Beyond maintenance, he feels the engine just doesn’t make good power, especially at lower revs. By the end of the video, he flat-out states a Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra with the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel six-pot are better trucks. Harsh words for sure, but perhaps Ram felt the same way. The company ended production of Ram 1500s with the EcoDiesel in early 2023.<\/p>\n
Gallery: 2020 Ram 1500 Limited EcoDiesel: Review <\/h3>\n
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It’s not an entirely bad experience, however. Despite the engine frustrations, this owner loves averaging 25 miles per gallon in a modified full-size truck with suspension and tire upgrades. Before the changes, the mileage was even better, near 30 mpg on the highway which tracks with official ratings. A full tank of diesel can last for 800 miles, and he says it’s a comfortable truck for journeys. This review points out the Rebel’s sharp interior and bold design outside as major pluses, too.<\/p>\n
However, it’s not enough to offset the costs and general disappointment with the EcoDiesel engine. The 24-minute review offers all kinds of insight into the truck, leading to the conclusion that he wouldn’t buy it again if given the choice.<\/p>\n