The Ram 2500 Laramie comes equipped with the Cummins 6.7-liter inline 6-cylinder diesel engine, offering 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque, showcasing considerable improvements over the previous year's engine.
The diesel engine is now paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, providing smoother gear shifts and reduced harshness and vibrations, while achieving a fuel efficiency of up to 17.6 MPG on highways and 16.1 MPG in the city.
Driving the Ram 2500 Laramie is surprisingly manageable with light and powerful power steering, improved throttle response, and a smooth transmission operation.
The truck features a 14.5-inch portrait-oriented infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, but may experience occasional slow system responses.
Seating in the Ram 2500 is spacious and comfortable, suitable for adult passengers, along with heated and ventilated options to counterbalance the stiff ride quality over rough roads.
The truck offers a maximum towing capacity of 19,770 pounds and a max payload rating of 2,260 pounds, with options like auto-leveling rear suspension to improve stability when hauling heavy loads.
Safety features include blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and park-assist systems to enhance overall safety during driving.
The Ram 2500 Laramie Sport Crew Cab 4x4 with the Cummins diesel engine is priced at $84,545, offering a balance of power and efficiency, while the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine variant starts at $64,430.
Choosing the Cummins diesel engine adds approximately $12,595 to the overall price, providing enhanced performance and towing capabilities in the 2025 model year Ram 2500.