2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -15 City / 16 -21 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
175 -245
Seats
3 -6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle George X
Good truck 350992 miles still going quality product
Great truck dodge went cheap on dashboard but great truck 350992 miles still going
accountCircle Laurie D
Love this truck. It is a little to wide for my taste.
Very tough durable truck. Does have brake issues and a radiator leak. The truck is comfortable for a small family. Does do want is expected from a truck.
accountCircle Tom S
Up keep is cheap. The oil changes are cheap.
Reliable, long lasting, good looking and drives and rides well. Low maintenance so far.... Would like better mpg.
accountCircle Kristy D
It's unique to me. It personalized me as well as is very noticeable.
Love the pipes it has as well as the ride. It sits pretty high and allows to see better. Great running truck and looks great.
accountCircle Ree B
It is chipped for mpg and hp.
I like it is big but not too big, it is a manual transmission, so I get to decide where the power goes. I have had problems with the tcase, heater core, and cooling/refrigerant system. Also, the power steering pump.
accountCircle Shaun R
It does decent on gas but could do better.
I like it is towing and hauling capability. I like the fact it is four door and is four wheel drive. I do not like the fact that I bought it used and have to put a lot of money into it to make it nice body wise and make it the way I want.
accountCircle First Name A
Runs smooth and very reliable.
I bought my Dodge due to the low miles, it 79, 000 miles and is a 2001. It has been the most reliable vehicle that I have owned. I have had no issues with it and do regular maintenance as needed to it. I have replaced the fuel pump and power steering pump. The vehicle was well taken care by the previous owner and has no body damage or rust spots. The 4x4 is a life saver for me as we live in and it comes in handy with all the snow we get. I couldn't be happier with my purchase and foresee myself being a loyal Dodge owner when purchasing my next vehicle.
accountCircle Alyssa L
2nd gen dodge - remarkably reliable
Being an almost 18 year old truck it is amazingly reliably having 200,000 miles. Has minor rust problems. Headlights are getting foggy. Takes a lot of gas to keep it running. Starts at even the closest temperatures. Haven't had any transmission or engine problems with her yet. However, I did have to replace the radiator.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Samantha F
It has very poor mpg averaging a about 15 miles per gallon.
The truck has a lot of extra bulk to try and make itself look bigger than it really is. It is a gas hog and I am lucky if I get 15 mpg out of it.
accountCircle Sonya S
What to expect when you drive a Dodge RAM 1500.
The truck is good, but it is too long and I am not good at parking it. The dashboard is cracked to pieces. The bezel was too and we have replaced that. The backseat is very narrow and uncomfortable. Everyone admires the truck, it is pretty. Its a v8 and powerful. It has been reliable and we have had it since 2012.
accountCircle James F
Fuel mileage of a 2001 dodge ram 1500
Gets about 10 miles to the gallon causing me to use it less than i'd like. It's decently comfortable, I definitely got what paid for
accountCircle Shane S
Air Conditioner is horrible! And you will spend almost a hundred bucks to fill up every week.
Love how high it sits and the visibility. Hate the gas mileage and the air conditioner.
accountCircle James M
I can trust it to get me anywhere I need to go whenever I need to.
It's reliable and dependable. Doesn't get very good gas mileage. Has a v8 engine with four wheel drive
accountCircle Brandon G
If you don't mind getting d***y, Dodge trucks can be a somewhat enjoyable experience.
It is easy to work on and that is a good thing because maintaining it is a lot of work. It is an ok truck and had Chrysler not cut corners it would have been great.
accountCircle JOE S
Around 90,000 mile the transmission got a little funky, almost like missing a beat, then engaging again.
Aside from regular maintenance, this has been a very reliable truck. Gas mileage has never been very good, but i only had to drive 5 miles to work.
accountCircle Tara P
It is easy to drive and can haul a lot in the bed.
For me it is a bit small being a single seat cab. I haven't really had many issues. I do have to replace the heater core and the wiper motor. It is a manual transmission and I love it.

Dodge Ram 1500 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Work Special
175 HP 18-18 MPG 3 Seats
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Base
230-245 HP 14-15 MPG 3-6 Seats
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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Owner Reviews

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5 stars 43%
4 stars 31%
3 stars 23%
2 stars 3%
1 star 1%
accountCircle John B on March 14, 2021
Very good looking and sounding truck.
Starter going out. Headlights needs replacement. Drives very well, the engine is strong. Body in great shape as well as inside. Decent on gas. Clean title. Its white, got two fifteen inch kicker comps inside with a two thousand watt Kenwood amp all hooked up to a double den seven inch touchscreen Kenwood radio and top of the line positive and negative wires ran with two inline fuses on them.
accountCircle Rick Wilson on March 6, 2021
Overall a good truck
I bought my
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Ranks #12 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 has an average owner rating of 4.32 out of 5 which ranks it #12 of 17 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Ranks #1 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 has a combined MPG of 20 which ranks it #1 of 6 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Is The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 A Good Car?

Yes. Very reliable and durable. Definitely a rugged style vehicle. Gets decent gas mileage for a large truck
Sara N.
It's been a wonderful vehicle. We plan on keep her for a long time! Jay got her brand new. We have had some work done, but nothing that cannot be expected considering the year.
Alexis T.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?

In the years we have had it, there hasn't been any major problems aside from normal maintenance and wear and tear that a typical heavy duty truck would go through
Pamela S.
Very reliable. She is a 2001. That being said we have recently had a new transmission installed. All other work has been cosmetic. We have added upgrades whenever possible.
Lon O.

Is The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 A Good Value?

If bought today the Kelly blue book gave it anywhere from 1200 for fair condition to 2000 for great condition. Its most definitely worth the money with the years put into it.
Marcia V.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 v8 Magnum towing capacity?

Answer: The towing capacity for the 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 V8 Magnum iS7,950 lbs. Towing capacity is the weight that can be towed behind a vehicle such as on a trailer or an RV or the like. The torque for the truck...

What's the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 rear differential fluid type?

Answer: The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 uses SAE 80w-90 gear oil for its rear differential. This fluid will keep the differentials lubricated, and the vehicle's system running smoothly. You can find this gear oil at many major...

What's the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 brake line size?

Answer: Regardless of configuration, the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 will always have 3/16" brake lines. It's technically possible to upgrade sections (or the entire system) with larger diameter brake lines, but it's beyond me...

What's the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2 Coolant capacity?

Answer: A 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 truck equipped with A5.2L V8 engine is going to have a coolant capacity of 16.1 liters. This is a bit of an older model and so they had much higher capacities and went through more fluids...

What is the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 speed sensor location?

Answer: The 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 speed sensor is located at the transmission output shaft. The speed sensor is responsible for talking with the CPU and reporting the number of times the shaft rotates, which translates...
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Safety & Reliability

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