PickupTrucks.com finally got their hands on a Ram Promaster-with the 280 hp 3.6L Pentastar 6-They published their first drive late last week.
Notables:
Notables:
- AWD or 4WD configuration will not be offered, period
- The driver sits elevated on a perch to enhance visibility
- Legroom constrained
- Narrow brake pedal and throttle very close together
- Tilting wheel would be useful
- Plenty of storage in the cab
- Rear end pitches during cornering while empty
- Bouncy and noisy while empty
- Loaded with payload the Promaster behaves much better
- Suspension and powertrain have been optimized for loaded conditions
- Power issues showed up during long grade ascent
- Turning radius is fantastic, 36 foot radius is the same as a midsize sedan