2019 Ram 2500 Review and First Drive - Better Than Ever? | Edmunds
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- Edmunds editor Travis Langness takes the new 2019 Ram 2500 out to see just what this rig has to offer. It has a fresh design, a high-tech user interface, and the latest advanced safety equipment.
Deep down, we know that's not what it's all about. All of the luxury trimmings on a heavy-duty rig are rendered useless if the truck can't perform where it counts: towing and hauling. And guess what? The new Ram 2500 shines in those categories, too.
When the 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 go on sale, you'll have your choice of six trim levels - Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Power Wagon, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn and Limited. You can expect quite a range when it comes to pricing. The 2500 Tradesman work truck starts at $35,090, including destination, while the top-of-the-line 3500 Limited with the high-output Cummins diesel stretches above $80,000.
Q: What's under the hood?
A: The 2019 Ram 2500 is available with two powertrains: a 6.4-liter V8 connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a 6.7-liter six-cylinder turbodiesel connected to a six-speed automatic.
Q: How much power does it have?
A: The standard 6.4-liter engine makes 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. The optional 6.7-liter turbodiesel makes 370 hp and a mere 850 lb-ft of torque.
Q: What's the maximum payload?
A: With the standard V8, the max payload is 4,050 pounds. With the optional six-cylinder diesel, that number drops to 3,260 pounds.
Q: How much can it tow?
A: The Ram 2500 with the 6.4-liter V8 can tow as much as 17,580 pounds. With the 6.7-liter diesel engine, that number goes up to 19,780 pounds.
Read our First Drive about the 2019 Ram 2500 here: www.edmunds.com/ram/2500/2019/
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Ram is without a doubt the best truck on the road now, period.
Hats off
EVIL Co. that’s why their bigger picks of shit
*They're *Piece
This is the best looking truck on the market.
Ya as far as the HD trucks go I agree
Much Agreed! And I own a 19 f250 Lariat diesel.
I sat in one at the Auto show and I was very impressed.
Especially with the 2020 F250 and Chevy 2500 with homely front end. RAM's interior continues to set the bar on both design and quality -- they've come a long way in a short time. Looks like the Fiat purchase was a really good move.
Totally agree @good life
I drive a 2017 ram diesel and get 20 mpg on the highway, which is primarily how I use it. Great truck, love the new one too.
What a beautiful truck. Good to see Ram stepping up their game.
Reminds me of what Dodge did in 1994 with the all new Ram body style and interior. A home run hit out of the ballpark then and looks like one now again finally!! This is one sexy truck!
martin joseph
No, the Ram isn’t a gay toyletota, or Nissan.
The Ram is an actual truck.
ignore him, he probably drives a ford.
You can fit an 18pack in the middle console
Ok, I watch a lot of vehicles reviews. I want to say how much I appreciate the quality of your review. It’s not a “fast lane truck” review that goes into greater depth and testing, However your camera shots, your explanation of the trucks stats and how it stacks up is excellent. It is a very good into to the truck.
Nice review. I bought a new 2019 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Laramie 4x4 Cummins late last year and I absolutely love it! Gets me to work Monday through Friday and then plays hard on the weekends. I am proud to own one.
ram is kicking ass and taking names ram is taking over the world one truck at a time😎😎
@Stryker HP i don't blame u.
@Stryker HP always remember if u take care of your vehicle it will take care of your
GMC way better.
Zach Carpenter I used to be a General Motors fan. Don’t get me wrong. But when gm and Ford mechanics tell me they bought the dodge or ram instead. That speaks loudly. So I bought a 2001. It still on the road today a little rough around the edges. And the kicker is I see ten of the rams from that body style for every one of the gm or fords of the same period. That’s enough proof for me. When something is made well it always stands the test of time. 18 years and still goin strong.
Zach Carpenter They can’t tow as much and they aren’t nearly as nice.
Can't wait to be able to test out one of those beasts.
Absolutely beautiful truck ❤️
I have a 2017 Ram 3500 SRW. 6.7 Cummins and absolutely love it, has auto air levelling when hooked up to a trailer, then auto lowering if you need it, I get 29 mpg on the highway empty, and 14 mpg in the country pulling our 5th wheel. 13500 LBS.
