Ram Promaster Cargo Van

Ram Promaster Cargo Van

Introduction

Presented at the 2013 Chicago car expo, the new-to-the-U.s. 2014 Ram Promaster is focused around the European-market Fiat Ducato load van. So as to handle U.s. streets and climes, the Promaster gets a strengthened body, fortified body, and frameworks solidified to adapt to temperatures from -30 to 125 degrees F. Dissimilar to the back drive rivalry, the Promaster is front-drive just, which helps a close to 50/50 weight circulation when laden at or close to its GVWR. In view of the European-market FIAT Ducato, the RAM Promaster offers a couple of remarkable peculiarities among payload vans. For one, its just accessible with front-wheel drive. That is as opposed to all other full-measure vans, which are offered in either raise or all-wheel-drive setups.

The 2014 Ram Promaster, taking into account the front-wheel-drive Fiat Ducato, is the first mutually created result of Ram Truck and Fiat Professional. Ram will offer a conventional six-velocity programmed or another six-pace robotized single-grip manual transmission that drops the water powered linkage to enhance mileage – subtle elements are as of now rising on this interesting gearbox.

Ram Promaster full-estimate business van separated from its rival. In a section still gagged with parched, back wheel-drive, step edge, and pickup truck-based load vans. The Ram Promaster is all-new to the U.s. for 2014. In light of the European-market Fiat Ducato, the Promaster is accessible in 1500, 2500, and 3500 arrangement and in addition with two powertrains, in two top statures, three wheelbases, and four body lengths or as a chassis Taxi.

Models and Features

The 2014 Ram Promaster comes in three primary trim levels: 1500, 2500 and 3500. The 1500 is accessible with a low or high top alternative, while the 2500 and 3500 are just accessible with the high top. The 1500 is offered in 118- and 136-inch wheelbases while the 2500 offers a decision of 136- and 159-inch wheelbases. The 3500 is just offered with the 159-inch wheelbase, with a more extended body setup for additional payload space accessible also. The Promaster's colossal payload region - up to 530 cubic feet - offers a lot of customization conceivable outcomes. From the plant there is a decision of robust or windowed dividers and back entryways, and the inside dividers can be fitted with paneling.  Up fitters will have a lot of space to work with for introducing racks, cupboards, pens, work seats and so forth? Promaster was retuned for rougher streets and higher payloads, with more consumption security. The Ram Promaster has a greatest 5,145 pound payload limit, with a 5,100 pound most extreme towing limit. The terrible joined weight rating for the 3.6-liter V6 is 11,500 pounds and 12,500 pounds for the 3.0-liter diesel. These limits are far higher than Fiat Ducato, whose most extreme payload is around 3,472 pounds.

Options and Packages

Standard structures for all incorporate 16-inch steel wheels, a traveler side sliding side entryway, cooling, material basin seats, force front windows, force locks, keyless section, an extendable (yet not tilt-movable) guiding wheel and a four-speaker sound framework with USB and assistant sound jack.

Accessible choices incorporate combination wheels, haze lights, a driver-side sliding entryway, windows for the side and back entryways, force collapsing/warmed side perspective mirrors, an alert framework, back stopping sensors, a rearview cam, a load allotment (with or without a sliding window), route, warmed seats, swivel situates, a suspension driver seat, movable lumbar help, a twofold traveler situate, a calfskin wrapped controlling wheel, updated sound with Bluetooth and guiding wheel-mounted controls, satellite radio, journey control and inner part divider paneling.

The 2014 Ram Promaster's inside is an illustration of down to business usefulness. Instruments are vast and clear, with a multifunction showcase focused between the speedometer and tachometer. Atmosphere controls are of the proven three-handle configuration, while the sound framework and discretionary route framework are mounted up high on the middle stack. Extended periods out and about are facilitated through decently supported skipper's seats and a plenitude of convenient cupholders and cubbies.

Under the Hood

The Ram Promaster offers two motor decisions. The standard motor is Chrysler's productive Pentastar V6. That engine brags 280 torque and 258 lb-ft of torque. There's likewise a noncompulsory diesel motor. Sourced from Europe like the van itself, the 4-chamber diesel makes 174 pull and 295 lb-ft of torque. While Chrysler hasn't advertised authority efficiency figures, it says the diesel Promaster will be the most fuel proficient van in its class. Both motors are combined with a 6-velocity programmed transmission; a manual transmission isn't accessible. Standard on all Ram Promasters is a 3.6-liter V6 that delivers 280 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Force is sent to the front wheels through a six-velocity programmed transmission.

Fuel Economy

The 2013 Ram Promaster Van brags EPA-assessed efficiency of 17 miles per gallon and 25 miles per gallon and 20 miles per gallon consolidated for a two wheel drive Cab consists of Quad. While testing it at a test track, a the fast two wheel drive got from zero to sixty in just 7.7seconds which is amazing given its size and weight. That is genuinely fast for a full-estimate pickup, in addition to unified with four entryways and fueled by a V6. While the EPA hasn't discharged evaluated mileage figures, the automaker asserts the turbo diesel combo is useful for mid- to high-20s mpg. Oil change interims are evaluated 18,500 miles for the turbo diesel and 10,000 miles for the V-6.

Safety Ratings and Technology

Standard security characteristics for the 2014 Ram Promaster incorporate front side and side blind airbags, antilock plate brakes, slope begin support, steadiness control (with trailer influence control) and footing control. Discretionary peculiarities incorporate a roadside security unit, back stopping sensors and a rearview cam. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety assessed the Ram Promaster incredible in every test except for the top squash quality, where it was evaluated fringe. A standard forklift bed can fit between the back wheel wells. Max payload limit is appraised up to 5145 pounds, while max towing limit is dependent upon 5100 pounds. The 2014 Ram Promaster hasn't been tried by the NHTSA or assessed by the IIHS.