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2018 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 Ram 2500 is a light-update year, led by a rearview camera becoming standard on five trims. The truck otherwise carries over without a redesign or major mechanical changes, while Laramie Limited is renamed Limited.
About the 2018 Ram 2500
4th-generation Ram Heavy Duty, final year before the all-new 2019 redesign.
Ram positioned the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup for hard towing and hauling that also tried to be easier to live with day to day than many rivals. The model’s identity centered on broad trim choice, from basic work truck to luxury truck to factory off-road truck, plus a smoother everyday ride helped by the Ram 2500’s rear coil-spring suspension. For many buyers, it was the heavy-duty truck that mixed real work strength with a more comfortable cabin.
The 2018 Ram 2500 ranges from the straightforward Tradesman work truck to the leather-lined Limited, with Big Horn and Lone Star serving as more comfortable mid-level choices. The Laramie brings leather, heated and ventilated front seats, and an 8.4-inch navigation touchscreen, while the Power Wagon focuses on off-road use with locking axles, skid plates, a winch, and a 6.4-liter V8.
What changed, by category
Safety
A rearview camera became standard on Big Horn, Lone Star, Power Wagon, SLT, and Tradesman; it had been optional on those trims for 2017.
Tech
The Power Wagon’s touchscreen became standard equipment after being optional for 2017.
2018 Ram 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / V8, CNG, HEMI, 5.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, Compressed Natural Gas, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 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 / 6-Cyl, Turbo Dsl, 6.7L / V8, CNG, HEMI, 5.7L / V8, Compressed Natural Gas, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 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 / Diesel | Gas / Diesel / Natural Gas | Gas / Diesel |
| Horsepower | 350–410 hp | 410 hp | 410 hp | 410 hp | 350–410 hp | 350–410 hp | 350–410 hp | 410 hp |
| Torque | 400–660 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 400–660 lb-ft | 400–660 lb-ft | 400–660 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 15540–17540 lb | 10030 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 15540–17210 lb | 17030–17540 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 | 40.3–43.3 in | 40.3 in | 40.3–43.3 in |
| Seats | 3–6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 3–6 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||
| 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
What is the biggest change to the 2018 Ram 2500?
The biggest change is that a rearview camera became standard on five trims: Big Horn, Lone Star, Power Wagon, SLT, and Tradesman. Most of the truck carried over from 2017.
Was the 2018 Ram 2500 redesigned?
No, the 2018 Ram 2500 was not redesigned. It was the final model year of the older fourth-generation heavy-duty truck before the all-new 2019 model arrived.
Did the 2018 Ram 2500 get new engines or transmissions?
No, the 2018 Ram 2500 had no major lineup-wide engine or transmission change. The established engine family and six-speed transmission structure carried over.
What happened to the Laramie Limited trim for 2018?
The Laramie Limited continued under the shorter Limited name for 2018. It remained the top luxury trim rather than being replaced by a separate new model.
What changed on the 2018 Ram 2500 Power Wagon?
The 2018 Power Wagon gained a standard rearview camera and standard touchscreen, both of which had been optional for 2017. It retained its off-road hardware, including locking axles, a disconnecting front sway bar, skid plates, Bilstein shocks, and a front-mounted winch.
2018 Ram 2500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Ram 2500.
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