Used 2018 Ram 3500 SLT Regular Cab Review
Consumer reviews
There are no consumer reviews for the 2018 Ram 3500 SLT Regular Cab.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Ram 3500 SLT Regular Cab
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Diesel engine and automatic transmission yield monumental torque
- Pro:Cabin offers excellent fit and finish
- Pro:Ride is comfortable and quiet, especially for a large truck
- Pro:Available load-leveling air suspension
- Con:Diesel engine delivers lower power with manual transmission
- Con:Manual-shift control is in a clumsy spot on column shifter
- Con:Six-cylinder diesel not as quick as V8-powered competitors
Which 3500 does Edmunds recommend?
With the Ram 3500's nearly limitless number of options and diversity of its buyers, it's difficult to recommend a single trim. The Tradesman is a modestly equipped work truck for those who want to keep purchasing costs low, while the top-trim Limited impresses with a luxuriously equipped cabin. If you want a nice balance between price and creature comforts, the Big Horn, which is sold as the Lone Star in Texas, is the way to go. It's not much more expensive than the SLT, and its added features are worth the extra cost.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Ram 3500 Regular Cab
Driving
The Ram 3500 DRW (for dual rear wheels, or dually) diesel shines in braking and handling. We were a bit let down by the overboosted steering, and keep in mind you need to order the heavy-duty automatic to get the engine's highest torque rating.
Comfort
You can't expect a truck that can seemingly tow a house to drive like a crossover SUV. But the Ram is perhaps the smoothest-riding pickup in the heavy-duty segment, aided by comfy, supportive front seats. The cabin is supremely quiet as well.
Interior
The Ram's interior has modern styling with user-friendly controls, including the superb Uconnect system. The cabin is open and airy and easy to see out of. It doesn't sit too high off the ground, even though it's a 3500. Ram needs to add a damped tailgate and some form of bumper step.
Utility
The Ram 3500 is all about towing, hauling and bed capacity. Maximum capacities are impressive, and the Ram comes with either a short bed or a long bed.
Technology
The large, logically located virtual buttons, reasonably quick response times, and ample functionality for smartphone users make the Ram 3500's 8.4-inch touchscreen one of the best in almost any vehicle.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Ram 3500 in Ohio is:
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