2013 Ram 1500
he starring roles in the Ram's fuel economy story go to the ubiquitous 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. You probably remember these pieces from the rest of the Chrysler collection. The announcement of an eight-speed automatic and Pentastar V-6 engine isn't exactly groundbreaking -- Bob Hegbloom, director of the Ram brand, called that combo "the worst-kept secret we've had in this company." In this application, the Pentastar makes 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque on regular 87 octane gas. Ram isn't giving exact fuel economy figures yet, but the claim of best in class fuel economy means the Pentastar needs to best the 2wd 3.7-liter V-6 F-150's 17/23 mpg ratings. We expect Ford to scramble to at least match whatever ratings Ram is able to advertise.
