Stellantis’ EcoDiesel engine is living up to its name as Ram has introduced a more fuel-efficient pickup. Set to be launched in the second quarter, the new Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel has a fuel economy rating of 23 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined.
While Ram was quick to point out the truck
delivers an “unsurpassed highway rating of 33 mpg,” that’s nothing to brag
about as the diesel-powered Chevrolet Silverado has an EPA fuel economy rating
of up to 23 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 27 mpg combined.
Putting fuel economy aside, the truck
features a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine that produces 260 hp and 651 Nm of torque. Its presumably paired to an eight-speed
automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.
The Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel will
be available exclusively as a crew cab pickup with a 5’ 7” bed and 20-inch
aluminum wheels. The truck also sports black bumpers and a black grille as well
as a limited color palette of Diamond Black Crystal or Bright White Clear Coat.
Rounding out the highlights are cloth bucket seats, a tonneau cover and side
steps.
Pricing starts at US$ 42,240 – excluding a US$ 1,695 destination charge.
