Used RAM ProMaster at Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram near Chicago, IL
The 2014 RAM ProMaster marks the debut of the ProMaster line which will include the 2015 ProMaster City, and is the latest edition to the stout lineup of commercial trucks RAM already has to offer. RAM not only debuts the ProMaster, they make a statement with seven best-in-class features in specific areas tailored towards the commercial customer. Because of this the ProMaster, designed and developed from the architecture of the FIAT Ducato, is the most versatile, capable, and efficient commercial van in its segment. Add in a proven transmission and an award-winning engine, and RAM ProMaster is sure to excite business owners with its power combination along with fuel efficiency and upfit capabilities.
Powering the RAM ProMaster
The 2014 Ram ProMaster van's powertrain lineup features the award-winning, standard-equipment, gasoline-fueled V-6 and a torque-laden, I-4 EcoDiesel engine. The engines are paired, respectively, with a proven six-speed automatic transmission and an electronically controlled six-speed automated manual. The 3.0-liter inline 4-cylinder EcoDiesel engine that generates 174 horsepower, while producing a peak torque rating of 295 lb.-ft. at just 1,400 rpm. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine is rated at 280 horsepower with peak torque of 260 pounds-feet. The Pentastar V-6 has been named to "Ward's 10 Best" for 3 consecutive years.
The 2014 ProMaster's Design
Interior design and functionality is of primary importance for a light commercial vehicle in which the driver normally spends long hours behind the wheel, often under demanding conditions. The cabin of the ProMaster was therefore designed with comfortable driving ergonomics, important because the ProMaster is a place of work. The new Ram ProMaster van is fitted with accommodations to hold down goods on the floor. Up to 12 tie-down rings with 1,000-lb. ratings fold away to maintain a flat floor and five sidewall tie-down rings with 550-lb. rating, easing loading and unloading operations, making it easy to upfit to whatever job the business has to offer.
Conclusions
The 2014 Ram ProMaster is Ram Commercial's latest addition to its popular commercial vehicle lineup. ProMaster takes its place in the expanding, purpose-built, full-size van segment with a number of best-in-class features (7) focused on the commercial customer. Coming from a strong background of commercial vehicles produced by Fiat Professional, the ProMaster takes on design cues from the Fiat Ducato, which has been in production for more than 30 years, and has sold more than 4.5 million units.
Learn more about this model on the Official RAM ProMaster Website.
