving Springfield NJ and all around North & Central Jersey. That’s because of its combination of ruggedness, reliability, luxury and capability. Not to mention a number of different engine, cab & bed configurations to allow for payloads up to 2,300 lbs & a maximum towing capacity of 12,750 lbs.
There are plenty of sought-after amenities that return to the Ram 1500 for 2021. Some of the most popular include:
- Uconnect 4C infotainment system with a 12" split-screen touchscreen display
- RamBox cargo management system located in the bed of the truck
- Multifunction tailgate with a center bed step
- 8 degrees of reclining capability for the 2nd-row seating
- Heated & cooled seats
What’s New For the 2021 Ram 1500
The biggest change made to the Ram 1500 is the introduction of the all-new TRX trim. This model is designed to give you a high-performance driving experience in extreme driving conditions and a distinctive design thanks to exclusive features such as:
- 6.2L supercharged HEMI V8 delivering 702 hp, 650 lb/ft of torque, 0-60 mph acceleration in 4.5 seconds, 12.9-second quarter mile time & top speed of 118 mph
- Dual-path air induction system
- Desert-inspired suspension system with active damping and forged aluminum upper & lower control arms
- Baja drive mode that calibrates the 4WD & steering systems, stability control, paddle shifters & suspension
- Integrated composite fender flares that add 8" of body width
- 3 premium interior choices with varying colors, materials & textures
- 35” Goodyear Wrangler Territory 325/65/R18 all-terrain tires
If you’re looking to maximize your gas savings in the Union County NJ area, then you can opt for the new 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 in 2021 Ram 1500 4-door crew cab models with a 5'7 bed & 20" aluminum wheels. That’s because this engine offers fuel economy rated at up to an EPA-estimated 33 mpg on the highway, 23 mpg in the city and 26 mpg for combined city/highway driving.
There were also several special-edition models and packages introduced for the 2021 Ram 1500, consisting of:
- Limited Night Edition with a monochromatic design featuring black wheels, grille & badging
- Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition offering a Mountain Brown interior, hammered metal aluminum liquid graphite accents, suede door bolsters & leather bolster seat inserts and more
- 3 more installments of the Built to Serve Edition with design cues inspired by the 5 branches of the US armed forces
- Snow Plow Prep Package giving you a 220-amp alternator, truck-side plow wiring harness & a rear power-sliding window with defroster
A few other available updates you’ll enjoy in the latest 1500 pickup truck include:
- Head-up display to show vital vehicle information on the windshield
- Digital rearview mirror that turns from a standard mirror to a 9.2" wide LCD monitor displaying what’s behind you via a camera
- Trailer reverse steering control, trailer light check & trailer tire pressure monitoring joining the Trailer Package
- Pedestrian detection being added to the Advanced Safety Group
- Full-speed Collision Warning Plus now coming standard in most models & available in all others
Accolades Earned by the 2021 Ram 1500
We’re so proud to announce that the Ram brand has earned the Motor Trend Truck of the Year Award for the 3rd year in a row, with the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX getting it this year. Other honors that were given to this specific model include:
- 2021 Pickup Truck of the Year by FOUR WHEELER
- Adventure Car of the Year from the Hispanic Motor Press
- Truck of the Year by the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press
- Editors’ Choice Award in the Full-Size Pickup Truck segment from Car and Driver
Speaking of the Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Award, the non-TRX Ram 1500 also won in the same segment for 2021 due to its smooth ride, nicer interior & better features than the competition. This truck performed so well in the eyes of Car and Driver that they put it on their distinguished list of 10Best Cars and Trucks for 2021, with the coil or air springs at each corner attributing to that.
The 1500 is the only Large Pickup Truck given the title of Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy, beating out other popular models in North & Central NJ including:
- ?2021 Chevy Silverado
- 2021 Ford F-150
- 2021 GMC Sierra
- 2021 Nissan Titan
- 2021 Toyota Tundra
Shop For an Award-Winning New Ram 1500
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has once again named the Ram 1500 Crew Cab as a Top Safety Pick because of its performance in collision testing. In fact, this truck scored the highest rating of Good in small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, head restraint & seat evaluations along with Good for the headlights and Superior in front crash prevention.
For the second year in a row, Kelley Blue Book put the 1500 on its list of 10 Best Overall Resale Values to help you get more money in your pocket when it's time to get your next truck. Last but not least, IHS Markit once again gave this Ram their model loyalty award in the Light-Duty Pickup segment.
Salerno Duane Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram will help you find the right 2021 Ram 1500 to meet your specific driving & hauling needs. Contact our team today to learn more about this truck or schedule a test drive at our Summit NJ showroom location!
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