Used 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup Pros & Cons

Pros & Cons of the 2013 Dodge Ram Pickup

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 Pros Multiple body styles and trims for maximum customization.

 Pros Eight-speed transmission shifts flawlessly.

 Pros Larger grille and restyled headlights for 2013.

 Pros Powerful base engine offers impressive acceleration, fuel economy, and towing capabilities.

 Pros Two fantastic V8 engines to choose from, with the largest capable of towing 10,450 pounds.

 Pros Plenty of features and packages to add on.

 Pros Respectable braking abilities.

 Pros Top safety scores in side-impact crash tests.

 Pros Available air suspension.

 Pros Incredibly smooth ride and fantastic handling.

 Pros Two new touchscreen interfaces this year.

 Cons Depending on body style and added packages, 1500 can become extremely expensive.

 Cons Poor fuel economy with V8 engine.

 Cons Marginal frontal-offset crash test ratings.

 Cons Base audio system does not include a CD player.

 Cons Rearview camera is not a standard feature.

 Cons Navigation not available on all trims.

 Cons Crash test ratings not available for every cab and bed configuration.

 Cons Braking was impressive in one body style, but it is impossible to know how heavier vehicles will measure up.