When it comes to towing and hauling, Ram’s 2500 series pickup easily stands up to other heavy-duty trucks like the Chevy Silverado HD and Ford Super Duty. However, inside the cabin, the Ram 2500 exudes luxury, comfort, and a quiet atmosphere that its competitors can’t match. Heavy duty truck buyers might be wondering if there’s a way to improve on near perfection for the 2024 model year? Let’s take a look.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Ram 2500 is mostly a carryover of the 2023 Ram 2500.
- There’s a new “tailgate ajar” warning message standard on all 2024 Ram 2500 trucks, regardless of trim level.
- In 2023, Ram introduced a new Rebel off-road trim and a sporty performance hood option.
- Technology-wise, 2023 also brought an available digital rearview mirror, trailer reverse steering control, and a Trailer Tow app — all of which carry into 2024.
- The 2024 Ram 2500 can haul up to a combined 3,240 pounds worth of passengers and cargo. When it comes time to tow, trailers up to 16,870 pounds are accommodated when properly equipped.
Is the 2024 Ram 2500 more expensive than the 2023 Ram 2500?
As was the case in 2023, Ram provides 2024 2500 buyers a wide variety of models to suit all needs from a basic work truck to a highly capable off-roader to a luxury highway cruiser. Trim levels and prices for the latest Ram 2500 are as follows (all MSRPs listed include destination fee):
- Tradesman: starting at $49,735
- Lone Star: starting at $54,265
- Big Horn: starting at $61,725
- Laramie: starting at $67,365
- Rebel: starting at $73,485
- Power Wagon: starting at $73,585
- Longhorn: starting at $77,910
- Limited: starting at $81,555
If you’re wondering how these current prices stack up to last year’s model, the 2023 Ram 2500 started at $48,710 (Tradesman) and went up to $74,320 (Limited), depending on the trim and options. That makes the 2024 Ram 2500 slightly more expensive than the 2023 model, though certain price-reducing rebates and promotions exist that our team at Thunder CJDR would love to tell you about.
2024 Ram 2500 horsepower and towing.
Like just about everything else, Ram 2500 powertrains carry over from 2023 to 2024, but that’s a good thing in our book. If a gasoline-powered engine is what you’re after, a 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine with 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque is standard.
For even more towing and hauling capacity, buyers can opt for a diesel powerplant. The diesel option is a 6.7-liter Cummins six cylinder turbo diesel with 370 horsepower. Though that might seem less powerful than the gasoline V8, the diesel mill makes a whopping 850 pound-feet of torque, which is more important when it comes to towing tasks.
With the standard V-8, a 2024 Ram 2500 has a payload capacity — the combined weight of all passengers and cargo in the bed — of 3240 pounds and a maximum towing capacity of 14,370 pounds when properly equipped. With the turbocharged diesel engine, payload capacity remains the same, but maximum towing ability jumps to 16,870 pounds.
Note that most 2024 Ram 2500 pickups are available in the buyer’s choice of two-wheel or four-wheel drive, though the Rebel and Power Wagon trims are four-wheel drive only. Off-road enthusiasts will also want to learn about additional equipment for exploring such as a locking rear axle, off-road suspension, and hill descent control that’s available on certain trim levels.
The 2024 Ram 2500 has a heavyweight infotainment system, too.
Ram’s heavy-duty trucks have some of the most stylish and premium-feeling cabins around, even rivaling some luxury cars. Front and center in that endeavor is an available 8.4-inch touchscreen, with an even bigger 12.0 inch screen on offer with certain trim levels. There’s also an available navigation system, onboard Wi-Fi hotspot, and support for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Whether you need to charge a smartphone or your construction power tools, the 2024 Ram 2500 has you covered with a multitude of USB ports, optional wireless charging pad, and up to three household-style 115-volt outlets to plug in whatever you need for work or play.
Final thoughts
We might be biased, but the Thunder CJDR is convinced that the Ram 2500’s combination of ruggedness, luxury, and style trumps the competition like Ford and Chevy. But don’t take our word for it — let our courteous and educated team prove it to you with a comprehensive tour and test drive of these amazing trucks today. And if we don’t have the perfect truck for your needs in stock, we can place a custom order for you.