2016 RAM 1500 Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 7 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) - Facelift.
- Length229.0 in
- Width79.4 in
- Height77.2 in – 77.9 in
- Wheelbase140.0 in
- Ground clearance8.7 in – 9.6 in
- Curb weight4,852 lb – 5,337 lb
- Length229.0 in
- Height77.2 in – 77.9 in
- Wheelbase140.0 in
- Ground clearance8.7 in – 9.6 in
- Curb weight4,852 lb – 5,337 lb
- Width79.4 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2016 RAM 1500
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 229.0 in · 79.4 in · 77.2 in – 77.9 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x139.7, bore 77.8 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P275/60SR20.0 BSW AS, P265/70SR17.0 BSW AS, P275/60SR20.0 OWL AS, 265/70R17…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 229.0 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.4 in |
| Height | 77.2 in – 77.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 140.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in – 9.6 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 41.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 39.7 in |
| Front legroom | 41.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 34.7 in |
| Front shoulder room | 66.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 65.7 in |
| Front hip room | 63.2 in |
| Rear hip room | 62.9 in |
| Passenger volume | 117.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 4,852 lb – 5,337 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 6,800 lb – 6,945 lb |
| Fuel tank | 26.0 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 4,450 lb – 8,210 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 269 – 420 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P275/60SR20.0 BSW AS
- P265/70SR17.0 BSW AS
- P275/60SR20.0 OWL AS
- 265/70R17
- 265/70R18
- 275/60R20
- 285/45R22
- 295/35R24
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger22"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 94RH7
- H7-AGM
- H8-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-205.9 qt
- 5W-4010.6 qt
- 5W-207 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (7 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFE 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.2 | 140.0 | 8.7 | 5337 |
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.9 | 140.0 | 9.6 | 5057 |
| SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.2 | 140.0 | 9.0 | 4905 |
| SLT 4x4 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.7 | 140.0 | 9.2 | 5081 |
| Sport 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.9 | 140.0 | 9.6 | 5218 |
| Tradesman/Express 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.2 | 140.0 | 8.7 | 4852 |
| Tradesman/Express 4x4 Quad Cab 140 in. WB | 229.0 | 79.4 | 77.7 | 140.0 | 9.2 | 5037 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) - Facelift): years 2013–2018. View model overview