Next Motor Trend truck of the year calling it now
Damn, that interior looks great.
The panoramic sunroof from the half-ton didn't carry over. Despite the claim its the same cab?
@@krane15 its just a face lift not an "all-new"
out of this world beauty
I wasn't into getting a truck until I took a look at this at the auto show.
Its a beast!
Ram nailed it, everything is perfect. They have an amazing $289/mo lease, too. I've never owned a pickup, but this is the one to beat, I'm seriously considering it...
I have a 2500 ram 2016 with the Cummins diesel engine and I love it! I'm looking to upgrade and this new one is really nice! great review video! One thing I actually really like about the 2016 was that the center consul folds up to become a seat in the middle. although I wouldn't use it as a seat, on long trips to my ranch, my girl could lay down on the front stretched out and so was super comfortable. Not sure how that can happen now... will the third middle seat still be an option? I loooooove this truck... best mileage and cargo capacity of any that I've used! -The 360 camera is suuuuper useful for the new version as this truck is huge!
i’ve seen in the 2019 ram 2500 owners manual where you can do stationary parked regen to clear the dpf out when short daily driving.
K bomb test drive one yesterday, and that is correct , you can park and regen
Is the long horn trim of this prefect RAM, not as good ?
How’s the handling and ride quality compared to the 1500?
I have a 2017 and love it
I bought the 2018 3500 model with the sports package because it, still looks like a RAM. These new trucks, all look alike. You can't tell from a short distance whether it's a Ford, Chevy, Gmc, or Ram. They look too similar on the outside. This is my 4th Ram, and I love it.
Your eyes for a truck must not be that good because i can certainly tell the difference. If you're a true enthusiast you'll find little things to tell the difference between all of the trucks.
I have a 2014 ram 3500 longhorn and its a nice ride I would love to try the 2019 rams 2500 and 3500 out some time in the near future
This sounds a lot like a fan Boy just reading the brochure, thanks for the in-depth impartial
Does anyone know what it gets for mpg?
Hopefully Ram takes their great design to the next level with a 4500 series and beyond.
Meaning that particular pickup truck will look even more like a rig
They’re already offering the full on Laramie limited packages and other customizable packages for the chassis cab 45/5500 models.
@@GP9railfan that's wuzup!
@@GP9railfan I'm just now finding out not too long ago that their former brand Dodge used to make a Class 8 tractor. She was quite a beauty.
Now if Ram made a larger pickup look similar to that tractor (per se a 6500+) it will be amazing.
4500 and 5500, The New 5500 is the Best in Class in GVW, towing, Payload.
I can't wait to buy one..
martin joseph not you again
I’m really sad cause I just realized I forgot to add the Premium lighting group to my truck 😭😭
The frame doesn't have tire blocker like in the 1500?
God I love these new rams I've always had fords but I think I'm going to invest in one to haul my bikes while tow my razor and the ram finally a Cummins with 1000 ft pounds of torque 400 Horsepower and in my option best in class interior and towing I think I'll take one ☝️
Awesome trucks. I went with the tradesman bc I don’t need the creature comforts, and I love it. Tons of torque and will pull a freight train.
What is the difference between the 2500 and the 3500?
My dream truck
what is the tow rating for this truck?
Flatten the back seat and you got a bed
battycowboy quad cab, crew cab, mega cab, then sleeper cab. They still got another 12” before the wheel well, I say do it Ram!
I drive a big rig and trust me this is bigger some boxes I had to sleep in
battycowboy well yeah I was kinda being a bit over the top there but I still think it would be cool to design and market the interior in such a way that something like that is comfortable. Would be neat to have the front seats fold flat with extensions to make it nearly flat all the way through.
"Clanky diesel noise?" Haven't had a clanky diesel noise in any of the newer trucks in quite awhile. At least get a diesel guy to review these trucks.
Don't be emember thd 12 valve being ..... clanky. Rattle like a diesel to me.
agree. he reviewed this truck like it was a camry.
