2024 Ram 2500 Review
Unleash massive towing power, advanced technology, and more with the heavy-duty 2024 Ram 2500 pickup truck. Whether you’re hauling materials to a work site or taking your favorite toys out for a weekend excursion, the capabilities of the Ram 2500 are ready to make quick work of your tasks. Continue reading this 2024 Ram 2500 review prepared for you by the team at Hugh White Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Athens, OH, to learn more.
If you’d like to see what each model entails, view our detailed Ram 2500 trims guide. If you’re eager to get behind the wheel, find your ideal Ram 2500 in our inventory and consider scheduling a test drive. We’re always happy to help, so feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (740) 594-8555.
The 2024 Ram 2500 starts at $46,740 MSRP.
2024 Ram 2500 Exterior
The robust design of the 2024 Ram 2500 lends itself to heavy-duty work, supplemented by useful features. The available RamBox® cargo management system includes two bed storage bins that are lockable, drainable, illuminated by LED lights, and can have a 115V power outlet, which can help to keep important cargo or tools safe and handy when needed. If you’re interested in off-roading, underbody skid plates and all-terrain tires are available to help you travel over rough terrain and reach those remote destinations. Available exterior features include:
- 17-, 18-, 20-in. wheels
- LED headlamps, taillamps, and fog lamps
- Clearance lamps
- LED hitch lamp in the tailgate handle
- Heated, power trailer tow mirrors with convex mirrors and supplemental signals
- Underbody skid plate shields
- Tow hooks
- All-terrain tires
- Mopar® sport performance hood
- Dampened tailgate with remote release
- Rain-sensitive windshield wipers
- Rear power-sliding window
2024 Ram 2500 Specs
The 2024 Ram 2500 has two powerful engine options, which include the 6.4L HEMI® V8 and 6.7L Cummins® turbo diesel inline six-cylinder (I6) engines. The 6.4L HEMI V8 engine is standard on most trims and provides impressive performance with 410 horsepower, a 17,730-pound towing capacity, and a 4,000-pound payload capacity. If you’re looking for maximum towing, the 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel I6 engine is available on most trims and generates 370 horsepower, a massive 19,990 pounds of towing, and 3,150 pounds of payload. Both engines are available with a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain. View engine specifications in the following table.
| Engine | 6.4L HEMI V8 | 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel I6 |
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| Horsepower | 410 HP | 370 HP |
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| Torque | 429 lb.-ft. | 850 lb.-ft. |
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| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic | Six-speed automatic |
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| Max. Towing | 17,730 lbs. | 19,990 lbs. |
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| Max. Payload | 4,000 lbs. | 3,150 lbs. |
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2024 Ram 2500 Interior
Whether you’re out driving for work or for fun, you can relax with help from the comfortable interior amenities of the 2024 Ram 2500. Recline into cloth, vinyl, or leather seats, and stay cozy all-year round with available heated and ventilated front seats. When it comes to cargo solutions inside the cab, the rear bench seat can be folded down to accommodate larger items, and a helpful behind-seat storage area and a fold-flat load floor storage expand your options. Available interior features include:
- Cloth, heavy-duty vinyl, or leather seats
- Front bucket seats or 40/20/40 split-folding bench seat
- Rear 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Rear behind-seat storage
- Fold-flat load floor storage
- Heated and ventilated front bucket seats
- Heated second-row seats
The Ram 2500 has two cab and two bed options available. Both cabs can accommodate up to six passengers, but the mega cab offers more space than the crew cab. The crew cab can be paired with either the 6-foot 4-inch or 8-foot bed, while the mega cab comes with the 6-foot 4-inch bed. View interior specifications in the following table.
| Cab | Crew | Mega |
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| Passenger Capacity | Six | Six |
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| Passenger Volume | 125 cu.-ft. | 130 cu.-ft. |
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| Legroom (Front/Rear) | 40.9 / 40.2 in. | 40.9 / 43.1 in. |
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| Headroom (Front/Rear) | 40.9 / 39.8 in. | 40.9 / 40.3 in. |
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| Interior Cargo Volume | 60.7 cu.-ft. | 66 cu.-ft. |
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| Bed Options | 6-ft. 4-in. | 8-ft. | 6-ft. 4-in. |
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| Bed Cargo Volume | 57.5 cu.-ft. | 74.7 cu.-ft. | 57.5 cu.-ft. |
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2024 Ram 2500 Technology
The 2024 Ram 2500 offers a collection of helpful safety features ready to help make your towing easier. When cruising around, utilize the available lane-keep system, parking assist system, and surround-view camera to better navigate the road. Assisting in towing along the way, the available trailer reverse guidance and trailer sway damping help you handle the haul. Available safety features include:
- ParkView® rear backup camera
- Trailer sway damping
- Trailer brake controller
- ParkSense® front and rear park assist system
- Hill descent control
- Lane-keep assist
- Blind spot with tag-trailer and cross-path detection
- Surround-view camera system
- Trailer reverse guidance
Wherever your drives take you, enjoy the connectivity provided by the Ram 2500 technology. The Uconnect® infotainment system gives access to a myriad of features, including navigation, Wi-Fi® hotspot capability, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™. If you’re a music lover, you’ll be happy to know that the Ram 2500 has several audio systems available, including the 17-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system. Available technology features include:
- 3.5-, 7-, or 12-in. instrument display
- Four or six speakers, nine Alpine® speakers with a subwoofer, or 17 Harman Kardon speakers
- Uconnect 3 or 5 NAV infotainment system
- 5-, 8.4-, or 12-in. infotainment touchscreens
- Bluetooth®
- Navigation
- HD Radio™
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
- Off-Road Info Pages
- Trailer Tow Pages
2024 Ram 2500 Trims
- Tradesman® – $46,740*
- Big Horn® – $58,730*
- Laramie® – $68,455*
- Rebel® – $70,735*
- Power Wagon® – $70,835*
- Limited Longhorn® – $84,755*
- Limited – $88,700*
*Starting MSRP