2018 · Full-Size Pickup · Gas / Flex-fuel
2018 Ram 1500 MPG & fuel economy
The 2018 Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2017 model. Among 12 full-size pickups rated for 2018, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2018 Ram 1500's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
| Combined | 20 | 8.5 | 11.8 |
How it ranks among 2018 Full-Size Pickups
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
1500 MPG across model years
Full history →5 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic 1500 2WD |
Flex-fuel | 17 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 4WD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic 1500 4WD |
Flex-fuel | 16 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| RWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic 1500 2WD |
Gas | 15 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,110 |
| 4WD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic 1500 4WD |
Gas | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,110 |
| 4WD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic 1500 4WD |
Gas | 13 MPG | 18 MPG | 14 MPG | — | $3,777 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline or E85
- Engine / motor
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 450 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 4/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
2018 Ram 1500 vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2018 Ram 1500 Diesel (23 MPG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Ram 1500?
Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2018 Ram 1500 use?
Regular gasoline or E85.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 Ram 1500?
The 2018 Ram 1500's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Ram 1500 per year?
About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.