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2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab

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Overview

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2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Review

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The full-size Ram 1500 pickup faces an uncertain future in 2007 as rising fuel prices and a shift to smaller cars threaten to curtail last year's brisk sales momentum. To keep Ram sales charging forward, Dodge has made a number of minor improvements to the vehicle, including the availability of a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) model. While the Ram Mega Cab's cavernous and plush interior appeals to owners who increasingly use their pickup as the family vehicle, others are simply drawn to the hypnotic allure of an available HEMI engine with fuel-saving MDS (Multi Displacement System) technology. Of course, the Ram is fully capable of performing the tasks expected of full-size pickups such as hauling, towing and off-roading.

You'll Like This Car If...

The Ram pickup line is loaded with personality. The trucks are big, bold and in-your-face, mirroring the attitudes of many of the people who like to drive them. With an available 345-horsepower V8, the Ram 1500 is one of the most powerful pickups in its class.

You May Not Like This Car If...

The Ram is a big truck designed for heavy-duty work. Those who like the idea of a big truck, but commute through the suburbs on a daily basis, may want to try something a bit smaller, such as the mid-size Dodge Dakota. Unlike competitors from Ford, Chevrolet and Nissan, the Dodge Ram is not offered in an extended cab model.

What's Significant About This Car?

The Ram 1500 receives a host of new features, including a 4.7-liter engine capable of running on E85. Also new are YES Essential anti-bacterial fabrics on the seats and a power accessory delay feature. New options include Electronic Stability Control and Remote Start.

Driving the Ram 1500 Regular Cab

Driving Impressions For such a big truck, the Ram does a commendable job of getting around corners and through S-curves. Credit the suspension and massive tires for the Ram's ability to grip...

the road and negotiate turns. You may also want to look closely at the trailer-towing ratings for the Ram 1500; it can tow as much as 9,100 pounds when equipped with the HEMI engine.

Though the big, optional 20-inch wheels may look terrific, they make for a harsh ride over pavement that's broken or even the slightest bit bumpy, and fore-and-aft "hobby-horsing" can occur at freeway speeds. Interior sound levels have been greatly reduced thanks to improvement in insulation and thicker door glass.

Favorite Features

Folding Armrest/Storage Unit
A wide folding armrest/storage unit is big enough to hold a laptop computer and is complete with a 12-volt outlet.

20-Inch Wheels
Polished optional 20-inch wheels are nearly as massive as the Ram itself.

2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Details

Interior

The Ram's interior is clean and highly functional. The lines on the dash and door panels are straight and crisp, and the plastics used in their construction feel sturdy without appearing cheap. Seat comfort is excellent, as is interior storage. Quad Cab models feature a rear bench seat that is a bit upright and does not offer as much legroom as competitors from Ford, Chevrolet and Nissan.

Exterior

The bulging Ram exterior gives this truck a brutish, muscular appearance that can be backed up by huge available 20-inch wheels and tires. There are a number of trim choices, including the new TRX4 off-road model that features tow hooks, painted monotube shocks, off-road tires on 17-inch rims and a limited-slip rear differential.

Notable Equipment

Standard Equipment

The base Ram has a six-speed manual transmission (with the V6 engine), air conditioning, four-wheel disc brakes, rear anti-lock brakes (ABS), chrome front and rear bumpers, oil pressure and volt gauges, cloth split-bench seat with power driver's side or no-charge heavy-duty vinyl bench seat, AM/FM stereo with CD, tilt wheel, power steering, dual side mirrors and painted steel wheels. HEMI V8 models get a five-speed automatic transmission.

Optional Equipment

Depending upon trim level, the options are numerous. The Ram 1500 can be ordered in Regular, Quad Cab or Mega Cab versions, with two-wheel or four-wheel drive, cargo bed lengths of 6.25 or 8.0 feet and a choice of two V8 engines. You can also add leather seats, a GPS navigation radio, Infinity sound system, off-road package, trailer package, 20-inch chrome wheels, power-adjustable pedals, limited-slip differential, power folding mirrors, power sliding rear window, remote start, fog lights, front side-impact airbags and a 34-gallon fuel tank.

