2003 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 Review
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Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 model years
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 types
- Quad Cab
- Regular Cab
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Generous passenger room, sharp handling, compliant ride, spacious interior, available side-curtain airbags.
Cons
- Not enough power from top V8, poor fuel mileage, no stepside body style.
What’s new
Two new packages debut, "Off-Road" and "Work Special," and the old Laramie trim level returns to replace the SLT Plus. For better performance, a five-speed automatic transmission is now optional on the 3.7-liter V6 and 4.7-liter V8 engines.
Edmunds says
Improved build quality, solid handling and optional Hemi V8 power make the Ram a tough truck to beat.
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101 listings
- 162,040 miles
- 2 accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- JEM AUTO SALES (204 mi away)
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Located in Anoka, MN
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB This is a rust free Arizona truck with a rebuilt 5.7 HEMI in the last 5000 miles =. Has a lift and 35 inch...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D7HU18D23J585284
Stock: 585284
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-15-2025- Photos not available
- 173,684 miles
- 2 accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 6'4” bed, 5.7l, 8cyl
- Sax Motor (258 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Rear Bench Seats
- 6ft Bed
- Crew Cab
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Dickinson, ND
CD Player, Alloy Wheels, 4x4. KEY FEATURES INCLUDE4x4, CD Player, Chrome Wheels. EXPERTS ARE SAYINGAutoCheck One Owner BUY FROM AN AWARD WINNING DEALE...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/16 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D7HU18D03S372263
Stock: 5253
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-21-2025
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 Owner Reviews
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So happy, we are on our 3rd Ram
4.75 out of 5 starssugabutt, 12/04/2011
2003 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (4.7L 8cyl 5M)
We had a 2003 Ram single cab, and we were in an accident. My 1 year old was in a rear-facing car seat in the middle, with me and my husband on each side.
We all survived without a scratch.
The other minivan was totaled.
They tried to repair our truck but the sorry repair shop didn't fix it right, so it ended up being totaled.
So, we bought the exact same truck, but a Quad cab.
Feels very … safe in the truck.
We have about 150,000 miles on her, and no problems with the engine or tranny.
We did have to replace the radiator, heater core, and ball joints, but other then that it hasn't given us any problems.
We are selling it now, cause we just got an '09 Ram.
Very happy with all 3 of them
Best vehicle I've ever owned
4.25 out of 5 starssporky, 06/15/2011
2003 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (4.7L 8cyl 5M)
I was pleasantly surprised after owning this vehicle for 8 years that I've had fewer problems than any other car I've owned in my 30+ years of driving. I replaced the alternator as a precaution because a bearing was making noise. That's it. Rotors were changed out under warranty once, but other than that no problems. It is used as a work truck, with hard miles, but it still runs and … looks like new. Well built truck. Very solid still.
Bad gas mileage but all big trucks have this problem. Average 13 mixed, with a 1500 lb full time load. Great handling truck in my opinion. And I've owned 3 Porsches. Those with brake problems just install aftermarket rotors/pads and be done with it.
our 2003 dodge ram burnt due to electrical problems
3.5 out of 5 starsash_dj, 01/30/2013
2003 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 5M)
2003 dodge ram 1500 4x4 quad cab auto 5.9 loved the truck i am still a fan of dodge they make good looking vehicles.we owned it for 5 yrs.had lots of problems out of it the windows wouldnt roll down missing tranny went out, then we were gonna to drive it let it run for 2 mins went back out and it was on fire. this makes the 4th one i know of that has done this, fire cheif said started in … dash with electric.called the dealership and they would not help us.insurance wouldnt cover it either. now it sets in the garage.
I now have a 2003 hemi and its haveing elctrical problems same windows radio heater all electrical so we are sending this one back b4 it does the same thing.
Great truck, great price
4.25 out of 5 starsBob Martin, 10/04/2002
2003 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (4.7L 8cyl 5M)
This truck simply looks amazing! The
fit and finish is very tight. All
gaps are straight and even. Dash
layout is simple, straightfoward and
easy to use. For a truck it's size,
the gas mileage is on par but still
shocking at first, expect 14MPG in
mixed driving. Very comfortable
family hauler, good for my small kids
(needs rear headrest though). You
will not … notice the 3" they took from
the bed; and bed is still a foot
longer than the Ford s-crew. The rear
is a little bouncy, but this is
normal, with a load or 250lb weight in
the back, handles like a sedan. I
love this truck.
2003 Ram Pickup 1500 Highlights
Quad Cab
ST
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,210 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $242/month |
Seating | 6 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Max Towing Capacity | 8,350 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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