Super Low Mileage with 2022 RAM 1500 Limited

[Txram1500L]

I have a 2022 RAM Limited with the following configuration:

• 5.7L V8 Hemi VVT eTorque
• Off-road group
• 3.92 rear axle ratio
• Other bells and whistles

I am hardly getting 12 mpg. It does not matter whether I drive in the city or on the highway; it does not change beyond 1 mpg.

I did researched when I ordered the truck and do understand that going with a 3.92 axle ratio is going to impact mileage but not beyond 1 mpg or around. Off-road may impact it further, but I don't know if it would be that extreme to limit the mpg to 12.

I am not an aggressive driver and mostly drive in eco range (no towing) , so I should still be close to optimal. Advertised mileage was between 18 and 22 mpg, but this seems way lower.

I am clueless now about what could be resulting in such poor mileage or if this is in the ballpark of what other people are getting with similar configuration.

Thanks

 

[SD Rebel]

I have a 2022 RAM Limited with the following configuration:

• 5.7L V8 Hemi VVT eTorque
• Off-road group
• 3.92 rear axle ratio
• Other bells and whistles

I am hardly getting 12 mpg. It does not matter whether I drive in the city or on the highway; it does not change beyond 1 mpg.

I did researched when I ordered the truck and do understand that going with a 3.92 axle ratio is going to impact mileage but not beyond 1 mpg or around. Off-road may impact it further, but I don't know if it would be that extreme to limit the mpg to 12.

I am not an aggressive driver and mostly drive in eco range (no towing) , so I should still be close to optimal. Advertised mileage was between 18 and 22 mpg, but this seems way lower.

I am clueless now about what could be resulting in such poor mileage or if this is in the ballpark of what other people are getting with similar configuration.

Thanks

So many variables to consider. That being said, I barely get 12.3 mpg these days with a Rebel, which has 33" tires, 3.92 axle, no grill shutters or air dam. My driving is mostly city, but very hilly roads & highways in Socal. but unlike yourself, I can get about 15 - 17 mpg when on the highway.

If you can't see more than 1 mpg from city to highway, I would definitely consider bringing it in and having them take a look at it. You should still be under warranty.

 

[dajogejr]

One question… are you going off the computer or doing the actual math from fill ups/mileage?
My 15 limited, loaded, with 6’4” bed, without etorque, got better MPG….all the way up to 140K plus miles when I traded it in.
Also had the 3.92 out back.
I was aggressive, city and freeway.. it averaged 14 to 16 with how I drove it.

 

[Cueva del Osos]

I have a similar (except off-road) 2019 and avg 18-19 mpg. Based on your screen name, I assume you’re in TX. I avoid Pilot/Flying J and the like as they took my mileage to 13-14. Sam’s 14-15, HEB: 15-16, Valero: 12-13. the ‘premium’ brands have always done better for me: Shell: 19-20, BP: 17-18, Exxon 17-19. I also find a 1/2 tank of HEB and a half tank of Shell gets me a solid 19. These are all mid grade, btw (except Sam’s, which doesn’t have it).

 

[irishwake63]

Lifted? Tire size? ,ay be right for your setup

 

[zlman]

My truck is configured as yours w/ a topper. Computer says 18.6 mpg lifetime.
I've always used mid grade 89 octane as stated in my manual, 91 octane if 89 wasn't available.
I wouldn't be happy either if my truck was getting the mileage you describe. I would talk to the dealer-service dept and have it looked over.
*Edit to add.....90% of my fuel is bought from a ExxonMobil station local to me, the other 10% is wwhateveris handy while traveling.

 

[Txram1500L]

I am in Austin. Always go to same dealership here but not happy with them. They checked multiple times and told me it's all good, so will try different service center.
Tire size = 275/55 R20 (standard all season)
computer never shows more than 13-14 but actually never got more than 12 (based on reading when I full up the tank)
Mostly drive in 2D mode unless I need to switch to 4D.
Mostly city driving but like I said, driving on highway has not shown any improvement (may be at best 12.5 or 13 mpg) even with constant/steady driving from Austin to Houston or Dallas (no traffic, 50-70 MPH)
I have never paid much attention to where I re-fuel and have mostly gone with standard regular.
I will try high octane to see the delta.

 

[theblet]

I have a 2022 RAM Limited with the following configuration:

• 5.7L V8 Hemi VVT eTorque
• Off-road group
• 3.92 rear axle ratio
• Other bells and whistles

I am hardly getting 12 mpg. It does not matter whether I drive in the city or on the highway; it does not change beyond 1 mpg.

I did researched when I ordered the truck and do understand that going with a 3.92 axle ratio is going to impact mileage but not beyond 1 mpg or around. Off-road may impact it further, but I don't know if it would be that extreme to limit the mpg to 12.

I am not an aggressive driver and mostly drive in eco range (no towing) , so I should still be close to optimal. Advertised mileage was between 18 and 22 mpg, but this seems way lower.

I am clueless now about what could be resulting in such poor mileage or if this is in the ballpark of what other people are getting with similar configuration.

Thanks

I assume you’re talking about average mpg? How much city driving do you do? If it’s a lot your average will be lower. Also remote starting, hitting drive thrus, and idling kill mpg