2021
RAM 2500

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Available trims

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  • Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $35,425
    3
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    4,011 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    15,040 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $38,325
    3
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,693 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,720 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $38,980
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,660 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,690 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $39,175
    2
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,943 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,970 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $39,175
    2
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,943 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,970 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $39,180
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,529 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,550 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $41,880
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,357 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,380 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $42,075
    2
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,572 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,600 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $42,075
    2
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,572 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,600 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $42,080
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,174 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,200 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $43,630
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,559 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,460 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $43,630
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,559 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,460 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $43,830
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,389 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,410 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $43,830
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,389 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,410 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $46,530
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,234 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,260 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $46,530
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,234 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,260 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $46,730
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,041 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,070 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $46,730
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,041 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,070 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Big Horn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $48,030
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,939 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,960 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Lone Star 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $48,030
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,939 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,960 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $50,840
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,528 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,550 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $51,040
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,388 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,410 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $53,740
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,135 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,160 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $53,940
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,014 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,040 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $54,740
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,564 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    10,520 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $55,240
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,912 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,940 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $58,335
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,346 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,370 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $58,435
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,165 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,190 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $61,235
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,055 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,080 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $61,435
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,831 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,860 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Longhorn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $62,735
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,803 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,830 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $62,840
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,099 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,120 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $63,140
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    3,108 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    14,130 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
    Starts at
    $65,740
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,783 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,810 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $66,040
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,824 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,850 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Limited 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
    Starts at
    $67,540
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,586 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    13,610 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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Notable features

Choice of three cabs, two cargo boxes
Gas V-8 or turbo-diesel inline-six engine
Power Wagon version available
Maximum towing capacity of 35,100 pounds (3500)
12-inch touchscreen available
Rear air suspension available

The good & the bad

The good

Strong towing capability
Diesel engine’s torque
Luxurious interior on uplevel trims
User-friendly Uconnect multimedia system
Ride quality with optional air suspension

The bad

Gets expensive in top trims
High-output diesel engine (3500 only)
No manual transmission

Expert 2021 RAM 2500 review

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What Is the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram HD is a full-size pickup truck aimed at people with serious towing and hauling needs, as opposed to those who make the occasional weekend run to the home improvement store. It seats up to six and competes with the Ford Super Duty and Chevrolet Silverado HD. Available in 2500 and 3500 form, a 410-horsepower, 6.4-liter V-8 engine is standard, while a Cummins turbo-diesel 6.7-liter inline-six-cylinder is available. The diesel engine makes as much as 1,000 pounds-feet of torque in the 3500.

What’s New on the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

A new Limited Night Edition design package arrives this year. It includes monochromatic styling, black 20-inch wheels and special badges.   

What Features in the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

  • Regular cab
  • 8-foot cargo box
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Bluetooth connectivity

Available features include: 

  • Crew cab or Mega cab
  • 6-foot, 4-inch cargo box
  • Four-wheel drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission (diesel engine)
  • 8.4- or 12-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Front and rear park assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane keep assist
  • 50-gallon fuel tank
  • Integrated trailer-brake controller

Should I Buy the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram HD should definitely be on your test-drive list if you need a full-size pickup truck for serious work. What sets it apart from the competition is its driving refinement — especially when equipped with the optional rear air suspension — as well as the quality and design of the interiors in the Laramie Longhorn and Limited. These trim levels have raised the bar for all full-size trucks. 

2021 RAM 2500 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram HD is a full-size pickup truck aimed at people with serious towing and hauling needs, as opposed to those who make the occasional weekend run to the home improvement store. It seats up to six and competes with the Ford Super Duty and Chevrolet Silverado HD. Available in 2500 and 3500 form, a 410-horsepower, 6.4-liter V-8 engine is standard, while a Cummins turbo-diesel 6.7-liter inline-six-cylinder is available. The diesel engine makes as much as 1,000 pounds-feet of torque in the 3500.

What’s New on the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

A new Limited Night Edition design package arrives this year. It includes monochromatic styling, black 20-inch wheels and special badges.   

What Features in the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

  • Regular cab
  • 8-foot cargo box
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Bluetooth connectivity

Available features include: 

  • Crew cab or Mega cab
  • 6-foot, 4-inch cargo box
  • Four-wheel drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission (diesel engine)
  • 8.4- or 12-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Front and rear park assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane keep assist
  • 50-gallon fuel tank
  • Integrated trailer-brake controller

Should I Buy the 2021 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram HD should definitely be on your test-drive list if you need a full-size pickup truck for serious work. What sets it apart from the competition is its driving refinement — especially when equipped with the optional rear air suspension — as well as the quality and design of the interiors in the Laramie Longhorn and Limited. These trim levels have raised the bar for all full-size trucks. 

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 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

4.6 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.8
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

Keep it Simple

To many electronics for distraction and failure. Keep it simple!.The placement of 4 wheel drive buttons are to easy to accidentally push when turning the gear knob and NO CD player! Sure you can say Blue tooth or Sirius but who wants another bill or buy a phone and when you don't have reception you screwed.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 4.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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Honest review

I purchased a 2021 2500 summer of 2021. It was hard to find any trucks. The truck arrived and was what I expected with the exception of a decent navigation system. I paid full sticker price. There is bad wind noise from the mirrors I believe. USB ports are all down by the accelerator. It has the diesel and some good power. There has been one recall, another on the way and possibly more in the works. These may be little issues but for the price I paid I am not sold on this being the greatest truck. Time will tell.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 3.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 RAM 2500?

The 2021 RAM 2500 is available in 7 trim levels:

  • Big Horn (7 styles)
  • Laramie (5 styles)
  • Limited (5 styles)
  • Lone Star (7 styles)
  • Longhorn (5 styles)
  • Power Wagon (1 style)
  • Tradesman (6 styles)

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Is the 2021 RAM 2500 reliable?

The 2021 RAM 2500 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 RAM 2500 owners.

Is the 2021 RAM 2500 a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 RAM 2500. 85.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.6

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