He referred to it as a car. 🤥
Of all the nerve.
@@fasttoyo Guess you haven't yet seen some of the girly-man truck reviews?
Not sure I like the amber turn signal bulbs in the rear taillights. Doesn’t seem right for a full-size truck. Otherwise very nice rig!
It is use a manual transmission?
I've been a Dodge owner since 1997.
I test drove a 2019 Longhorn recently.
Nothing compares to this new version.
Inside was comparable to a luxury suite at Trump Tower.
One could live in this vehicle is that nice..
Going into May 2019 now and still no 2019 2500 HD available in Canada !!! Sad, Sad, Sad !!!
Ram Cummins the best out there!!
I sat in the back seat of a 2019 1500 at work last summer, and I feel like it had more room than the old mega cab, so I can't imagine how much space is in the new mega cab.
Am pretty sure the cabs are the same as last generation truck but everything else got upgraded.
Do you mean Quad cab? The Mega Cab is Bigger than a Crew Cab.
Kyle Stan yes I meant crew cab.
Can’t wait till a sport option is available for this truck 🤙🏻
Lino Vasquez check black truck that is the option
Nice truck 😙
I would love to have adaptive cruise control
Que venha logo ao Brasil!!!🇧🇷👍
I was going for the new Lexus RX 350 but thought I'd pivot and do trucks this year. This is not to far off being a "Lexus" type interior. Wife loves the limited. But I will definitely wait for the teething issues to be addressed before I buy.
Just bought a 2019 Laramie dually. Damn, its a nice truck. I love my 2004 dually as it's done up with LOTS of hp and torque but the new one is just soooooo smooth. Getting rid of the EGR and DPF right away and it'll be even better.
What happens to the vehicle if you don't get rid of the EGR and DPF? I am planning on purchasing a 2019 Laramie 2500 Diesel. Thanks in advance.
@@HighRollaaaaaaaaaaaa It's happening as we speak.
B G nice but what happens to the truck if you do not get rid of the EGR and DPF?
@@BG-bd5ye How crazy I just watched the video of your Trucks deletes getting done! I wish I had him locally to do mine! How does she feel?
@@HighRollaaaaaaaaaaaa I don't know yet unfortunately. I haven't been able to pick it up. I'm flying out there on the 13th to get it. I won't be able to post a video about it tho as I have to go right back to work. I'm hoping the weather cooperates and I'll be able to do one. I'm sure it's going to be amazing.
Going to order my tradesman in custom brown and 4.10 gears of the mountains.
I keep waiting for someone to say you can cook with your slow cooker on the way home for the holidays as a joke. I’ve done that though :)
echutch done it in my 2012!
My 13 Longhorn has a 150 watt socket,,,,,, yes it runs a crockpot
i want a 2019 ram 2500 6.7l cummins, i don’t know much about diesel, how would this truck do as a daily driver/short trip truck, (no deletes) no towing or hauling, 6 miles to work and 6 miles back home? a grocery getter. long trip once a year. i just want a big truck, i like the sound of the 6.7l cummins diesel.
Sure, if you want it by all means get it and enjoy. However, know that almost every aspect of it is made for towing and hauling and working. It's like using a chainsaw to cut your steak. Yes it will do it, but there are better choices.
With so much attention to detail and technology its funny that they stopped at the steering wheel. Both Ford and GM have electric tilt/telescoping steering wheels.
So still no 2WD LOW?
Having a 14' limited I bought new and now looking to trade for the 19' I'm a bit disappointed that the larger sunroof that is available in the 1500 is not available in 2500 or the 3500. Ill also say that the back seat did a major downgrade in comparison to the older model as far as comfort goes. With that in mind I'm on the fence about buying now or waiting to see if the 2020 offers the sunroof at least. I will also say while a die hard Dodge fan, Fords massaging seat is pretty darn nice so it would be cool to see that option in these trucks.
Nice review of a well engineered and designed truck. RAM has done a great job on this one, amd just because they use the older body/bed, it still is a great truck. 2020 will change all that, as the HD's will be manufactured in Detroit.
wayne owen the 5th gen will be 2022. And now there is talk production will stay in Mexico. The new plant in Warren Michigan is now allocated for the full-size SUV Jeep. Maybe the Grand Wagoneer. Not confirmed yet. Either way, the 5th gen heavy-duty Ram will be in 2022.
