2017 RAM 1500 Tradesman

The 2017 Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup that squares off against the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra. The Ram 1500 rides with a composed, carlike feel, and the available air suspension smooths out rough pavement impressively. Its cabin is roomy and well built, with the RamBox cargo management system adding handy lockable storage in the bed sides. The Uconnect infotainment system is among the easiest to use in the segment, with crisp graphics and quick responses. The Tradesman is the work-ready base trim, skipping chrome and leather for a vinyl floor, steel wheels, and a spray-in bedliner. Its 3.6L V6 makes 305 horsepower and pairs with the smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic; four-wheel drive gives you traction in mud or snow. The standard Class IV hitch and trailer wiring mean you can tow right away, and the 3.21 axle keeps highway revs low for 23 mpg highway.