2020 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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2020 Ram 2500 is capable and comfortable
When you need to tow or haul more than a standard pickup truck can handle, it’s time to move up to a heavy-duty truck. Their extra capability usually comes at the cost of comfort and refinement, but the Ram 2500 (formerly named the Dodge Ram 2500) is among the best in the class when it comes to ride quality and interior appointments. The 2020 Ram 2500 also offers outstanding infotainment features and a full suite of driver aids. Its maximum payload capacity of around 4,000 pounds and maximum trailer towing capacity of around 20,000 pounds when properly equipped mean it’s quite capable, even those aren’t class-leading numbers. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
After being redesigned for 2019, little changed for 2020. An optional 50-gallon fuel tank is available, but otherwise the Ram has the same options: an 8-foot or 6-foot 4-inch bed, two massive engines—a gas V8 and turbocharged six-cylinder diesel—and same seven trim levels, from the workmanlike Tradesman to the top-tier Limited model. If you want to venture off the beaten path, the Power Wagon is loaded with off-road features.
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What is new for the 2020 Ram 2500?
- 2500 trims have been upgraded with Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Lane Departure Warning and Leatherette & Cloth features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Power Wagon trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
2020 Ram 2500 trims
Tradesman:
- 6.4L
- 6.7L
- 370-hp, 850-lb-ft of torque 6.7L
- 410-hp, 429-lb-ft of torque 6.4L
- Rear View Camera
- Overhead Airbags
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Vinyl Seats
- Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- View our Ram 2500 Tradesman inventory
Bighorn:
- Includes all features available on the Tradesman
- Cloth Seats
- Long Bed
- View our Ram 2500 Bighorn inventory
Lonestar:
- Includes all features available on the Bighorn
- No significant upgrades found on the Lonestar
Laramie:
- Includes all features available on the Lonestar
- Parking Sensors
- Leather Seats
- Rear Defroster
- Power Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Alloy Wheels
- Alpine Sound System
- View our Ram 2500 Laramie inventory
Longhorn:
- Includes all features available on the Laramie
- A/C Seats
- Remote Start
- Memory Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Running Boards
- Navigation System
- View our Ram 2500 Longhorn inventory
Limited:
- Includes all features available on the Longhorn
- Blind Spot Monitor
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- View our Ram 2500 Limited inventory
Power Wagon:
- Includes all features available on the Limited
- 149 inch wheelbase
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Ram 2500
What We Like
Strong engine choices: The Ram 2500’s standard gasoline V8 makes 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, enough to meet the needs of most shoppers. If you need even more power for towing or hauling, the optional turbocharged diesel engine produces a tremendous 850 lb-ft of torque.
Excellent comfort: Heavy-duty trucks aren’t known for comfort, but the Ram 2500 is as good as it gets. The truck has a much less bumpy ride and a quieter cabin than its top competitors. Combine that with the highly comfortable seats, and the Ram 2500 is tough to beat. In higher trim levels, the cabin also has a near-luxury feel thanks to upscale materials.
Impressive tech features: The available 12.3-inch touchscreen is both impressive and easy to use, and wireless phone charging is available as well. You can also find a full suite of driver aids, including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. The 2020 Ram 2500 offers a comprehensive list of technology upgrades.
What needs improvement
Diesel engine noise: If you want max towing capability out of your Ram 2500, you’ll need the optional turbocharged diesel engine. Unfortunately, the diesel creates noticeable vibrations in the cabin and an intrusive drone at freeway speeds. In the Ram 2500’s otherwise quiet cabin, the noise is more noticeable.
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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
- Side Airbags
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Fifth Wheel Tow Hitch
- Front Seat Heaters
- Gooseneck Tow Hitch
- Lane Departure Warning
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Defroster
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- 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
2020 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
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The 2020 Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 10520 and 15040 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 2020 Ram 2500:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Parking Sensors
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