2016 Ram 1500 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.1 to 15.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 16 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.1 to 15.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 16
For sale
We do not have a 2016 Ram 1500 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2016 Ram 1500 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.4 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.4 L/100 km | 14.5 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.0 L/100 km | 17.0 L/100 km | 17.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.1 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km | 12.6 L/100 km | 13.6 L/100 km | 14.0 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km | 15.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 270.5 g/km | 286 g/km | 272.5 g/km | 295 g/km | 319 g/km | 327 g/km | 347 g/km | 361 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.66 | $16.59 | $17.98 | $19.53 | $21.08 | $21.70 | $22.94 | $23.87 |
2016 Ram 1500: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.6 L | 3.6 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,075 | US$4,350 | US$3,275 | US$3,550 | US$4,450 | US$4,450 | US$4,750 | US$5,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,132 | $3,318 | $3,596 | $3,906 | $4,216 | $4,340 | $4,588 | $4,774 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 Ram 1500
- NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,554 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (314), engine (291) and service brakes (284). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V010000 | 2025-01-16 | air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect. |
| 23V411000 | 2023-06-08 | engine and engine cooling | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly... |
| 22V406000 | 2022-06-09 | fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation. |
| 21V632000 | 2021-08-12 | air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator... |
| 20V475000 | 2020-08-13 | engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting... |
| 19V757000 | 2019-10-24 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve) | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold. |
| 19V347000 | 2019-05-09 | latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.... |
| 18V486000 | 2018-07-27 | latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving. |
| 18V332000 | 2018-05-17 | electrical system:software | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018... |
| 17V821000 | 2017-12-20 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake... |
| 17V302000 | 2017-05-09 | air bags:side/window:curtain | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault... |
| 17V198000 | 2017-03-23 | power train:driveline:differential unit | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up. |
| 16V301000 | 2016-05-16 | power train:axle assembly:axle shaft | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning. |
| 16V167000 | 2016-03-23 | steering:electric power assist system | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist. |
| 15V663000 | 2015-10-16 | tires:temporary/emergency spare tire | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire. |
| 15V661000 | 2015-10-15 | power train:axle assembly:axle shaft | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2016 Ram 1500: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2016 Ram 1500 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. For anyone shopping for the 2016 Ram 1500, here are the facts that matter.
Before you sign for the 1500
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA has 1,554 owner complaints on file, mostly about steering, engine and service brakes. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
Specs, explained
The powertrain to know here is the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Plan on about 30 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 10.1 L/100 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $156.60 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,075 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the 1500
A pickup is long and tall, so plan for parking and low garages.
Who the 1500 suits
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent first, buy later: a week with the 1500 answers the big questions. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the 1500 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
What it costs to run
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$4,075 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.66 in fuel.
Year and trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
One more step
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 Ram 1500 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 Ram 1500 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 Ram 1500
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 Ram 1500?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 Ram 1500 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 Ram 1500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 Ram 1500 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,075 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3132.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.