The famous EcoDiesel came back this year with upgrades in terms of power and efficiency, which clearly indicates that the next year shouldn’t bring any particular change. The 2021 Ram 1500 Diesel is about to carry on with the same design characteristics, which look pretty impressive at the moment. This is the most capable diesel half-ton pickup truck in terms of towing, but Ram trucks are actually much more than that. The new generation came with significant improvements in all aspects, starting from a new design, improved ride quality and amazing interior design.
For the next year, we could see a couple of novelties in terms of new standard features, but most things are expected to remain the same. You may count on familiar trim levels, as well as on familiar configurations in the offer. The new 2021 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel should hit the market sometime late in the year.
2021 Ram 1500 Diesel Engine
Of course, the first thing that comes to mind about this version is the engine. The new version has come just recently and it is more powerful and more efficient than before. In numbers, a max output now goes around 260 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. Thanks to class-leading torque, as well as to other design solutions, this is the most capable light-duty diesel pickup on the market, by a pretty large margin. The max towing capacity goes up to pretty respectable 12.560 pounds, which is pretty much on par with V8 gasoline counterparts. For comparison, the F-150 with diesel engine can tow around 11.500 pounds, while Silverado 1500 features significantly lower ratings, which go around 9.400 pounds.
2021 Ram 1500 Diesel Design
In terms of base design characteristics, we definitely don’t expect to see any particular change for the next year. This is a pretty fresh model, so the 2021 Dodge Ram 1500 Diesel should carry on with familiar styling, which has brought a completely new face. After the recent redesign, the new model no more features that famous crosshair grille, but a completely new layout. Still, a more important aspect of the new model is chassis design, which ensures not just higher capacity ratings, but a smoother ride as well.
When it comes to interior design, this is by far the most impressive pickup truck on the market, characterized by the impressive build quality, super-fine materials and a full load of standard equipment. Therefore, chances to see any bigger novelty for the next year are pretty small.
Trim Levels
We have no doubt that the base trim level organization will remain the same. A great thing to know is that this diesel engine is available across the whole range of models. The base Tradesman model comes with things like 18-inch steel wheels and some niceties such as a 5-inch touchscreen, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and push-button start. If you pick Big Horn/Lonestar version, you may count on upgrades in terms of 18-inch aluminum wheels, foglights and a 60/40-split rear seat.
A larger 8.4-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration are standard in the Laramie trim, while you can also opt for a huge 12-inch touchscreen. The list of standard equipment also includes things like heated, ventilated and power-adjustable seats, as well as loads of advanced safety systems.
The Longhorn trim is where you enter the premium sphere. In this model, you may count on standard premium-leather bucket seats, a leather-wrapped wood steering wheel etc. The top-range Limited goes even further and adds chrome trim, standard air suspensions and more. Of course, there is also a huge number of standalone options, so you can configure your truck in the way you want.
2021 Ram 1500 Release Date and Price
We expect to see 2021 Ram EcoDiesel in a typical time of year, sometime in the last quarter. When it comes to the price, this engine costs an additional 5.000 dollars, so the most affordable versions with it go around 37.000 dollars.
