2026 Ram 2500 Model Review | Kokomo, IN

When the worksite or your towing needs require more, count on the 2026 Ram 2500 to take on your most demanding challenges to get the job done. Bringing commanding power, brute capability, premium interior appointments, and the latest tech innovations to your daily endeavors, this heavy-duty pickup truck is as hardworking as you are. Learn more about the key features and specifications available for the 2026 Ram 2500 with this comprehensive model review created by the team at Button Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

Refer to our detailed trims guide and our engines and towing guide for in-depth explorations into the standard features and powertrain options for each Ram 2500 model.

Browse our new inventory to find the Ram 2500 trim near Bunker Hill, IN, that takes towing prowess to the next level. Schedule a test drive with your preferred model at our Ram dealership in Kokomo, IN, to get behind the wheel. We’re here to answer any of your questions — give us a call at (765) 457-1189 or contact us online.

2026 Ram 2500 Exterior Lineup

2026 Ram 2500 Interior Design

Take command of your day in the 2026 Ram 2500, welcoming you and your passengers with a spacious, comfortable cab interior. Choose from a range of seat upholstery options, including heavy-duty vinyl, cloth, leather, or ultra-premium leather. Available heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row outboard seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control provide enhanced year-round driving comfort. Keep tools organized and stow valuables safely with available second-row in-floor storage bins.

Available interior features include:

  • Power sunroof
  • Heavy-duty vinyl, cloth, leather, or ultra-premium leather seat upholstery
  • Eight-way power front seats with two-way power lumbar
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row outboard seats
  • Heated, luxury steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Memory settings for radio, driver’s seat, mirrors, and pedals
  • Locking lower glovebox
  • Automatic-dimming or digital rearview mirror
  • Second-row in-floor storage bins
  • Power-adjustable pedals
  • Real wood and aluminum interior accents

2026 Ram 2500 Engine Specs

Built to take on your more demanding hauling tasks, the 2026 Ram 2500 delivers relentless strength and proven durability wherever and whenever you need it. Select from two potent powertrain options, including the standard 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine that generates 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. The available high-output 6.7L Cummins® turbo diesel inline six-cylinder (I6) engine unleashes a formidable 1,075 pound-feet of torque. Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and offered in 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain configurations.

Muscle through your rugged towing needs with the 6.4L HEMI V8 engine and its 17,750-pound tow capacity and 3,930-pound payload rating. For more relentless hauling capability, the high-output 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel I6 delivers a colossal 20,000 pounds of towing strength when properly equipped with the Class IV receiver hitch, and a 3,600-pound payload capacity.

View accompanying engine specifications.

Engine6.4L HEMI V8High-output 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel I6
Horsepower405 HP430 HP
Torque429 lb.-ft.1,075 lb.-ft.
TransmissionEight-speed automaticEight-speed automatic
Drivetrain4x2 / 4x44x2 / 4x4
Max. Towing Capacity17,750 lbs.20,000 lbs.
Max. Payload Capacity3,930 lbs.3,600 lbs.

2026 Ram 2500 Safety & Technology Specs

Navigate your busy day confidently in the 2026 Ram 2500 knowing you and your crew are surrounded by a suite of advanced safety and driver-assistance features, including an available active lane management system, full-speed forward collision warning plus, and blind spot detection. Standard is the ParkView® rear backup camera, providing multi-angle views of your surroundings, as well as adaptive cruise control and full-speed forward collision warning plus. Available towing-focused features like trailer sway damping and trailer reverse steering control provide steady towing control.

Staying connected on the go is no problem with the available Uconnect® 5 Nav infotainment system with either a 12- or 14.4-inch touchscreen that pairs with your smartphone using Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. An available 17-speaker Harman Kardon® system audio system provides rich, immersive sound when listening to your favorite playlists.

Available safety features include:

  • Adaptive cruise control with stop
  • Full-speed forward collision warning plus
  • Active lane management system
  • Pedestrian/cyclist braking
  • ParkView rear backup camera
  • Surround vision camera system
  • Trailer sway damping
  • Trailer brake controller
  • Blind spot with tag-trailer and cross-path detection
  • ParkSense® front and rear park assist system
  • Trailer reverse steering control
  • Traffic sign recognition
  • Hill descent control
  • Drowsy driver detection
  • Security alarm
  • Sentry Key® theft-deterrent system

Available technology features include:

