2019 Ram 2500 review
Ram 2500 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Excellent torque and towing capacity from available diesel engine
- Upscale materials and design on higher trim levels
- Comfortable seats and quiet cabin
- Lots of impressive technology features and driver aids
Cons
- Optional diesel engine makes an unpleasant noise and vibration
- Some drivers may find the driving position too high
Mileage (EPA estimate)
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Pricing for current inventory
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The 2019 Ram 2500 is redesigned and improved
The Ram 2500, formerly known as the Dodge Ram 2500, was fully redesigned for 2019, and comprehensively improved – as long as you like power, technology, and comfort. On the outside, the Ram got a lighter body and stronger frame, a more powerful standard V8 engine, and a new optional turbocharged diesel engine. This new engine gives the 2500 a max towing capacity of almost 20,000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. Both a 6-foot 4-inch short bed and 8-foot-long bed are offered. Inside, the cabin has improved comfort and ergonomics, along with more upscale materials on higher trims. A 12-inch infotainment screen is available, along with a surround-view camera system and a full suite of driver aids, including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. Inside and out, the 2019 Ram 2500 is thoroughly more modern than 2018 models.
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What is new for the 2019 Ram 2500?
- The 2500 is available in a variety of new trims, including the Limited and Longhorn.
- The Laramie Limited, Laramie Longhorn, and SLT trims have been discontinued for 2019.
- 2500 trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Defroster, Sunroof(s), Automated Cruise Control, Leather & Suede Seats, Long Bed, Bed Liner, Turbo Diesel Engine, CD Audio, Apple CarPlay, and Harman Kardon Sound as standard equipment this year.
- The Bighorn trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
- The Tradesman trim now comes with Smart Key, Bluetooth Technology, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The Laramie trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
- The Lonestar trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
2019 Ram 2500 trims
Tradesman:
- 410-hp, 429-lb-ft of torque 6.4L
- 370-hp, 850-lb-ft of torque 6.7L
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Overhead Airbags
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Power Mirrors
- Vinyl Seats
- Cruise Control
- View our Ram 2500 Tradesman inventory
Bighorn:
- Includes all features available on the Tradesman
- Cloth Seats
- View our Ram 2500 Bighorn inventory
Lonestar:
- Includes all features available on the Bighorn
- 149 inch wheelbase
Laramie:
- Includes all features available on the Lonestar
- Leather Seats
- Remote Start
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Front Seat Heaters
- Memory Seats
- Power Seats
- Leather & Suede Seats
- View our Ram 2500 Laramie inventory
Longhorn:
- Includes all features available on the Laramie
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Running Boards
- Navigation System
- Bed Liner
- CD Audio
- View our Ram 2500 Longhorn inventory
Limited:
- Includes all features available on the Longhorn
- Blind Spot Monitor
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Sunroofs
- Automated Cruise Control
- Harman Kardon Sound
- View our Ram 2500 Limited inventory
Power Wagon:
- Includes all features available on the Limited
- No significant upgrades found on the Power Wagon
- View our Ram 2500 Power Wagon inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Ram 2500
What We Like
Strong engine choices: For 2019, the redesigned Ram 2500 upped the ante on power. The Ram’s base gasoline V8 makes 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. The new optional turbocharged diesel engine makes an impressive 850 lb-ft of torque and offers massive towing and hauling potential.
Excellent comfort: Ram made a lot of changes to upgrade the Ram 2500’s comfort: an improved cabin with more upscale materials on higher trim levels, plush and supportive seats, redesigned suspension, and more sound insulation with active noise cancellation. The redesigned 2500 is a top pick for comfort in the heavy-duty segment.
Impressive tech features: Ram packed the redesigned 2500 with modern tech. You can get a 12-inch touchscreen, full cell-phone integration, a complete set of driver aids including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring, and a surround-view camera system.
What needs improvement
Diesel engine noise: The Ram 2500’s optional turbocharged diesel engine is powerful and capable, but it creates noticeable vibration through the steering wheel and pedals, and an intrusive droning noise at freeway speeds. Considering the work Ram did to tame noise in the 2500’s cabin, the diesel engine’s soundtrack stands out more than it might in a less quiet truck.
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Ratings & reliability
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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Lonestar 2WD 2D Regular Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Long Bed
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Alpine Sound System
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Blind Spot Monitor
- CD Audio
- Fifth Wheel Tow Hitch
- Front Seat Heaters
- Gooseneck Tow Hitch
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Defroster
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.4L
Horsepower
410
Torque (ft-lbs)
429
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
32
Wheelbase
140.5"
Overall length
232"
Width
79.4"
Height
78"
Leg room
F 40.9"
Head room
F 39.8"
Front tires
LT275/70SR18
Rear tires
LT275/70SR18
Seating capacity
3
Max towing capacity
1497/14970 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2019 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 2019 Ram 2500 has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Ram 2500, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Ram 2500 Reviews.
The 2019 Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 10350 and 15080 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 2019 Ram 2500:
- Limited
- Longhorn
- Rear Defroster
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Automated Cruise Control
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