“It shakes at speeds between 65-72 mph. Very disconcerting and now at to fix it according to the service department. Other than that, this is a great truck. I wish there was better integration of the Uconnect system with phone apps. You can use Siri, but can't control apps like Spotify or Navigation with the system.”
2017 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Ram 2500 is the Power Wagon's tougher blacked-out exterior and revised cabin trim. This is otherwise a light update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2017 Ram 2500
4th-generation Ram Heavy Duty (2010-2018), late-cycle update year.
Ram positioned the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup that could do serious towing and hauling work without feeling punishing to drive every day. Its big selling points were strong engine choices, large Crew Cab and Mega Cab interiors, and the Ram-exclusive rear coil-spring setup on 2500 models that gave it a smoother ride than most heavy-duty rivals. The range stretched from basic work trucks to luxury trims, with the Power Wagon serving buyers who wanted real off-road hardware in a 3/4-ton truck.
The 2017 Ram 2500 ranges from the basic Tradesman work truck to leather-lined Laramie models with navigation, heated seats, and parking sensors. The Power Wagon is the trail-focused standout, with locking front and rear differentials, an electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar, skid plates, Bilstein shocks, and a front winch.
What changed, by category
Styling
The Power Wagon received a blacked-out front end and exterior theme, plus revised interior trim and updated seat patterns.
Powertrain
The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 became the standard gas engine on Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, and Laramie Limited trims.
Structural
Four-wheel-drive Laramie Longhorn and Laramie Limited models received Bilstein shock tuning.
Lineup
The Laramie Power, Outdoorsman, and Tradesman Power variants were dropped for 2017.
2017 Ram 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / V8, CHG, HEMI, 5.7L / V8, CNG, HEMI, 5.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / V8, CNG, HEMI, 5.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel / Natural Gas | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Natural Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 350–410 hp | 410 hp | 383–410 hp | 350–410 hp | 350–410 hp | 350–410 hp | 383–410 hp | 383–410 hp |
| Torque | 400–800 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 400–429 lb-ft | 400–800 lb-ft | 400–800 lb-ft | 400–660 lb-ft | 400–429 lb-ft | 400–429 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 15540–17540 lb | 10030 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 17030–17540 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in |
| Seats | 3–6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3–6 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||||
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| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2017 Ram 2500 fully redesigned?
No. The 2017 Ram 2500 remained part of the fourth-generation heavy-duty lineup and received a light update, led by the revised Power Wagon.
What changed on the 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon?
The 2017 Power Wagon received a tougher blacked-out exterior, revised interior trim, and updated seat patterns. Its serious off-road hardware included locking front and rear differentials, an electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar, Bilstein shocks, skid plates, and a front winch.
Which 2017 Ram 2500 trims made the 6.4-liter V8 standard?
The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 became the standard gas engine on the 2017 Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, and Laramie Limited trims.
Which Ram 2500 variants were dropped for 2017?
The Laramie Power, Outdoorsman, and Tradesman Power variants were dropped from the Ram 2500 lineup for 2017.
Is the 2017 Ram 2500 meaningfully different from the 2016 model?
Only in a few areas. The 2017 truck's main differences are the Power Wagon's visual and cabin updates, the standard 6.4-liter gas V8 on three luxury trims, revised Bilstein shock tuning on certain four-wheel-drive luxury models, and a slimmer trim lineup.
2017 Ram 2500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Ram 2500.
4.2
2017 Ram 2500
(316 reviews)
“Very nice vehicle. Smooth power. Smooth ride for 2500. I would make some changes that were standard options on my 2008. New vehicle was a laramie.”
“The Ram 2500 diesel is a powerful, smooth and comfortable truck that can pull a heavy load”