2012 Ram 2500 review
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What is new for the 2012 Ram 2500?
- The 2500 is available in a variety of new trims, including the Bighorn, Lonestar, and Outdoorsman.
- 2500 trims have been upgraded with Traction Control, Rear Defroster, Turbo Diesel Engine, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
- RamBox and 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
- The ST trim now comes with Cruise Control and Alloy Wheels as standard equipment.
- The Laramie trim now comes with Rear View Camera and Navigation System as standard equipment.
- The SLT trim now comes with Remote Start as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Ram 2500 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ram 2500 12th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.
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Outdoorsman 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Bluetooth Technology
- Fifth Wheel Tow Hitch
- Gooseneck Tow Hitch
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- RamBox
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.7L
Horsepower
383
Torque (ft-lbs)
400
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
35
Wheelbase
140.5"
Overall length
231"
Width
78.9"
Height
73.3"
Leg room
F 41"
Head room
F 40.3"
Front tires
LT265/70R17E
Rear tires
LT265/70R17E
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
1688/11250 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Ram 2500 FAQ
The Ram 2500 received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Ram 2500 as 11 out of 19 among Fullsize Truck
The 2012 Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 5000 and 11400 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Ram 2500:
- Traction Control
- Rear Defroster
- Sunroof(s)
- RamBox
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
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