2025 Ram 3500

Price Range: $50,190 - $77,950

2025 Ram 2500 Laramie Crew Cab Pickup Exterior. Sport Appearance Package Shown.

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2025 Ram 3500 Review

by James Riswick

Pros

Massive torque and towing capacity with diesel engine
High-quality cabins at every price point
Easy-to-use and feature-packed infotainment systems
Numerous available driver assist technologies

Cons

Engines less powerful than Ford's
Some might find the driving position too high
Less comfortable ride than the Ram 2500

What's new

High-output diesel is only engine offered
New and improved touchscreen options
Many other new entertainment, towing and safety features are available
Revised styling
Part of the fifth Ram 3500 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

If a 20,000-pound maximum tow rating just isn't enough and/or you have more than 4,000 pounds to drop into the bed, the 2025 Ram 3500 is going to be your heavy-duty Ram truck. Those numbers would be the 2500's capability ceiling. The 3500 maxes out at 36,610 pounds of towing muscle and 7,590 pounds of payload. Now, those are maximums — the exact figures can be much lower depending on a range of factors. But if you need the most Ram truck possible, the number that matters most is 3500.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Connecticut

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$237/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: Many changes for 2025

Last year, you could get the Ram 3500 with one of two Cummins diesel engine options. For 2025, Ram has discontinued the previous 370-hp Cummins diesel engine option. What's left is the more powerful version. It makes 10 more horsepower this year — now 430 hp — and is said to be quieter and smoother. Other changes for 2025 include updated styling and a refreshed interior with new-and-improved touchscreens. An all-digital instrument panel and a passenger-side screen are now available, too. Dual wireless charging pads and a power inverter are introduced to the available features list, along with a handy trailer reverse steering control system and several safety technologies.

Competitors to consider

As mighty as the Ram 3500's towing and payload numbers are, they're actually outdone by the Ford F-350 (a 40,000-pound towing maximum and up to 8,000 pounds of payload), in part thanks to its more powerful gasoline and diesel engines. It can't match the Ram's Mega Cab option, or its overall interior quality, usability or tech. Neither can the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD twins. They come close, at least inside, but their engine and capability specs are off the pace of both Ford and Ram. If you need more capability than all of the above, have you considered something from Peterbilt?

Which 3500 does Edmunds recommend?

Picking the best Ram 3500 depends a lot on what you're going to use it for. Setting aside commercial use, we think most buyers will be quite happy with the Laramie trim. It's not the fanciest, but you can outfit it with most of the Limited's extras and can avoid its ride-worsening 20-inch wheels and gimmicky front passenger display. Getting the optional diesel engine is also a smart move if you're going to be towing heavy trailers.

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Ram 3500 Owner Reviews

2.8

35 reviews

5(37%)

4(6%)

3(3%)

2(11%)

1(43%)

The sentiment for the 2025 Ram 3500 is mixed. Owners appreciate its powerful performance, roomy interior, and towing capability. However, many are frustrated with recurring issues like transmission failures, radio problems, and poor customer service. Some even experienced serious breakdowns, leading to disappointments and loss of confidence in the brand.

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Most Helpful Owner Review

Fuel pump problem

disappointed , 11/17/2020

2020 Ram 3500 Lone Star 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A)

We have owned this truck for three months. It has about 2500 miles. The fuel pump came apart, mechanic's words. The truck left use on the side of the road with a load of cows. It is now in the shop awaiting repair. 5hey have to replace the entire fuel system, but cannot obtain all of the parts. Its been in the shop for weeks. Needless to say we are not happy, its a brand new truck!

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2025 Ram 3500 Features & Specs

Type:

Crew Cab

Trim:

Tradesman

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$50,190
Engine Type	Gas
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the 3500 include:

Back-up camera
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

FAQ

Is the Ram 3500 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 3500 both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 3500 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 35 reviews) And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ram 3500. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Ram 3500?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Ram 3500:

High-output diesel is only engine offered
New and improved touchscreen options
Many other new entertainment, towing and safety features are available
Revised styling
Part of the fifth Ram 3500 generation introduced for 2019

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Is the Ram 3500 reliable?

To determine whether the Ram 3500 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 3500. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 3500's 3-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Ram 3500 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Ram 3500 is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 3500 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 35 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 3500 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Ram 3500?

The least-expensive 2025 Ram 3500 is the 2025 Ram 3500 Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $50,190.

Other versions include:

Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $50,190
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $50,390
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,120
Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,320
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,515
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,515
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,715
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $53,715
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $56,445
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $56,445
Lone Star 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $56,645
Big Horn 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $56,645
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $61,805
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $62,005
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $64,735
Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $64,935
Limited 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $74,820
Limited Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $74,820
Limited 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $75,020
Limited Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $75,020
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $77,750
Limited Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $77,750
Limited Longhorn 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $77,950
Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $77,950

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What are the different models of Ram 3500?

If you're interested in the Ram 3500, the next question is, which 3500 model is right for you? 3500 variants include Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A), Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A), Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (6.4L 8cyl 8A), and Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A). For a full list of 3500 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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