Ram 1500 · Model year 2020
2020 Ram 1500 specs, maintenance & manuals
Shopping for a used 2020 Ram 1500 or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 14 manufacturer publications and its towing capacity (up to 12,750 lb), straight from the factory sources.
- Max towing
- 12,750 lb
- Horsepower
- 260–395 hp
- Combined MPG
- 17–26
- Recalls
- 14
What changed for the 2020 Ram 1500
The 2020 1500 versus 2019: what's different, from the factory charts and spec sheets.
- Big Horn is now called Big Horn/Lone Star.
- Longhorn is now called Laramie Longhorn.
- Powertrain: 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic joins the lineup.
- Powertrain no longer listed: Heavy Duty.
- New option packages: Chrome Appearance Group, Night Edition Package, Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Group, North Equipment Group and 5 more.
- Packages no longer offered: Chrome Appearance Package, Monochromatic Appearance Package, Tradesman level 1 Equipment Package, Big Horn level 1 Equipment Package and 17 more.
- New to the equipment chart: Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio and Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL.
- Paint: dropped Delmonico Red Pearl Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat, Blue Streak Pearl Coat, Patriot Blue and 8 more.
All the differences we found
Listed for the first time on the equipment chart
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio — standard: Laramie — optional: Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL — standard: Laramie Longhorn, Limited — optional: Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel, Laramie
No longer on the equipment chart
- 18-in. spare, steel
- 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum premium chrome clad — includes WHEELS — SPARE
- 20-in. OWL All-Terrain — includes TIRES — SPARE
- 20-in. spare, steel
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Badging: 4X4
- Badging: 4X4, painted black
- Bluetooth: Handsfree phone with voice control
- Brakes: Power-assisted four-wheel antilock
- Brakes: Trailer sway control
- Buttons controls — Adaptive Cruise Control Stop and Go
- Door Locks/Entry: Keyless Enter
- Front map light, LED, included with dual pane sunroof
- Full-size spare
- Full-size temporary-use spare
- Headlamps: Mid-level LED headlamp with signature
- Leather-wrapped, perforated, accent stitching and chrome color bezels
- Mid-level LED headlamp with signature with dark internal bezels
- Power tailgate release
- Power: Front seat – wireless charging pad
- Radios: Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/BT/SXM
- Radios: Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/BT/SXM/NAV/HD/CELL
- Rear dome lamp dual, LED, switchable, included with dual pane sunroof
- Remote Start: Key FOB Activation
- Skid Plates: Electronic power steering
- Skid Plates: Front suspension
- Skid Plates: Fuel tank
- Skid Plates: Transfer case
- Start: Keyless Go
- Steering Wheel: Buttons controls — Bluetooth/handsfree
- Steering Wheel: Heated
- Steering Wheel: Leather-wrapped
- Steering Wheel: Leather-wrapped, Real Wood
- Tailgate: Standard, locking
- Tire Pressure Monitor: Tir-fill alert system
- Tire Pressure Monitor: Tire-specific TPM Display
- Tow Hooks: Front, black
- Tow Hooks: Front, chrome
- Trailer Tow: Class III Hitch
- Trailer Tow: Class IV Hitch Receiver
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2019 and 2020. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2020 Ram 1500 specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2020 specification sheet.
