Key Features of the 2026 RAM 2500
High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6
The available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 is the heart of the 2026 Ram 2500’s heavy-duty capability. It pairs with the TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic to deliver Best-in-Class available 1,075 lb-ft of base diesel torque and up to 430 horsepower, translating to confident merging, steady grades under load, and authoritative passing while towing. Refined software control enables seamless shifting, while minimal noise and low vibration enhance comfort during long stints. With an available maximum diesel towing capacity of up to 20,000 pounds and features like an available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake and heavy-duty four-wheel disc antilock brakes, the powertrain is engineered to manage weight, heat, and braking forces when conditions get tough.
6.4L HEMI® V8
For drivers who prefer gas power, the standard 6.4L HEMI® V8 offers a compelling blend of payload and towing performance with responsive throttle feel. When configured for gas, the 2026 Ram 2500 can offer a maximum gas towing capacity up to 17,750 pounds and a maximum gas payload up to 3,930 pounds (configuration dependent), making it an excellent match for frequent payload needs, plow setups, and varied daily driving. The HEMI® V8’s broad powerband and proven durability make it a flexible, all-around work partner, especially when combined with smart towing and utility packages like the Snow Plow Prep Package, available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package, and the available Tow Tech Package with Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring.
Largest-in-Class 14.5-Inch Infotainment Touchscreen
On the tech front, the 2026 Ram 2500 offers a Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch infotainment touchscreen designed to make big-truck tasks simpler. Available Uconnect® 5 NAV supports up to five driver profiles, tow-specific navigation, and access to available Ram Connect Services. Wireless Apple CarPlay® support for your iPhone® and Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility keep your phone free of cords, while the available Class-Exclusive Dual Wireless Charging Pads are ventilated to help cool devices during high-use days. Add the available Class-Exclusive 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display, and your co-pilot can assist with navigation, camera views, and entertainment without disrupting the driver’s screen.
360° Trailer Surround View Camera
Visibility is everything when you’re managing a long trailer in tight spaces. The available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera provides a bird’s-eye perspective around the trailer, while the available 360° Surround View Camera covers the truck itself. Pair these with the available Digital Rearview Mirror with side camera integration and wired Tow Mode Camera, and you can see behind your trailer and to both sides for lane changes, backing, and campsite maneuvering. When combined with available Trailer Tow Pages, Trailer Light Check, and Trailer Brake Status displayed in the available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display, the system offers a comprehensive towing command center right in your line of sight.
Class-Exclusive Available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension
When loads vary day to day, the Class-Exclusive available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension helps keep things stable and level. It’s designed to automatically adapt ride height to changing payloads and tongue weights, aiding even weight distribution and consistent handling. That means smoother towing, more controlled braking feel, and easier hitching and loading. Add the available 50-gallon fuel tank on Crew Cab models with the 8-foot bed, and your Ram 2500 is engineered to minimize stops and maintain composure on long stretches—just the kind of smart utility that matters when you’re towing across Loudoun County or up into the mountains.