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Dodge Ram Van 1500 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 9 Dodge Ram Van 1500 trims sold from 2001 to 2003. Best ever: 14 MPG (2003 Ram Van 1500 2WD). Latest model year 2003: 14 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Dodge Ram Van 1500 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, every 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 trim costs about $4,460 a year to fuel.
| 2003 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram Van 1500 2WD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | $4,460 | cheapest |
| Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | $4,460 | cheapest |
| Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | $4,460 | cheapest |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Dodge Ram Van 1500 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 14 | 13 | 15 | Ram Van 1500 2WD, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 2002 | 14 | 13 | 15 | Ram Van 1500 2WD, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 2001 | 14 | 13 | 15 | Ram Van 1500 2WD, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
Every Dodge Ram Van 1500 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | 15 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2003 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | 15 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2003 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2002 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | 15 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2002 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $4,800 |
| 2002 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 14 | 12 | 741 | $5,200 |
| 2001 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | 15 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2001 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2001 | Ram Van 1500 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $4,800 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2003 Vans, Cargo Type
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro 2WD (cargo) | 17 | 15 | 21 |
| 2003 GMC Safari 2WD (cargo) | 17 | 15 | 21 |
| 2003 Ford E150 Econoline 2WD | 16 | 14 | 19 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Van 15/25 2WD Conversion | 15 | 13 | 17 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Van 1500/2500 2WD | 15 | 13 | 18 |
| 2003 GMC Savana 15/25 2WD Conversion (cargo) | 15 | 13 | 17 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Dodge Ram Van 1500?
The most efficient Dodge Ram Van 1500 the EPA has rated is the 2003 Ram Van 1500 2WD at 14 MPG combined (13 city, 15 highway).
What MPG does the 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 get?
Every 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 trim is rated 14 MPG combined.
Which Dodge Ram Van 1500 has the worst fuel economy?
The 2002 Ram Van 1500 2WD is the lowest rated at 12 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Dodge Ram Van 1500 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, every 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 trim costs about $4,460 a year to fuel.
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