Ram Launches Compact Rampage Truck in Europe
Ram is attempting a breakthrough into the European market with the new Rampage, a compact unibody truck designed and assembled in Brazil, at Stellantis’ the Pernambuco plant.
Offered in Rebel (off-road focused) and R/T (sportier) versions, the Rampage targets a niche between a compact SUV and a mid-size pickup — a segment Stellantis believes has promise.
A format adapted for Europe
At 5.03 metres long, 1.88 metres wide and 1.72 metres high, the Rampage is much easier to manoeuvre on the narrower roads of Europe than the Ram 1500. It will be offered as a Rebel model with 235/65 R17 all-terrain tires and an R/T with a firmer suspension, 19-inch wheels, 235/55 tires and a ground clearance lowered by 10 mm.
Ram describes the Rampage as a “premium compact lifestyle pickup”, but beyond the marketing, what stands out is its 980-littr bed and maximum payload capacity of 1,015 kg (2,237 lb) with the diesel engine.
Diesel for the Rebel, gasoline for the R/T
Under the hood, the Rebel gets a 2.2L 4-cylinder Multijet turbodiesel engine developing 200 hp and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. The R/T relies on a 2.0L 4-cylinder “Hurricane” gasoline engine, good for 272 hp and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft).