If you are looking for the full-size SUV with up to 7 seating, then you may want to check out the 2013 Ram Black Express. This vehicle is closely related with the Chevy Tahoe and Cadillac Escalade. As a matter of fact, the Ram Black Express and Tahoe is actually an identical twin but one of its differences is the styling of front and rear ends. The company claims that this is the niche crossover vehicle that comes with more fuel-efficient engine, more comfortable cabin, strong towing and hauling capabilities.
Interior
The interior features of 2013 Ram Black Express are the tri-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, six-way power front bucket seats (manual recline), a leather-wrapped tilt-only steering wheel, Bluetooth, 9-speaker Bose sound system with satellite radio, iPod/USB interface, auxiliary audio jack, CD player and rear seat headphone jacks. The optional features of SLE model will be the 40/20/40-split 3-person front bench seat that raises seating capacity from 8 to 9 persons. If you choose the Convenience package, you will get the rear parking sensors and remote engine start. The SLT model has the heated 8-way power front seats, ventilated front seats, second-row captain’s chairs and a navigation system with auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Exterior
The SLE comes equipped with 17 inches wheels, all season tires, roof rails, automatic headlights, running boards, manual flip-up lift-gate window, rear lift-gate door and heated outside mirrors. The SLT models include fog-lamps, variable intermittent wipers, privacy glass, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper and roof rack. The Denali trim boasts the 20 inches alloy wheels, an automatic damping suspension and unique styling cues. In addition, the sunroof and rear-seat entertainment system are optional for all models.
Engine
The SLE and SLT models of Ram Black Express are backed up with the 5.3-liter V8 engine which can generate 320 hp and 335 lb-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. The standard clutch is the 6-speed automatic transmission with rear-wheel drive. There will be 2 four-wheel-drive (FWD) systems available namely the single-speed transfer case and the 2-speed case with low-range gearing for low-traction needs. The Denali model comes with the 6.2-liter V8 engine that can produce 403 horsepower (faster than 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Bumblebee) and 417 pound-feet of torque at 4300 rpm. The standard clutch is the 6-speed automatic with manual shift system. This engine can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in about 7.5 seconds.
Price
The price of 2013 Ram Black Express starts from $40,435 – $55,360
