2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van
MSRP Range: $39,490 - $48,900 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van Review
byChristian Wardlaw
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Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
Pros
- Easier to maneuver than similarly sized vans
- Variety of body styles to suit a range of business needs
- Impressive infotainment and safety tech
- Low cargo load floor
Cons
- Strange and uncomfortable driving position
- Unrefined ride quality, even for a van
- No option for all-wheel drive
What's new
- Five-passenger Crew Van debuts
- Upgraded infotainment systems and safety features
- New nine-speed automatic transmission
- Part of the first ProMaster Cargo generation introduced for 2014
Overview
Ram bases the boxy 2022 ProMaster full-size van on a European design, so it packs as much interior volume in as small a footprint as possible. This makes the Ram ProMaster easier to maneuver in close quarters, yet it can still haul up to 4,680 pounds of payload, tow up to 6,910 pounds of trailer, or carry up to 463 cubic feet of cargo, depending on the configuration.
What gives the ProMaster Cargo Van this flexibility? It comes in three wheelbase lengths ranging from 118 inches to 159 inches, paired with a low-roof or a high-roof design. The longest models offer an extended body style with a 13-foot-long cargo area. In addition, the ProMaster is unlike its rivals in that it uses a front-wheel-drive powertrain, allowing for a low load floor that is just 21 inches above the ground. That's a best-in-class number and makes it easier to load and unload a ProMaster.
Two seats for the driver and front passenger are standard in the ProMaster Cargo Van. However, this year a new Crew Van style debuts with a three-passenger second-row bench seat and a partition to separate the people from the cargo. Additionally, the 2022 ProMaster boasts a next-generation infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (both with wireless connectivity), Amazon Alexa integration, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot. This cargo hauler also gets an impressive slate of standard and available driver assistance technologies.
What the Ram ProMaster lacks in comparison to its rivals is an optional all-wheel-drive system, so if you live in a climate where slippery roads and snowstorms are common, you may want to consider the Ford Transit or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The Ford and Mercedes are also a little more refined to drive. Even so, the Ram ProMaster is a capable choice in the full-size work van segment.
Which Promaster Cargo Van does Edmunds recommend?
Ram doesn't offer the ProMaster Cargo Van in traditional trim levels. Instead, you select from the 1500, 2500 and 3500 models that correspond to payload ratings. Then you choose a wheelbase length and a roof height that will best serve your needs and add options to tailor the van to your requirements.
Ram Promaster Cargo Van models
Think of the 2022 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van as a blank slate upon which you build the work van or recreational vehicle of your dreams. Your decision-making starts by choosing a 1500, 2500 or 3500 model, the designations based on the van's payload capacity. (You can think of them as light-, medium- and heavy-duty models.) Then you select a short, standard or long wheelbase, the latter offered in two different body lengths when you choose the Ram ProMaster 3500. Finally, you decide whether you want a low-roof or a high-roof design.
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Ram Promaster Cargo Van vs. Chevrolet Express Cargo
The main benefits of choosing a Chevrolet Express over a Ram ProMaster include a much lower price and a much higher tow rating. Otherwise, the aging Express is far behind the ProMaster when it comes to configurability, interior volume, ease of loading and unloading, infotainment technology and safety systems.
Ram Promaster Cargo Van vs. Ford Transit Cargo Van
Equipped with a turbocharged V6 engine, available all-wheel drive, and a broader array of available configurations, the Ford Transit is a formidable foe of the Ram ProMaster's. For urban driving, though, the ProMaster lineup offers more compact variants that are easier to maneuver and feature a low cargo floor that makes loading and unloading easier. Infotainment and safety systems are of similar quality.
Ram Promaster Cargo Van vs. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Though it seems the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is only slightly more expensive than the Ram ProMaster, everything is optional on the cargo van equipped with the shiny three-pointed star on its grille. However, the Sprinter is considered the gold standard of cargo vans. It offers turbodiesel engine options and available all-wheel drive and is a beloved workhorse all around the world. It proves that even cargo vans can have cachet.
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FAQ
Is the Ram Promaster Cargo Van a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Promaster Cargo Van both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2022 Promaster Cargo Van gets an average rating of 2 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the Promaster Cargo Van ranges from 259.0 to 463.0 cubic feet of trunk space. 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 Promaster Cargo Van. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van:
- Five-passenger Crew Van debuts
- Upgraded infotainment systems and safety features
- New nine-speed automatic transmission
- Part of the first ProMaster Cargo generation introduced for 2014
Is the Ram Promaster Cargo Van reliable?
To determine whether the Ram Promaster Cargo Van is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Promaster Cargo Van. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Promaster Cargo Van's 2-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2022 Promaster Cargo Van gets an average rating of 2 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Promaster Cargo Van is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van?
The least-expensive 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van is the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/118" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $39,490.
Other versions include:
- 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/118" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $39,490
- 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $41,250
- 2500 Low Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $42,150
- 1500 High Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $42,550
- 2500 High Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $43,130
- 3500 Low Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $43,440
- 2500 High Roof 3dr Van w/159" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $44,250
- 3500 High Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $44,440
- 3500 High Roof 3dr Van w/159" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $45,540
- 3500 High Roof 3dr Ext Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $48,900
What are the different models of Ram Promaster Cargo Van?
If you're interested in the Ram Promaster Cargo Van, the next question is, which Promaster Cargo Van model is right for you? Promaster Cargo Van variants include 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/118" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A), 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A), 2500 Low Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A), and 1500 High Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A). For a full list of Promaster Cargo Van models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more