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2009 dodge ram pickup 2500 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Mechanical upgrades improve the heavy-duty rams. introductionthe current generation of dodge ram heavy-duty pickups has been with us for a few years now. Last redesigned for 2003, the dodge ram 2500 and dodge ram 3500 models aren't nearly as new as the latest from ford and general motors. However, they do benefit from constant updating, such as the addition last year of a 2010-compliant diesel engine and six-speed automatic. (the dodge ram 1500 models have been redesigned for 2009 and are covered in a separate new car test drive review.) the 2009 dodge ram hd heavy-duty line benefits from mechanical improvements, a more powerful hemi engine, and a more extensive options list. Choice has been simplified by offering the power wagon only as a quad cab, the ram 3500 only as a diesel, and the hemi v8 only with an automatic transmission. the dodge ram mega cab was created by re-proportioning the relationship between cab and bed on a long wheelbase truck, adding 20 inches to the cab and shortening the bed to 6 feet, 3 inches. The result is acres of cab space, with six seats and plenty of head, shoulder, leg and hip room. Launched as a 2006 model, the extra-large mega cab is aptly named. The back seats are roomy and comfortable with reclining seatbacks, separate rear heating and air conditioning outlets, reading lights and a center armrest with cup holders, and available dvd entertainment; there's space behind the back seats for cargo. Folding down the back seats reveals a huge cargo area (more than 70 cubic feet) with a flat load floor. The rear doors open big and wide, making it easy to load stuff inside. Covered bins are provided back there for storing gear and smaller items, and hooks are provided for hanging things. we found the dodge ram cummins turbo diesel quiet, powerful and responsive. The exhaust brake provides engine braking down long highway grades, thereby leaving the brakes cool, fade-free, and ready for stopping. The diesel's power and fuel economy make it an excellent choice for owners who tow heavy trailers long distances. the ram heavy duty models are equally at home serving solo contractors, landscape crews, or families with big toys, and everyone in between. A trx4 (mild off-road) is available for 2500 and 3500 while the power wagon (more severe off-road) is 2500-series only. the 2500 28,185-$43,860) comes standard with the hemi v8 and five-speed automatic, no manual is offered; the cummins 6. 7-liter turbo diesel (about $7,100) is optional with a six speed manual or six-speed automatic. Options are limited to a diesel engine on 2500, cruise control, towing mirrors, side curtain airbags, and a few cosmetic upgrades. sxt adds a bit more bright trim and chrome, including the wheels, power mirrors/windows/locks, cruise control, remote keyless entry, carpet, and cloth upholstery. A trx4 off-road package may be added, consisting of aluminum wheels and more aggressive tires, limited-slip differential, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps, and unique shocks. slt, the standard trim on mega cabs, includes an overhead console, speed control, power windows and door locks, keyless entry, and power mirrors. Options for slt include a power-sliding rear window, a bed liner, powered trailer tow mirrors, sun roof, power adjustable pedals and driver seat, am/fm/6cd/mp3 with infinity speaker, navigation, sirius satellite radio, dvd rear-seat entertainment system, uconnect bluetooth hands-free wireless communication system, bucket seats, yes essentials stain-repellent cloth upholstery, and 17-inch forged aluminum wheels. A part-time electric shift transfer case is available on 4wd models. laramie models add dual-zone climate control, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, heated front seats, security alarm, auto-dimming rearview mirror, chrome moldings and sentry key engine immobilizer. Options on the laramie package include an entertainment system, sun roof, bucket seats, bluetooth, and the navigation radio. the 2500 power wagon quad cab comes with the hemi only, electric-locking front and rear differentials, disconnecting front sway bar, 12,000-pound warn winch, and 32-inch bfgoodrich off-road tires. From the front, its crosshair grille with big chrome collar remains is recognizable as a dodge ram signature. With the front-end restyled for 2008 and a dual-rear wheel option added after introduction, the rear gets attention for 2009 with new taillight styling similar to the dodge durango and dakota. from the side, the mega cab makes an even more dramatic impression. Very long rear doors are unique to the immense mega cab, with a very large area of full roll-down window glass. The dark glass, rear doors and wide pillar suggest a limousine. Expansive interior volume reinforces the impression. Behind this huge cab, the bed looks small, but it remains significantly large: 6 feet, 3 inches in length and 51 inches wide between the wheel wells. The mega cab adds some 22 inches of cab length to what is already a wide cabin, taking second-row spaciousness beyond that of any previous production pickup. The mega cab's rear seats offer 44. 2 inches of legroom, compared with 36. 7 inches for a quad cab. And there is room for the rear seats to recline, tilting up to 37-degrees for added comfort. The rear seats also have their own reading lights and a center armrest with cup holders, plus separate rear air conditioning and heat outlets. dvd entertainment for rear-seat passengers is available, with wireless headsets and integrated game ports. Behind the passengers is a power sliding rear window for flow-through ventilation. Because of the added length of the second-row seating area, the air bag system had to be redesigned with larger side curtain air bags. Each side air bag has its own impact sensor in order to trigger the air bag on the side where impact occurs. from the driver's seat, the view is of a wide center stack with large knobs and buttons, precisely finished with consistent angles and cut lines throughout. The instrument panel cluster is located under a prominent dash brow to reduce glare and improve visibility of six white-faced gauges, the latter numbered on diesel-engine models. Rectangular, slat-type air vents close flush. interior trim is markedly different among the trim levels. In st trim, the dash is textured plastic with synthetic-look inserts on the slt. The laramie package makes extensive use of woodgrain trim inside, with less plastic, for a more distinctive appearance. the seats are generously padded and we found them to be comfortable, especially the six-way driver's seat in the laramie, which can be easily shifted around, which is good because any particular position becomes tiresome on long trips. The leather upholstery adds a rich appearance to the interior of laramie models. with the optional front bucket seats, a new center console extends from the dashboard. In the mega cab, we found a six-foot, three-inch passenger has no problem stretching out completely with the rear seats reclined. A tall rear-seat passenger spent an entire day with us, declining all invitations to move up front. everything about the ram is full size. Even those of us used to operating domestic pickups and tow vehicles are aware of the ram's imposing size and stance. Interior door handles are large and heavily built, consistent with the large size of the ram doors. the cabin is loaded with nicely sized trays, slots and pockets. It seemed there was a.
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