Under the Hood

Under the hood, the Regular Cab base trucks get a tepid 3.7-liter V6 engine, while the Quad Cabs start off with a standard 4.7-liter Magnum V8. Though rated at 235 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque at 3200 rpm, the 4.7-liter engine has to work hard to move the nearly 5,200-pound vehicle. The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 offers 345 horsepower and 375 pound-feet of torque. Gas mileage is less-than-stellar, with the V6 earning an EPA fuel rating of 16-miles per gallon in city driving and the two V8s barely breaking 14-miles per gallon.

3.7-liter V6
215 horsepower @ 5200 rpm
235 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21 (2WD manual), 15/21 (2WD automatic)

4.7-liter V8
235 horsepower @ 4400 rpm
300 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3500 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/19 (2WD manual), 14/19 (2WD automatic), 13/17 (4WD manual), 14/17 (4WD automatic)

5.7-liter HEMI V8
345 horsepower @ 5400 rpm
375 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4200 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/18 (2WD), 13/17 (4WD)

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2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating

8.6

Out of 10

Based on 1853 Ratings for the 2002 - 2009 models.

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Value

8.8/10

Quality

8.7/10
Reliability

9.0/10

Performance

9.0/10
Comfort

8.8/10

Styling

8.9/10

most capable factory offroad package like raptor

By mrsparky (NY) on Thursday, May 16, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 53,000

10 8.0

overall rating 8 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Reliability: 7/10
Quality: 8/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "off road capable"

Cons: "lousy mileage and high price"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"My only complaint is replacing the water pump at 45000 because the previous owners mechanic used the wrong coolant i later found out caused problem This truck is very capable for a large truck with the front and rear lockers and swaybar disconnect offroad and rides very good on road for a big vehicle with 35 inch tires and has good power from the hemi engine as well. Its a texas caddilac for sure when traveling . The best mileage i have gotten so far was 15mpg doing highway driving."

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Great towing family 4wd truck

By Cabrian (CA) on Sunday, May 12, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 139,000

10 8.0

overall rating 8 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 8/10
Quality: 7/10
Performance: 7/10
Styling: 7/10
Comfort: 7/10

Pros: "Fuel efficient"

Cons: "Not much room in the back seat of quad cab"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I really like the 5.9 ho diesel motor. Only real complaint is the ball joints only last about 50,000 miles. Do your regular maintenance and this truck will run."

3 people out of 7 found this review helpful

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Big Truck for a Big Man

By JEBB (OH) on Monday, May 06, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 94,000

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Reliability: 9/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 9/10

Pros: "fun to drive, plenty of room for big/tall indiv.,"

Cons: "fuel milage"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I am 6`8`` and have 2 daughters that ride in the back. I can put my seat all the way back and be comfortable because of the rear room in the mega cab. I love the fact that they can`t kick my seat. Doesn`t get any better than that to me. Truck rides very smooth for a big heavy truck and of course the Hemi is Awesome!"

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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Love it

By Slim (NE) on Wednesday, May 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 66,500

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Huge, Very Comfortable"

Cons: "Bad MPG, Parking"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Love it. More room then you know what to do with. Tower over everybody on the street. I am 6'2" and can stretch out in any seat, even the back seats. I would buy another one."

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Best pick up ever

By Bubba (TX) on Sunday, April 21, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 230,000

10 10.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Power, comfort, hauling, looks all unbeatable"

Cons: "No cons that I have found"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I always bought Chevy but in 1996 my wift bought a dodge pick up and I must say I was impresses with it so in 2006 I was ready to buy a new. Truck she talked in into looking at a dodge hers had almost 400,000 miles at the time so I went and was sold and I have to say I will buy another for sure as a matter of fact my family and my wife's family all drive dodge cars and trucks I love the mega cab comfort it drives very smooth the turning radias is great but the power when hauling our three horse trailer or our 32ft fifth wheel travel trailer is unbeatable even going threw the mountians of yellow stone park pulling the fifth wheel there is no downfall with this truck"

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It has been an awesome vehicle!.

By scuba (NV) on Friday, April 19, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 134,500

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 9/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 8/10
Comfort: 9/10

Pros: "Durability, good milage 4.7L has just enough grunt"

Cons: "a little big for parking lots"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"This truck has been great for work and family. No major issues 4wd works great, tows nicely lots of room inside, Very durable. Might not buy 20" wheels again as tires are very costly. Otherwise Id buy another on the spot if I knew it would be as good as this one!"

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