Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
11 -15 City / 15 -19 HWY
Horsepower
215 -245
Seats
3 -6
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sarah L
Good gas mileage, good performance.
The truck has proven to be long lasting. It has plenty of seat space, and drives well. Gas mileage is not too bad for being a full size truck. It has started rusting which sucks. Also, the dash has broken so it was not the most durable. I bought it used and at 180,000 miles.
accountCircle Pam G
All the benefits of owning a truck.
I love my truck! I do have a problem with the dashboard cracking. This has happened to all 3 of my Dodge trucks. I feel safer in a truck. The gas mileage is a little bit more costly but my families safety is more important. And I love it being a 4 wheel drive. It can go almost everywhere.
accountCircle Carolyn E
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 still going strong.
Given the age and mileage (over 200, 000), the truck is performing very well. The mileage per gallon of gas is not the greatest, but we didn't buy the vehicle for that reason. We needed something that we could use for hauling supplies for the house and garden, and the truck has done what we wanted.
accountCircle Renee S
It is very dependable and is made very good. It still drives like a new car.
I dislike all of the plastic for the front of the inside truck. I like everything else. I wish it was not fuel injected. I am pleased with dodge.
accountCircle Kat S
Drives great in any weather, on any terrain.
Well built, little maintenance, very few issues over the years, as old as it is it still runs great. Hope it lasts forever.
accountCircle roy K
It is very reliable for it's age
I love being able to step up into and down out of a vehicle. This has been a very reliable vehicle. It is 16 years old and still runs beautifully. It doesn't get very good mileage but I don't drive many miles each year so that is not a problem. Due to severe rust I will have to replace it next year.
accountCircle Suzanne G
I find my Dodge Ram to be very dependable.
I have had my truck since 2002. I have replaced the ball joints and had to replace the radiator 3 yrs. Ago. Also brake Calipers were replaced 5 yrs. Ago. Ac works great needs a recharge every couple yrs. And had to replace fan motor 2 yrs. Ago. It is so comfortable love taking it on vacation.
accountCircle Roger C
Good looking dependable truck.
I really love my truck it is very dependable has all that I need in a light duty truck. It does not have a lot of extras that can go out, but it has a comfortable ride it get good gas mileage and is an all around good dependable truck. I would recommend this truck to anybody plus it is good to look at and easy maintenance.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jan H
Our dodge experience. The engine went with low miles.
Our dodge ram 1500. Its a 2002 with very 88,000 miles on it. My husband and I purchased it used. And not four months after that the engine blew in it. One of the rods in the engine almost shot through the engine casing. The truck itself was nice on the inside. Seemed to be a decent truck. But I suppose not. I would not recommend dodge after this encounter.
accountCircle Noah S
Ram 1500 crew cab 4 wheel drive
The truck had very low gas mileage but it is a hefty truck and can be used for hauling large things, a camper or other towable objects. I would not recommend it to someone who would really not need it. Other than that it is a nice truck if that is what you are after
accountCircle Fred R
Ups and downs of the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500.
My truck is old and rusty. Sometimes the air does not work in the summer and it gets hot. It is convenient for picking up large cargo. I do not get stuck in the snow during the winter.
accountCircle Taylor B
My truck is my get around car I use it for everything.
I need to fix transmission it is not working that well. Also lights due to sensors and the air does not work very well. If I was able to fix the seats I would, also I need to fix my windshield it has a crack I am not able to give my truck the proper care due to income right now.
accountCircle Bruce T
It's a workhorse. Will lull or haul what you need to.
Great power roomie. Cost to much bad fuel mileage.
accountCircle Nevin G
Reliable truck but costly in gas mileage.
My 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 5. 9 l is a big and loud vehicle which I love. The gas mileage unfortunately is not too great but is reliable in getting back and forth from work. The truck also does well when I take it to the woods and being able to fill the bed with equipment comes in handy.
accountCircle Erick P
In conclusion, my 2002 Dodge Ram is just simply not a durable truck it has great powers but it's not long lasting.
My 2002 Dodge Ram was a very good powerful truck, but the last of the engine and transmisión is not so great. It's performance dropped dramatically I have to take it to the mechanic quit a bit fixing the breaks and transmisión.
accountCircle Kimberly J
Had to replace engine at only 88k miles.
Had to replace the engine at 98k miles. We bought it in 2015 for a farm truck and two months later we spent $5000 on a new engine. Disappointing since we paid $9400 for it and now we have more in it than it is worth. It has been fairly reliable since the new engine. Starting to rust out though.

