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Do people buy the most recommended version of the 2022 Ram 1500? One trim level is more popular than all the others. Every version of the Ram full-size pickup truck is a viable option, but some are better than others. According to a few experts, the best Ram 1500 trim is not the most popular. Experts don’t recommend the most popular 2022 Ram 1500 trim.

The 2022 Ram 1500 is the top-rated pickup truck from Consumer Reports.
2022 Ram 1500 | Ram

Edmunds says the most popular 2022 Ram 1500 trim is the Big Horn model. Out of nine available options, the second cheapest version of the truck is the one most people buy. In its most affordable form, the Ram 1500 costs $38,370. However, the most popular Big Horn trim is one notch higher, starting at $43,095. Why are people choosing this trim over the more affordable option?

Choosing the most popular 2022 Ram 1500 gets owners a wide variety of equipment. If you’re looking to step up from the base model, the Big Horn is the way to go. Opting for the Big Horn model unlocks options that aren’t available for other trims. Plus, it adds 18-inch aluminum wheels, chrome bumpers, foglights, body-colored door handles, floor carpeting, cloth seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, extra interior storage, and a 60/40-split folding rear seat.

The best 2022 Ram 1500 trim, according to experts

two 2022 Ram 1500 trim levels in shades of red parked near a barn
2022 Ram 1500 Rebel and Ram 1500 Limited | Stellantis

Experts like Edmunds and Car and Driver disagree on the best Ram 1500 trim level. Edmunds recommends buying the Laramie trim, a mid-level model, a few steps above the most popular Big Horn. The publication says it offers plenty of powertrain and feature options without getting overly expensive. Moreover, for $48,195, the Ram 1500 Laramie gains exceptional items like remote start, heated/ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and much more.

However, C/D recommends buying the $49,545 Ram 1500 Rebel. They reason that it provides extra power and “sexy rumble” with the V8, which it prefers over the standard V6. Additionally, C/D outfits it with the Level 2 package, adding remote start, a 115-volt outlet, front and rear parking sensors, power-adjustable pedals, hands-free entry, and more. There are plenty of other optional packages available too, including the Safety and Convenience package, with adaptive cruise control, auto high beams, and lane-keeping assist.

Is the Ram 1500 Limited worth it?

Although the TRX costs more than the Limited model, we’ll consider the Ram 1500 Limited to be the range-topping model. The TRX is in a league of its own, and most buyers aren’t looking for a $75,000 pickup truck with 702 horsepower. However, the $60,655 Limited model is an excellent, fully loaded alternative. On top of everything lower models have, the Limited full-size truck comes with a standard 5.7-liter V8 engine.

Additionally, owners gain a four-corner air suspension, power-deployable running boards, premium leather bucket seats, a 12-inch touchscreen, a wireless charging pad, and a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert. Overall, the 2022 Ram 1500 is widely considered the most luxurious full-size truck available. However, the Limited trim level solidifies that, but for a high price.

In conclusion, the best 2022 Ram 1500 is the Laramie or Rebel models. However, the Big Horn trim is the most popular version of the full-size pickup. While the Big Horn trim adds a lot over the base model, opting for the mid-level Laramie or performance Rebel gets owners much more. The mid-level trims provide the most bang for your buck with features like remote start, heated/ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and loads of safety features. Experts don’t agree on which trim is the best, but neither thinks it’s the most popular 2022 Ram 1500 Big Horn.

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