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Used 2018 Ram ProMaster Cargo Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Ram ProMaster Cargo is a large van with two seats and a large cargo area perfect for storing gear and upfitting. There are no traditional trim levels; instead, its 1500, 2500 and 3500 levels indicate the size of the vehicle (higher numbers translate to longer available wheelbases and taller roofs) as well as an increasing gross vehicle weight rating for higher payloads. The engine is a 3.6-liter V6 gasoline engine (280 horsepower, 260 pound-feet of torque) that drives the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

The 1500 carries a GVWR of 8,550 pounds, with a payload rating of 3,770 to 3,990 pounds, depending on how it's configured. A 118-inch wheelbase and low cargo roof are standard, while a 136-inch wheelbase with a low or high cargo roof is optional. The 2500's GVWR is listed at 8,900 pounds, with a payload rating of 3,700 to 4,130 pounds. It's available in a 136-inch or a 159-inch wheelbase with a high cargo roof. The GVWR for the 3500 is listed at 9,350 pounds, with a payload rating of 4,020 to 4,430 pounds. The 159-inch wheelbase is standard, but you can order an extended version with an even longer cargo area.

The standard features on the Ram ProMaster 1500 include 16-inch steel wheels, split-opening rear doors, manually adjustable mirrors, remote locking and unlocking, a rearview camera, air conditioning, cloth upholstery, a telescoping steering wheel, cargo lights, tie-down rings in the cargo area, a 5-inch touchscreen, and a four-speaker audio system with a USB port.

The 2500 and 3500 versions come with the same equipment as the 1500, but they feature a heavy-duty suspension to deal with the higher payload capabilities.

Optional features include alloy wheels, power-folding and heated mirrors, windows for the sliding rear doors, rear windows, daytime running lights, rear parking sensors, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, vinyl upholstery, heated seats, lumbar adjustment for one or both seats, a double passenger seat, swivel seats, a suspended driver's seat, cargo area climate control, satellite radio, a navigation system and a tow hitch.

A few options are also available through Mopar, including remote engine start, electronic vehicle tracking, carpeted or rubberized floor mats, LED cargo lighting, a spray-in bedliner and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Which ProMaster Cargo Van trim does Edmunds recommend?

Since the list of standard features is the same no matter which trim you specify, the model you decide on is based purely on your business needs. Keep in mind that lower numbers correspond to a smaller wheelbase and a shorter roof height. For instance, the 1500 is the only one available in the short-wheelbase and low-roof combination, while the 3500 can only be ordered in the long-wheelbase and high-roof combo.

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Spreckels, CA
Vehicle
ProMaster Cargo Van 1500 Low Roof
ProMaster Cargo Van 1500 High Roof
ProMaster Cargo Van 2500 High Roof
ProMaster Cargo Van 3500 High Roof
Vehicle
1500 Low Roof
3.6L 6cyl 6A
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1500 High Roof
3.6L 6cyl 6A
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2500 High Roof
3.6L 6cyl 6A
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2 for sale near you
3500 High Roof
3.6L 6cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
optional
optional
optional
optional
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
optional
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
cloth
cloth
Heated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
280 hp @ 6,400 rpm
280 hp @ 6,400 rpm
280 hp @ 6,400 rpm
280 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Engine torque
260 lb-ft @ 4,175 rpm
260 lb-ft @ 4,175 rpm
260 lb-ft @ 4,175 rpm
260 lb-ft @ 4,175 rpm
Engine displacement
3.6 l
3.6 l
3.6 l
3.6 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
v6
v6
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/75R16
225/75R16
225/75R16
225/75R16
Wheel size
16 X 6.0-in
16 X 6.0-in
16 X 6.0-in
16 X 6.0-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
steel wheels
steel wheels
steel wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
24.0 gal.
24.0 gal.
24.0 gal.
24.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.3 ft.
40.7 ft.
40.7 ft.
46.8 ft.
Curb weight
4,560 lb.
4,781 lb.
4,773 lb.
4,922 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.9 in.
6.9 in.
6.9 in.
6.9 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
98.0 in.
98.0 in.
98.0 in.
98.0 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
82.7 in.
82.7 in.
82.7 in.
82.7 in.
Height
90.0 in.
101.0 in.
101.0 in.
101.0 in.
Length
195.4 in.
213.1 in.
213.1 in.
236.0 in.
Wheelbase
118.0 in.
136.0 in.
136.0 in.
159.0 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
259.0 cu. ft.
353.0 cu. ft.
353.0 cu. ft.
420.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, vinyl
Black, cloth
Black, vinyl
Black, cloth
Black, vinyl
Black, cloth
Black, vinyl
Black, cloth
Exterior
Bright White Clear Coat
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Black Clear Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Broom Yellow Clear Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Flame Red Clear Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Sandstone Pearl Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Black Clear Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Broom Yellow Clear Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Flame Red Clear Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Sandstone Pearl Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Black Clear Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Broom Yellow Clear Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Flame Red Clear Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Sandstone Pearl Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Black Clear Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Broom Yellow Clear Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Flame Red Clear Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Sandstone Pearl Coat