New Tech for 2021! | 2021 RAM 1500 Limited Winter & Snow Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ธ.ค. 2020
- Another year, another RAM. Unlike with the 2020s, this year FCA has added some new tech to their full-size pickup truck. We go over what's new for 2021 with the RAM 1500 Limited!
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We've had the pleasure of featuring a number of RAM 1500 pickup trucks on TestDrive over the years, including the 2019 RAM 1500 Limited 4x4 we featured about 2 years ago. We drove a 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel to talk about the EcoDiesel engine, and now we're looking at the changes coming in 2021. Our 2021 RAM 1500 Limited 4x4 comes well equipped with a number of packages and options that most people would be looking at for this price. Included is the Patriot Blue Pearl paint and Indigo/White interior leather.
We go over the changes for 2021 including the optional colour Head-up Dsiplay and 9.2" video rearview mirror available based on packaging. With this truck we also talk about the 5.7L Hemi V8 engine with eTorque, a mild-hybrid system to help with auto stop/start and gear shifting.
We take our 2021 RAM 1500 Limited on a winter road test to talk about how this pickup truck performs in light snow, why you need good winter tires, and what you need to know if you're in the market for a truck like this.
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TestDrive drinking game for everyone, take a shot every time I say the word ‘system’ 😂😂
What would you recommend the ram 1500 limited or the gmc Sierra 1500?
In January it will be two years since I purchased my Longhorn. It doesn’t grow old. Love it like the day I bought it. Still finding new things to this day. Lol. Just wait. It will become the best #1 selling truck. 2nd place now. Consumers report states #1 in reliability. Motor truck trend Three-peat in a row. Yup she’s a beaut!!!
Thanks for sharing! I think RAM nailed it with this generation.
This truck saved my life so many times this year and I will w=always drive a ram in my f=driveway tonight
Glad to hear it!
The want with this one is SO STRONG. Beautiful color. I have looked at the Laramie versions of these with that sand and mountain interior and it is absolutely amazing how good the interior of these things are. The ride is really no joke, it is better than any luxury car. They really shame Silverado interior. I probably take the version without eTorque because I just like basic naturally aspirated engines. Other than that, magnificent. Sorry for you all's roads, you have to deal with a lot north of the border.
Tell me about it, the roads here are brutal! I love the colour on this one also, I was really happy with it.
The Maximum Steel Ram 1500 Limited, Coloured Bumper package with the Indigo Interior ! Stunning ! Love the Max Steel & Indigo ! The Patriot Blue looks kool too !!
I definitely like the colour on this one!
Now I believe in love at first site 7:59 ❤️❤️❤️
Glad to hear it!
Nile, I had written off eTorque system - you got me re-interested in it because of your breakdown- so many other reviewers never noticed it do anything or didn't even try and measure its benefits - appreciate it brother!
I'm glad to hear that! I sometimes amaze myself with my knowledge haha.
I like your enthusiasm about this truck. I’m looking to get one and went to a dealer to look at one yesterday. I was very impressed with the interior finishes and features of this truck.
Go for it! RAM is my top pickup truck pick right now. Can't beat the attention to detail with these higher-end trims!
That RAM 1500 Limited is stunning. When you opened the door to reveal the interior I had to keep telling myself - "this is a Truck?!?!!!"
This truck won a luxury car of the year award which is a first for a pickup truck.
You have a bad memory...
The interiors on these are exceptional, RAM easily makes the best luxury pickup truck interior on the market right now.
Home town boy... way to go. I like to hear/see more of the HUD display. Function and everything as well as new features/colours. Thanks from Winterpeg ⛄️
Hoping to get my hands on a TRX to try out the HUD! When I dropped this off about 5 weeks ago there was a pre-production TRX at FCA's fleet management company. I was very tempted to cross the street and check it out. The way things are going here in Québec though I might not be able to book one until summer, but I'm looking forward to it!
@@PRNTestDrive Thank you for the response. Here’s a link you might enjoy/info th-cam.com/video/EHwxM6ERdmE/w-d-xo.html. “TFL” has The TRX. j'espère que vous en mettrez la main, ce serait génial.
Good review…. Will soon be in a 23 limited. Currently in a JGC summit, and the drivetrain is great. In snow mode, it’s 50/50, and has tons of control, hard to even fishtail.
How is the ram awd system? It doesn’t have selectable modes, and the transfer case uses electro clutches. Can I expect a similar driving experience? Or not even close? In the Midwest, only have a few weeks of snow.
What an amazing truck 🇺🇸
Agreed!
The best truck until now. Greatness
This will definitely be going up against the new 2021 Ford F-150 Limited. Chevy/GMC have a long way to go if they want to get to this level.
