Positioned in the heart of the full-size pickup truck market, the Dodge Ram is designed for buyers who need a big, durable pickup for work or play, but who want it in a modern aerodynamic package with styling flair. Prime competition comes from the Ford F-Series, Chevrolet C/K and GMC Sierra full-size trucks.
Year-to-year changes
1991
There were four trim levels for the Dodge Ram 50: Short and Long Bed versions of both each the base and SE pickup trucks. In addition, there was also a 2-door SUV called the Ramcharger 150. Accompanying this car was a 150S.
1994
In 1994, the all-new Dodge Ram made an impressive debut, breaking styling rules left and right. The new design clearly set the Ram apart from the rest of the pack in the full-size pickup truck market.
The Dodge Ram was available in regular cab and extended cab (Club Cab) models in three series, 1/2-ton (1500), 3/4-ton (2500) and 1-ton (3500), in 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive versions. There were four trim levels: LT, Work Special, ST and Laramie SLT.
1995
In October 1994 for the 1995 model year, Dodge introduces a full line of Club Cab models, which add 20 inches to the Ram cab and hold six passengers in a split 40/20/40 front bench seat and a full rear bench.
Other significant option changes this year include a V8 engine powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), 4-wheel antilock brakes for 1-ton models (late availability), revised sport package (also later in the year), and an upgraded sound system. Also new this year is an illuminated overdrive lockout switch.
The base engine is a 3.9-liter ohv V6. Optional engines include a 5.2-liter ohv V8 (gas and CNG), a 5.9-liter ohv V8, a 5.9-liter inline 6-cylinder turbodiesel and the super-hot 8.0-liter V10.
A 5-speed manual transmission is standard. Light-duty and heavy-duty 4-speed automatics are optional.
Retail prices
- $12,834 (1994 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $14,389 (1994 Dodge Ram 1500 LT 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $17,376 (1994 Dodge Ram 1500 LT 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $15,916 (1994 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $17,102 (1994 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 Heavy Duty Pickup)
- $18,194 (1994 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $19,683 (1994 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Heavy Duty Pickup)
- $18,417 (1994 Dodge Ram 3500 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $20,867 (1994 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
As of June 20, 1994:
- $12,938 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Regular Cab)
- $14,683 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Regular Cab)
- $17,716 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Club Cab)
- $17,769 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Regular Cab)
- $20,194 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Club Cab)
- $16,527 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $17,751 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 Heavy Duty Pickup)
- $19,722 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 Club Cab Pickup)
- $18,904 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $20,394 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Heavy Duty Pickup)
- $22,340 (1995 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Club Cab Pickup)
- $19,144 (1995 Dodge Ram 3500 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $21,343 (1995 Dodge Ram 3500 4x2 Club Cab Pickup)
- $21,789 (1995 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $23,960 (1995 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Club Cab Pickup)
As of mid-1995:
- $13,188 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Short Bed Regular Cab)
- $13,460 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Long Bed Regular Cab)
- $14,967 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 LT 4x2 Long Bed Regular Cab)
- $17,997 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Long Bed Club Cab)
- $18,109 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Long Bed Regular Cab)
- $20,525 (1995 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Long Bed Club Cab)
As of September 22, 1995:
- $13,741 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Short Bed Pickup)
- $14,013 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 WS 4x2 Long Bed Pickup)
- $15,106 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Short Bed Regular Cab)
- $15,390 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Long Bed Regular Cab)
- $17,851 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Short Bed Club Cab)
- $18,132 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 Long Bed Club Cab)
- $18,492 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Short Bed Regular Cab)
- $18,832 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Long Bed Regular Cab)
- $20,319 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Short Bed Club Cab)
- $20,650 (1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Long Bed Club Cab)
- $17,230 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 LD Regular Cab Pickup)
- $18,654 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 HD Regular Cab Pickup)
- $20,619 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 LD Club Cab Pickup)
- $20,825 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x2 HD Club Cab Pickup)
- $20,007 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 LD Regular Cab Pickup)
- $21,697 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 HD Regular Cab Pickup)
- $23,536 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 LD Club Cab Pickup)
- $23,743 (1996 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 HD Club Cab Pickup)
- $19,947 (1996 Dodge Ram 3500 4x2 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $22,346 (1996 Dodge Ram 3500 4x2 Club Cab Pickup)
- $22,792 (1996 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Regular Cab Pickup)
- $24,963 (1996 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 Club Cab Pickup)
Shipping prices
- $600 (1994-1995 models)
Specifications
Regular Cab
| Model year | Trim level | Transmission | Cylinders | Engine Size | Drive | MPG | Horsepower |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1500 WS | 5-speed manual | V6 | 3.9L | 4x2 | 17 City/21 Highway | 175 |
| 1994 | 1500 | 5-speed manual | V6 | 3.9L | 4x2 | 17 City/21 Highway | 175 |
| 1994 | 1500 | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.2L | 4x4 | 13 City/17 Highway | 220 |
| 1994 | 2500 LD | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.2L | 4x2 | 13 City/16 Highway | 220 |
| 1994 | 2500 HD | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.9L | 4x2 | 13 City/16 Highway | 230 |
| 1994 | 2500 LD | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.2L | 4x4 | 13 City/15 Highway | 220 |
| 1994 | 2500 HD | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.9L | 4x4 | 13 City/16 Highway | 230 |
| 1994 | 3500 | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.9L | 4x2 | 13 City/16 Highway | 230 |
| 1994 | 3500 | 5-speed manual | V8 | 5.9L | 4x4 | 13 City/16 Highway | 230 |
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