Independent vehicle analysis — no dealer commissions
70
out of 100
ClearCar Score Breakdown
Reliability
6.0
Resale Value
8.0
Insurance Cost
7.0
Ownership Cost
7.0
Our Verdict
The 2020 Ram 1500 is a solid choice with some trade-offs to consider.
2026 Market Alert: With 55.4% value retention, this vehicle is depreciating at a normal rate. In a market downturn, expect faster drops — negotiate accordingly.
Estimated Annual Ownership Costs
Insurance
$2,000 — $2,800
Maintenance
$600 — $950
Estimated Market Value
$21,610
MSRP (New)
$39,000
Vehicle Details
Year
2020
Make
Ram
Model
1500
Segment
Truck Fullsize
Age
6 years
Value Retention
55.4%
5yr Brand Retention
58.0%
Reliability Score
6.0/10
Known Issues
eTorque mild hybrid starter/generator failures
Tailgate handle recall
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