2022 Ram 2500 Review

Name: 2022 Ram 2500
Brand: Ram

Price Range: $24,898 - $63,995

Ram 2500 Big Horn Crew Cab Pickup Exterior

Good

7.9

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The 2022 Ram 2500 has plenty of high-tech features, a stout towing capability, and one of the nicest interiors on the market for a heavy-duty truck. There are a couple of minor downsides, such as a suboptimal driving position and a noisy diesel engine. In the end, though, the Ram 2500 is one of our favorite trucks on the market, and we'd absolutely recommend a test drive.

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Pros

Impressive power and torque from available diesel engine
Versatile high-tech cabin, especially on higher trims
Comfortable seats and quiet cabin for such a big vehicle
Power Wagon trim offers terrific off-road capability

Cons

With the diesel engine, chatter is always present
The driving position is a little too high

What's new

Next-generation infotainment system standard on most trims
New Silver Edition package for Big Horn/Lone Star trims
Equipment package updates for Power Wagon model
Upgraded trailering technology and lighting
Part of the fifth Ram 2500 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Christian Wardlaw

12/17/2021

The 2022 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty is ready to serve when you need more payload and towing capacity than a light-duty Ram 1500 can deliver but you don't need the whole enchilada supplied by the Ram 3500 Heavy Duty. The Ram 2500 can handle up to 4,010 pounds of payload and offers 20,000 pounds of trailer towing capacity when properly equipped. There's also the Ram 2500 Power Wagon, which comes with a variety of modifications that considerably enhance its off-road capabilities.

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2022 Ram 2500
Big Horn Crew Cab
$37,000
great price
$5,624 below market
- 60,737 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 6'4” bed, 6.4l, 8cyl
- Koons Ford Baltimore (44 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Baltimore, MD
CarFax One Owner, Accident Free Carfax, Local Trade, 115V Auxiliary Front Power Outlet, 115V Auxiliary Rear Power Outlet, 2 Way Rear Headrest Seat, 2n...
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: Yes
Features and Specs:
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VIN: 3C6UR5DJ3NG402953
Stock: KBFP240433A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-23-2026
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2022 Ram 2500
Big Horn Crew Cab
$34,555
great price
$5,918 below market
- 75,849 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
- 6'4” bed, 6.7l, 6cyl
- Arm Motors (55 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Dundalk, MD

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Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
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VIN: 3C6UR5DLXNG202444
Stock: ARM3971
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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Naturally, Chevrolet, Ford and GMC also field trucks in this segment, and the Ram sits smack dab in the middle of them when it comes to capability. What this means is you can choose the truck you like the most, confident that it will get the job done. And there is plenty to like about the Ram 2500. Check out our test team's Expert Rating for more opinions and analysis of the 2022 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

by the Edmunds Experts

Good

7.9

out of 10

We drove the 2022 Ram 2500 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the 2500 drive? For such a massive rig, the Ram 2500 accelerates, handles and stops reasonably well. Full-throttle acceleration is gradual but totally adequate. Our 4WD test truck needed 8.3 seconds to cover 0-60 mph at the Edmunds test track, which is respectable for the segment. A simulated-panic stop from 60 mph took 140 feet — which is also an average distance for a heavy-duty truck.

Around corners, the steering feels appropriately light, but the handling limits are low. If you ignore the 2500's size, it's actually pretty drivable in the city. For off-road use, the available Power Wagon model has some serious off-road capability that most other heavy-duty trucks don't offer.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the 2500? Both the front and back seats of the Ram 2500 are extremely comfortable. The seats are well padded and well bolstered, and they have lots of adjustments. Soft-touch surfaces are nice for hands and elbows. And the ride on the highway is as good as you can expect in a 2500 — which is to say bumpy but not disturbing.

Climate control is operated via touchscreen and some button controls, but the touchscreen functions are hard to find. With the optional diesel powertrain, there's a lot of vibration coming up through the pedals and steering wheel as well as a constant drone on the highway — that's not completely unheard of for the class but still annoying.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? From the basic, no-frills Tradesman to the top-trim Limited, the Ram 2500 has an appealing interior. The buttons and interior controls are laid out in a logical and easy-to-use manner, and there's enough space in every seating position for adults. Getting in and out isn't an issue thanks to the optional power-deployable side steps and big openings from all four doors. The only minor downside is the driving position, which some drivers might find too elevated.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The Ram's top-end 12.3-inch touchscreen is only rivaled by much more expensive luxury systems from Mercedes and Audi. The crisp, clear screen has an easy-to-learn organizational structure. But we also like the less expensive 8.4-inch touchscreen. Both of them offer easy access to your connected smartphone and voice controls that work well.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration operates seamlessly, and you'll find all the USB ports you could ask for. Those willing to spend extra for great sound can opt for an excellent 17-speaker premium stereo. Driver aids such as adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring are effective without being intrusive.

Towing and Storage

8.5/10

How are the towing and storage? As you'd expect from a truck such as the Ram 2500, towing and hauling capability is massive. The available rear air suspension's exclusive kneeling function makes loading and trailer hookups easy. The Ram's maximum payload and towing capacities are impressive, even among the admittedly strong competition.

The Ram 2500's center console storage bin is huge, and the rear half of the cab has cavernous cargo capacity as well. If you're carrying kids, the ultra-wide back seat can easily hold three child seats, and the seat anchors are accessible.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA exempts heavy-duty trucks from fuel economy ratings. Depending on conditions and driving style, our test truck with the diesel engine ranged between 15 and 20 mpg, which is pretty respectable for a truck this big and capable.

Value

7.5/10

Is the 2500 a good value? Ram is really leading the way, with impressive controls and high-quality materials that feel worthy of the price tag. The exterior body panels and add-on extras such as the bed cover are well put together too. The Ram 2500 has similar warranty coverage to its main rivals from Chevy and Ford.

In this class, the sky's the limit when it comes to pricing. A Ram 2500 can easily crest $70,000, but so can a heavy-duty Ford or Chevy. Don't get too carried away with the options list and you should be fine.

Wildcard

7.5/10

The Ram 2500 is a big truck with a big personality. It's one of the classiest trucks in the segment, yet it's still somehow intimidating as you see it driving down the road. But like other heavy-duty trucks, it's not exactly fun to drive on a daily basis, especially if you're on anything other than wide-open country roads.

2022 Ram 2500 trim level differences

The Ram 2500 is available in three cab styles: regular cab, crew cab and Mega Cab (an extended crew cab). The seven trim levels are Tradesman, Big Horn, Lone Star, Power Wagon, Laramie, Limited Longhorn and Limited. Compare the 2022 Ram 2500 trim levels in-depth.

Which 2500 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Because it is available in all three of the Ram 2500's cab styles and paves the path to a wider array of features and options, the 2500 Big Horn (known as the Lone Star in Texas) is our recommendation. You can stick with this model's standard equipment at a budget-friendly price or tailor the truck to your preferences with numerous upgrades to improve the truck's capability, comfort, technology and more.

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Reliability

The 2022 Ram 2500 has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #12 out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3 out of 5 stars3/5Average

#12 out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$1,056/yr

vs. $752/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Frequency

0.89x/yr

vs. 0.98x/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Severity

23.2%

vs. 19.9%
for Average Fullsize Truck

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2022 Ram 2500

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles

Ram 2500 Reviews

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2022 2500 Features & Specs

Type:

Crew Cab

Trim:

Tradesman

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$46,395
Engine Type	Gas
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	20,000 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the 2500 models:

Adaptive Forward Lighting System: This available feature turns the LED headlights up to 15 degrees in the direction the driver steers to improve visibility at night.
Digital Rearview Mirror with Tow Mode: Uses a camera to show an unobstructed view of what's behind the truck on the rearview mirror display. When towing, the system uses a camera mounted to the trailer.
Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking: Warns the driver when a collision might occur and, if the driver takes no action, applies the brakes to prevent or mitigate a crash.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover19.8%

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2022 Ram 2500 Review

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Overview

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Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

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Value

Wildcard

2022 Ram 2500 trim level differences

Which 2500 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Reliability

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

Recalls

Warranty

Ram 2500 Reviews

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2022 2500 Features & Specs

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