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2022 Ram 3500 review

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Pros

  • Massive towing capability
  • Comfortable and quiet cabin
  • Intuitive infotainment system

Cons

  • Diesel can be noisy
  • Can be challenging to park
  • Diesel powertrain is expensive

Mileage (EPA estimate)

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Pricing for current inventory

From $60,998*

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The 2022 Ram 3500 brings extreme towing and cargo-carrying capabilities to the heavy-duty truck market

The Ram 3500 is one of the most capable pickup trucks on the market. This current generation was introduced in 2019, and for 2022 the big truck carries the same look but adds a new 360-degree surround-view camera feature and a new Uconnect5® infotainment system. Ram offers the 3500 in multiple configurations, including regular cab, crew cab, and for those who need extra space, there's the Mega Cab. All are available in two- or four-wheel drive, and the Ram 3500 can be ordered with dual rear wheels. When it comes to towing or hauling, the Ram 3500 is tough to beat. The heavy-duty Ram can tow up to 37,090 pounds when equipped with the high-output Cummins turbo diesel engine or haul 7,680 pounds with the V8 powertrain.Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. Trim levels range from the basic Tradesman to the lavish Limited with an interior that rivals some luxury vehicles. The one-ton truck market has few competitors: The Ram 3500 competes against the F-350 Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500.

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What is new for the 2022 Ram 3500?

  • 3500 trims have been upgraded with Leather & Suede Seats and Manual Transmission as standard equipment this year.
  • The Laramie trim now comes with Vinyl Seats as standard equipment.
  • The SLT trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
  • The Limited trim now comes with Vinyl Seats as standard equipment.
  • The Bighorn trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
  • The Lonestar trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.

2022 Ram 3500 trims

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Tradesman:

  • 410-hp, 429-lb-ft of torque 6.4L
  • 6.7L
  • 360-hp, 800-lb-ft of torque 6.7L
  • Side Airbags
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Cruise Control
  • Vinyl Seats
  • Traction Control
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key
  • Automatic Transmission
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SLT:

  • Includes all features available on the Tradesman
  • Cloth Seats
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Bighorn:

Lonestar:

  • Includes all features available on the Bighorn
  • No significant upgrades found on the Lonestar

Laramie:

  • Includes all features available on the Lonestar
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Remote Start
  • Android Auto
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Longhorn:

Limited:

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What We Like

Towing: With the gas-powered V8 or Cummins diesel under the hood, the Ram 3500 is an ideal platform for towing or hauling very large loads, with more capability than most consumers will ever need. In addition to being able to pull more than 37,000 pounds (like towing five fully loaded F-150s), the Ram 3500 comes with a range of towing aids like the trailer-reverse guidance camera, trailer 360-view bird's-eye view camera, blind-spot warning with trailer coverage, and an auto-leveling rear air suspension.

Infotainment: Depending on the trim level, the Ram 3500 can be equipped with the latest Ram infotainment system, called Uconnect5. It is four times faster than the previous version and is one of the most intuitive infotainment systems available. Buyers can also look for the large 12-inch configurable display, the largest in the class.

Interior: Ram offers one of the largest and most comfortable interiors in the heavy-duty truck category with a clean, intuitive design. The optional Mega Cab features rear legroom on par with the largest luxury vehicles, and top-level trims are well-appointed with natural wood and leather trim throughout. The cab has considerable storage with a multi-level center console that can handle a 15-inch laptop.

What Needs Improvement

City Driving: The Ram 3500 one-ton pickup is large by design, but its size can make it difficult to maneuver around town. With the dual-rear-wheel option, the big truck is 8 feet wide, which means parking can be a challenge in typical parking spaces. Drivers need to be aware of their surroundings to keep from scraping in narrow situations.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

3.7 out of 5

3 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Ram 3500 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ram 3500 15th out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks.

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Ram 3500 features and specs

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Tradesman 2WD 2D Regular Cab

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Tow Hitch
  • Traction Control
  • Vinyl Seats

Optional Features

  • Alloy Wheels
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Bed Cover
  • Bed Liner
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cloth Seats
  • Dual Rear Wheels
  • Fifth Wheel Tow Hitch
  • Gooseneck Tow Hitch
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Long Bed
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • RamBox
  • Rear Defroster
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

6.4L

Horsepower

410

Torque (ft-lbs)

429

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

32

Wheelbase

140"

Overall length

232"

Width

79.4"

Height

77.8"

Leg room

F 40.9"

Head room

F 39.8"

Front tires

LT275/70SR18

Rear tires

LT275/70SR18

Seating capacity

3

Max towing capacity

1497/14970 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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