General information3 specs
- Vehicle Type
- Quad Cab and Crew Cab: 4x2, 4x4
- Assembly Plant
- Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, Sterling Heights, Michigan
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Standard Pickup
Body/chassis4 specs
- Layout: 4x2
- Longitudinal, front engine
- Layout: 4x4
- Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case
- Construction: 4x2
- Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box
- Construction: 4x4
- Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box
Engines64 specs
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with eTorque | |
| Type and Description | 60-degree gasoline V-6 with variable valve timing, V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Hybrid Battery | 48-volt, 12-cell lithium-ion, nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) graphite chemistry, .43 kWh |
| Belt-starter Generator | 9kW power, 90 lb.-ft. launch torque |
| Displacement | 220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Power | 305 hp (224 kW) @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 269 lb.-ft. (364 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 6,400 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane |
| Oil Capacity | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.25 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 20/25 |
| 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree diesel V-6 |
| Displacement | 182 cu. in. (2,988 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.27 x 3.60 (83 x 92) |
| Valve System | Chain driven DOHC, 24 valves |
| Fuel Injection | Common rail, 29,000 psi (2000 bar), solenoid injectors |
| Construction | Cast-iron block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 |
| Power | 260 hp (194 kW) @ 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 480 lb.-ft. (651 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Oil Capacity | 10.5 quarts (7.8 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.4 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Cooled EGR, oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter, SCR with urea injection |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 22/32 |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree gasoline, V-8 with variable cam timing |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve System | Variable-cam timing, pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 395 hp (291 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 410 lb.-ft. (556 N•m) @ 3,950 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.33 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 15/22 |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree gasoline V-8 with variable cam timing |
| Hybrid Battery | 48-volt, 12-cell lithium-ion, nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) graphite chemistry, .43 kWh |
| Belt-starter Generator | 12kW power, 130 lb.-ft. launch torque |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve System | Variable-cam timing, pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum-alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 395 hp (291 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 410 lb.-ft. (556 N•m) @ 3,950 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.33 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 17/23 |
Transmission12 specs
| TorqueFlite 845RE eight-speed automatic | TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 | Standard with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 5.7-liter V-8 with eTorque |
| Description | Adaptive electronic control, automatic or Electronic Range Select (ERS) manual control. Five-clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear | Adaptive electronic control, automatic or ERS manual control. Five-clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear |
| 1st | 4.71 | 4.71 |
| 2nd | 3.14 | 3.14 |
| 3rd | 2.10 | 2.10 |
| 4th | 1.67 | 1.67 |
| 5th | 1.29 | 1.29 |
| 6th | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 7th | 0.84 | 0.84 |
| 8th | 0.67 | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.30 | 3.30 |
| Axle Ratios | 3.21, 3.55, 3.92 (Rebel only) | 3.21, 3.55 (excluding 5.7-liter HEMI V-8), 3.92 |
Transfer case6 specs
| BW 48-12 part-time | BW 48-11 on-demand | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 4x4 with eTorque, 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with eTorque assist | 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with eTorque assist |
| Shift Mechanism | Electric | Electric |
| Available Speeds | Two-speed | Two-speed |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked | 2WD High; 4WD Auto; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked |
| Low-range Ratio | 2.64 | 2.64 |
| Center Differential Type | None | None |
Axles3 specs
- Front
- 215mm
- Rear
- 235mm (standard) with available open, limited slip or electronic locking differential; 256mm (optional max tow with Dana Super 60 center section)
- Available Ratios
- 3.21, 3.55, 3.92
Electrical system3 specs
- Architecture
- Powernet
- Alternator
- 160-amp, 180-amp, 220-amp (Special Services Package)
- Battery
- Group 94R, low-maintenance H7 730 CCA
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. Optional air suspension replaces twin-tube shock absorbers and progressive rate coil springs
- Rear
- Five-link with track bar, progressive rate coil springs, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid axle. Optional air suspension replaces progressive rate coil springs
Brakes5 specs
- Front: Size and Type
- 14.9 x 1.2 (378 x 30) vented disc with 2.2 in. (57 mm) two-piston pin-slider caliper and anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Front: Swept Area
- 493.6 sq.in. (3,184 sq.cm)
- Rear: Size and Type
- 14.8 x 0.87 (375 x 22) disc with 2.2 in. (57 mm) single-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
- Rear: Swept Area
- 367.6 sq.in. (2,371.9 sq.cm)
- Rear: Power-assist
- Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
Steering1 spec
- Power assist
- Electric power steering
Air bags2 specs
- Quad Cab
- 6
- Crew Cab
- 6
Cargo box6 specs
| 5 ft., 7 in. (Crew) | 6 ft., 4 in. (Regular, Quad or Crew) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu m) | 53.9 (1.5) | 61.5 (1.7) |
| Length-at-Floor, Tailgate Closed | 67.4 (1,711) | 76.3 (1,937) |
| Cargo Width | 66.4 (1,687) | 66.4 (1,687) |
| Distance Between Wheelhouses | 51.0 (1,295) | 51.0 (1,295) |
| Depth | 21.4 (543) | 21.5 (545) |
| Tailgate Opening Width | 60.0 (1,525) | 60.0 (1,525) |
Exterior dimensionsQuad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. boxExterior dimensions: Quad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box6 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20 | 4x4 - 275/55R20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3,569) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 77.6 (1,971) | 77.7 (1,973) |
Ground clearanceQuad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. boxGround clearance: Quad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box11 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20 | 4x4 - 275/55R20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 7.8 (199) | 8.2 (208) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 34.6 (979) | 34.4 (875) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 18.1 | 18.9 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 25.2 | 25.0 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 19.5 | 19.9 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | — | 17.8 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 8.4 (213) | 8.7 (221) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | — | 8.2 (208) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
— not listed or not applicable
Exterior dimensionsQuad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)Exterior dimensions: Quad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)6 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3569) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3,569) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.9 (1,927) | 77.7 (1,973) | 78.7 (1,998) | 79.7 (2,025) |
Ground clearanceQuad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4Ground clearance: Quad Cab pickup, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x411 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.9 (836) | 34.4 (875) | 35.1 (893) | 36.4 (925) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.4 | 18.9 | 21.5 | 23.1 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.5 | 25.0 | 25.9 | 27.3 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 16.5 | 19.9 | 21.8 | 23.5 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 14.4 | 17.8 | 19.7 | 21.3 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.7 (169) | 8.7 (221) | 9.9 (251) | 10.7 (273) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.1 (156) | 8.2 (208) | 9.4 (238) | 10.2 (260) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Exterior dimensionsCrew Cab pickupExterior dimensions: Crew Cab pickup6 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20, 5 ft., 7 in. box | 4x2 - 275/55R20, 6 ft., 4 in. box | 4x4 - 275/55R20, 5 ft., 7 in. box | 4x4 - 275/55R20, 6 ft., 4 in. box | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 (3,672) | 153.5 (3,898) | 144.6 (3,672) | 153.5 (3,898) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 232.9 (5,916) | 241.8 (6,142) | 232.9 (5,916) | 241.8 (6,142) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 77.5 (1,968) | 77.4 (1,966) | 77.6 (1,971 | 77.5 (1,968) |
Ground clearanceCrew Cab pickupGround clearance: Crew Cab pickup11 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20, 5 ft., 7 in. box | 4x2 - 275/55R20, 6 ft., 4 in. box | 4x4 - 275/55R20, 5 ft., 7 in. box | 4x4 - 275/55R20, 6 ft., 4 in. box | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 7.8 (199) | 7.8 (199) | 8.2 (209) | 8.1 (207) |
| Rear Axle | 8.6 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.6 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 34.5 (877) | 34.4 (875) | 34.3 (872) | 34.3 (871) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 18.0 | 18.1 | 19.0 | 18.9 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 25.1 | 25.0 | 24.9 | 24.9 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 19.0 | 18.4 | 19.5 | 18.7 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | — | — | 17.5 | 16.7 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 8.3 (211) | 8.3 (212) | 8.7 (222) | 8.6 (220) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | — | — | 8.2 (209) | 8.1 (207) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
— not listed or not applicable
Exterior dimensionsCrew Cab, 5 ft., 7 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)Exterior dimensions: Crew Cab, 5 ft., 7 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)6 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.8 (1,926) | 77.6 (1,971) | 78.6 (1,996) | 79.6 (2,023) |
Ground clearanceCrew Cab, 5 ft., 7 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4Ground clearance: Crew Cab, 5 ft., 7 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x411 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.8 (833) | 34.3 (872) | 35.0 (890) | 36.3 (923) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.6 | 19.0 | 21.7 | 23.3 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.4 | 24.9 | 25.8 | 27.2 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 16.2 | 19.5 | 21.4 | 23.0 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 14.2 | 17.5 | 19.3 | 21.0 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.7 (170) | 8.7 (222) | 9.9 (252) | 10.8 (273) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.2 (157) | 8.2 (209) | 9.4 (239) | 10.3 (261) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Exterior dimensionsCrew Cab, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)Exterior dimensions: Crew Cab, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)6 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.7 (1,922) | 77.5 (1,968) | 78.4 (1,993) | 79.5 (2,019) |
Ground clearanceCrew Cab, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4Ground clearance: Crew Cab, 6 ft., 4 in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x411 specs
| Entry / Exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) |
| Rear Axle | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.7 (832) | 34.3 (871) | 35.0 (889) | 36.3 (922) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.5 | 18.9 | 21.5 | 23.1 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.7 | 24.9 | 25.8 | 27.1 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 15.5 | 18.7 | 20.6 | 22.1 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 13.5 | 16.7 | 18.5 | 20.1 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.6 (168) | 8.6 (220) | 9.8 (250) | 10.7 (271) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.1 (155) | 8.1 (207) | 9.3 (237) | 10.2 (259) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Interior dimensions13 specs
| Quad Cab | Crew Cab | |
|---|---|---|
| accommodations | ||
| Seating Capacity, F/R | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| front | ||
| Headroom | 40.9 (1,038) | 40.9 (1,038) |
| Legroom | 40.9 (1,040) | 40.9 (1,040) |
| Shoulder Room | 66.0 (1,676) | 66.0 (1,676) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,610) | 63.4 (1,610) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) |
| Recliner Range (degrees) | Total travel 71 degrees (from full forward); 18 degrees forward (from design); 53 degrees rearward (from design) | Total travel 71 degrees (from full forward); 18 degrees forward (from design); 53 degrees rearward (from design) |
| rear | ||
| Headroom | 39.2 (995) | 39.8 (1,011) |
| Legroom | 35.6 (903) | 45.2 (1,147) |
| Shoulder Room | 65.7 (1,668) | 65.7 (1,670) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,610) | 63.4 (1,611) |
| interior volume | ||
| Front – cu. ft. (cu m) | 63.9 (1.8) | 63.9 (1.8) |
| Rear – cu. ft. (cu m) | 53.3 (1.5) | 68.5 (1.9) |
Steering specifications10 specs
| 2WD short bed | 2WD long bed | 4WD short bed | 4WD long bed | 4WD Rebel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quad Cab pickup | |||||
| Wheelbase (nominal; in/mm) | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 |
| Overall Ratio | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.4 |
| 18-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 |
| 20-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | — |
| Crew Cab pickup | |||||
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 / 3,672 | 153.5 / 3,898 | 144.6 / 3,572 | 153.5 / 3,898 | 144.6 / 3,572 |
| Overall Ratio | 16.3:1 | 15.5:1 | 16.3:1 | 15.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.4 |
| 18-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.1 |
| 20-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | — |
* Curb-to-curb turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; turning diameters and steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.— not listed or not applicable
Source: 2020 Ram 1500 Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2020 feature availability guide.
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StandardOptionalPart of a packageNot availableEither, depending on configuration
| Feature | Tradesman | HFE | Big Horn/Lone Star | Rebel | Laramie | Laramie Longhorn | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | |||||||
| Body ModelQuad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box, 140.5-in. wheelbase (on Rebel models, only available as 4x4) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box, 144.5-in. wheelbase | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std | Std |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box, 153.5-in. wheelbase | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 4x2 | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Drive4x4 | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Powertrain | |||||||
| Engine / Transmission3.6‑liter V‑6 Pentastar, eight-speed automatic transmission and eTorque | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 3.0‑liter V‑6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic transmission | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 5.7‑liter V‑8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic transmission | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| 5.7‑liter V‑8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic transmission and eTorque | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Mechanical | |||||||
| Rear Axle3.21 axle ratio | Std | Std | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| 3.55 axle ratio | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 3.92 axle ratio | Opt | N/A | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio (included in Max Towing Package) | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Electronic-locking differential (raised ride height available on all axle ratios; standard ride height available only on 3.92 axle ratio; included with 4x4 Off-road Group) | Opt/Pkg | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Std | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Anti-spin differential (electronic locking and anti-spin are mutually exclusive) | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| SuspensionActive-level four-corner air suspension system (Rebel: optional on 4x4 Crew Cabs with 5.7‑liter only) | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Transfer CaseElectronic part-time | Std | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electronic on-demand | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | |||||||
| SunroofSingle pane, power-operated (Quad Cab only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Dual pane, power-operated (Crew Cab only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Uconnect Multimedia | |||||||
| RadiosUconnect 5.0 AM/FM/Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std |
| Uconnect 12-in. radio | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Pkg | Pkg |
| Sound SystemBase - six speaker | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Premium - 10-speaker | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium Plus - 19-speaker | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Safety And Security | |||||||
| ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and center lines | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| CameraSurround View camera (included in Advanced Safety Group), not available with ParkView rear backup camera | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Active FeaturesBlind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer detection | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Forward Collision Mitigation (Adaptive Emergency Braking) (included in Advanced Safety Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Lane Departure Warning-Plus (included in Advanced Safety Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Parking SensorsParkSense front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop | N/A | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std |
| ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist (included in Advanced Safety Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| 26‑gallon | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 33‑gallon | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Trailer Brake ControllerIntegrated electronic controller (requires Class IV trailer hitch; included with Trailer-tow Mirror and Brake Group) | Opt/Pkg | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Appearance Packages | |||||||
Body-color Bumper Groupfront/rear bumpers painted body color | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Chrome Appearance Group (Tradesman) (not available with Monochromatic)chrome front bumpers; chrome rear bumpers; chrome grille surround; 18-in. painted aluminum wheels; 18-in. BSW all-season | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Chrome Appearance Group (Laramie) (not available with Monochromatic)monotone paint; body-color wheel flares; chrome daylight opening moldings; front, chrome; chrome wheel inserts; chrome wheel-to-wheel side steps | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Sport Appearance Group (Big Horn/Lone Star)monotone paint only; body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; body-color grille surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; 20-in. OWL all-season; vinyl/cloth front bucket seats | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sport Appearance Group (Laramie) (not available with Chrome Appearance Package) — includes monotone paint only; body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; body-color grille surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; sport hood; 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum premium paint/polished/insert; 20-in. OWL all-season; leather front bucket seats; optional 22 x 9-in. forged aluminum polished premium paint; optional 22-in. BSW all-season (packaged with optional 22-in. wheel) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Black Appearance Packageblack exterior paint; black R-A-M badging; black brush guard; black 17-in. wheels; all-black interior (red interior optional) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Night Edition Packagemonotone paint only (select colors); body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; black badging; black grille and surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; dark headlight bezel; 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum black wheels (Tradesman and Big Horn); 20-in. OWL all-season; 22 x 9-in. forged aluminum black wheels (Laramie); 22-in. BSW all-season | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Equipment Packages | |||||||
Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Grouprear backlight, power sliding, not available with manual sliding; cloth 40/20/40 bench seat; in-floor storage; carpet floor covering; carpet floor mats; SiriusXM Radio; option: vinyl floor covering | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
North Equipment Group (Crew Cab 4x4 only)Big Horn Level 2 Equipment Group; 4x4 Off-road Group; body-color bumpers, grille and door handles; 4x4 North decal; Mopar all-weather floor mats | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel 12 Equipment GroupUconnect 4C 12-in. touchscreen; 900-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon sound system (Crew Cab); Alpine nine-speaker (Quad Cab); leather seating and upgraded interior materials | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Big Horn Level 1 Equipment Groupswitchable rear dome lamp; glove box lamp; upper closed glove box with painted hard door; automatic-dimming interior rearview mirror; exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps; universal garage door opener (not available for international market); medium, four-gauge with 3.5-in. color display; power-adjustable pedals; rear defroster; Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio; driver side sun-visor mirror and light; CD player, single disc, remote; eight-way power driver seat (fore/aft, up/down, cushion tilt, seatback recline); four-way power driver lumbar (fore/aft, up/down); in-floor storage; foam bottle inserts (front doors only); satellite radio; Class IV hitch receiver; BIG HORN (on instrument panel); LONE STAR (on instrument panel, Texas market only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Big Horn Level 2 Equipment Groupremote start; security alarm; ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop; heated front seats; heated steering wheel; automatic temperature control (two-zone); rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, fully functional; rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, charging only; front seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; rear seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; 400W inverter; fully dampened/assisted tailgate; 7-in. programmable cluster display; rear backlight, power sliding | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Level 1 Equipment Groupswitchable rear dome lamp; automatic-dimming interior rearview mirror; exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps; overhead console; universal garage door opener (not available for international market); power-adjustable pedals; heated front seats; heated steering wheel; rear defroster; Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio; driver side sun-visor mirror and light; CD player, single disc, remote; foam bottle inserts (front doors only) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Level 2 Equipment Groupremote start; keyless entry; security alarm; ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop; automatic temperature control (two-zone); rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, fully functional; rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, charging only; rear seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; rear under-seat storage, Crew Cab only | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Level 1 Equipment Groupautomatic high beams; rain-sensing wipers; passenger auto-dimming mirror; CD player, single disc, remote; Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer detection; foam bottle inserts (front doors only); tailgate ajar warning; power tailgate release; 60/40 stadium-folding bench with manual recline and center 20 percent fold-down console (not available with Quad Cab); ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Level 2 Equipment GroupUconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL; wireless charging pad (available with bucket seats only); Premium Plus sound system; rear seat, heat (three adjustment levels each); rear under-seat storage, Crew Cab only | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Longhorn Level 1 Equipment Groupwireless charging pad (available with bucket seats only); passenger auto-dimming mirror; Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer detection; running boards, power-operated; Uconnect 12-in. radio; rear seat, ventilation (three adjustment levels each); Premium Plus sound system | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A |
Limited Level 1 Equipment GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Forward Collision Mitigation; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; Surround View camera; automatic high-beam headlamps; ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist; Uconnect 12-in. radio; rear seat ventilation (three adjustment levels each); Premium Plus sound system | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Functional Packages | |||||||
Bed Utility Groupupper adjustable tie downs; bed extender (available with RamBox only); bed step, deployable; bed lighting; spray-in bed liner (bed liner standard on Longhorn and Limited) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Protection Group (4x4 models only)tow hooks; front suspension skid plate; transfer case skid plate; electronic power steering skid plate; fuel tank skid plate | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 4x4 Off-road Group (standard on all 4x2 and 4x4 Rebel models; not available with 4x2 non-Rebel models) — includes tow hooks; front suspension skid plate; transfer case skid plate (on 4x4 models only); electronic power steering skid plate; fuel tank skid plate; rear electronic locking axle; front/rear off-road calibrated shocks; Hill-descent Control; off-road decals (both sides, rear quarter panel, not included with Rebel); all-terrain tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake GroupClass IV receiver hitch (included on low-price class only for all markets except Canada); integrated trailer brake controller; 7 x 11-in. trailer tow mirrors, power, black (low-price class Quad/Crew Cabs, medium- and unique-price class); 7 x 11-in. trailer tow mirrors, power, chrome (high, premium and ultra-price class) | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Advanced Safety GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Forward Collision Mitigation with automatic emergency braking; Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; Surround View Camera; Smart Beam headlamps; rain-sensitive wipers; ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Rebel Safety GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Forward Collision Mitigation; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; automatic high-beam headlamps | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tradesman GroupClass IV hitch receiver; spray-in bed liner | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Max Towing Package (available on 5.7-liter eTorque 4x2 Quad Cab only)Max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio; rear stabilizer bar; Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake Group; 18 x 8-in. cast aluminum base wheels; 18-in. OWL on-/off-road tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Diesel Max Towing Package (available on 3.0‑liter V‑6 EcoDiesel 4x2 Quad Cab only) — includes Max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio; rear stabilizer bar; Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake Group; 18 x 8-in. cast aluminum base wheels; 18-in. OWL on-/off-road tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Premium Lighting GroupBi-LED projector headlamps with signature lighting; LED tail lamps with signature lighting; LED fog lamps | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
- O/P means optional on its own or as part of a package.
- The fuel tank rows are printed under the Parking Sensors heading in the guide.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Laramieover Rebel+2 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio
- Sound System: Premium - 10-speaker
Laramie Longhornover Laramie+2 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL
- ParkSense front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop
Limitedover Laramie Longhorn+2 standard
- Active-level four-corner air suspension system (Rebel: optional on 4x4 Crew Cabs with 5.7-liter only)
- Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer detection
Standard on every trim (3)
- Drive: 4x2
- ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and center lines
- Fuel Tank: 26-gallon
Source: 2020 Ram 1500 Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2020 Ram 1500 fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2020 Ram 1500 at 17–26 MPG combined; the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo (RWD) is the most efficient and the 5.7L 8-cylinder (RWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 15MPG | 22MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 514 |
| 1500 HFE 2WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 20MPG | 26MPG | 23MPG | $2,700 | 394 |
| 1500 2WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 20MPG | 25MPG | 22MPG | $2,850 | 407 |
| 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 17MPG | 23MPG | 19MPG | $3,750 | 467 |
| 1500 2WD | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 22MPG | 32MPG | 26MPG | $3,650 | 390 |
| 1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 15MPG | 21MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 523 |
| 1500 4WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 19MPG | 24MPG | 21MPG | $2,950 | 418 |
| 1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 17MPG | 22MPG | 19MPG | $3,750 | 474 |
| 1500 4WD | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 21MPG | 29MPG | 24MPG | $3,950 | 418 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2020 Ram 1500 wheels & tires
The spec sheet doesn't list tire sizes for this model year; here is what the owner's manual says.
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Manual describes compact spare, non-matching full-size spare or tire service kit, depending on equipment. The compact and non-matching full-size spares have no pressure sensor.
- Lug nut torque
- 130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2020 Ram 1500 Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2020 Ram 1500 maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
Additional Maintenance
- Replace cabin air filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle surfacesIf gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter | ||||||||||||||
| If equipped with Stop/Start, replace accessory drive belt with OEM grade Mopar belt | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugsThe spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change
- Change the oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
- Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect the exhaust system
- Inspect the engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary, replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions
2020 Ram 1500 fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab models | 23 gal87 L |
| 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab models | 26 gal98 L | |
| 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab models (optional) | 33 gal121 L | |
| Diesel exhaust fluid tank | Tradesman/Rebel models | 5.14 gal19.5 L |
| All other models | 5.74 gal21.7 L | |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | SAE 0W-20, API certified | 5 qt4.7 L |
| Cooling system | 13.7 qt13 L | |
| Motor generator unit | 1.8 qt1.7 L | |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | S (SAE 5W-20, API certified) | 7 qt6.6 L |
| Cooling system | 1500 models | 18.3 qt17.3 L |
| 3.0L diesel engine | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 26 gal98.5 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 8.5 qt8.0 L | |
| Cooling system | 11.6 qt11 L | |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Engine coolantAll gasoline engines | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Motor generator unit coolantIf equipped | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar brand oil filter | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | Mopar Spark Plugs |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also listed) |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oilS | SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also listed) |
| 3.0L diesel engine | ||
| Engine coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API SN requiredMS-12991 | Mopar |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar oil filter (must meet filtration requirements) | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Fuel filters | Mopar fuel filter, 3 micron rating | Mopar Fuel Filter |
| Diesel exhaust fluid | DEF certified to ISO 22241 | Mopar Diesel Exhaust Fluid |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmissionGasoline engines | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF (or equivalent) | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case48-11 active on-demand 2-speed (with 4WD AUTO) | Mobil Fluid LT | Mobil Fluid LT |
| Transfer case48-12 part-time 2-speed (without 4WD AUTO) | Shell Spirax S2 ATF A389 | Shell Spirax S2 ATF A389 |
| Front axleGasoline engines | SAE 75W-85 synthetic axle lubricant, GL-5 | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
| Rear axle3.21 / 3.55 ratio | SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricant; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 mL) limited-slip additiveMS-A0160 (additive MS-10111) | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90; Mopar Limited Slip Additive |
| Rear axle3.92 ratio | SAE 75W-140 synthetic gear lubricant; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 mL) limited-slip additiveMS-8985 (additive MS-10111) | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140; Mopar Limited Slip Additive |
| Rear axleMax Tow 3.92 ratio | SAE 80W-90 axle lubricant | Dana SAE 80W90 Axle Lubricant |
| Brake master cylinderGasoline engines | DOT 3 brake fluid | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Automatic transmission3.0L diesel engine | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF (or equivalent) | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case3.0L diesel engine | Mopar BW44-44 transfer case fluid | Mopar BW44-44 Transfer Case Fluid |
| Front axle1500 four-wheel drive models, diesel | SAE 75W-85 synthetic axle lubricant, GL-5 | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
| Rear axle3.21 ratio, diesel | SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricant; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 mL) limited-slip additiveMS-A0160 (additive MS-10111) | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90; Mopar Limited Slip Additive |
| Rear axle3.92 ratio, diesel | SAE 75W-140 synthetic gear lubricant; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 mL) limited-slip additiveMS-8985 (additive MS-10111) | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140; Mopar Limited Slip Additive |
| Brake master cylinder3.0L diesel engine | DOT 3 brake fluid, SAE J1703 | Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15); no E85 |
| 5.7L engines | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15); no E85 |
| 3.0L diesel engine | Ultra-low-sulfur diesel | Up to B5 (B6-B20 only where state-mandated, use within 30 days) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket | 130 ft‑lb (176 N·m) |
- Lug nut type is cone seat; recheck torque after 25 miles (40 km).
- Gas engines use OAT coolant; propylene glycol coolant is not recommended.
- Diesel exhaust fluid tank is 5.14 gal on Tradesman/Rebel, 5.74 gal on other models.
- Fuel tank capacities are approximate.
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2020 Ram 1500 recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2020 Ram 1500: 14 recall campaigns, 644 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD | 19.8% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls (14)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Seat belts: rear/other: anchorageJuly 30, 2026 · Campaign 26V495000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D.
Campaign 26V495000 on NHTSA.govAir bagsMay 8, 2025 · Campaign 25V298000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.
Campaign 25V298000 on NHTSA.govVisibility: rearview mirrors/devicesOctober 10, 2024 · Campaign 24V754000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.
Campaign 24V754000 on NHTSA.govStructure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachmentsDecember 8, 2022 · Campaign 22V904000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk: An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
Campaign 22V904000 on NHTSA.govFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpOctober 13, 2022 · Campaign 22V767000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.
Campaign 22V767000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: display functionAugust 25, 2022 · Campaign 22V638000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.
Campaign 22V638000 on NHTSA.govShow 8 older recallsHide older recalls
Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorAugust 12, 2021 · Campaign 21V632000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
Campaign 21V632000 on NHTSA.govVisibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exteriorOctober 8, 2020 · Campaign 20V622000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram 2500 and 1500 vehicles. The driver side mirror glass can detach from the backing plate and no longer provide a reflective surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: Missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side mirror glass, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W70.
Campaign 20V622000 on NHTSA.govSeat beltsSeptember 24, 2020 · Campaign 20V580000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
Campaign 20V580000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: sensing system: cameraSeptember 10, 2020 · Campaign 20V191000Over-the-air fixOver-the-air fix
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020.
