2021 RAM Promaster

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Rating6.7

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Fullsize Van
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$32,385 - $42,015
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Variety of customisation options

Expected better towing capacity

Standard forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and automated emergency braking

Offers maximum required payload capacity

Ride quality

Standard crosswind assist

Power packed engine

Uncomfortable driving seats

Optional 9.2-inch digital rearview mirror and uses rear-facing cameras

Easy to handle with good forward visibility

Specs & Features

$32,385

price

280 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world of cargo vans, the 2021 RAM Promaster Cargo is a well-known name. Belonging to the fullsize vans segment, the RAM Promaster Cargo Van competes with the Ford Transit Cargo Van, Chevrolet Express Cargo Van, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around MSRP $33,555. With 6 trims on offer, prices reach around $42,835. Delivering a combined MPG of 14, the 3.6L V6 engine on offer here feels potent enough. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and makes 280 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Traditionally offered bareboned, cargo vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The Promaster Cargo Van too can be equipped with packages such as Full Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus and Convenience Group packages improving either form or function

Buying Advice

No particular recommendation for the 2021 RAM Promaster Cargo van as there's no significant difference between its trim levels. But if you're looking for a cargo van in which you can walk around inside the body, we suggest the high-roof body as it offers close to 8-ft of roof height.

Trims

    1500
    $32,385 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    2500
    $35,285 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    3500
    $36,815 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

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Price

$32,385- $42,015

Engine

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Rating

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Horsepower

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Torque

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

8.6

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2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec--
    8.1 sec16.5 sec-
    8.2 sec--
    8.2 sec--
    8.4 sec--
    8.9 sec--

    2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      SourceCompare
      ---24 gal.
      19 mpg23 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal. -
      19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg24 gal.
      11 mpg14 mpg13 mpg28 gal.
      ---31 gal.
      ---24 gal.

      2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        195.8 in.80.3 in.91.7 in.6.9 in.118 in.
        240.6 in.79.9 in.83.9 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        224.1 in.79.3 in.84.8 in.8.6 in.135.2 in.
        224.1 in.79.3 in.84.8 in.8.6 in.135.2 in.
        224.1 in.79.3 in.84.8 in.8.6 in.135.2 in.
        219.9 in.81.3 in.82.2 in.-129.9 in.

        2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          259 cu.ft.--
          234.1 cu.ft.-234.1 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.-270.4 cu.ft.
          239.4 cu.ft.67.3 cu.ft.239.4 cu.ft.
          239.4 cu.ft.97.8 cu.ft.239.4 cu.ft.
          --20.2 cu.ft.

          2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -259 cu.ft.--
            234.1 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            11.3 cu.ft.246.7 cu.ft.280.9 cu.ft.98 ft.
            -353 cu.ft.--
            83.7 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.50 ft.
            33.5 cu.ft.239.4 cu.ft.239.4 cu.ft.-

            2021 RAM Promaster vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              6910 lbs.4000 lbs.4554 lbs.
              10000 lbs.3280 lbs.5261 lbs.
              10000 lbs.3280 lbs.5261 lbs.
              10000 lbs.4280 lbs.5266 lbs.
              6900 lbs.3630 lbs.4985 lbs.
              6600 lbs.4554 lbs.4796 lbs.

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