Used RAM 2500 for Sale nearPueblo, CO

How much does the RAM 2500 cost in today's market?

Used RAM 2500 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The RAM 2500's current nationwide average price is $41,501, and its lowest point over the past year was $41,491. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the RAM 2500 a good car?

Yes — the RAM 2500 is a strong choice if you want heavy-duty capability with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its power, towing ability, and spacious interiors, and many also highlight the Cummins diesel engine and the truck’s reliability. Across the model years, the RAM 2500 also stands out for its comfort and its blend of work-ready strength with family-friendly usability.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are that fuel economy can be a concern, pricing climbs quickly, and some years bring minor issues with features, functionality, or refinement.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are RAM 2500 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the RAM 2500 for its power, towing strength, comfort, and durability, and the expert reviews reinforce that it can serve as both a work truck and a daily driver. The truck’s long-running appeal also comes from its strong diesel reputation and its ability to combine capability with a more upscale cabin.

• Owners rate the RAM 2500 between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully, especially on higher-mileage trucks and older model years.

What should I look for when buying a used RAM 2500?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Safety Group package
• Infotainment: Uconnect 5 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality

Which RAM 2500 trim should I buy?

The 2026 RAM 2500 offers these trims:

• Tradesman: The work-focused starting point, with an 8.4-inch touchscreen, black steel wheels, and a no-frills setup that suits buyers who want a straightforward heavy-duty truck.
• Big Horn: Adds chrome exterior touches and builds on the Tradesman’s equipment for buyers who want a more polished look.
• Black Express: A street-oriented Crew Cab trim with a Sport Performance Hood, 20-inch black wheels, black tubular side steps, and a black cloth interior; it suits buyers who want style and everyday usability.
• Warlock: The off-road-focused Crew Cab trim with 20-inch diamond-cut wheels, 34-inch Goodyear Duratrac all-terrain tires, an anti-spin rear differential, Bilstein shock absorbers, a transfer case skid plate, and hill descent control.
• Laramie: The comfort-oriented choice with plush-truck creature comforts, a 12-inch touchscreen, and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster; this is the best-value trim for many shoppers who want a strong mix of equipment and refinement.
• Rebel: An off-road-oriented trim with the larger 12-inch touchscreen and the rugged character buyers expect from a trail-ready heavy-duty truck.
• Power Wagon: The most serious off-road model in the lineup, with electronic locking front and rear differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar, and the larger 12-inch touchscreen.
• Limited: A luxury-focused trim with high-end leather interiors and top-shelf equipment.
• Limited Longhorn: Another luxury-focused trim with high-end leather interiors and premium finishes.
• Mega Cab: The extra-large cab configuration offered with Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn trims for buyers who want maximum cabin space.

What RAM 2500 do most buyers choose?

The RAM 2500 years with the most listings are 2025, 2023, and 2024.

Those higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a broad mix of availability, pricing, and newer features. When inventory is deeper, you also have a better chance of finding the right trim, cab, and equipment combination.

What is the RAM 2500's resale value?

Most model years are showing price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer years, while a few older years are changing more gradually.

The 2024, 2017, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the RAM 2500 safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2025: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2017: 6/10

Adaptive cruise control is standard across the board.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used RAM 2500 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −13.96% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $56,205. The RAM 2500 offers a strong mix of heavy-duty capability, towing confidence, and a comfortable, upscale cabin.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base 6.4-liter Hemi V8 makes 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque, while the 6.7-liter Cummins turbocharged diesel delivers 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: Uconnect 5 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, plus a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, are part of the latest setup.
• Safety: Adaptive steering, automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and lane-keep assist are part of the Safety Group package, while blind-spot monitors with trailer coverage, pedestrian detection, and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Power Wagon, Rebel, Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn trucks.
• Starting price: The base Tradesman regular cab with RWD starts at $49,450 including destination.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2025 RAM 2500 compare to the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.