Ram ProMaster City · Model year 2018
2018 Ram ProMaster City specs, maintenance & manuals
Owner and shopper reference for the 2018 Ram ProMaster City, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 7 manufacturer publications.
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
- Publications
- 7
2018 Ram ProMaster City specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.
General information+−
| Body Styles | ProMaster City Cargo Van; ProMaster City Wagon |
| Assembly Plant | Bursa, Turkey, at Fiat’s joint venture TOFAS plant. The van is upfitted into a cargo van at the FCA US Transformation Center in Baltimore, Maryland |
| EPA Vehicle Class | Small commercial van (Class 1) |
Body and chassis+−
| Layout | Front transverse engine, front-wheel drive (FWD) only |
| Construction | Body-frame integral (BFI, or Unibody) with electro-galvanized steel body. Integrated steel ladder H-frame with single-piece longitudinal frame rails |
Engine: 2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir2 Tigershark gas engine+−
| Availability | Standard on all models |
| Type and Description | I-4 (inline 4) 16-valve MultiAir2 with multiport fuel injection |
| Displacement | 144 cu.in. (2,360 cu. cm) |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.46 x 3.82 (88.0 x 97.0) |
| Block Material | Aluminum |
| Cylinder Head Material | Aluminum |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four valves per cylinder (16 total) |
| Ignition System | Coil-on-plug ignition, spark plugs with dual precious metals |
| Fuel Delivery | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Power | 178 hp (133 kW) at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 174 lb.-ft. (236 N•m) at 3,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane |
| Maximum Engine Speed | 6,500 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Oil Capacity | 5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 7.1 quarts (6.7 liters) |
| Emissions Controls | GPEC3 engine-management system with close-coupled catalyst and wide-range O2 sensor |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 21/29 |
Transmission: 948TE nine-speed automatic+−
| Availability | Standard on all models |
| Type | Nine-speed FWD, electronically controlled automatic overdrive transmission with torque converter clutch. Clutch-to-clutch architecture with integral electro/hydraulic controls module |
| Fluid Capacity | 6.5 quarts (6.15 liters) |
| Torque Converter | 242 mm |
| 1st | 4.70 |
| 2nd | 2.84 |
| 3rd | 1.90 |
| 4th | 1.38 |
| 5th | 1.00 |
| 6th | 0.80 |
| 7th | 0.69 |
| 8th | 0.58 |
| 9th | 0.47 |
| Reverse | 3.81 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.73 |
Suspension: front+−
| Type | MacPherson Strut, independent |
| Stabilizer Bar, Solid | 26 |
| Spring Rate (N/mm) | 25 |
| Shock Type | Twin-tube |
| Wheel Travel (mm – jounce/rebound) | 57/93 |
Suspension: rear+−
| Type | Independent bi-link with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Stabilizer Bar, Solid | 16 |
| Spring Rate (N/mm) | 28 |
| Shock Type | Twin-tube |
| Wheel Travel (mm – jounce/rebound) | 51/31 |
Brakes+−
| Front Type (diameter x width) | Ventilated disc, 12 x 1.1 (305 x 28) |
| Rear Type (diameter x width) | Drum, 10 x 2.2 (254 x 57) |
| Front Caliper, Lining | Cast iron, single piston (57) |
| Rear Brake, Lining | Leading trailing drum brake assembly with 25-mm wheel cylinder |
| Anti-lock Braking System (front and rear) | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Total Front Swept Area (mm) | 5,100 |
| Total Rear Swept Area (mm) | 12,155 |
Steering+−
| Type | Specifically calibrated hydraulic power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Ratio | 15.9:1 |
| Turns Lock-to-Lock | 2.9 |
| Turn Diameter – ft. (m) (curb-to-curb) | 42 (12.8) |
Wheels and tires+−
| Wheels | 16-in. steel or aluminum |
| Tires | 215/55R16XL all-season |
Dimensions: exterior+−
| Wheelbase | 122.4 (3,109) |
| Track, Front | 60 (1,523) |
| Track, Rear | 60.9 (1,548) |
| Overall Length | 187.1 (4,752) |
| Overall Width (including mirrors) | 84.6 (2,148) |
| Overall Height | 74.2 (1,886) |
| Front Overhang | 35.6 (903) |
| Rear Overhang | 29.1 (740) |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 13.3 |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 30.8 |
| Windshield Slope Angle (degrees) | 49.2 |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 (131) |
Sheet states dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless noted, measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.
