2017 Ram 2500

Performance Capabilities

The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup truck with impressive performance specs across the board. Here’s a look at each of the three engines available:

• 5.7L HEMI V8 – Standard with a six-speed automatic transmission, the base Ram 2500 engine features Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and a total output of 400 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. When properly equipped, it can tow up to 13,890 pounds and handle a payload of up to 3,060 pounds.
• 6.4L HEMI V8 – Also standard with a six-speed automatic, the 6.4L HEMI V8 increases output to 429 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque while allowing you to tow up to 16,320 pounds and carry a payload of up to 3,990 pounds when properly equipped.
• 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 – At the top of the lineup is the commanding 6.7L Cummins inline-six, a legendary powertrain that comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission and has an output of up to 370 hp and a commanding 800 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough power to motivate the Ram 2500 to tow up to 17,980 pounds and handle a payload of 3,160 pounds.

Trims, Features, and Price

Take a closer look at the Ram 2500 with this rundown of the wide array of trim levels available, moving from the functional but well equipped work truck all the way up to a luxurious heavy-duty pickup:

• TRADESMAN – Starting at $32,145 MSRP, this base trim on the Ram 2500 is a work truck that comes with vinyl upholstery, a locking tailgate, and automatic headlights. You’ll also get a six-speaker sound system, while Crew Cab models get storage in the floor and under the seat.
• SLT – Step up to the SLT trim for $36,345 MSRP and you’ll get high-tech features like Bluetooth® phone and audio connectivity, satellite radio, a temperature gauge, an in-vehicle compass, and a trip computer. This model also features split-folding front seats on the inside and chrome bumpers on the outside.
• BIG HORN – The Big Horn starts at an MSRP from $42,725 and adds a number of high end features to the mix, including a Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen interface and infotainment system, as well as a power driver’s seat and the option of a ParkView rearview camera display.
• LARAMIE – Starting at $47,545, the Laramie trim on the Ram 2500 comes with a number of luxury-level features, including heated, ventilated, and leather front seats, as well as a 7-inch driver display screen. You’ll also get the ParkView rearview camera standard, as well as ParkSense Front and Rear Park Assist.
• LARAMIE LONGHORN – The Laramie Longhorn comes in at $53,895 MSRP and features Natura Plus leather front seats and leather rear seats, as well as a full leather lid on the double stacked center console, along with wood tambour door trim and Laramie Longhorn badging.
• POWER WAGON – The Ram 2500 Power Wagon starts at $51,695 and features a vast array of high-performance features, including Bilstein shocks, hill descent control, 33-inch Goodyear all-terrain tires, electronically locking front and rear axles, and an electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar.
• LIMITED – The top trim in the Ram 2500 lineup starts at $57,295 MSRP. It features the segment’s only RamBox Cargo Management System, as well as Remote Keyless Enter ‘n Go with Start/Stop Button, 2-inch alloy wheels, and an array of other premium features.

Cabin Design and Configurations

The 2017 Ram 2500 is offered with a range of different design configurations in order to meet your day-to-day utility and convenience needs:

• Cab Design – You’ll have your choice between a two-door Regular Cab that can seat up to three passengers in a single row, a four-door Crew Cab that can seat up to six passengers in two rows, and a unique “Mega Cab” crew cab design that gives rear seat passengers a tremendous amount of room to stretch out.
• Truck Bed Size – If you choose to go with the Regular Cab, you’ll get an 8-foot truck bed. The Crew Cab, too, comes with the 8-foot long bed, but you can also choose a 6-foot, 4-inch short bed. If you opt the larger Mega Cab design, the smaller bed size comes standard.

Handle Bigger Jobs With Ease in the 2017 Ram 2500

You can now find the 2017 Ram 2500 on sale at Peters Chevrolet Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat, located just 40 miles east of Tyler and 20 miles north of Kilgore at 4181 US 259 N in Longview, TX. Contact us online or give us a call at to set up a test drive of this powerhouse pickup.