2011 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2011 Ram 2500 is the addition of the luxury-focused Laramie Longhorn Edition at the top of the lineup. This is not a redesign, but the year also brings a broader trim range and useful towing updates.
About the 2011 Ram 2500
4th-generation Ram Heavy Duty, second model year after the 2010 heavy-duty redesign and before the 2013 refresh.
Ram pitched the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup that could work hard without feeling stripped down. Its core appeal was big towing and hauling capability, a choice of HEMI V8 or Cummins diesel power, and a cabin that was more comfortable and feature-rich than many work trucks of the time. The model range also stretched unusually far, from a simple ST work truck to the off-road Powerwagon and the luxury-focused Laramie Longhorn.
The 2011 Ram 2500 spans basic work trucks, everyday heavy-duty pickups, an upscale Laramie, and two specialized models. The Powerwagon has locking differentials, a front winch, and raised off-road suspension, while the Laramie Longhorn Edition adds Western-style leather, heated and ventilated front seats, navigation, and a backup camera.
What changed, by category
2011 Ram 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl 6.7L / V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl 6.7L / V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / 6-Cyl, Trbo Dsl, 6.7 | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl 6.7L / V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / 6-Cyl, Trbo Dsl, 6.7L | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl 6.7L / V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas | Diesel / Gas |
| Horsepower | 350–383 hp | 350–383 hp | 350–383 hp | 383 hp | 350–383 hp |
| Torque | 400–650 lb-ft | 400–650 lb-ft | 400–650 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 400–650 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 14650–15050 lb | 14300–14900 lb | 14200–14500 lb | 10100 lb | 14150–14450 lb |
| Seats | 3–6 | 3–6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Cruise Control | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Side Steps | |||||
| Tow Hooks | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual Power Lumbar Support Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Memory Pedals | |||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2011 Ram 2500 redesigned?
No. The 2011 Ram 2500 carries on the fourth-generation design introduced for 2010, with trim and towing-focused updates rather than a full overhaul.
What is the biggest change to the 2011 Ram 2500?
The biggest change is the new Laramie Longhorn Edition. It sits above Laramie with Western-style leather, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, navigation, a backup camera, and remote start.
How is the 2011 Ram 2500 different from the 2010 model?
The 2011 Ram 2500 adds ST, SLT, Powerwagon, Laramie, and Laramie Longhorn Edition trims, plus a towing-information display and higher towing ratings in some configurations. The underlying fourth-generation truck remains largely unchanged.
What towing updates did the 2011 Ram 2500 receive?
The 2011 Ram 2500 gains a gauge-cluster display for towing information, higher towing and gross combined weight ratings in some configurations, and more standard integrated trailer-brake hardware on upper trims.
What makes the 2011 Ram 2500 Powerwagon different?
The 2011 Powerwagon is the off-road-focused Ram 2500. It has a 5.7-liter HEMI V8, locking front and rear differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar, a 12,000-pound winch, skid plates, and raised off-road suspension.