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2019 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Ram 2500 is a full redesign and the first year of the fifth-generation Ram Heavy Duty. Its headline change is an all-new platform, body, and cabin, backed by a stronger frame and a standard 6.4-liter V8 with an 8-speed automatic.
About the 2019 Ram 2500
5th generation Ram Heavy Duty, first year of the redesign (2019 launch year).
Ram positions the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup that can do serious towing and hauling work without feeling stripped down or crude. The brand leans hard on big capability numbers, but just as strongly on ride comfort, storage, quietness, and upscale interiors. Compared with traditional heavy-duty rivals, the 2019 Ram 2500's identity is a work-ready truck that also aims to feel more comfortable, more polished, and more tech-forward in everyday driving.
The 2019 lineup stretches from the work-focused Tradesman to the leather-lined Limited, with Big Horn serving as the practical step-up model. Laramie adds an 8.4-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and heated leather-trimmed seats, while the Power Wagon pairs the V8 with locking front and rear axles, a disconnecting front sway bar, raised off-road suspension, and a front winch.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 and 8-speed automatic became standard across the Ram 2500 lineup. The natural-gas powertrain was dropped from the Tradesman.
Styling
Ram redesigned the exterior body and gave the cabin a more modern dashboard, improved materials, and additional storage.
Tech
Equipment was reshuffled across the lineup. Bluetooth became standard on Tradesman; remote start became standard on Laramie and Power Wagon; and the Power Wagon gained standard smartphone integration and parking assistance.
Structural
The redesigned truck received a stronger frame made with 98.5 percent high-strength steel, revised suspension tuning, and added noise-reduction measures for a smoother, quieter drive.
2019 Ram 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-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 |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas |
| Horsepower | 410 hp | 370–410 hp | 370–410 hp | 370–410 hp | 370–410 hp | 370–410 hp | 370–410 hp |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft | 429–850 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 10620 lb | 14220–16500 lb | 14220–16500 lb | 14220–17210 lb | 14220–17210 lb | 14220–17210 lb | 14220–16500 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 40.2 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2 in | 40.2–43.1 in |
| Seats | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3–6 | 3–6 | 3–6 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||
| Alarm System | |||||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||||
| Hill Descent Control | |||||||
| Park Assist | |||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| 360 Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Power Side Steps | |||||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||||
| Side Steps | |||||||
| Tow Hooks | |||||||
| 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-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's Lumbar Support Seat | |||||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Ram 2500 a redesigned model?
Yes. The 2019 Ram 2500 launches the fifth-generation Ram Heavy Duty with a new platform, stronger frame, redesigned body, new cabin, revised suspension tuning, and more noise reduction.
What is the standard engine in the 2019 Ram 2500?
The standard engine is a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission across the 2019 Ram 2500 lineup.
What changed from the 2018 Ram 2500 to the 2019 model?
The 2019 Ram 2500 is fully redesigned with a stronger frame, a new body and cabin, revised ride tuning, better noise reduction, and a standard 6.4-liter V8 with an 8-speed automatic. The SLT trim and the Tradesman's natural-gas powertrain were also dropped.
Did the 2019 Ram 2500 get a more modern interior?
Yes. The 2019 redesign brought a new dashboard layout, improved materials, more cabin storage, and upgraded infotainment in higher trims. Laramie includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while Laramie Longhorn adds navigation and richer leather and wood trim.
What changed on the 2019 Ram 2500 Power Wagon?
The 2019 Power Wagon moved to the redesigned platform and received the new cab and interior, an updated off-road presentation, and a new WARN Zeon-12 front winch. Its power driver seat, remote start, parking assistance, and smartphone integration also became standard.
2019 Ram 2500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Ram 2500.
4.1
2019 Ram 2500
(111 reviews)
“The truck is great. The navigation system is the worst thing I've ever used in my life.”
“Great truck. Plenty of power. Great stylings and appointments. Good fuel economy. Very comfortable.”