2015 RAM 3500

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Rating7.3
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$31,740 - $59,705
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Upscale interior

Poor mileage

No major changes for the regular cab

Towing capabilities

Powerful engines

Smooth ride

Specs & Features

$35,595

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 2015 RAM 3500 Regular Cab is a prominent contender in the fullsize pickup truck segment, competing primarily with the GMC Sierra 3500, the Ford F-350, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Prices start off at MSRP $32,000 with the Base trim, reaching all the way to the top Laramie trim carrying an MSRP of $39,000, for a total of 3 trims being offered. With multiple powertrains available for the available trim levels, there is a RAM 3500 for everyone.

The RAM 3500 Regular Cab offers 2 exciting powertrains, each offered as both a RWD and 4WD. The base engine is a 5.7L V8 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, capable of making 383 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. This engine is rated for a towing capacity of 11.850 pounds. Another engine is a larger 6.4L V8 affixed to a 8-speed transmission, making 410 horsepower and carrying a towing capacity of 30,000 pounds.

The RAM 3500 comes with only a single bed configuration, a 8-foot long bed. All in all, the 2015 RAM 3500 Regular Cab delivers an exciting package, both in terms of performance and looks. The rugged and masculine exteriors are offered in 9 attractive colors.

Buying Advice

You'll get more tech and safety features with the SLT trim at a lower price, so skip the base trim and opt for the SLT trim instead.

Trims

    Tradesman
    $31,740 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Manual front air conditioning
    • Vinyl Seat trim
    Laramie
    $35,640 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    SLT
    $35,900 onwards
    • 10.25-inch touchscreen interface
    • Eight-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
    • HD Radio and SiriusXM
    • Rolling-resistance tires
    • Seven-inch driver-information display
    Big Horn
    $41,745 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Lone Star
    $41,745 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Longhorn
    $52,275 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Longhorn Limited
    $52,275 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Limited
    $54,770 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

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Rating

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Horsepower

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Capacity

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2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2015 RAM 3500

    Ranked #2

    7.1 sec--
    7 sec-168 mph
    2015 RAM 2500

    Ranked #1

    7 sec--
    7.1 sec--
    7.1 sec-173 mph
    7.1 sec--

    2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2015 RAM 3500

      Ranked #3

      ---32 gal.-
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg26 gal.468/624 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg26 gal.468/624 mi.
      11 mpg16 mpg14 mpg36 gal.-
      ---35 gal.-
      ---36 gal.-

      2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2015 RAM 3500

        Ranked #2

        230.4 in.79.4 in.77.7 in.6.5 in.140 in.
        2015 RAM 2500

        Ranked #1

        231 in.78.9 in.73.3 in.7.4 in.140.5 in.
        227.6 in.79.9 in.76.5 in.8.5 in.137 in.
        227.6 in.79.9 in.76.6 in.8.5 in.137 in.
        224.4 in.80.1 in.77.8 in.8.8 in.133.6 in.
        224.4 in.80.1 in.77.8 in.8.4 in.133.6 in.

        2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2015 RAM 3500

          Ranked #7

          74.7 cu.ft.92.8 cu.ft.122.9 cu.ft.
          2015 RAM 2500

          Ranked #1

          74.7 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.
          76.3 cu.ft.154 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.104.2 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.
          --83.1 cu.ft.
          76.3 cu.ft.133.7 cu.ft.78.9 cu.ft.

          2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2015 RAM 3500

            Ranked #1

            57 cu.ft.74.7 cu.ft.122.9 cu.ft.98 ft.
            100.7 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.98 ft.
            61 cu.ft.-61 cu.ft.79 ft.
            5.7 cu.ft.76.3 cu.ft.5.7 cu.ft.98 ft.
            115 cu.ft.76.3 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.-83.1 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2015 RAM 3500 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2015 RAM 3500

              Ranked #2

              17910 lbs.14450 lbs.4080 lbs.6022 lbs.
              2015 RAM 2500

              Ranked #1

              17970 lbs.-3040 lbs.5957 lbs.
              17900 lbs.14800 lbs.3583 lbs.5717 lbs.
              16800 lbs.12900 lbs.4240 lbs.5941 lbs.
              16700 lbs.12900 lbs.4080 lbs.6010 lbs.
              14600 lbs.14600 lbs.4682 lbs.6091 lbs.

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