@@55afishead Thanks for correcting me!
martin joseph how mad are you they ram has a better truck then furd
Nice, but I still am scared to get one. Every Ram I see that is more than a few years old has the body rusting out. Dodge has been know to have been using the cheapest recycled steel in.the industry. Are these trucks any different?
Does anyone know why RAM opts to use the current year as the model year for their pickups as opposed to Ford, GMC and Chevrolet which use the year after as the model year i.e. a 2019 RAM 2500 HD vs a 2020 Ford F250 Super Duty despite the fact that they're being produced and sold in the same calendar year?
They don't they just didn't get it released at the end of 18. The 1500 was sold in 18 as a 19.
@@Jeremy-lu3nx So they're late in releasing it is what you're saying?
The best truck for cool men!
When do they go for sale??
WantSome Mor late March or early april
I'm torn between this and the GMC. Leaning more towards the Ram though.
Well i like more the last generation and the front.
Looks good on the outside, the interior looks great as well. But the price is what scares me. How am I supposed to do work if I've got all this fancy stuff on it.
You do realise, that they offer lower trims for the 2500.
With the right mind set u can get this with all the bells and whistles
@@mrluis9456 This. Just get the base model. Although even that isn't you father's pickup. Not even sure if they still offer crank windows?
Luis Cabrera oh ofc they offer lower trims but then you get a ugly looking truck. Why can't I just have all the electronic stuff from the interior ripped out and keep the outside as is.....
@@Bru946 How many different trim models does this truck offer? You'd have to really stretch it in order to complain that you can't get the truck that you want. Yes, there are a few that still want manual transmissions. And perhaps somewhere on Earth, even a few that may still covet the crank starter.
Please include the Payload as equipped. No reviews never do, and it is make or break for most that use a truck as a truck.
Yes the high level trims on the 2500 have terrible payload. You get about 2500 lbs of payload in the mid-level trims and a little more in the Tradesman...for 4x4 diesel crew cabs, which I assume is how most trucks are these days.
I could fold the rear seats in the megacab and sleep there. Who needs a house when you have a megacab!
When is RAM going to finally release a RCSB 1500? I don't want to pilot a cruise ship daily.. 😖
0ttoman I heard production will start later this year, but that was before Ram decided to keep producing the old truck in the factory that was supposed to switch over. So not sure at this point what will be happening.
wouldnt count on one. those models represent a tiny fraction of trucks sold, most who want a RC want a long bed to use as a work truck, and most who want a SB want a crew cab since they likely have families and dont need to haul a ton of stuff in the bed. I'd guess ram sold less last gen RCSB 1500 than they did last gen manual 2500/3500 trucks, and they got rid of the manuals, so...
RCLB in tradesman for fleets gotta be option too
Around June this year is what I've been seeing
The Ram Rebel 2019 has new updated TAIL GATE with a lot of multiple functions, you can do traditional way or you can do like Barn Door to open.
This 2500 Ram 2019 it seems like they don't incorporate the new tail gate!?
Check the episode of The Fast Lane Truck:Tailgate Wars!
tengcanete22 Correct - the Ram HDs don’t have the split tail gate.
Silliest thing I've ever seen. Never in all my years have I needed something like that.
im shure they will in the near future im shure they probably working on a heavier duty version for the heavy duty trucks
I have been a Dodge Ram owner since 95. I bought 7 of those trucks. The most recent one was bought in July 2018. At 15,000 miles the back left tire was wearing terribly uneven compared to the rest of the tires. I took it to the dealer and they were no help. Told me to go to a Firestone dealer. I went to 2 Firestone dealers and got the same message..... the dealer will have to warranty this. I contacted Dodge directly and they said......."we don't warranty tires, here is firestone's number, at this time we will be closing this case". I said at this time I will be trading in my 2500 Tradesman and buying a Chevy. I will never again buy from Dodge if that's how they treated me after being brand loyal since 1995 and never bothering them about a single issue. Beware of Firestone tires and Dodge's customer service folks.