  • 3.5- or 12-in driver information center
  • 8.4-, 12-, or 14.4-in. infotainment touchscreen
  • Uconnect 5 or 5 Nav infotainment system
  • Four speakers, six speakers, seven premium speakers, nine Alpine® speakers, or 17 Harman Kardon speakers
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Amazon Alexa Built-in
  • HD Radio™
  • GPS navigation
  • Off-Road Info Pages
  • Trailer Tow Pages
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
  • Dual wireless charging pad
  • Exterior 115V AC power outlet
  • 115V auxiliary power outlets in front
  • Universal garage door opener
2026 Ram 2500 Interior Dash

2026 Ram 2500 Cargo Space & Seating Capacity

Designed for your hardworking style, the 2026 Ram 2500 is available in a range of cab and bed size options. Select the three-passenger regular cab or the more expansive six-passenger crew cab or Mega Cab® options, both offering reclining, flat-folding rear seats. Choose a 6-foot-4-inch bed with up to 57.5 cubic feet of space or an 8-foot bed with up to 74.7 cubic feet, each ready for whatever the day demands.

View accompanying cargo and seating specifications.

ConfigurationRegular cab and 8-ft. bedCrew cab and 6-ft.-4-in. bedCrew cab and 8-ft. bedMega Cab and 6-ft.-4-in. bed
Seating CapacityThreeFive or sixFive or sixFive or six
Headroom (Front/Rear)39.8 in. / -40.9 / 39.8 in.40.9 / 39.8 in.40.9 / 40.3 in.
Legroom (Front/Rear)40.9 in. / -40.9 / 40.2 in.40.9 / 40.2 in.40.9 / 43.1 in.
Bed Cargo Volume74.7 cu.-ft.57.5 cu.-ft.74.7 cu.-ft.57.5 cu.-ft.

2026 Ram 2500 Color Options Available

  • Bright White Clear-Coat
  • Ceramic Gray Clear-Coat
  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Molten Red Pearl-Coat
  • Forged Blue Metallic
  • Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat
  • Silver-Zynith
  • Flame Red Clear-Coat
  • Bright White Clear-Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Ceramic Gray Clear-Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Flame Red Clear-Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Forged Blue Metallic Metallic / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Molten Red Pearl-Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
  • Silver-Zynith / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat

2026 Ram 2500 Trim Levels

  • Tradesman® $46,855*
  • Big Horn® $50,605*
  • Black Express $53,068*
  • Warlock $56,400*
  • Laramie® $62,310*
  • Rebel® $69,755*
  • Power Wagon® $73,250*
  • Limited $74,320*
  • Limited Longhorn® $74,320*
*Starting MSRP

2025 Ram 2500 Review | Kokomo, IN

Power through your workday in the 2025 Ram 2500. Designed for heavy-duty towing and off-roading, this Ram truck elevates your capabilities beyond expectations. When equipped with the available high-output 6.7L Cummins® inline six-cylinder (I6) turbo diesel engine, you can tow up to 20,000 pounds with confidence. To explore the 2025 Ram 2500 further, read through this detailed review crafted by the team at Button Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. 

You can also learn more about the individual Ram 2500 trims by checking out our trims comparison. 

If you’d like to see the new Ram 2500 in person, you can stop by our Ram dealership in Kokomo, IN, to explore our inventory. Be sure to also take a look at our active lease offer to determine if it matches up with your budget. If you have any questions, we’re always happy to help when you call us at (765) 319-8991 or message us online. 

2025 Ram 2500 Interior Design & Cargo Space

The 2025 Ram 2500 cabin is built for comfort and functionality. An available eight-way power driver’s seat lets you find your ideal seating position, and it comes with available memory settings so you can quickly return your seat to your preferred position after someone else drives it. On chilly mornings, you and your passengers will enjoy the available heated front and rear outboard seats. On mid-summer days, the available ventilated front seats will also come in handy.

There are three cab options available for the 2025 Ram 2500, each designed to suit various needs. The standard regular cab can seat up to three passengers and is exclusively equipped with an 8-foot bed with 74.7 cubic feet of cargo space. If you need more space, the mega and crew cabs seat up to six passengers. The mega cab has an interior cargo volume of 66 cubic feet and is paired with a 6-foot, 4-inch bed. The crew cab has an interior cargo volume of up to 60.7 cubic feet and can be built with either the 8-foot or 6-foot, 4-inch bed. 

