RAM 1500 Laramie Sport – Its no secret that I like the bigger American style Pick-up trucks, so when the opportunity came to drive the latest RAM 1500 Laramie Sport, I grabbed it.
Inside its particularly comfortable with room for five adults in comfort. The Sport comes with a 12-inch digital drivers instrument cluster, surround cameras, additional safety features and adaptive cruise control.
All RAM 1500 pickup trucks are powered by the 5.7-litre V8 HEMI® engine, delivering 291kW and 556Nm through a silky-smooth 8-speed gearbox. This now comes with eTorque technology creating a mild hybrid system for better fuel economy. It wasn’t too bad. We got it down to around 10L/100 on the motorway and around 13l/100k in the urban areas.
The RAM also comes with a dual range 4WD system and up to 4.5T towing capacity.
As an outback touring or towing vehicle there is a lot of plus points for this truck. Its also well priced against some more traditional 4WD at $136,950 plus the usual costs.
The RAM 1500 Laramie Sport is a different choice for buyers rather than a LandCruiser, Defender or Patrol
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There must be a reason to buy the RAM 1500 Laramie Sport.
You want to tow something big. Or you want a practical 4WD for a large family.
Or, like me you simply love this style of pick-up truck and want one.
When you consider what you will pay for a large 4WD like a Toyota LandCruiser GR Sport, or Land Rover Defender, then the purchase price becomes good value by comparison.
Even large premium SUVs start to pale in comparison.
The RAM 1500 Laramie Sport has everything they have plus more for similar price.
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Buyers of the mid sized Pick-Up trucks now have more choices. They could look at the factory backed models like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Tundra, Ford F150
There are a few after market conversion models from Harrison F Trucks, and Performax.
Alternatively buyers could look at the Nissan Patrol Warrior, Toyota LandCruiser GR Sport or the Land Rover Defender.
RAM 1500 |
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Model |
1500 Laramie Sport |
| Model Price | $136, 950 MLP* |
| Engine | 5.7L V8 Hemi e-torque Euro 5 |
| Drivetrain | 8 Sp Sports AT Dual Range 4WD |
| Power | 291kW @ 5,600rpm |
| Torque | 556Nm @ 3,950rpm |
| Safety | N/A |
| 0-100kmh / Top Speed | TBA |
| CO2 Emissions | 283g/km |
| Economy ADR | 12.2L/100km / 98L capacity |
| Economy on test | 10.2L/100k on motorway 13.2L around town |
| Max Range | 803km estimated |
| Servicing | 12Mth / 12,000km |
| Warranty | 3yr/ 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assist | 3yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excludes statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options.
RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating |
90/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 9 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| AWD/Towing Capability* | 9 (4WD 4/5 Towing 5/5) |
| Technology/connectivity | 9 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.
Dimensions |
RAM 1500 Laramie Sport |
| Overall Length | 5916mm |
| Wheelbase | 3672mm |
| Width | 2084mm |
| Height | 1971mm |
| Wheels | 20×9.0 Steel |
| Tyres | 275/55 R17 |
| Max ground clearance | Up to 217mm |
| Wading Depth | TBC |
| Approach | 20.4 degrees |
| Rampover | 18.6 degrees |
| Departure angle | 20.4 degrees |
| Turning Circle KTK | 14.08m |
| Tub/Tray Length | 1712mm |
| Tub/ Tray width / arches | 1270mm |
| Tub/Tray Depth | TBA |
| Kerb Weight | 2671kg |
| Payload (kg) | 897kg |
| GVM (kg) | 3450kg |
| GCM | 7713kg |
| Towing Capacity | 4500kg |
| Tow Ball rating | 450kg |
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