2018 RAM Promaster

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Rating7.1

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Fullsize Van
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$29,995 - $39,545
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Good turning radius makes it easy to maneuver in tight spaces

Ride quality is so choppy for a van

It gets a 5-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera as standard features

Internet connection is available as an option

Towing capacity is on the lower side when compared to rivals

Two roof options available

The seat ergonomics are uncomfortable for tall drivers

Specs & Features

$32,195

price

280 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world cargo van market, the 2018 RAM Promaster Cargo Van is a popular name. Belonging to the fullsize cargo van segment, it competes with the Ford Transit Cargo Van, the Nissan NV Cargo Van, and the Mercedes Benz Sprinter Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around an MSRP of $29,995. With 3 trims on offer, prices reach around $39,010. Traditionally offered bareboned, cargo vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. It can be equipped with packages such as the MOPAR Interior Cargo Rack Package, the MOPAR Trailer Tow Group, or the High Roof Option. Delivering a combined MPG of 24, the standard engine on offer is a 3.6L V6 engine which feels robust enough for carrying loads and towing. It is further mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and makes 280 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

Buying Advice

The trim options in the RAM Promaster Cargo Van are based on the roof options available. You can either have it as a low roof body or a high roof body depending on your needs. However, our recommendation would be the high roof option in 2500 trim which features an upgraded suspension for better payload capacity. On the features front, all three trims offer a same set of standard features with some options on the table.

Trims

    1500
    $29,995 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    2500
    $33,195 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    3500
    $35,995 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 280 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4175 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$29,995- $39,545

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.06

Horsepower

280 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

14

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$22,855- $23,715

Gasoline

6.55

131 hp @ 5200 rpm

139 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

2

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$32,380- $45,640

Gasoline

7.23

275 hp @ 6000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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$31,295- $35,340

Gasoline

6.84

276 hp @ 5200 rpm

298 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

3

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$34,615- $38,025

Gasoline

7.5

276 hp @ 5200 rpm

298 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

3

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2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec--
    7.5 sec15.9 sec108 mph
    8.4 sec--
    8.4 sec--
    8.9 sec--

    2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      ---24 gal.-
      24 mpg26 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.348/377 mi.
      24 mpg26 mpg25 mpg31 gal.317.2/427 mi.
      24 mpg26 mpg25 mpg31 gal.341.6/463.6 mi.
      15 mpg18 mpg17 mpg25 gal.-

      2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        195.4 in.82.7 in.91.7 in.6.9 in.118 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.84.5 in.7.7 in.135 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.84.6 in.7.1 in.135 in.
        219.9 in.81.3 in.83.6 in.6 in.129.9 in.
        186.3 in.68.1 in.73.7 in.6.1 in.115.2 in.

        2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          259 cu.ft.-80 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.99.6 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.
          122.7 cu.ft.91.7 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.
          246 cu.ft.152.9 cu.ft.83.9 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.

          2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            80 cu.ft.259 cu.ft.80 cu.ft.-
            76.3 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.79 ft.
            16.5 cu.ft.246 cu.ft.83.9 cu.ft.-
            66.9 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.-
            13.5 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.-

            2018 RAM Promaster vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
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              5100 lbs.4000 lbs.4551 lbs.
              10000 lbs.3353 lbs.5225 lbs.
              10000 lbs.4311 lbs.5267 lbs.
              7100 lbs.3680 lbs.2788 lbs.
              5200 lbs.1500 lbs.3260 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