2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo was an all-new van and the model’s first year in the U.S. Its biggest change was a front-wheel-drive design that created a low load floor and a wide, work-friendly cargo area.
About the 2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo
1st North American ProMaster generation, first model year.
Ram positioned the ProMaster as a work-first commercial van and upfit platform rather than a dressed-up fleet vehicle. Its core appeal was space efficiency: front-wheel drive allowed a low load floor, a flat cargo area, and wide room between the wheel wells, while the tall body made it easier to stand and work inside. Against traditional American vans, the ProMaster’s main selling points were easier loading, better use of its footprint, and body styles suited to delivery, service, shuttle, and specialty conversions.
The ProMaster 2500 was positioned as a work-first high-roof van for delivery, service, trade, and specialty-conversion jobs. The Tradesman used a 136-inch wheelbase for easier maneuvering, while the 159-inch model provided more floor length for shelving and bulky cargo. A Window version paired the longer body with factory side and rear glass for shuttle and specialty upfits.
What changed, by category
2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 3.0L / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 3.0L / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 3.6 Liter 6-Cyl / 3.0 Liter 4-Cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 174–280 hp | 174–280 hp | 174–280 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 530 cu-ft | ||
| Seats | 3 | 2 | |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Anti-Lock Brakes | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Hill Start Assist | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Stability Control | |||
| Traction Control | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Mirrors | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||
| AM/FM Radio | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Locks | |||
| Power Steering | |||
| Power Windows | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was 2014 the first year for the Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo?
Yes. The 2014 ProMaster was the first U.S. model year for Ram’s purpose-built full-size commercial van, making it a full launch rather than an update to an older ProMaster.
Is the 2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo front-wheel drive?
Yes. The 2014 ProMaster 2500 Cargo uses front-wheel drive, which helps create a 21-inch load floor and leaves wide cargo space between the rear wheel wells.
What engines does the 2014 Ram ProMaster 2500 Cargo have?
The 2014 ProMaster 2500 Cargo has a standard 3.6-liter V6 or an optional 3.0-liter EcoDiesel. The V6 is paired with an automatic transmission, while the diesel uses an automated-manual gearbox.
What is the difference between the 2014 ProMaster 2500 wheelbase versions?
The 136-inch-wheelbase Tradesman has a shorter cargo body that favors maneuverability, while the 159-inch-wheelbase model has more floor length for shelving, tools, parcels, or bulky equipment. Both are high-roof work vans with the same low load-floor concept.
Is the 2014 ProMaster 2500 Tradesman Window a finished passenger van?
No. The 2014 Tradesman Window is primarily a factory-windowed shell for shuttle and specialty conversions. It uses the 159-inch-wheelbase high-roof body and has side and rear glass for people-moving or mixed-use upfits.