Reviews: The 1998 Dodge Ram 1500
By Alex Smith
Introduction
The 1998 Ram 1500 is manufactured in MEXICO for Dodge. It is Dodge's entry into the EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $19,095 USD in 1998.
Ram 1500 Dimensions
In 1998 the Ram 1500 has an overall length of 224.60 inches and a width of 79.30 inches. It sits a total of 71.60 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.60 inches. Front headroom is 40.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Ram 1500 a turning radius of 46.90 inches. It uses 225/75R16 tires with a wheelbase of 138.70 inches.
Drivetrain
The Ram 1500 comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4751 lbs. The 2-Wheel ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The 5.2L V8 OHV 16V engine is rated at 12 - 13 miles/gallon city and 18 miles/gallon highway out of a 26.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Ram 1500 retails for $19,095 USD with a invoice price of $16,751 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Cassette Player, Full Size Spare Tire. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Tachometer, Tilt Steering.
Exterior color choices include Black Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat/Flame Red Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright White Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Dark Chestnut Pearl Coat, Dark Chestnut Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Emerald Green Pearl Coat, Emerald Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clear Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearl Coat, Forest Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearl Coat, Intense Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Metallic Red Clear Coat, Metallic Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow with interior choices of Agate Cloth, Agate Vinyl, Camel/Tan Cloth, Camel/Tan Leather, Mist Gray Cloth, Mist Gray Leather, Mist Gray Vinyl. The Ram 1500 seats 6 people with 41.00 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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