I am one of those few who would not want a sun roof. There are maybe, what, 3 days out of the year you can actually use it. Not all winter, and winter lasts 7 months. Summer, A/C on, no need for sun roof. I would rather the extra headroom instead.
*On a side note, I was dismayed at the time I was shopping for a used car, how many cars had the panoramic sunroof but no safety tech-Blind Spot Monitoring, Back Up Assist, etc.
*edit
Manufacturers want to get people into the showroom with access to pano roofs over actual safety tech. I think FCA is the only group that actually makes the sunroof optional across their fleet rather than being tied to a specific trim.
I agree on the downsides of sunroofs. Adds top heavy weight, lowers headroom, not meant to prevent water intrusion but rather channel the water internally, etc. Had one car with an annoying unsolvable sunroof rattle. My traded in 2011 F-150 Platinum had a sunroof which I thought was great for the first week when I used it. Later I read that the plastic gear mechanism was prone to break and very expensive to repair, so I avoided using it even more. So many better things you can buy for $1,500.
Good review👍🏼👍🏼
Glad you liked it, thanks!
Ram is the best truck on the market hands down! Inside is beautiful outside even nicer and it rides like a luxury car. I will never lease another truck but a Ram in my life
Mopar has definitely done a fantastic job on this generation Ram!
Hey thanks for rewing this truck I totally love it, I really looking forward to see an off road test with this truck!
Glad you liked it, thanks! We did some light off-roading with the 2019 RAM 1500 Rebel about 2 years ago during the winter.
Yes thank you! I saw that video but I just want to know how well this particular model perform off road compared to the Rebel... I know is kind a compering apple and oranges but if this truck has off road capabilities I just want to know how well it does off road..
Well done Ram no wonder it's the truck of the year 2018-2019-2020 in North America am I right?! Super luxurious truck.. Trx review is coming soon mate?!
2019-2020-2021. Three-Peat in a row👍👍👍
@@ramrider1453 thanks for pointing that out mate
Let's be honest the 'new' Silverado and Sierra didn't do much in 2019, but the new Ford F-150 will be very interesting in comparison to this!
Ordered a '21 Ram 1500 Limited EcoDiesel and should be going into production very soon, can't wait!
Nice bro!
Congrats!
Nicely put together video. I'm a first time RAM 1500 owner. Here in Winnipeg too snow clearing is a myth. What brand would you recommend for winter tires. Thanks and Good Luck
I've had very good success with Toyo Observe, but I don't know if they make them in the larger truck sizes. Michelin X-Ice are also very good, along with Pirelli Scorpion Winters (very expensive by comparison).
@@PRNTestDrive Much appreciated. 👍
Which would be better for Virginia slow snow driving? A RAM 1500 5.7L eTorque 4x4 or a Jeep Cherokee 3.2L FWD? The Cherokee would seem to have the edge with a lower center of gravity and weight over the drive wheels.
You'll definitely have better fuel economy with the Cherokee, both because of the drivetrain but also the overall weight is lower. It depends on what you want out of your vehicle though. Personally I'm not a huge fan of pickup trucks in the snow, going slow is ok but even with good winter tires you don't get enough traction on the rear tires of a truck when you're driving unloaded.
Seriously considering this truck. I Love the Patriot Blue exterior. The Limited blue/frost Interior is luxury, but seems a bit...cold? I am leaning towards the Longhorn trim level with the black / New Saddle brown seats and trim. Was looking at a Canyon Denali, but this is, as they say, next level. The new multifunction tailgate is also clever. Thank you for posting this video.
Longhorn trim looks really good, I think I prefer it's design traits over the top-end Limited. This paint colour is also spot on.
i have a JGC summit with terrain select.. do these trucks not have a way to select snow, or rain, dirt, etc... is there no need for that? works nice on the jgc...
I don't believe they do.
Can I put a plow on my 2019 ram 1500 limited with the air ride system?
I don't see why not, double check with your dealer to be sure but these are able to be configured from the factory with the snow-plow prep package.
💯❤Ram❤💯
@2:32 truth has been told XD they just throw salt on the streets when it's a light snow and let's the chemicals do it's job
Pretty much how it feels!
This truck is very nice!! I like the chrome,(old bastard ). I am torn between the new F150 and the RAM. GM needs a new interior.
Gm is coming with an all new interior this coming year. It was suppose to be this year but due to covid, they weren't able to. I'm struggling to wait for the new GM trucks in August September because I'm a gm fan but these new rams are amazing. I'm trying to wait for the new GM trucks though because it's suppose to be a HUGE upgrade.
@@wesleywilliams1186 sounds good,.
