2024 RAM 1500 4WD vs RWD: is 4WD worth it?
Classic Tradesman Quad Cab 4WD vs Classic Tradesman Quad Cab RWD
4WD adds $3,850. Fuel cost not established.
$3,850price step
- RWD rating not established.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every 4WD and RWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Max towing | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Tradesman Quad Cab RWD Classic Tradesman Quad Cab 4WD | $38,705 $42,555 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Quad Cab RWD Tradesman Quad Cab 4WD | $39,420 $43,270 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Classic Tradesman Crew Cab RWD Classic Tradesman Crew Cab 4WD | $41,455 $45,305 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab RWD Tradesman Crew Cab 4WD | $42,170 $46,020 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +175 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Classic SLT Quad Cab RWD Classic SLT Quad Cab 4WD | $43,435 $47,285 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Classic Warlock Quad Cab RWD Classic Warlock Quad Cab 4WD | $43,435 $47,285 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Quad Cab RWD Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD | $44,585 $48,435 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +201 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Quad Cab RWD Lone Star Quad Cab 4WD | $44,585 $48,435 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +201 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab LB RWD Tradesman Crew Cab LB 4WD | $45,465 $49,315 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | N/A | Same |
| Classic SLT Crew Cab RWD Classic SLT Crew Cab 4WD | $46,185 $50,035 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Classic Warlock Crew Cab RWD Classic Warlock Crew Cab 4WD | $46,185 $50,035 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Classic SLT Crew Cab LB RWD Classic SLT Crew Cab LB 4WD | $46,485 $50,335 | $3,850 | Not established 17 mpg | Not established $2,259 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab RWD Big Horn Crew Cab 4WD | $47,335 $51,185 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +185 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Crew Cab RWD Lone Star Crew Cab 4WD | $47,335 $51,185 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +185 lb | 6,640 lb 6,450 lb | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab LB RWD Big Horn Crew Cab LB 4WD | $50,630 $54,480 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | N/A | Same |
| Lone Star Crew Cab LB RWD Lone Star Crew Cab LB 4WD | $50,630 $54,480 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | 8,320 lb 8,130 lb | Same |
| Laramie Crew Cab RWD Laramie Crew Cab 4WD | $54,635 $58,485 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +175 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Rebel Crew Cab RWD Rebel Crew Cab 4WD | $55,450 $59,300 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | +216 lb | N/A | 8.2 in 9.1 in |
| Laramie Crew Cab LB RWD Laramie Crew Cab LB 4WD | $57,930 $61,780 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | N/A | Same |
| Limited Longhorn Crew Cab RWD Limited Longhorn Crew Cab 4WD | $61,395 $65,245 | $3,850 | Not established 19 mpg | Not established $2,021 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box | $61,395 $65,245 | $3,850 | 22 mpg 21 mpg | $1,745 $1,829 | $4,349 | N/A | 6,330 lb 6,180 lb | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box | $64,690 $68,540 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | 8,060 lb 7,860 lb | N/A |
| Limited Longhorn Crew Cab LB RWD Limited Longhorn Crew Cab LB 4WD | $64,690 $68,540 | $3,850 | Not established 19 mpg | Not established $2,021 | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab RWD Limited Crew Cab 4WD | $65,810 $69,660 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | N/A | Same |
| Limited Crew Cab LB RWD Limited Crew Cab LB 4WD | $66,110 $69,960 | $3,850 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,456 | N/A | N/A | Same |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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