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EPA Total Interior | 125.3 cu.ft. | ||
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Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 41.0 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.0 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 237.4 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 66.0 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 17210 lbs. | ||
Turning Diameter | 43.9 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 149.5 inches | ||
Truck Bed Volume | 58 cu.ft. | ||
Bed Length | 6.33 feet | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 10000 lbs. | ||
Payload Capacity | 2370 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 79.1 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available |
Drivetrain | 4WD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Diesel | ||
Hill Descent Control | Available | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L |
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Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Along with its impressive towing, payload and passenger capabilities, the 2018 Ram HD pickup line offers some of the most luxurious and comfortable cabins ever put in a truck. Of course, there are models for those who need their truck to take a beating, too.
If best-in-class resale and reliability ratings are a concern, you may have a hard time leaving the Ford or Chevy camp for Ram. If you’re seeking a diesel truck but don’t need the size or price of a heavy-duty pickup, a Ford F-150 or Nissan Titan XD makes a better option.
![]() Used 2018 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Limited Pickup 4D 6 1/3 ft | ![]() New 2026 Ford Ranger SuperCrew | ![]() New 2026 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab | ![]() Used 2023 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab | ||
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| Price | $37,800 | $35,245 | $35,295 | $33,800 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.6 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.1 | |
| Fuel Economy | N/A | City 21/Hwy 25/Comb 23 MPG | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 18/Hwy 22/Comb 20 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | $58,743 | $62,334 | N/A | |
| Safety Rating | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | N/A | 270 @ 5500 RPM | 310 @ 6400 RPM | 278 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD |