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Ram ProMaster City · Model year 2020

2020 Ram ProMaster City specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2020 Ram ProMaster City or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 11 manufacturer publications and its towing capacity (up to 2,000 lb), straight from the factory sources.

Max towing
2,000 lb
Horsepower
178 hp
Combined MPG
24
Recalls
2
2020 Ram ProMaster City towing capacity: up to 2,000 lbEvery 2020 tow rating by engine and drive.See the 2020 towing chart

What changed for the 2020 Ram ProMaster City

The 2020 Ram ProMaster City looks like a carryover from 2019 in the data we compare.

All the differences we found

No longer on the equipment chart

  • Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display, includes AM/FM/NAV
  • SiriusXM Radio with one-year extension
  • SiriusXM Radio with two-year extension

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 ProMaster City specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2020 specification sheet.

General information4 specs
Vehicle Type
Class 1 van
Body Styles
ProMaster City Cargo Van; ProMaster City Wagon
Assembly Plant
TOFAS FIAT joint venture, Bursa, Turkey. The van is upfitted into a cargo van at the FCA US Transformation Center in Baltimore, Maryland
EPA Vehicle Class
Small commercial van (Class 1)
Body and chassis2 specs
Layout
Transverse, front engine, front-wheel drive (FWD)
Construction
Body-frame integral (BFI, or unibody) with electro-galvanized steel body. Integrated steel ladder H-frame with single-piece longitudinal frame rails
Engine2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir2 Tigershark gas engineEngine: 2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir2 Tigershark gas engine17 specs
Type and Description
Inline four cylinder gasoline 16-valve MultiAir2 with multiport fuel injection
Displacement
144 cu.in. (2,360 cu. cm)
Bore & Stroke
3.46 x 3.82 (88.0 x 97.0)
Block Material
Aluminum
Cylinder Head Material
Aluminum
Valvetrain
DOHC, four valves per cylinder (16 total)
Ignition System
Coil-on-plug ignition, spark plugs with dual precious metals
Fuel Delivery
Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Power
178 hp (133 kW) at 6,400 rpm
Torque
174 lb.-ft. (236 N•m) at 3,800 rpm
Fuel Requirement
Unleaded regular, 87 octane
Maximum Engine Speed
6,500 rpm (electronically limited)
Oil Capacity
5.5 quarts (5.2 liters)
Coolant Capacity
7.1 quarts (6.7 liters)
Emissions Controls
GPEC3 engine-management system with close-coupled catalyst and wide-range O2 sensor
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/comb)
21/28/24
Transmission948TE nine-speed automaticTransmission: 948TE nine-speed automatic15 specs
Availability
Standard on all models
Type
Nine-speed FWD, electronically controlled automatic overdrive transmission with torque converter clutch. Clutch-to-clutch architecture with integral electro/hydraulic controls module
Fluid Capacity
6.5 quarts (6.15 liters)
Torque Converter
242
Gear Ratios: 1st
4.71
Gear Ratios: 2nd
2.84
Gear Ratios: 3rd
1.91
Gear Ratios: 4th
1.38
Gear Ratios: 5th
1.00
Gear Ratios: 6th
0.81
Gear Ratios: 7th
0.70
Gear Ratios: 8th
0.58
Gear Ratios: 9th
0.48
Gear Ratios: Reverse
3.81
Final Drive Ratio
3.73
Axles1 spec
Front
ZF transaxle
Electrical system1 spec
Alternator: Rating
160-amp
Suspension10 specs
Front: Type
MacPherson struts, independent
Front: Stabilizer Bar, Solid
26
Front: Spring Rate (N/mm)
25
Front: Shock Type
Twin-tube
Front: Wheel Travel (mm – jounce/rebound)
57/93
Rear: Type
Independent bi-link with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear: Stabilizer Bar, Solid
16
Rear: Spring Rate (N/mm)
28
Rear: Shock Type
Twin-tube
Rear: Wheel Travel (mm – jounce/rebound)
51/31
Brakes8 specs
Front Type (diameter x width)
Ventilated disc, 12 x 1.1 (305 x 28)
Rear Type (diameter x width)
Drum, 10 x 2.2 (254 x 57)
Front Caliper, Lining
Cast iron, single piston (57)
Rear Brake, Lining
Leading trailing drum brake assembly with 25 mm wheel cylinder
Anti-lock Brake System (front and rear)
Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Standard
Total Front Swept Area (mm)
5,100
Total Rear Swept Area (mm)
12,155
Steering4 specs
Type
Specifically, calibrated hydraulic power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Ratio
15.9:1
Turns Lock-to-Lock
2.9
Turn Diameter – ft. (m) (curb-to-curb)
42 (12.8)
Wheels and tires2 specs
Wheels
16-in. steel or aluminum
Tires
215/55R16XL all-season
Exterior dimensions13 specs
Wheelbase
122.4 (3,109)
Track, Front
60 (1,523)
Track, Rear
60.9 (1,548)
Overall Length
187.1 (4,752)
Overall Width (including mirrors)
84.6 (2,148)
Overall Height
74.2 (1,886)
Front Overhang
35.6 (903)
Rear Overhang
29.1 (740)
Approach Angle (degrees)
13.3
Departure Angle (degrees)
30.8
Windshield Slope Angle (degrees)
49.2
Ground Clearance
5.2 (131)
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 gallons (60.6 liters)
Cargo dimensions12 specs
Cargo VanPassenger Wagon
Cargo Length87.2 (2,215)Behind rear seats = 54.7 (1,389); Rear seats folded = 69.2 (1,758)
Cargo Width60.4 (1,534)57.6 (1,463)
Cargo Height @ Roof51.8 (1,315.7)48.7 (1,237)
Max. Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)131.7101.7
Cargo Width @ Wheel Well48.4 (1,229.4)48.4 (1,229.4)
Load Floor Height23.3 (592)23.8 (605)
Side Door Openings (w x h)25.8 x 43.621.2 x 42.7
Rear Door Openings (w x h)48.6 x 47.448.6 x 46.4
Rear Door Swing (degrees, first detent/full open detent)90/18090/180
Rear Door Split (degrees)60 (driver side)/ 40 (passenger side)60 (driver side)/ 40 (passenger side)
Rear Step-in Height23.3 (592)23.8 (605)
Side Step-in Height21.5 (546)19.3 (490)
Accommodations9 specs
Cargo VanPassenger Wagon
Seating Capacity (front/rear)2/02/3
Front (Passenger & Cargo Vans): Headroom46.0 (1,169)46.0 (1,169)
Front (Passenger & Cargo Vans): Legroom40.8 (1,036)40.8 (1,036)
Front (Passenger & Cargo Vans): Shoulder Room59.3 (1,506)59.3 (1,506)
Front (Passenger & Cargo Vans): Hip Room52.8 (1,340)52.8 (1,340)
Rear (Passenger Wagon Only): Headroom—44.0 (1,118)
Rear (Passenger Wagon Only): Legroom—36.8 (935)
Rear (Passenger Wagon Only): Shoulder Room—58.0 (1,472)
Rear (Passenger Wagon Only): Hip Room—59.2 (1,503)

