2001DodgeRam WagonDodge Ram Wagon2001 Dodge Ram 1500 WagonFull-size VanWagonRWDWindsor, Ontario, CanadaMinor changes come with 2001, the last year of production for the full-size Dodge van, in the form of a new trailer tow package and a Class IV receiver hitch. The tilt steering wheel comes with three new settings to find that perfect driving position, you get a choice of two new interior colors, and your passenger gets an "Oh God" handle. Also new for the year are front seatbelt pre-tensioners that minimize seatbelt slack during a frontal collision.Bargain pricing, room for up to15 passengers.Hasn't had a serious redesign in nearly 30 years, fuel-sucking engines.Dodge's full-size vans and wagons haven't changed all that much despite nearly three decades of existence. Squint your eyes and the latest big Rams could almost be mistaken for the 1971 models. But this does not matter to Dodge fans. Chrysler hasn't yet found a need to change the brawny trucks in order to keep up with rivals from Ford and General Motors. In fact, the company is killing the Ram Wagon at the end of the year, replacing it with a full-size SUV. So for 2001, only minor refinements were needed. The passenger wagon comes in two lengths and three load ranges -- a 1500, a 2500, and a 3500 Maxi Wagon. The first two models, the 1500 and 2500 seat eight. The 3500 has a payload of up to 4,245 pounds, standard floor covering and seating for 15 passengers. An optional sliding door on the passenger side facilitates ingress/egress. The base engine in the 1500 and 2500 series is a 3.9-liter V6, but most buyers would be better off with an optional V8, either a 5.2-liter or a 5.9-liter. With 295 foot-pounds of torque on tap, the 5.2-liter yields a rewarding combination of strength and economy, but no Ram vehicle ranks miserly at the gas pump. For demanding applications, your best bet might be the 5.9-liter, which packs 335 foot-pounds of twisting force. Standard on the 3500 is the 5.2-liter, but you can also step up to the 5.9. To compensate for thirsty engine choices, there's a 32-gallon gas tank on the 109-inch wheelbase wagons, and a 35-gallon tank on all other models. The V6 is hooked to an automatic three-speed transmission, and both V8s are attached to an automatic four-speed. Rear-wheel antilock braking is standard, with four-wheel ABS optional on both. Keep your passengers happy by opting for the rear air conditioning and heater ducts. Keep yourself happy by getting the convenience group, which includes power windows and locks. A power driver's seat is available, as well as an option for a CD player to hook up to that standard six-speaker audio system. Also, a wheelchair lift can be added and the roofline easily raised for the physically challenged, according to Dodge. The Dodge Ram Wagon has remained virtually the same for 30 years, as has its value, in-demand conveniences and practical price. As they say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Chevrolet AstroChevrolet Express PassengerFord Econoline WagonGMC Savana336,000336,000336,0005100,000NANANA63.9 litersV6175 hp @ 4800 rpm225 ft-lbs. @ 3200 rpm209 cu.ft.2040 lbs.5700 lbs.192.6 in.78.8 in.79.6 in.4245 lbs.109.6 in.39.4 ft.NA38.9 in.39.2 in.NANANANA39 in.40.6 in.8Not AvailableStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested31 gal.14 mpg / 16 mpg434 mi. / 496 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$19,587$21,3457.35%$690N/A3% of the Total MSRP1500 WAGON (3A): 3.9L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 3-speed automatic transmission; 600 amp battery; 136 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.55 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, HD front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension, HD rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering; front disc/rear drum brakes with rear wheel antilock brakes; 31 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; 3 doors with split swing-out right rear passenger door, conventional rear cargo door; front and rear chrome bumpers with black rub strip; clearcoat monotone paint with bodyside accent stripe; aero-composite halogen headlamps; additional exterior lights include underhood light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 15" x 7" silver styled steel wheels with P235/75SR15 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; air conditioning; AM/FM stereo w/clock, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 6 speakers, fixedantenna; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighter element, smokers' package; instrumentation display includes oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, lights on, key in ignition, low washer fluid; driver's and passenger's front airbags; tinted windows; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, vented rear window; seating capacity of 8, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, driver's and front passenger's armrests, driver's and front passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment; removable bench seat 2nd-row seat; removable 3rd-row bench seat; height-adjustable front seatbelts; premium cloth seats, vinyl door trim, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering, deluxe sound insulation; interior lights include dome light, front reading lights; sport steering wheel; day/night rearview mirror; engine cover console with storage, locking glove box with light, front cupholder; carpeted cargo floor;chrome grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles.
2500 WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of 1500 WAGON (3A) equipment): 5.2L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter converter; transmission oil cooler; rear-wheel drive, 3.92 axle ratio; 35 gal. capacity fuel tank; 16" x 6.5" silver steel wheels with LT225/75SR16D BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light.
3500 MAXI-WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2500 WAGON (4A) equipment): HD radiator; LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; seating capacity of 15; premium cloth seats full vinyl floor covering; vinyl cargo floor.