As part of the summer actions, Stellantis Argentina launched in the Summer Car Show to the Ram Rampagethe compact pickup truck that is manufactured in Brazil and became the brand’s first to be developed outside of North America.
The Rampage is exhibited on the property that the automotive giant owns at km 407 of Route 11 (between Cariló in Villa Gesell), where the public can see it and take test drives with specialized pilots.
The new Rampage is offered in two versions: Rebelmore oriented to off-road use, and R/Twith a setup more oriented towards sporty track handling.
During the launch they anticipated that the variant Laramiewhich is sold in Brazil and has a more refined style, will be added to the range soon.
Mechanics and equipment
Both options are equipped with the same mechanical assembly: turbocharged engine (Hurricane 4) 2.0 liters and 272 horsepower, 9-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. But between the two there are big differences in style and set-up.
This RAM pickup is a compact vehicle, which due to size and features will be located below medium-sized trucks such as the Toyota Hilux o to Ford Ranger. In fact, it will have a pickup truck from the oval brand as its main competitor: the Maverick.
Built on the Small Wide platform, the same one on which Stellantis Group models such as the Fiat Toro and the Jeep Compass and Commander are manufactured, the brand reported that numerous changes were made for this pickup, so much so that the monocoque structure receives a 60% of parts renewed and redesigned.
Also the use of high and ultra resistance steels is superior than in other models.
As we mentioned, between both versions available there are very marked differences in both style and set-up.
The Rebel, for example, has a more off-road orientation, with a majority of black plastics on the nose and bumpers in addition to the chosen tires: All Terrain in sizes 235/65 R17. The interior is predominantly black, with leather coverings (not imitation leather).
2.0-liter gasoline engine, turbo, 272 horsepower and 9-speed automatic transmission. The R/T (Road and Track) alternative is the sporty option, with black but shiny accents and comparatively low-profile 19-inch wheels (235/55). The interior combines black with red details and a combination of leather and Suede, a material with a texture similar to alcantara.
In the R/T version, the sportiest of all, the Rampage accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and has a maximum (limited) speed of 220 km/h.
In the Rebel, performance remains high: 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h. That’s why RAM boasts the most powerful and fastest-accelerating regional production truck.
In all versions the dimensions are practically the same, with 5,028 mm long, 1,886 mm wide, 1,780 mm high, and 2,994 mm wheelbase. The only difference appears in the ground clearance, which is 264 mm, except in the R/T variant which is lowered by 10 mm.
Inside it has two screens. One for the instrument panel and another for the multimedia center. The load capacity is 750 kilos with the gasoline engine. There is a turbodiesel version, which at the moment was not announced for the local market, which can carry 1,015 kilos.
The interior comes with two large screens. One of them serves as the instrument panel and has a size of 10.3 inches. The one on the center console is even larger (12 inches) and that allows the information to be divided into several sections.
The connection with cell phone applications is wireless, as is battery charging. The latter has, in turn, a cooling system that prevents the device from overheating. Inside it has 6 USB ports, of which 3 are USB-C.
In terms of safety, it is worth highlighting its 7 airbags (front, front side, curtain and knee for the driver) and a comprehensive package of driving assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking or vehicle maintenance system. lane, among others.
Versions and prices
- Ram Rampage Rebel: $ 42.000.000
- Ram Rampage R/T: $ 48.000.000