— not listed or not applicable

Capability6 specs
Cargo VanPassenger Wagon
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR; lbs.)5,3955,395
Curb Weight (lbs.)3,4983,682
Payload (lbs.)1,8831,713
Tongue Load (lbs.)200200
Towing Capacity (lbs.)2,0001,867
Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.)5,9005,900

Source: 2020 Ram ProMaster City Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2020 Ram ProMaster City fuel economy (EPA)

The EPA rates the 2020 Ram ProMaster City at 24 MPG combined. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.

City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).

VersionEngineTransmission · driveCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Promaster City2.4L 4-cylinder9-speed automatic · FWD21MPG28MPG24MPG$2,600374

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 ProMaster City wheels & tires

Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.

FitsTireWheelType
All models
215/55R16XL
16 in, steel or aluminum
all-season, extra load
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 says the van can have a tire service kit, a compact spare or a regular-size spare (with or without a TPMS sensor); a stowed spare hangs on a winch under the rear.
Lug nut torque
63 ft-lb (86 N·m) (Steel wheels only), M12 x 1.25 thread, 17 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 ProMaster City Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.

2020 Ram ProMaster City 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 joints
  • Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
  • Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function

Additional Maintenance

  • Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter
  • Change brake fluid every two yearsThe brake fluid must be changed every 24 months. This interval is time based only, mileage intervals do not apply.
Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints
Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filterChange engine air filter every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) if operated in dusty and off road environment.
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter
Change brake fluid every two yearsThe brake fluid must be changed every 24 months. This interval is time based only, mileage intervals do not apply.
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 and replace PCV valve if necessary

At every oil change

  • Change 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 battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect the CV joints
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses, lines and park brake
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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2020 Ram ProMaster City 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

SystemApplies toCapacity
Fuel tank (approximate)2.4L engine16 gal60.5 L
Engine oil with filter2.4L engine5.5 qt5.2 L
Cooling system2.4L engine7.2 qt6.8 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Engine coolant
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formulaMS.90032
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil2.4L engine
SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395
—
Engine oil filter
Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements
Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Fuel selection2.4L engine
87 octane (R+M)/2, 0-15% ethanol
—

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Automatic transmission
ZF 8 & 9 speed ATF or equivalent
Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinder
DOT 4
Mopar DOT 4
Power steering reservoir
Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluidMS-11655
—

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
2.4L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded
Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorque
Steel wheels onlyThread M12 x 1.2517 mm socket63 ft‑lb (86 N·m)
Aluminum wheels onlyThread M12 x 1.2517 mm socket89 ft‑lb (120 N·m)
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant reservoir filled to the MAX level.
  • Brake fluid should be changed every 24 months, a time-based interval only.
  • Check lug nut torque again after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Do not mix OAT coolant with HOAT or globally compatible coolants; propylene glycol coolant is not recommended.

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2020 Ram ProMaster City recalls & safety

What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2020 Ram ProMaster City: 2 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint. Fetched November 8, 2026.

NHTSA hasn't published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Ram ProMaster City.

Recalls (2)

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.

Exterior lighting: turn signalSeptember 21, 2021 · Campaign 21V728000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster City vehicles. If one or both turn signal lights fail, the flashing rate may not change to warn the driver of the failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: The driver may be unaware that the turn signals are not signaling their intentions to other drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the Body Controller Module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y71.

Campaign 21V728000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleMarch 9, 2021 · Campaign 21V147000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram ProMaster City vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may have internal damage, which could result in a loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions.

Risk: The loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions can increase the risk of a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Fix: FCA US, LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 21V147000 on NHTSA.gov

Owner complaints by component

Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
  • Structure1

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 Promaster City. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

2020 Ram ProMaster City owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2020 model year.

Read for lake-effect country

Reading the 2020 ProMaster City data for Great Lakes roads

None of the factory data on this page changes from one region to the next, but what deserves a second look does. Below are the 2020 Ram ProMaster City lines that matter for a Bowling Green winter, a spring of broken pavement, a boat on the hitch or a long descent in the hills.

Tire choices for squall and thaw

The smallest 2020 factory size is 215/55R16. Each thaw in Michigan and Ohio opens new potholes, and a tall sidewall survives them best: the 16-inch fitment flexes over a sharp edge where a low-profile tire can pinch or bend its wheel. After a hard hit, look for a sidewall bubble.

The oil grade on a January morning

The 2020 Ram ProMaster City fluids table lists SAE 0W-20, with 5.5 qt 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.

Starting in single digits

Battery care in this schedule: inspect it and clean and tighten the terminals as required at each oil change. A battery that bakes through a Nashville or Memphis summer ages faster, then gets found out by the first hard freeze. Have it load-tested in fall rather than waiting for a slow crank.

Traction for snowbelt hills and hollows

Every 2020 version in the factory data is front-wheel drive; no all-wheel or four-wheel drive was offered. That works through a Great Lakes winter on proper winter tires, which matter more on packed snow than the number of driven wheels. Hills are the harder test, from steep Cincinnati side streets to back roads in West Virginia, so carry momentum gently and avoid spinning the tires.

Clearance for frozen ruts and hollow roads

Listed ground clearance: 5.2 inches. Two places in this region test it. One is a snowbelt side street after a squall, where frozen ruts form before the plow comes back. The other is a gravel road up an Appalachian hollow, where a high crown and washouts can catch a low underbody. Knowing the figure helps you choose a line instead of guessing.

Gravel hollow roads and the air filter

The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.

Octane from the owner data

The owner data specifies 87 octane. A higher grade than the manual asks for adds cost without benefit, while a lower one than required makes the engine pull back ignition timing, which shows most under load on a long Appalachian climb.

Capacities, ratings and service intervals: Stellantis data for the 2020 ProMaster City. The Great Lakes reading of them is independent and is not factory or dealer advice.

2020 Ram ProMaster City questions

How much oil does the 2020 Ram ProMaster City take?

With a filter change: 2.4L engine, 5.5 qt / 5.2 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 ProMaster City use?

2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2020 Ram ProMaster City?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv joints; inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter; change brake fluid every two years.the brake fluid must be changed every 24 months. this interval is time based only, mileage intervals do not apply. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2020 Ram ProMaster City 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 ProMaster City get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Ram ProMaster City at 24 MPG combined, depending on the version. 2.4L 4-cylinder, 9-speed automatic, FWD: 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.

What size tires does the 2020 Ram ProMaster City use?

Factory tire sizes: 215/55R16XL (All models). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard on the vehicle, not in a single table.

Does the 2020 Ram ProMaster City have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Ram ProMaster City. The most recent: Exterior lighting: turn signal (September 2021) and Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (March 2021). 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 ProMaster City?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Ram ProMaster City with NHTSA. The components named most often are structure (1). Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.

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.