2008 Dodge Ram 1500 SXT SXT 4dr Mega Cab

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 SXT Mega Cab — HEMI 5.7L V8 (345 hp / 375 lb-ft)

This Ram 1500 Mega Cab pairs the 5.7L HEMI V8 with a five-speed automatic transmission and the Mega Cab body, offering the long-legroom rear passenger area and four full-size doors. The HEMI 5.7L produces 345 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque and includes Chrysler’s Multi-Displacement System (MDS) to improve fuel economy under light load by deactivating four cylinders when appropriate.

Factory equipment and features (standard trim-level items unless noted):

- Powertrain and chassis
- 5.7L HEMI V8 (345 hp / 375 lb-ft) with Multi-Displacement System (MDS)
- Five-speed automatic transmission (factory automatic)
- Rear-wheel drive as standard; four-wheel drive was offered as a factory option
- Conventional front independent suspension and rear leaf-spring setup tuned for light-truck duty
- Heavy-duty cooling components appropriate to the V8 application

- Exterior
- Mega Cab body with four full-size doors and an extended rear passenger compartment
- Full-size pickup bed typical of the Ram 1500 series
- Factory front and rear bumpers (often chrome on SXT); signature Dodge crosshair grille
- Factory wheels (17-inch style common on SXT trim) with all-season truck tires
- Power exterior mirrors and intermittent windshield wipers
- Tow-ready wiring and hitch provisions often included at the factory; towing package available as factory option

- Interior and seating
- Mega Cab provides significantly increased rear legroom and passenger space versus Regular or Quad Cab
- Seating for up to six with a 40/20/40 front bench (folding center armrest/storage) or available bucket seat configuration depending on options
- Rear bench seat with split-folding capability and under/behind-seat storage (typical for Mega Cab)
- Durable cloth upholstery on SXT; vinyl or upgraded cloth/leather available as options
- Tilt steering column and conventional adjustable driver seating
- Ample storage compartments and cupholders integrated into the center console and doors

- Convenience and controls
- Power windows and power door locks with remote keyless entry
- Air conditioning with manual controls
- Cruise control
- Full complement of dash instrumentation including speedometer, tachometer, fuel and temperature gauges, and trip odometer
- Factory AM/FM stereo with CD player and multiple speakers (standard stereo features vary by option packages)
- Floor carpeting with front floor mats; durable trim surfaces intended for truck use

- Safety and brakes
- Front driver and passenger airbags
- Antilock braking system (ABS)
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and standard safety restraint features
- Stability and traction control systems were available on many 2008 Ram configurations (check specific vehicle build for factory-installed stability control)
- Sturdy frame and conventional truck crash-protection design

- Fuel and emissions
- Sequential multi-port fuel injection with factory emissions equipment to meet 2008 standards
- Fuel tank and range consistent with full-size pickup configuration

This description covers the typical factory standard equipment for a 2008 Ram 1500 SXT Mega Cab powered by the 5.7L HEMI. Exact content can vary by the original factory build and any dealer or owner-added options; consult the vehicle’s factory window sticker or build sheet to confirm the precise factory-installed features on a specific truck.