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Ram Promaster 1500 features and specs

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Base 2WD 3D Cargo Van

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Windows
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Diesel Engine

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Navigation System
  • No A/C
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Mirrors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Tow Hitch
  • Vinyl Seats

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

174

Torque (ft-lbs)

295

Engine type

Turbo Diesel

Fuel capacity

24

Wheelbase

118"

Overall length

195.4"

Width

80.7"

Height

88.7"

Leg room

F 38.8"

Head room

F 65.4"

Front tires

225/75R16

Rear tires

225/75R16

Seating capacity

2

Max towing capacity

510/5100 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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