Campaign 20V191000 on NHTSA.govVehicle speed control: accelerator pedalAugust 27, 2020 · Campaign 20V513000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position.
Risk: A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W63.
Campaign 20V513000 on NHTSA.govAir bagsJune 25, 2020 · Campaign 20V374000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram Promaster vans and 1500 pickups. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain airbag which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is W52.
Campaign 20V374000 on NHTSA.govVisibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesApril 9, 2020 · Campaign 20V208000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.
Campaign 20V208000 on NHTSA.govAir bagsMay 31, 2019 · Campaign 19V407000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's air bags and seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71.
Campaign 19V407000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 644
- Crashes
- 24
- Fires
- 7
- Injuries
- 15
- Electrical system166
- Engine156
- Unknown or other113
- Steering65
- Power train63
- Visibility/wiper54
- Fuel/propulsion system46
- Structure44
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Ram 1500. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2020 Ram 1500 owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2020 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Great Lakes owner notes
The 2020 Ram 1500 against salt, snow and steep grades
Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2020 1500 figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in Ohio.
The oil grade on a January morning
The 2020 Ram 1500 fluids table lists SAE 0W-20 (3.6L), SAE 5W-20 (5.7L) and SAE 5W-40 (3.0L diesel), with 5 qt (3.6L), 7 qt (5.7L) and 8.5 qt (3.0L diesel) per change. Lake-effect winters are full of short, cold trips: to work, to school, to the store and home again before the engine reaches temperature. That pattern is tough on oil, so let the oil-change indicator set the interval and never stretch it.
Cranking power for a lake-effect morning
Rated battery output: 730 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 160- to 220-amp alternator.
Which wheels do the pulling
Factory drive configurations for 2020: rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. The same trim name can come with more than one drive system, so on a used 1500 confirm it from the window sticker or a VIN decode rather than the badge. In west Michigan, where lake-effect bands can pile up several inches of snow in an hour, driving both axles is what gets a loaded vehicle up an icy driveway.
Ground clearance, snowbelt to hills
The spec sheet puts ground clearance at 6.1 to 10.8 inches. Height matters for salt too: a low underbody pushes through slush and packs it around lines and heat shields, where it sits for days. After a slushy week in Cleveland, a run through an underbody wash clears out what the clearance couldn't avoid.
Winter fuel and DEF
The diesel's biodiesel limit is up to B5. Diesel exhaust fluid freezes at about 12°F, and the truck's DEF system is built with heaters to thaw it after a cold start; never add anything to the fluid to stop it freezing. Tank capacity: 5.14 gal. Keep spare jugs somewhere that doesn't swing between hard freezes and summer heat.
Fuel reserve for storm closures
Fuel capacity: 23 to 33 gallons. Lake-effect whiteouts can shut stretches of I-94 in Michigan or I-90 through the Ohio Snowbelt for hours, so keep the tank from running low between November and March. If you do end up stranded, a running engine for heat needs a tailpipe clear of snow.
Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.
2020 Ram 1500 questions
How much oil does the 2020 Ram 1500 take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified), 5 qt / 4.7 L; 5.7L engines (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 7 qt / 6.6 L; and 3.0L diesel engine, 8.5 qt / 8.0 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2020 Ram 1500 use?
3.6L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 5.7L engines: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); Gasoline engines: Mopar brand oil filter; 3.0L diesel engine: SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API SN required (MS-12991); and 3.0L diesel engine: Mopar oil filter (must meet filtration requirements).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2020 Ram 1500?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2020 Ram 1500 owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2020 Ram 1500 get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Ram 1500 at 17–26 MPG combined, depending on the version. 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 15 city / 22 highway / 17 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 20 city / 26 highway / 23 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined; 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What changed on the 2020 Ram 1500?
Big Horn is now called Big Horn/Lone Star; Longhorn is now called Laramie Longhorn; Powertrain: 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic joins the lineup; Powertrain no longer listed: Heavy Duty.
Does the 2020 Ram 1500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Ram 1500. The most recent: Seat belts: rear/other (July 2026), Air bags (May 2025), and Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices (October 2024). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2020 Ram 1500?
Owners have filed 644 complaints about the 2020 Ram 1500 with NHTSA. The components named most often are electrical system (166), engine (156), and unknown or other (113). 24 complaints involved a crash and 7 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2020 Ram 1500's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2020 Ram 1500 is 4 to 5 out of 5 stars depending on the version (Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD: 5, Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD: 4, Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD: 5, and Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.