2012
RAM 2500

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$32,645
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  • 2WD Reg Cab 140.5" ST
    Starts at
    $29,220
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,186 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Reg Cab 140.5" ST
    Starts at
    $32,195
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,696 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT
    Starts at
    $32,400
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,034 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $32,400
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,034 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" ST
    Starts at
    $32,645
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,927 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" ST
    Starts at
    $32,845
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,834 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT
    Starts at
    $35,615
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,601 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Reg Cab 140.5" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $35,615
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,601 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" ST
    Starts at
    $35,805
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,518 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" ST Power Wagon
    Starts at
    $35,805
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,118 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" ST
    Starts at
    $36,005
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,360 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $36,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,903 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $36,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,903 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $36,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,903 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" SLT
    Starts at
    $36,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,903 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $36,720
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,663 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $36,720
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,663 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $36,720
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,663 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" SLT
    Starts at
    $36,720
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,663 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $37,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,576 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $37,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,576 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $37,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,576 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" SLT
    Starts at
    $37,520
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,576 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $39,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,491 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $39,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,491 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $39,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,491 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" SLT
    Starts at
    $39,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,491 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $40,165
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $40,165
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $40,165
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" SLT
    Starts at
    $40,165
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,203 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Big Horn
    Starts at
    $40,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,118 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Lone Star
    Starts at
    $40,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,118 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Outdoorsman
    Starts at
    $40,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,118 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" SLT
    Starts at
    $40,965
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,118 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie
    Starts at
    $42,095
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,878 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie
    Starts at
    $42,295
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,625 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie
    Starts at
    $43,095
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,515 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie
    Starts at
    $45,540
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,433 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie Power Wagon
    Starts at
    $45,540
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,690 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie
    Starts at
    $45,740
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,129 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie
    Starts at
    $46,540
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,087 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Power Wagon
    Starts at
    $46,655
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,884 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $46,940
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,755 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $46,940
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,755 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $47,140
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,501 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $47,140
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,501 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $47,890
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,446 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $47,890
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,446 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $50,385
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,343 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $50,385
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,343 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $50,585
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,027 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $50,585
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,027 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie Limited
    Starts at
    $51,335
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,987 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie Longhorn
    Starts at
    $51,335
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,987 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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Notable features

Eight different trim levels offered
Single- or dual-rear-wheel configurations
Gas or diesel power
New six-speed automatic transmission with gas V-8

The good & the bad

The good

High-quality interior
6.7-liter diesel engine doesn't require diesel exhaust fluid
Power Wagon off-road model is tough, capable
5.7-liter Hemi V-8

The bad

6.7-liter six-cylinder diesel needs better transmission to leverage all of the torque
6.7-liter diesel performance lags behind Ford and GM diesels
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Safety review

Based on the 2012 RAM 2500 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
3/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
2/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
2/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
2/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
2/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 70,000 miles
Basic
3 months / 3,000 miles
Dealer certification
125-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

87% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 47 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.6
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

By John from Minnesota
Owns this car
February 5, 2025

N never had a problem about it used and it was a farm

N never had a problem about it used and it was a farm truck. It's a little rusty but it runs its butt off but having problems with the electrical in the steering column . Need to get it fixed
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Brian Fullerton
Owns this car
May 26, 2024

We love this truck.

We love this truck. We pull our 28 foot trailer with it. Bought used with a trade in so we could pull a heavier load. Had it for several years and has proven to be a good truck overall.
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 RAM 2500?

The 2012 RAM 2500 is available in 11 trim levels:

  • Big Horn (6 styles)
  • Laramie (6 styles)
  • Laramie Limited (6 styles)
  • Laramie Longhorn (6 styles)
  • Laramie Power Wagon (1 style)
  • Lone Star (6 styles)
  • Outdoorsman (8 styles)
  • Power Wagon (1 style)
  • SLT (8 styles)
  • ST (6 styles)
  • ST Power Wagon (1 style)

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Is the 2012 RAM 2500 reliable?

The 2012 RAM 2500 has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 RAM 2500 owners.

Is the 2012 RAM 2500 a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 RAM 2500. 87.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 47 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.4

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