2018 RAM 2500

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$32,545 - $62,895
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Comfortable and quiet ride

Offers less power with manual transmission especially when equipped with a Diesel engine.

Addition of standard and optional features such as a rearview camera, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and a Wi-Fi hotspot

It offers fantastic off-road capabilities

Clumsy manual shifting.

Interior and exterior build quality

Compromised fuel efficiency.

Specs & Features

$36,445

price

350 hp @ 2800 rpm

horsepower

660 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automatic

transmission

6.7L 6cyl 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 RAM 2500 Regular cab is a prominent contender in the fullsize pickup truck segment, competing primarily with the Ford F-250 SuperDuty Regular cab, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Regular cab, and the GMC Sierra 2500 Regular Cab. Prices start off at MSRP $32,545 with the base Tradesmen trim and reach all the way to the top SLT trim carrying an MSRP of $39,545, for a total of 2 trims being offered. With multiple powertrain and cab options available across multiple trims, there is a RAM 2500 for everyone. The 2500 Regular cab offers 3 exciting powertrains, each offered as rear-wheel drive and a 4-wheel drive. The base engine is a 5.7L V8 Gas/CNG mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, capable of making 383 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. This engine is rated for a maximum towing capacity of 11,880 pounds. The second engine is a 6.4L V8 affixed to a 6-speed automatic transmission capable of making 410 horsepower and carrying a towing capacity of 429 pounds. You can also equip the 2500 Regular cab with a diesel engine which has an engine output of 350 horsepower. The 2500 Regular cab only comes with an 8.2 feet bed. All in all, the 2500 Regular cab delivers an exciting package, both in terms of performance and looks. The rugged and masculine exteriors are offered in 11 attractive colors.

Buying Advice

If you're shopping for a work truck with no fancy features, then we highly recommend the base Tradesman trim level. This is available at an MSRP of $32,545 and offers excellent towing ability and multiple powertrains to choose from. But you want some modern amenities, go for the SLT trim level.

Trims

    Tradesman
    $32,545 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Manual front air conditioning
    • Vinyl Seat trim
    SLT
    $36,745 onwards
    • 18-inch styled steel Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Cloth Seat trim
    Big Horn
    $43,240 onwards
    • Engine: 6.7L 6cyl 6A
    • Horsepower: 350 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 660 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Lone Star
    $43,240 onwards
    • Engine: 6.7L 6cyl 6A
    • Horsepower: 350 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 660 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Laramie
    $47,745 onwards
    • Engine: 6.7L 6cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 350 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 660 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Power Wagon
    $52,295 onwards
    • Engine: 6.4L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 410 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 429 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 85 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Longhorn
    $54,495 onwards
    • Engine: 6.4L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 370 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 429 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg
    Laramie Longhorn
    $54,695 onwards
    • Engine: 6.7L 6cyl 6A
    • Horsepower: 370 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Limited
    $57,895 onwards
    • Engine: 6.4L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 370 hp @ 2800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 429 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$34,155- $82,485

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.86

Horsepower

385 hp @ 5750 rpm

Torque

430 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

Capacity

3

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Gasoline

8.36

360 hp @ 5400 rpm

380 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

3

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$31,320- $50,330

Gasoline

6.19

381 hp @ 5600 rpm

401 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

6

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$33,645- $63,995

Gasoline

8.11

383 hp @ 5600 rpm

400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

3

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$28,705- $56,055

Gasoline

7.29

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

305 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

3

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$35,260- $59,465

Gasoline

6.7

360 hp @ 5400 rpm

380 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

3

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$32,545- $62,895

Gasoline

7.57

410 hp @ 5600 rpm

800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

6

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$32,985- $79,835

Gasoline

8.1

450 hp @ 2800 rpm

430 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

3

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$33,960- $58,360

Gasoline

7.53

360 hp @ 5400 rpm

380 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

3

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$28,285- $55,575

Gasoline

7.3

285 hp @ 5300 rpm

305 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

3

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2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2018 RAM 2500

    Ranked #10

    9 sec--
    5.9 sec--
    2018 RAM 1500

    Ranked #2

    6.4 sec--
    6.7 sec15.1 sec110 mph
    7 sec14.6 sec132 mph
    7 sec--

    2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2018 RAM 2500

      Ranked #1

      28 mpg34 mpg31 mpg32 gal.-
      2018 RAM 1500

      Ranked #2

      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg26 gal.442/650 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg26 gal.468/624 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg20 mpg26 gal.468/624 mi.
      15 mpg21 mpg18 mpg26 gal.390/546 mi.
      15 mpg21 mpg18 mpg26 gal.390/546 mi.

      2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2018 RAM 2500

        Ranked #3

        231 in.78.9 in.73.3 in.6 in.140.5 in.

        2018 RAM 4500

        Ranked #1

        234 in.97 in.80 in.14 in.145 in.
        231.8 in.80 in.77.8 in.8.5 in.141.6 in.
        231.8 in.80 in.77.9 in.8.5 in.141.6 in.
        231 in.79.5 in.77.3 in.8.1 in.139.8 in.
        2018 RAM 1500

        Ranked #3

        231 in.79.4 in.74.6 in.9 in.20 in.

        2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2018 RAM 2500

          Ranked #8

          16.4 cu.ft.92.6 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.
          11.6 cu.ft.91.5 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.
          11.6 cu.ft.-78.5 cu.ft.
          76.3 cu.ft.119.7 cu.ft.76.3 cu.ft.
          2018 RAM 1500

          Ranked #4

          47.1 cu.ft.108.7 cu.ft.74.3 cu.ft.
          2018 RAM 3500

          Ranked #5

          34.4 cu.ft.104 cu.ft.60.8 cu.ft.

          2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2018 RAM 2500

            Ranked #1

            60.9 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.98 ft.
            19.1 cu.ft.76.3 cu.ft.19.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            61 cu.ft.-61 cu.ft.79 ft.
            2018 RAM 1500

            Ranked #4

            74.3 cu.ft.47.1 cu.ft.74.3 cu.ft.76 ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.78.5 cu.ft.98 ft.
            68 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.68 cu.ft.79 ft.

            2018 RAM 2500 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2018 RAM 2500

              Ranked #5

              17980 lbs.11710 lbs.3050 lbs.3359 lbs.
              2018 RAM 3500

              Ranked #1

              31210 lbs.11730 lbs.4080 lbs.3691 lbs.
              21500 lbs.13000 lbs.4060 lbs.5909 lbs.
              18500 lbs.13200 lbs.4250 lbs.5683 lbs.
              18100 lbs.14800 lbs.3534 lbs.5741 lbs.
              18100 lbs.14800 lbs.3534 lbs.5741 lbs.

              Top RAM Cars

              2018 RAM 2500

              Horsepower : 383 hp @ 5600 rpm

              MPG Combined : 31 mpg

              0-60 : 9 sec

              #1

              2018 RAM 1500

              Horsepower : 305 hp @ 6400 rpm

              MPG Combined : 20 mpg

              0-60 : 6.4 sec

              #2