2014 Ram 1500 revealed, EcoDiesel engine specifications announced

Chrysler has recently officially unveiled the 2014 Ram 1500.

The Ram 1500 was recently given an extensive facelift, and now it has been given minor updates including a revised color palette – that now includes Blue Streak and Granite Crystal – and a brand new front park assist system that can detect objects that are up to 47.2 inches (120 cm) away. There are other features as well which include a variable displacement air compressor and a pulse-width modulation blower which help to reduce parasitic engine loss to improve fuel efficiency.

The notable feature of the truck is the addition of a 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel engine that generates 240 hp (179 kW) and 420 lb-ft (568 Nm) of torque. It is mated to an eight-speed auto transmission which will enable the truck to have a best-in-class fuel economy rating.

The 2014 Ram 1500 will be priced from $24,200 (excludes a destination charge of $1,095). Trucks equipped with the EcoDiesel engine will cost $2,850 more than similarly equipped models with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and the eight-speed automatic transmission.