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How many people can fit in a RAM 1500?

Typically up to six passengers are possible in RAM 1500 configurations that use a front bench seat paired with a rear bench. Most common setups seat five, using front bucket seats and a three-person rear bench. The exact total depends on the cab style and the front-seat choice.


What determines the seating count


The total number of occupants varies with the cab type (Regular, Quad, Crew) and whether the front row is a bench or bucket seats. The rear row is usually a 60/40 split bench capable of seating up to three passengers, though some trims offer alternative rear seating arrangements.


Front-seat configurations


Two primary front-seat layouts influence how many people can ride up front:



  • Front bench seat (40/20/40) allows three across the front row, which can push total capacity to six when paired with a rear bench seat.

  • Front bucket seats (two across) with a center console reduce front-row capacity to two, making the total five when combined with a rear bench seat.


With these front-seat options, the RAM 1500 can accommodate either five or six passengers depending on the rear seating as well.


Rear seating


The rear seat is typically a 60/40 split bench that can seat up to three passengers. On most crew and quad cab configurations, this is the standard setup, though some trims allow variations shaped by the front-seat choice.


In practice, Crew Cab and Quad Cab configurations commonly seat five or six, while Regular Cab configurations can reach five or six depending on the front-seat option and model year.


Seat configurations by cab style


Below are the typical passenger counts by RAM 1500 cab style and seating option. This helps you understand what to expect when shopping for a family-friendly pickup.



  • Regular Cab with front bench: up to six passengers (3 in front, 3 in rear) in typical bench layouts.

  • Quad Cab with front bench: up to six passengers.

  • Quad Cab with front bucket seats: five passengers (2 in front, 3 in rear).

  • Crew Cab with front bench seats: up to six passengers.

  • Crew Cab with front bucket seats: five passengers.


Note: Availability of front bench vs bucket seats varies by model year and trim; always verify the seating layout for the specific RAM 1500 you’re considering.


Summary


In short, the RAM 1500 can seat up to six people in configurations that use a front bench seat and a rear bench, but five passengers is the most common total when front bucket seats are chosen. The exact seating count depends on cab style (Regular, Quad, Crew) and the front-seat option. Always confirm the exact seating arrangement for the trim you’re evaluating.


Additional considerations


Beyond headcount, consider access to the rear seats, legroom, and cargo space, as these factors vary with cab and bed length. If you regularly transport six passengers, look for a RAM 1500 configuration with a front bench seat and a full rear bench, typically found in certain trims depending on the model year.

Can you fit 3 car seats in a Ram 1500?


The front seats are adjusted for a 6-foot driver and a shorter passenger. The three child seats are installed in the second row. The booster seat sits behind the driver's seat, and the infant and convertible seats are installed behind the front passenger seat.



How many people fit in a Ram 1500?


The Ram 1500 Crew Cab specs are as follows: Seating capacity: Six or Five.



Is there a 7 seater Ram?


Could a big electric truck be better than a 7-seat SUV for your family? Ram has used the CES show in Las Vegas to unveil what it thinks could be the next step in the jumbo-truck space, with the Revolution 1500 debuting a three-row seating arrangement with room for seven people.



Does the Ram 1500 have 6 seats?


You can seat six people in the 2025 Ram 1500 if you choose a front bench seat, but most seating configurations accommodate five.


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