2019 Ram ProMaster Window Van Review

The 2019 Ram ProMaster Window Van is the people-carrying version of the ProMaster Cargo Van (reviewed separately). Its front-wheel-drive layout is unusual since full-size vans are traditionally rear-wheel-drive, but it does provide benefits. It has a lower floor height, which makes cargo loading and entry and exit easier. And extra engine weight over the front wheels can offer better traction on slippery roads. A tight turning circle also helps with low-speed maneuverability.

Ram has boosted the ProMaster's towing capacity this year. The van's maximum rating of 6,800 pounds is still a little short of the competition, but it should be sufficient for most users. And thanks to upgrades this year, the 2019 Ram can handle payloads of up to 4,230 pounds on the 2500 version and an impressive 4,680 pounds on the 3500.

Perhaps the biggest drawback is that the ProMaster is sold with front seats only — or just a driver's seat if you'd prefer — with no option of fitting rear seats from the factory. That means the buyer will need to find a third-party upfitter from which to buy and install the seats. On the whole, though, we like the ProMaster and find it to be a solid pick for a commercial passenger van.