Ram ProMaster City · Model year 2021
2021 Ram ProMaster City specs, maintenance & manuals
Owner and shopper reference for the 2021 Ram ProMaster City, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 9 manufacturer publications, plus a tow rating of up to 2,000 lb.
- Max towing
- 2,000 lb
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
- Publications
- 9
2021 Ram ProMaster City specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2021 specification sheet.
General information+−
| Vehicle Type | Class 1 van |
| Body Styles | ProMaster City Cargo Van; ProMaster City Wagon |
| Assembly Plant | TOFAS FIAT joint venture, Bursa, Turkey. 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 | Transverse, front engine, front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| 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+−
| Type and Description | Inline four cylinder gasoline 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/comb) | 21/28/24 |
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 |
| 1st | 4.71 |
| 2nd | 2.84 |
| 3rd | 1.91 |
| 4th | 1.38 |
| 5th | 1.00 |
| 6th | 0.81 |
| 7th | 0.70 |
| 8th | 0.58 |
| 9th | 0.48 |
| Reverse | 3.81 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.73 |
Axles+−
| Front | ZF transaxle |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator Rating | 160-amp |
Suspension: front+−
| Type | MacPherson struts, 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 Brake 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 |
Exterior dimensions+−
| 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) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 gallons (60.6 liters) |
Cargo dimensions+−
| 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: seating and front+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Seating Capacity (front/rear) | 2/0 | 2/3 |
| Front headroom | 46.0 (1,169) | 46.0 (1,169) |
| Front legroom | 40.8 (1,036) | 40.8 (1,036) |
| Front shoulder room | 59.3 (1,506) | 59.3 (1,506) |
| Front hip room | 52.8 (1,340) | 52.8 (1,340) |
Front figures apply to both passenger and cargo vans.
Accommodations: rear (passenger wagon only)+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear headroom | — | 44.0 (1,118) |
| Rear legroom | — | 36.8 (935) |
| Rear shoulder room | — | 58.0 (1,472) |
| Rear hip room | — | 59.2 (1,503) |
Capability+−
| Cargo Van | Passenger Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR; lbs.) | 5,395 | 5,395 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3,498 | 3,682 |
| Payload (lbs.) | 1,890 | 1,713 |
| Tongue Load (lbs.) | 200 | 200 |
| Towing Capacity (lbs.) | 2,000 | 1,867 |
| Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.) | 5,900 | 5,900 |
Source: 2021 Ram ProMaster City Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2021 feature availability guide.
Showing 16 of 33 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available
| Feature | TradesmanCargo Van | Tradesman SLTCargo Van | Wagon | SLT Wagon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | ||||
| Upfit Interface Connector (included with Taxicab Package on Wagon) | O/P | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| 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) (without window grate when cargo partition is ordered) | — | — | ||
| 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 (without window grate when 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 (without window grate when cargo partition is ordered) | 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 | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Glass — deep-tint (not available on Cargo Van models with side sliding rear doors with solid panels) | Pkg | ✓ | ||
| Uconnect Multimedia | ||||
| SpeakersSix (packaged with Popular Equipment Group) | — | — | — | Pkg |
| Equipment Packages | ||||
| Cargo Partition GroupNo windowrear wall trim | — | — | ||
| With windowrear wall trim | — | — | ||
| Popular Equipment Groupheated front seats, second-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 Taxicab Package). Requires deep-tint sunscreen glass; not available with rear doors solid panels configurations | O/P | |||
| Taxicab Groupvinyl bucket seats, upfit interface connector, two additional key fobs, black power-heated and power-adjustable mirrors, second-row power windows, 16-in. steel painted black wheels with full-painted Silver wheel covers | — | — | — | |
- The guide prints a dash where a feature is not available; shown here as NA.
- The Taxicab Group cell for the Wagon column is printed as an unrecognized letter in the guide; shown here as O (optional), consistent with the Upfit Interface Connector and Rear Wiper rows that reference the Taxicab Package as an 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.
SLT Wagon over Wagon+1 standard +
- ✓Glass — deep-tint (not available on Cargo Van models with side sliding rear doors with solid panels)
Standard on every trim (4)
- 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir2 I-4 engine with nine-speed automatic transmission
- Uconnect 3 with 5-in. display, includes AM/FM, Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth
- Speakers: Four
- ParkView rear backup camera
Source: 2021 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.
2021 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 or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: see schedule title.
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal 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. Change engine air filter every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) if operated in dusty and off-road environment. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Change brake fluid every two years.The brake fluid must be changed every 24 months. This interval is time based only, mileage intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs.The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 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 the CV/Universal joints
- 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
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions
2021 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) coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formula | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil (2.4L engine) | SAE 0W-20, API certified | MS-6395 | — |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements | SAE/USCAR-36 | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
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 brake fluid | — | 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 should be changed every 24 months; the interval is time-based only.
- Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
- Recheck lug nut/bolt torque after 25 miles (40 km).
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2021 Ram ProMaster City owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2021 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
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.
2021 Ram ProMaster City questions
How much oil does the 2021 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 2021 Ram ProMaster City use?
2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2021 Ram ProMaster City?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal 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.the brake fluid must be changed every 24 months. this interval is time based only, mileage intervals do not apply. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2021 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.