2016 Ram 1500 MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2016 Ram 1500.
EPA combined fuel economy
15–23MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
16
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
Engine
3–5.7L
Cylinders
6
Drive
RearWD
Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$2,762
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
789 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 19 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2016 Ram 1500
- How many MPG does a 2016 Ram 1500 get?
- The 2016 Ram 1500 gets 15–23 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 16 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (8 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2016 Ram 1500?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 19 MPG combined, the 2016 Ram 1500 uses about 789 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,762 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2016 Ram 1500?
- The 2016 Ram 1500 returns 16 MPG city and 23 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 15–23 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 19 MPG good for a standard pickup trucks 2wd?
- For a standard pickup trucks 2wd, 19 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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