Available interior features include: 

  • Eight-way power driver’s seat with memory settings
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated rear outboard seats
  • Heavy-duty vinyl, cloth, premium Filigree leather, or ultra premium leather seat upholstery 
  • Second-row in-floor storage bins
  • Leather-wrapped grab handle and shift control
  • Luxury floor mats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power-adjustable pedals
  • Instrument panel LED ambient lighting
  • Dual-zone automatic temperature controls
  • Automatic-dimming rearview mirror
  • Remote start system
  • Fold-flat load floor storage

2025 Ram 2500 Engine & Tow Specs 

The 2025 Ram 2500 offers hefty performance capabilities whether you choose the standard V8 engine or the available I6 engine. The standard 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine achieves up to 405 horsepower and can tow up to 17,750 pounds. Meanwhile, the available high-output 6.7L Cummins I6 turbo diesel takes this performance further — it can achieve a whopping 1,075 pound-feet of torque and is able to tow up to 20,000 pounds. 

To help you reach maximized performance capabilities, you’ll also find three unique suspension options available — a standard heavy-duty suspension, a Rebel® suspension, and a Ram Articulink® suspension with raised ride height and Bilstein® performance-tuned shock absorbers that becomes standard on the Power Wagon® trim. 

For a more detailed look at the 2025 Ram 2500 performance and engine specs, head over to our engines and towing guide.

Engine specs are shown in the following table. 

6.4L HEMI V8

Engine

High-output 6.7L Cummins I6 turbo diesel

405 HP

Horsepower

430 HP

429 lb.-ft.

Torque

1,075 lb.-ft.

17,750 lbs.

Max. Towing Capacity

20,000 lbs.

3,940 lbs.

Max. Payload Capacity

2,750 lbs.

4x2 / 4x4

Drivetrain

4x2 / 4x4

Eight-speed automatic

Transmission

TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic 

2025 Ram 2500 Safety Options & Technology 

High-tech systems work to keep you safe and entertained in the 2025 Ram 2500. To make towing easier, turn to the available hill descent control and blind spot system with tag-trailer and cross-path detection. When driving on the highway, the standard adaptive cruise control helps you maintain a respectful distance from the vehicle in front of you. On select higher-level trims, you’ll find a 12-inch or 14.4-inch Uconnect® 5 Nav infotainment touchscreen set into the dash, which you can connect with using standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Stay up-to-date on real-world off-roading and towing information with the available Off-Road Info Pages and Trailer Tow Pages.

Available driver assistance and safety features include: 

  • Blind spot with tag-trailer and cross-path detection
  • Hill descent control
  • Automatic high-beam headlamp controls
  • ParkSense® front and rear park assist system
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop
  • Full-speed forward collision warning plus
  • ParkView® rear backup camera
  • Pedestrian/cyclist emergency braking
  • Security alarm
  • Sentry Key® theft deterrent system

Available technology features include: 

  • Four- or six-speaker sound system, nine-speaker Alpine® sound system, or 17-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system
  • 10.25-in. front passenger interactive display
  • Uconnect 5 with an 8.4-in. touchscreen or Uconnect 5 Nav with a 12- or 14.4-in. touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • GPS navigation
  • Off-Road Info Pages
  • Trailer Tow Pages
  • Amazon Alexa Built-in capability
  • HD Radio™
  • 3.5- or 12-in. color driver information cluster display
  • Dual wireless charging pad
  • 400W inverter with exterior and interior 115V AC outlets

2025 Ram 2500 Exterior Color Options

Monotone:

  • Bright White Clear Coat
  • Flame Red Clear Coat
  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
  • Forged Blue Metallic
  • Granite Crystal Metallic
  • Ceramic Grey Clear Coat

Two-tone:

  • Bright White Clear Coat/Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
  • Ceramic Grey Clear Coat/Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
  • Flame Red Clear Coat/Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
  • Forged Blue Metallic/Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
  • Granite Crystal Metallic/Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat

Low Volume:

  • Patriot Blue Pearl Coat
  • Agriculture Red
  • Black Clear Coat
  • Construction Yellow
  • Detonator Yellow Clear Coat
  • Holland Blue
  • Light Green
  • Midnight Blue Pearl Coat
  • National Safety Yellow
  • Omaha Orange
  • Republic Blue
  • School Bus Yellow
  • Timberline Green Pearl Coat
  • Utility Orange
  • Yellow

2025 Ram 2500 Trim Levels 

  • Tradesman® — $45,565
  • Big Horn® — $49,465
  • Laramie® — $61,795
  • Power Wagon® — $72,140
  • Rebel® — $68,940
  • Limited Longhorn® — $73,410
  • Limited — $73,460

2026 Ram 2500 2026 Ram 2500 for Sale in Kokomo, IN

Button CDJR is where you’ll find the 2026 Ram 2500 for sale — view our new inventory near Bunker Hill, IN, and discover the Ram 2500 model that brings dynamic performance to your everyday needs. Schedule a test drive of your preferred trim at our Ram dealership in Kokomo, IN. Questions? Call us at (765) 457-1189 or message us online.







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