2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4X4 User Reviews

Pros

Towing, 390 HEMI

Cons

none

Purchased As New

Tows more than the tow ratings state. Power is scary strong. Almost has too much power. haha kidding. I was looking at the new F150 but once I drove the Ram I couldn't resist. The Ram had more power and could tow the same if not more than the F150 or Chevy trucks.

Pros

Sharp styling, fit and finish, 390 horses of pure Hemi power.

Cons

Mediocre fuel economy - but then againt this is a 390HP Hemi beast!

Purchased As New

I purchased my Jet Black 2009 Ram 1500 SWP Sport with the optional Big Horn Package two weeks ago in Fredricksburg, VA. I was originally in the market for a Ford F-150 but the price value and incentives offered on the Ram were too good to pass up.

After two weeks of daily driving and over 1000 miles, I am absoulutely in love with my Ram and couldn't be happier with my purchase. The redesigned styling of the 09 Ram is a pure head turner. I love the 20 inch chrome wheels and sport duel exhaust as well as the updated dash and cockpit layout. The fit and finish on this truck is far superior to both the F-150 and Silverado and the power of the 390 HP 5.7 liter HEMI is ridiculous. The addition of rear coil springs gives the truck a smooth luxury SUV type ride.

I opted for the full size quad cab and my three kids fit comfortably in the back seat without cramming eachother. The driver and passenger seats are both very comfortable with multiple seating positions. The center console is huge and functional with plenty of cupholders and nooks and crannies throughout the cabin.

All the great fit and finish details are impressive, but the feature that sealed the deal for me was the throw you back in your seat smooth performance of the 390 HP Hemi. It's hands down the best gas engine on the full size truck market today and is in a league of its own.

While my gas mileage has been averaging around 14-15 city and 17-18 highway, I was able to get a tad over 19 mpg during a recent 150 mile highway trip using my cruise control at 65 mph. Not great, but not bad either for a 390 HP full size truck.

The other incentive that made my Ram purchase an easy one was the lifetime engine and powertrain warranty offered by Dodge. Now as long as Chrysler doesn't go belly up, that lifetime warranty will give me great piece of mind.

Lastly, I think it's incredibly important to buy American right now if you are in the market and can afford a new vehicle. I was treated very fairly by the Dodge sales team and feel good about doing my part to support the U.S. auto industry....read morehide

Pros

INTERIOR BEST DODGE HAS EVER HAD !!

Cons

FUEL ECONOMY COULD BE BETTER

Purchased As New

rides like a luxary car. interior is great. i love the new look rear bumpers with the exhaust cut away. tow package and wiring is first class. smooth power.

Pros

interior finish is awesome, rides smooth , quiet interior noise, awesome HEMI power

Cons

Fuel mileage is still only 18-19 actual on highway

This truck is unbelievable!!! The new coil spring rear suspension have completely smoothed out the typical stutter bump rough ride the average unloaded pickup truck has. The fit and finish on this vehicle is second to none. I have driven a lot trucks but my new Laramie makes me a believer in the New Dodge. It has a lot of power and does get better mileage than my past 1500 trucks but i wish for more....Overall i highly recommend this truck as i love mine....read morehide

Pros

Superb Interior, great ride and power. very comfortable

Cons

small bed, still gets less than 20mpg even with dropping to 4cyl

I was very impressed with the ride and the interior on this truck. I don't own the vehicle but test drove it a few days ago. This is nothing like we are used to from Chrysler. The fit and finish is fantastic. The vehicle has a very stiff frame, which seems to help with the much improved ride and handling. The rear coil springs really soak up the bumps. I will not be buying today, but if the prices come down a bit and the economy looks like it is improving, I'm gonna snag one....read morehide