“If you need a vehicle for towing, the Ram 3500 diesel is the truck for you. It has all the power you need to negotiate the big hills and plenty of stopping ability between mechanical and engine brake. It is a joy to haul over the road.”
2023 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Ram 2500 is the new Rebel, an off-road trim positioned between Laramie and Power Wagon. The rest of the lineup gets a handful of technology and equipment updates rather than a broad redesign.
About the 2023 Ram 2500
5th generation Ram Heavy Duty (2019-2024), late-generation year before the 2025 update.
Ram positions the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup that can do hard towing and hauling work without giving up cabin comfort. The model’s core draw is its broad range: basic work-truck trims for jobsite duty, well-equipped mid and luxury trims for long-distance towing, and real factory off-road versions for trail use. Compared with many heavy-duty rivals, Ram leans heavily on ride comfort, interior richness, and trim variety as the reason to choose a 2500.
The 2023 Ram 2500 ranges from the work-focused Tradesman to the leather-lined Limited, with Big Horn and Laramie serving buyers who want more everyday comfort. The new Rebel combines skid plates, Bilstein off-road shocks, and a locking rear axle, while the more specialized Power Wagon has a front winch, locking front and rear axles, and a disconnecting front sway bar for rough trails.
What changed, by category
Structural
The new Rebel adds a factory off-road setup with standard 4WD, Bilstein off-road shocks, an electronic locking rear axle, and skid plates protecting the front, transfer case, and fuel tank.
Styling
The Rebel brings its own off-road appearance and sport performance hood. A Mopar performance hood also joins the options list for Laramie and Limited. On Laramie, fog lights and LED headlights shift from standard to optional.
Safety
Trailer Reverse Steering Control joins the options list as a new towing aid. Park assist changes from standard to optional on Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, and Power Wagon.
Tech
New options include a 12-inch digital instrument cluster and a digital rearview mirror that can show views from side cameras. Power Wagon makes dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start standard.
2023 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 | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel / 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 | 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 | 429–850 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 10620 lb | 14220–16530 lb | 14220–16530 lb | 14220–16530 lb | 14220–16530 lb | 14220–15220 lb | 14220–16530 lb | |
| Rear Legroom | 40.2 in | 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 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 |
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| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
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| 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 | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2023 Ram 2500?
The new Rebel trim is the biggest change. It sits between Laramie and Power Wagon, combining standard 4WD, Bilstein off-road shocks, a locking rear axle, skid plates, and either the 6.4-liter gas V8 or 6.7-liter Cummins diesel.
Is the 2023 Ram 2500 significantly different from the 2022 model?
No, 2023 is a light update rather than a redesign. The Rebel trim, new display and camera options, and Trailer Reverse Steering Control are the main changes; most of the truck carries over.
Which Ram 2500 trims changed for 2023?
The Rebel joined the lineup, while the separate Longhorn trim was dropped. The Laramie Longhorn remained, and several existing trims received changes to standard or optional equipment.
What towing technology was added to the 2023 Ram 2500?
Trailer Reverse Steering Control was added as an option for 2023. It is designed to help the driver steer a trailer while backing up.
What equipment changed on existing 2023 Ram 2500 trims?
Several features changed status for 2023. Laramie moved fog lights, LED headlights, and park assist from standard to optional, while park assist also became optional on Laramie Longhorn, Limited, and Power Wagon. Power Wagon made dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start standard.
2023 Ram 2500 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Ram 2500.
4.2
2023 Ram 2500
(84 reviews)
“Great truck with comfort and plenty of towing capacity. Base model does not include all safety features (but should). Diesel engines get better MPG that offsets the cost of fuel and provides better towing capabilities.”
“Excellent truck for towing/hauling, love the diesel engine and the exhaust brake for towing”