Capacities+−
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 gallons (60.6 liters) |
Dimensions: cargo+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Length | 87.2 (2,215) | Behind rear seats = 54.7 (1,389); Rear seats folded = 69.2 (1,758) |
| Cargo Width | 60.4 (1,534) | 57.6 (1,463) |
| Cargo Height @ Roof | 51.8 (1,315.7) | 48.7 (1,237) |
| Max. Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 131.7 | 101.7 |
| Cargo Width @ Wheel Well | 48.4 (1,229.4) | 48.4 (1,229.4) |
| Load Floor Height | 23.3 (592) | 23.8 (605) |
| Side Door Openings (w x h) | 25.8 x 43.6 | 21.2 x 42.7 |
| Rear Door Openings (w x h) | 48.6 x 47.4 | 48.6 x 46.4 |
| Rear Door Swing (degrees, first detent/full open detent) | 90/180 | 90/180 |
| Rear Door Split (degrees) | 60 (driver side)/40 (passenger side) | 60 (driver side)/40 (passenger side) |
| Rear Step-in Height | 23.3 (592) | 23.8 (605) |
| Side Step-in Height | 21.5 (546) | 19.3 (490) |
Accommodations+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Seating Capacity (front/rear) | 2/0 | 2/3 |
Accommodations: front row (passenger and cargo vans)+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Headroom | 46.0 (1,169) | 46.0 (1,169) |
| Leg Room | 40.8 (1,036) | 40.8 (1,036) |
| Shoulder Room | 59.3 (1,506) | 59.3 (1,506) |
| Hip Room | 52.8 (1,340) | 52.8 (1,340) |
Accommodations: second row (passenger wagon only)+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Headroom | — | 44.0 (1,118) |
| Leg Room | — | 36.8 (935) |
| Shoulder Room | — | 58.0 (1,472) |
| Hip Room | — | 59.2 (1,503) |
Capability+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR; lbs.) | 5,395 | 5,395 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3,509 | 3,635 |
| Payload (lbs.) | 1,886 | 1,760 |
| Tongue Load (lbs.) | 200 | 200 |
| Towing Capacity (lbs.) | 2,000 | 1,914 |
| Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.) | 5,900 | 5,900 |
Source: 2018 Ram ProMaster City Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2018 feature availability guide.
Showing 42 of 81 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not availableFleet Fleet-only option
| Feature | TradesmanCargo Van | Tradesman SLTCargo Van | Wagon | SLT Wagon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Features | ||||
| Upfit Interface Connector (included with Taxi Cab Package on Wagon) | O/P | |||
| Exterior Features | ||||
| BumpersFront and rear black | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Front and rear in body-color | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| DoorsRear hinged doors with fixed glass and sliding side doors with vented glass (Wagon models only) | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear hinged doors with fixed glass, sliding side doors with vented glass (Cargo Van models only) | — | — | ||
| Rear hinged doors with fixed glass | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Side sliding right door with vented glass (passenger side only); packaged with rear hinged doors with fixed glass and sliding side doors with vented glass (when cargo partition is ordered without window grate) | O/P | O/P | — | — |
| Side sliding left door with vented glass (driver side only); packaged with rear hinged doors with fixed glass and sliding side doors with vented glass (when cargo partition is ordered without window grate) | O/P | O/P | — | — |
| Side sliding right door with vented glass (passenger side only); packaged with rear hinged doors with fixed glass and sliding side doors with vented glass (includes window grate when no cargo partition is ordered) | O/P | O/P | — | — |
| Side sliding left door with vented glass (driver side only); packaged with rear hinged doors with fixed glass and sliding side doors with vented glass (includes window grate when no cargo partition is ordered) | O/P | O/P | — | — |
| Side and rear doors with solid panels | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Fog lamps — front (requires Lights and Wheels Group) | — | Pkg | — | Pkg |
| Glass — deep-tint (not available on Cargo Van models with side sliding rear doors with solid panels) | Pkg | ✓ | ||
| MirrorsRemote, manual-adjustable | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Power-adjustable, folding, heated with body-color caps | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Wheels16-in. steel painted Silver with center cap | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| 16-in. steel painted black with full-painted Silver wheel covers (included with Taxi Cab Package) | ✓ | O/P | ✓ | |
| 16-in. aluminum (requires Lights and Wheels Group) | — | Pkg | — | Pkg |
| Interior Features | ||||
| Cargo area lighting — LED (by Mopar) | — | — | ||
| Floor matsFront and rear carpet (by Mopar) | — | — | ||
| Front and rear slush (by Mopar) | — | — | ||
| Front carpet (by Mopar) | — | — | ||
| Front slush (by Mopar) | — | — | ||
| Seats — 60/40 fold-and-tumble, three-person rear bench | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| SeatsCloth low-back bucket with manual adjuster | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Heated front (included with Popular Equipment Group) | — | Pkg | — | Pkg |
| Premium cloth bucket with driver-side manual lumbar and height adjusters | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Vinyl bucket with driver-side manual lumbar and height adjusters (included with the Taxi Cab Package on Wagon) | O/P | |||
| Speed control | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Steering wheel — includes audio controls | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Steering wheelLeather-wrapped (included with Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display) | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg | ✓ |
| Uconnect/Multimedia | ||||
| Radios — Uconnect 3 with 5-in. display, includes AM/FM, Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display — included AM/FM/NAV | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| SpeakersSix (packaged with Popular Equipment Group) | — | — | — | Pkg |
| Safety & Security | ||||
| Air BagsSupplemental side-curtain for 1st and 2nd row | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Supplemental side-curtain for 1st row | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Packages/Equipment Groups | ||||
| Cargo Partition Packageno window (includes rear wall trim) | — | — | ||
| Cargo Partition Packagewith window (includes rear wall trim) | — | — | ||
| Lights and Wheels Groupfront fog lamps and 16-in. aluminum wheels | — | — | ||
| Popular Equipment Groupheated front seats, 2nd-row power window and six speakers (Wagon models); not available with sliding side and rear doors with solid panels on Cargo Van models | — | — | ||
| Rear Wiper/Washer/Defroster Grouprear window defroster and rear window wiper/washer (packaged with Taxi Cab Package; requires deep-tint sunscreen glass; not available with sliding side and rear doors with solid panels) | O/P | |||
| Taxi Cab Packagerear Wiper/Washer/Defroster Group, vinyl bucket seats, upfit interface connector, two additional key fobs, Black power heated power adjustable mirrors, 2nd-row power windows and 16-in. steel painted Black wheels with full-painted Silver wheel covers (late availability) | — | — | Fleet | — |
- A dash in the guide is shown as NA.
