Performance
There are three engines you can choose from when you purchase a Ram 2500. The first engine is a 6.4-liter V8 that can generate up to 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. The second engine is a 6.7-liter Cummins diesel that can generate 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. The third engine is another version of the 6.7-liter Cummins diesel, which can generate 400 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque. These engines come paired with either a six-speed automatic transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The towing capacity of the Ram 2500 tips the scales at 19,010 pounds and can carry a max payload of 2,380 pounds. The various engines can cause these numbers to vary slightly. Depending on the engine, the max towing can be 14,370 pounds, and the payload increases to 3,240 pounds.
These engines are incredibly efficient and will reward you with better fuel economy. These numbers vary due to the combinations of engines and transmissions. The all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive capabilities also play a role in the fuel economy. Drivers can expect to get 16 mpg around Bessemer, AL and slightly better gas mileage on the highways around Northport, AL.
Safety
The safety features included in the Ram 2500 include:
- Forward-collision warning
- Automated emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear-cross traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control
The forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking feature work in unison due to the help of sensors on the front of the Ram 2500. These sensors can detect objects in front of the vehicle, and when an object is detected, a signal gets sent to the internal computer. The computer processes that signal, and the computer triggers the automated emergency brakes before applying the brakes.
The blind-spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert features use sensors on the rear of the Ram 2500 as well as a camera. The blind-spot monitoring feature uses sensors to identify when an object/vehicle is in your blind spot, and those sensors send a signal to the internal computer. The computer then alerts you of the object that is in your blind-spot. The rear-cross traffic alert uses sensors and a camera to notify you of potential objects and give you a visual of them.
The adaptive cruise control feature uses the sensors in the front of the Ram 2500 to detect other vehicles in front of you. When you are in cruise control, the sensors will detect any vehicles in front of you and alert the internal computer of them. The computer will then set your cruising speed to a speed that will keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Technology
The technology features in the Ram 2500 include an eight-inch touchscreen and some trims offer a 12-inch touchscreen. A Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, five USB ports are also included. The technology included in the Ram 2500 combines luxury with the ruggedness portrayed by trucks.
Trim Levels
The Ram 2500 has six different trim levels, each of which has its own unique set of features. The six trims are:
- Ram 2500 Tradesman
- Ram 2500 Big Horn
- Ram 2500 Power Wagon
- Ram 2500 Laramie
- Ram 2500 Laramie Longhorn Edition
- Ram 2500 Limited
The features on each trim are tailored for different individuals, and each trim comes priced differently to fit different budgets. When you purchase a Ram 2500, you should look at the features and the price of the vehicle, and you should choose the trim that best fits your needs.
If you need a new truck or are looking to switch your vehicle to a truck, then you should contact Tuscaloosa Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram about a Ram 2500. We will make sure you get to take a test drive around Tuscaloosa. Also, if you enjoy your test drive and would like to lease or purchase a Ram 2500, we can sit down with you and discuss potential financing options.