Albuquerque 9/21/2011 10:56:12 PM
News / Business

MELLOY DODGE SHOWCASES NEW FEATURED VEHICLES

2011 Ram 1500 Big Horn and 2011 Grand Caravan Mainstreet Take Center Stage

Melloy Dodge, Albuquerque, New Mexico’s trusted and respected Dodge Ram vehicle dealership, auto finance team, and certified service department, announced today their featured vehicles for the month of September, the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn Truck Quad Cab and the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Mainstreet Van Passenger. Profiles and photos of these vehicles can be found at http://www.melloydodge.com/featured-vehicles/index.htm. Featured vehicles are subject to prior sale, but similar vehicles may be available.

This month, Melloy Dodge is featuring the four-wheel drive 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn Truck Quad Cab. This four-door truck features a 5.7L V-8 engine with cylinder deactivation and variable valve control. The Big Horn Quad Cab gets 13 miles per gallon in the city and 19 mpg on the highway and comes standard with a multi-speed automatic transmission. Additional powertrain features include sequential multi-point fuel injection, variable intake manifold, and 390 horsepower at 5,600 RPM. Power steering, rear and front anti-roll bars, front wheel independent suspension and alloy wheels round out the suspension and handling features. Safety and security features include four-wheel disc brakes, ABS brakes, brake assist, traction control, electronic stability, dual front impact airbags, overhead airbag and ignition disable. The Dodge Ram 1500 is covered by a basic warranty and roadside assistance coverage of 36 months/36,000 miles. The Quad Cab also comes with a 60-month/100,000-mile corrosion perforation and powertrain warranty. Remote keyless entry and a coat of Deep Water Blue Pearlcoat paint make this truck even more attractive.

The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Mainstreet Van Passenger features a 3.6L V-6 engine and multi-speed automatic transmission. This passenger van gets 17 miles per gallon in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The Grand Caravan is front-wheel drive with 283 horsepower at 6,400 RPM and 260 pounds of torque at 4,400 RPM. Variable valve control and sequential multi-point fuel injection round out the powertrain features. Like the Ram 1500, the Grand Caravan also has front and rear anti-roll bars, power steering, front-wheel independent suspension and alloy wheels. Safety and security features include four-wheel disc brakes, ABS brakes, and brake assist as well as traction control and electronic stability. Passengers are protected by anti-whiplash front head restraints, dual front side impact airbags, overhead and knee airbags and an occupant-sensing airbag. The Mainstreet comes with the same standard warranties as the Ram 1500. Dark Charcoal Pearlcoat covers this powerful, yet comfortable, van.

At the Melloy Dodge website, not only are these featured vehicles easily browsed, but potential buyers can also request an ePrice, make an offer, schedule a test drive, view a window sticker, calculate an estimated monthly payment and more.

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About Melloy Dodge

The Melloy family has been in the New Mexico automotive business since 1955. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico and serving the areas of Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Los Lunas, the dealership offers a searchable online inventory of new Dodge cars and truck as well as an extensive array of used cars, trucks, and SUVs by all the top vehicle manufacturers. The dealership features a full-service, certified repair department and parts store as well as a comprehensive financing department. For more information, please visit www.melloydodge.com.