2017 RAM ProMaster at Akins Dodge Chrysler Jeep

The ProMaster is a commercial van that comes in a variety of body styles and features a front-wheel-drive system. Three trim levels help offer the driver a variety of features and the best value possible. The front-wheel drive is a true boon to this vehicle; it helps to reduce turning radius and keeps the floor low, further improving on its best qualities. New for the 2017 year, the ProMaster now comes with UpFit interface, the available Uconnect 3.0 system, and a 118-inch wheel base on gasoline-powered models. The ProMaster offers utility that is useful for almost every type of business.

Under the ProMaster's Hood

The RAM ProMaster has 280 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque at its disposal thanks to the standard 3.6-liter V6 engine it comes equipped with. The other engine option is the 3.0-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine capable of generating 174 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Regardless of the engine you select, the ProMaster comes equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. It offers impressive utility in the form of a 5,100 pound towing capability and a 5,160 pound payload. The Front wheel drive is very helpful in a commercial van, because it allows for lower floors which makes loading and unloading more convenient and maximizes the available space.

Design of RAM ProMaster

The 2017 RAM ProMaster is designed with hauling cargo as its chief concern. This is down in an effort to fulfill the needs of a variety of different types of businesses with a variety of transportation needs. Low traction isn't a problem for the ProMaster thanks to its front-wheel drive. There are three trim levels, each one offering a different configuration for the vehicle and modifying the space inside. The entry-level option is the 1500 which has a choice of either a 118- or 136-inch wheelbase. There are also two roof height options available: high or low. The next trim up is the 2500 and it can come with a wheelbase of either 136 inches or one of 159 inches. This trim level comes standard with the higher roof. The 3500 comes with one standard configuration featuring a combination of the 159-inch wheelbase and the high roof but offers a choice of the standard body of 236 inches or the available long body of 250 inches. All of these options offer a huge range in size with the smallest option offering 259 cubic feet and the largest with 463 cubic feet. Standard features include air-conditioning, bucket seats, and passenger-side sliding doors.

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How much space is inside a RAM ProMaster?

The RAM ProMaster comes with a variety of space configurations. It can have between 259 and 463 cubic feet depending on selected options.

Conclusions

Safety is always an important consideration, and the RAM ProMaster takes a strong stance with a number of easy-to-use safety features. This includes traction and stability control, antilock disc brakes, and a variety of different airbags. There are also a number of more passive safety features available for the RAM ProMaster. An example of this is the rearview camera and a rear parking sensor. These features are optional and really add to the utility of the vehicle. This equipment helps give the driver more awareness of their surroundings allowing them to make more-informed decisions about parking. This is handy with such a large vehicle, especially when picking locations to load and unload from. If you're looking for a commercial van for your business, the ProMaster is almost certainly right for your needs. Stop by Akins and we can put you in one for a test drive today.