Though overshadowed by fresher competition, the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 is still the king of big-truck attitude and can handle the diverse duties of comfortable daily driver and capable workhorse with equal ease.

Pros

Strong output from V8 engines, sharp steering, smooth ride, Mega Cab's mega-spacious interior.

What's New for 2008

The 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 gains a revised 4.7-liter V8 which boasts more power and somewhat better fuel economy. Trailer Sway Control has been added to the optional stability control, while four-wheel-drive models get a revised steering linkage.

• Features

• Interior Features

• Front Seats
• Vinyl
• 40-20-40 split bench front seats
• Instrumentation
• Clock
• Tachometer
• Low fuel level warning
• Convenience
• Front cupholders
• Front door pockets
• Retained accessory power
• Power steering
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Comfort
• Air conditioning
• Cargo area light
• In Car Entertainment
• Mast antenna
• 4 total speakers
• 66 watts stereo output
• AM/FM stereo
• Auxiliary audio input

• Features

• Exterior Features

• Roof and Glass
• Variable intermittent wipers
• Truck Features
• Engine hour meter
• Vinyl floor covering
• Tires and Wheels
• Steel wheels
• 17 x 7.0 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• P245/70R17 tires
• All season tires
• Underbody mounted spare tire
• Fullsize matching spare tire
• Towing and Hauling
• Trailer wiring
• Safety Features
• ABS, rear wheel only
• Child seat anchors
• Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
• Engine immobilizer
• 2 front headrests
• Passenger airbag deactivation switch
• Front center 3-point belt
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Electronic brakeforce distribution