T Bone 12v Cummins!
huh @@oasissands8584
T Bone just saying that you can't beat the old one
Yep. My 2006 Ram was a beast. Never had a problem till it went down at 400,000 miles. This 2018...not so much.@@oasissands8584
This sure is a great looking pickup!!
Does it have a teliscopic steering wheel like 1500?
No. Only hieght adjustable. But paddles are adjustable.
@@AnsrMax ugh disappointing my 6ft 3 long legged self needs that. Gues its 1500 for me then
How can he say it's "brand new from the ground up"? It's re-using the cab and bed sides from the previous generation of Ram. In terms of exterior appearance, only the front clip and badging are brand new.
In my opinion these look way better than the f-250 and a tie with the Chevy 2500. I have a 2015 Silverado 1500 6’ bed 4x4 5.3 double cab and it seems ok. I like the tow package but the front end is too low to the ground for a truck. I have engine problems now at 50,000. I bought it with 26,000 1 year ago. Lots of people are saying they have the same problems. Poor acceleration, shuttering, jerking, hesitating and shaking at highway speeds. GM has no fix for it. They say that it’s poor fuel and carbon/gunk buildup in the top end but none of this should happen until 200,000 or something not at low miles.
*Public Service Announcement:* The Limited is one of two top trim levels. The Laramie Longhorn has everything the Limited has (arguably more with the seat filigree and stamped accents).
GTOAviator Limited is top trim, just like the Super Duty
@@390nm The Limited is the "Tuxedo" edition top trim. The Laramie Longhorn is the "Rich Rancher" edition top trim.
Both beautiful trucks, both different looks.
Wish they had an Auto 4wd feature on it.
I don’t know why im watching this, can’t afford it lol.
Join the club
I got my mind set on this thing it’ll take me a year or two till I get it but at least tuning Will be out by then
Totally. But I sure as heck want it. 😂
In my opinion it looks better than the new GM HD’s but I feel like I still see too much resemblance from the previous model for instance from the exterior this could really just be an updated version not all new
The exterior is basically the same. The cab and bed remained the same. They only changed the front end and the tail lights which is a big disappointment
Many Commercial transport drivers use mega cabs as sleeper berths with the extra room
That touch screen should be in the durango
Definitely a nice looking rig. I’m still waiting for specs and reviews on Ford and Chevy’s gas motors though. I think those might really upset the diesel marketplace in terms of desirability.
Alan Bowers fuck gas trucks
All those features and no telescope wheel.
This is a really good looking truck. I’m not a Ram guy either. The column shifter looks super goofy though. It’s way too long and sticks out like a sore thumb.
Just not sure about the only chrome front
10dB is a 10x reduction in noise. 3dB decrease is 1/2 the level. 10dB reduction is HUGE...
"....the top-of-the-line 3500 Limited with the high-output Cummins diesel stretches *above* $80,000."
Yeah no thanks...
Does this come with death wobble?
cummings power your name is spelt wrong it’s Cummins not Cummings
@@noahranker4133 yeah i had to put a g on it because another user had it
What does “monolithic” mean?
All one piece
They need to bring back the eco diesel
It's coming in the 2020 model year
I own a 11 ram. Love the ram but! Their standard bed is the shortest bed of all full size trucks!! And yes it makes a difference. That alone is why i would not buy that truck again!! That being said not gonna sell it to get something different. They did miss the chance to go with a 8 or 10 spd auto. Also why do they still offer two power outputs. Other than that its a great looking truck with awesome interior.
He said or you can fit you and your passenger in the back yeah we all thought it and we all know why you are gonna need that mega cab 😂
I keep hearing how much the 3500 can tow and haul but never with the 2500, yes we know that it can tow 35,000 lbs or something like that but can the 2500 tow 35,000 lbs I'm looking on getting one but I don''t need a 3500 duelly.
2500 will be up to 19k pound range depending on which model
@@clamtj Great and what about the payloads?
