Vehicle Overview
What it is: The Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty pickup trucks are available in three cab styles: regular cab, crew cab and Mega Cab. Buyers can choose single or dual rear wheels and one of two cargo-box lengths. These trucks can seat up to six people in certain configurations. V-8 engines that run on gas and compressed natural gas are available, along with a six-cylinder Cummins diesel that generates up to 900 pounds-feet of torque. Competitors include the Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD and Ford F-Series Super Duty.
New for 2017
The Power Wagon model has been revised with changes to the cabin and exterior including heritage graphics. There’s also a new 4×4 Off-Road Package for the 2500 that includes hill descent control, tow hooks, a skid plate for the transfer case, Bilstein shocks, a limited-slip differential, wheel flares and Off Road decals.
Significant Standard Features
- 383-horsepower, 5.7-liter V-8 engine with 400 pounds-feet of torque
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- Air conditioning
- Automatic headlights
- Cruise control
- Tilt steering column
- Required in every new vehicle: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 410-hp (370 hp in Mega Cab), 6.4-liter V-8 with 429 pounds-feet of torque
- Turbo-diesel 6.7-liter inline-six-cylinder (350 hp and 660 pounds-feet of torque with six-speed manual transmission; 370 hp and 800 pounds-feet of torque with six-speed automatic; 385 hp and 900 pounds-feet of torque in 3500 with available six-speed automatic)
- Four-wheel drive
- Rear air suspension
- Dual rear wheels (3500)
- RamBox cargo management system
- Heated front and rear seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power-adjustable pedals
- Bluetooth connectivity
- 8.4-inch touch-screen multimedia system
- Navigation system
- Backup camera