- The SLT Wagon cell for the manual-adjustable mirrors row is blank in the guide and shown as NA; SLT Wagon gets power mirrors as standard.
- The Taxi Cab Package is a fleet-only option offered on the Wagon.
- F marks a fleet-only option.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Tradesman SLT (Cargo Van) over Tradesman (Cargo Van)+7 standard +
- ✓Bumpers: Front and rear in body-color
- ✓Power-adjustable, folding, heated with body-color caps
- ✓16-in. steel painted black with full-painted Silver wheel covers (included with Taxi Cab Package)
- ✓Premium cloth bucket with driver-side manual lumbar and height adjusters
- ✓Speed control
- ✓Leather-wrapped (included with Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display)
- ✓Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display — included AM/FM/NAV
SLT Wagon over Wagon+8 standard +
- ✓Bumpers: Front and rear in body-color
- ✓Glass — deep-tint (not available on Cargo Van models with side sliding rear doors with solid panels)
- ✓Power-adjustable, folding, heated with body-color caps
- ✓16-in. steel painted black with full-painted Silver wheel covers (included with Taxi Cab Package)
- ✓Premium cloth bucket with driver-side manual lumbar and height adjusters
- ✓Speed control
- ✓Leather-wrapped (included with Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display)
- ✓Uconnect 3 NAV with 5-in. display — included AM/FM/NAV
Standard on every trim (23)
- 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir2 I-4 engine; nine-speed automatic transmission
- Alternator — 160-amp
- Battery — 700-amp maintenance-free
- Brakes — four-wheel antilock
- Fuel tank — 16-gallon
- Tire service kit
- Bodyside molding — black
- Rear doors with 180-degree opening
- Headlamps — halogen
- Tires — 215/55R16XL BSW All-Season
- Air conditioning
- Door locks — power, speed-sensitive
- Lighting — map/courtesy/cargo lamps
- Steering column — tilt/telescoping
- Windows — front, power with one-touch up/down
- Speakers: Four
- Air Bags: Front driver and passenger
- Air Bags: Driver inflatable knee bolster
- Air Bags: Supplemental front-seat side
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) — includes all-speed traction control, brake assist, brake-lock differential, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist and trailer-sway damping
- ParkView rear backup camera
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system — warning lamp
Source: 2018 Ram ProMaster City Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2018 Ram ProMaster City maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage. Engines: see schedule title.
| Service | 20k | 30k | 40k | 50k | 60k | 70k | 80k | 90k | 100k | 110k | 120k | 130k | 140k | 150k |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Change brake fluid every two years. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses, lines and park brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
2018 Ram ProMaster City fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 2.4L engine | 16 gal | 60.5 L |
| Engine oil with filter | 2.4L engine | 5.5 qt | 5.2 L |
| Cooling system | 2.4L engine | 7.2 qt | 6.8 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 year/150,000 mile formula antifreeze/coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil (2.4L engine) | SAE 0W-20, API certified | MS-6395 | — |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar engine oil filter | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs (2.4L engine) | Mopar spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
| Fuel selection (2.4L engine) | 87 octane, 0-15% ethanol | — | — |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent | — | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 4 | — | Mopar DOT 4 |
| Power steering reservoir | Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid | MS-11655 | — |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel wheels only | 63 ft-lb (86 N·m) | M12 x 1.25 | 17 mm |
| Aluminum wheels only | 89 ft-lb (120 N·m) | M12 x 1.25 | 17 mm |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant reservoir filled to the MAX level.
- Brake fluid is changed every 24 months, a time-based interval only.
- Re-check lug nut torque after 25 miles (40 km).
- Tighten lug nuts in a star pattern, twice around.
- Lug nut/bolt size is marked ** in the manual: use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts.
- Reformulated gasoline is recommended.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2018 Ram ProMaster City owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
- Owner's manual on Mopar.com
- Maintenance schedule on Mopar.com
- Warranty information on Mopar.com
- How-to videos on Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2018 Ram ProMaster City questions
How much oil does the 2018 Ram ProMaster City take?
With a filter change: 2.4L engine, 5.5 qt / 5.2 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2018 Ram ProMaster City use?
2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Ram ProMaster City?
At 20,000 miles: inspect the cv joints; inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter; change brake fluid every two years. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2018 Ram ProMaster City owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.