I hear you bro
Quebec has way more taxes or at least higher taxes than the average state here in America has and they DONT plow the roads (which the city should do which is what is paid for by taxes) but they don't do it so it's the law to have cars that have snow tires? That's bull.
Absolutely true, it’s what I’ve been saying ever since I moved here. They mandate winter tires not because they’re safer, but because the province is so slow to clear the roads making it dangerous for drivers. I can’t stand it.
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The air suspension is crap..after 5 years it will stop working. I have 14 longhorn..love the interior but have had lots of issues with the air. there is only 1 dealership near me that can even work on it because it uses nitrogen NOT air. Just paid 2600 at said dealership and it is still not working...
Will you going to make p.o.v drive videos again?
If there's interest in it! I've been invited to take part in the 2021 Mazda CX-30 turbo launch in 2021, I may do another POV video with that vehicle since it'll likely be through a fun course to test it.
Nobody even flinches when they hear that trucks now cost more than $60k. Everyone is wealthy now!
The entry-level Classic Tradesman is about $35,000 CAD, which is still very reasonable for what you're getting out of a pickup truck.
I hate sunroof period!
A lot of people do too!
I want a 2021 ram 🐏 but all the negative TH-cam videos on the hemi Tick has scared me over to Ford
People are always quick to make videos/online posts when something goes wrong, but rarely about things that go right. RAM sells a significant amount of these trucks per year, I imagine its a tiny, but vocal percentage of people that have problems, as is the case with most things.
Mild hybrid is a misnomer. It's not a hybrid in any way. It's an assist system.
It regenerates energy from braking and shifting and adds motive force and torque at low end, start stop, and cylinder deactivation situations, so it is a mild hybrid system. Can't run soley on electrical power so it is not a full hybrid.
@@drmitofit2673 cylinder deactivation is a separate system not related to E torque. It does help with shift points by preloading the crank during shifting. And yes it regens with brakes. But it only adds torque for the first 1-1/2 turns if the rear wheel. Like I said. Mild hybrid is a misnomer.
@@boonelipsey5393 You are wrong. The eTorque system is integrated with the cylinder deactivation system allowing the V8 to remain longer in 4 cylinder mode when small amounts of acceleration are needed at highway speeds, as stated by the engineer who designed eTorque. Since you don't really know the facts, you are in no position to quibble about semantics.
I had E torque. Great system. Wish I still had it. But it's not a hybrid. Mild or otherwise. May have characteristics of a hybrid. But not a hybrid. Just like fender flares doesn't make a car a wide body. FCA likes making claims that are not accurate.
@@boonelipsey5393 Since you insist in quibbling on the wrong side of a semantic argument, I feel obligated to correct your erroneous spelling. It's eTorque not E torque. Think iPhone. If you had done a mere modicum of research on the topic, you should know this. I looked up Toyota's definition of mild hybrid which is an electrical motor that supports the engine during acceleration and cruising but cannot drive the vehicle independently (i.e. full hybrid). The eTorque system meets this definition. It may be on the very mild end of the spectrum, but it is still a mild hybrid, has many advantages, takes over stop start instead of using and wearing the 12 volt starter, replaces the alternator to charge the 12 volt battery, captures "free" regenerative energy from braking and upshifting, prolongs transmission life by smoothing shifts, and is a worthwhile upgrade. It is a very good application of (mild) hybrid technology.
eTorque is a lot more than Start Stop technology. I own a 2019 eTorque. Do some homework. There is so much information posted on eTorque.
Shifting as well. I mention that in the video. It provides better off-the-line performance which can be helpful with towing. I'm not sure what you're expecting here, this isn't an in-depth How It Works® on Chrysler's eTorque technology.
This is truly the fastest truck ever made
We've got the RAM 1500 TRX booked in a few months, that will certainly be interesting!
There's a benefit to Ram making such a nice truck..... It forced Ford to up their game for the 2021 models ..... Are you listening Chevy?
GM doesn't care. They really don't they purposely made a inferior product to penny pinch and use thier surplus parts.
GMs are updating their interior this year. Suppose to be a huge upgrade. Definitely gonna compete with ram and Ford.
@@wesleywilliams1186 this is two years too late. GM can let their inventory rot! The decision makers at GM decided to treat it's customer's like fools and tried to pawn off using it's surplus parts inventory as something consumers demanded to be placed into GM's number one selling product.
@@davidporter7051 better late than never. I'm a hardcore GM fan and I'm pissed they are so far behind in interior spec but I'd rather wait for a new GM than pick up a Ford anyday. Still can't get over the center console shifter in a ford..never liked that.
@@wesleywilliams1186 soon you can have a GM button shifter with rear leading interior.
air ride will die and cost 4000 to fix, I got rid of my crap ram because of it.
You could always option it off the build entirely.