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Ram Reveals More Fuel-Efficient Tradesman EcoDiesel Model

Ram Truck revealed a new, more fuel-efficient 2021 Ram 1500 with the announcement of the Tradesman High Fuel Efficiency (HFE) EcoDiesel model, that delivers a highway rating of 33 mpg. 

February 10, 2021
Ram Reveals More Fuel-Efficient Tradesman EcoDiesel Model

Ram Truck revealed a new, more fuel-efficient 2021 Ram 1500 with the announcement of the Tradesman High Fuel Efficiency (HFE) EcoDiesel model, that delivers a highway rating of 33 mpg.

Photo: Stellantis

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Ram Truck revealed a new, more fuel-efficient 2021 Ram 1500 with the announcement of the Tradesman High Fuel Efficiency (HFE) EcoDiesel model, that delivers a highway rating of 33 mpg. 

The HFE EcoDiesel's city and combined mpg ratings are 23 and 26, respectively, according to Stellantis. The HFE designation is Ram's way of highlighting this model's improved fuel efficiency, the automaker said.

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The Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel is available on crew cab four-door models with a 5-ft. 7-in. bed and 20-inch aluminum wheels, according to the automaker. Other features include a black bumper and grille, tonneau cover, wheel-to-wheel side steps and cloth bucket seats.

The 2021 Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel is available in Bright White Clear Coat or Diamond Black Crystal. HFE EcoDiesel models start at $42,240 MSRP (excluding $1,695 destination) and go on sale in the second quarter of 2021. 

The Ram 1500 features up to 12,750 pounds of towing capability and 2,300 pounds of payload.

Originally posted on Automotive Fleet

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