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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2dr Reg Cab 120" WB
215-245 HP 15-15 MPG 3 Seats
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2dr Reg Cab 140" WB
215-245 HP 15-15 MPG 3 Seats
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2dr Reg Cab 120" WB 4WD
235-245 HP 13-13 MPG 3 Seats
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2dr Reg Cab 140" WB 4WD
235-245 HP 13-13 MPG 3 Seats
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4dr Quad Cab 140" WB
235-245 HP 15-15 MPG 6 Seats
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4dr Quad Cab 160" WB
235-245 HP 15-15 MPG 6 Seats
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4dr Quad Cab 140" WB 4WD
235-245 HP 13-13 MPG 6 Seats
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4dr Quad Cab 160" WB 4WD
235-245 HP 13-13 MPG 6 Seats
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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Owner Reviews

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5 stars 42%
4 stars 40%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 6%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Lisa I on April 3, 2021
1500 Dodge Ram 4 wheel drive. Poor gas mileage. No distinctive features.
The truck is relatively comfortable, back seat not so much, ashtray is not in good proximity of the passenger seat, has no power, very poor gas mileage.
accountCircle Lana M on March 16, 2021
Dodge Ram 1500-almost a perfect truck
My husband and I bought a used 2002 Dodge Ram pick-up. It had been well maintained. I've only found 2 issues that I don't really like: 1) gas mileage 2) certain years have a defective dashboard and it cracks into many pieces and now needs to be replaced. Otherwise, a great truck.

Ranks #12 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 has an average owner rating of 4.20 out of 5 which ranks it #12 of 16 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Ranks #3 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 has a combined MPG of 19 which ranks it #3 of 6 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Is The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 A Good Car?

Yes it's a really good vehicle. It's 4wd and reliable. It is not good on gas but it's a very good work truck and it serves its purpose especially when I go grocery shopping.
Jennifer S.
Yes it is, little bit of a gas hog but good and powerful and will haul anything I need to and get me where I need to be
Janet A.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500?

Well as far as it runs really good haven't had any problems in that aspect but it's not good on gas. I only get like 8 miles per gallon.
Jeff T.
It has some neglect on it simply because I live on disability and can't afford to keep up with but has been very reliable for me.
Tracy M.

Is The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 A Good Value?

We were able to buy it used for $5,000 but it came with some extras such as a 4 inch lift kit and a push bar and a light bar.
Sarah W.
Like most trucks it is expensive but worth every cent and mine is not 4 wheel drive so a little cheaper but as long as you don't trash it yes it is a good value in my book.
Ronald F.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why's my 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 overhead console not working?

Answer: Depending on what part of Your overhead console isnt working on Your 2002 Dodge Ram 1500, it could be a few issues. If it doesnt light up with any information, I would first check fuses. I would then pop the...

What's the power steering fluid for 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 type?

Answer: The type of power steering fluid that should be used in the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is ATF+4. The capacity for the truck iS3 quarts of fluid. Power steering fluid helps with the hydraulic assistance so that...

What is the 2002 Dodge ram asd relay location?

Answer: The ASD relay can be found in the main fuse panel under the hood in a 2002 Dodge Ram truck. The ASD relay will be labelled on the plastic cover that is over the fuse panel so that You can find it easier. The...

What is the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 oil pressure sensor location?

Answer: The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 oil pressure sensor location is found by watching: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=47-9lRMByWA Your oil needs to be replaced eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of...

What is the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 fuel pump relay location?

Answer: On the far right side of the engine compartment, on the driver's side of the car, the fuel pump relay in the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 can be found. It will be near the battery terminals on the left side panel and it...

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Safety & Reliability

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