George GodMan upmto 4000 on the 2500 and like 8000 on the 3500
@@noahranker4133 Thank you, I should have waited before I got my 2017 2500, I will get one.
Just make sure to check your pin weight requirements if you're towing heavy 5th wheel or gooseneck. The main difference between the 2500 and 3500 is for people with heavy 5th wheel trailers that have 3000 pounds or more of pin weight.
Luis ck is reviewing trucks?
Louie's baby bro, Huey. I ain't mad; ginger cub could get it.
Did he just sayClanky diesel noise? Isn't that why we buy these trucks?? Lol any car guy wants to hear that whistle and clanky sound! Am I wrong?
I really wanted to get a Diesel but now they have made all of the new Diesels so quiet that you can barely tell it's a Diesel. There was a new powerstroke parked next to me at a stop light and I always roll my windows down to hear a Diesel truck and It was so quiet that I couldn't hear nothing almost like a gas engine.
@@windanthonystream it's like they don't understand their customers at all!
@Sir Johnny I hear ya! But you just said it! The sound of your old Cummins was the best sounding truck you've owned! I love the sound of the 6.0 powerstrokes!! I have a 07 6.7 Cummins all stock and I love the sound of it!
If I wanted something quiet, I’d buy a Prius. But I’d really like to see a diesel guy get behind the wheel of that thing. Sounded like a telemarketer on a car ride.
717 flyer if you delete the EGR and the DPF it’ll sound, smell, and run like a classic diesel. You can double the horsepower easy.
"Clanky diesel noise" said as if that's not what a diesel truck is supposed to sound like
It looks awesome. As far as reliability we'll have to wait and see. I have heard about some problems with the 1500. I know that Cummins straight 6 will be indestructible though. Theres a reason the big rigs use straight 6 engines.
People are talking about ram being unreliable. But they don't mention what is unreliable about it.
these are the haters thats just stuck on stupid
@Sir Johnny exactly every manufacturer make so many good and bad trucks. but some people are brand loyal
@Sir Johnny the more emissions garbage on these newer diesel engines the more un reliable they are alk brands
@@bigbossman5969 agreed I sucked up and bought a 2013 2500 and I've got over $23,000 in repairs in it. I didn't realize it was a change over a year when I bought it and I will never buy the first year of any power plant ever again.
@@TheStax5150 thats understandble the first year of a vehicle is always going to have a bunch of problems
You sure about those payload numbers pal?
no new guys. it has older 4th gen RAM Cab. which is 4 inches smaller
You don't need to get a Hotel room driving this thing across country. @4:13 O_O
My dream truck for 2021. Lol But being a Toyota fan I'm waiting in suffering as I'm dreaming of a Toyota Tundra complete overhaul in 2021. I can wait couple years before deciding on a $60k+ truck. Hopefully Toyota will incorporate diff locks, some of the tech from the Land cruiser, does a nice interior along with 30mpg and we will have a winner.
Nothing impressive is it? Just catching up to the competition.
Wait till 2022, that's when the ALL-NEW RAM Heavy Duty will be released.
@@WeatherxCalipha
Damn, a double whammy against Toyota. To say they have headwinds ahead is a major understatement. More like hurricane. IF Toyota gets it's act together and comes out swinging heavy there will only be two vehicles standing in 2022. Toyota & Ram even with Toyota showing their hand a year early. On the other hand if they do half measure they might as well sell stone wheels with hat new truck because that's what will be dragging around for the next 10 years. This is a fight Toyota can't come to 60lbs overweight.
Ram trimmed 60#'s off the engine and other areas. Ford went on a diet. So for all of Toyota technological know how that's not enough they have to be "fit".
Go Toyota 2021.
See I'm waiting for Toyota to take us back to the 7/8 truck. The one that can still pull anything but doesn't have to make 4 point turns in day to day driving.
Doesn’t matter how good or bad the “new” Toyota’s are the Yuppies and Snowflakes will still buy them sending their money to Japan.
@@bigjimflying7195
Toyota trucks are made in Texas. Employee American workers and use U.S. Steel and pay US taxes. I believe though the frame is from Mexico.
Cheers.