What's New for 2026

The headline update for the 2026 Ram 2500 is the available 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on select configurations, a coverage term that sets it apart from most heavy-duty competitors. Ram 2500 warranty details

The 2026 model also expands its color palette to ten options, adding Serrano Green Metallic and Forged Blue Metallic alongside returning favorites like Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat and Molten Red Pearlcoat. Ground clearance on the Power Wagon reaches 13.1 inches, reinforcing its off-road position at the top of the capability ladder.

The available 2.4-kilowatt onboard inverter continues as the best-in-class available onboard power figure, making this truck a legitimate mobile worksite for contractors in Jackson and throughout the surrounding region.

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Trim Lineup

The 2026 Ram 2500 spans ten distinct configurations. Here is what each tier adds:

Tradesman

Tradesman serves as the work-focused base. It includes the 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control as standard features.

Black Express

Black Express delivers a blacked-out appearance package over a Crew Cab body.

Big Horn

Big Horn adds comfort and convenience features suited to buyers who split duty between work and family use.

Warlock

Warlock includes standard 4WD and a performance-influenced exterior, making it one of the more style-forward work-capable trims in the lineup.

Rebel

Rebel targets buyers who want off-road capability without moving to a dedicated off-road platform.

Power Wagon

Power Wagon is the dedicated off-road build. Its 13.1-inch ground clearance and standard 4WD separate it from every other trim in the lineup.

Limited

Limited sits at the luxury end, pairing maximum interior refinement with full heavy-duty capability.

Limited Longhorn

Limited Longhorn sits at the luxury end, pairing maximum interior refinement with full heavy-duty capability.

Laramie

Laramie combines the longest cab body Ram offers with the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, making it the choice for buyers who need maximum passenger space and diesel torque together.

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Performance & Powertrain

The standard engine is the 6.4L V8 HEMI, producing 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. All engines pair with an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. RWD comes standard, with 4WD available across the lineup and standard on the Warlock, Rebel, and Power Wagon trims as well as with the diesel engine.

The available engine is the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 High-Output, which raises towing capacity to its 20,000-lb maximum and adds meaningfully to fuel efficiency under real-world conditions.

Because the Ram 2500 exceeds 8,500 lbs GVWR, it falls outside EPA fuel economy testing requirements. Real-world estimates put the HEMI V8 at roughly 14 to 15 MPG city and 18 to 22 MPG highway. The Cummins Diesel reaches approximately 14 to 17 MPG city and 20 to 25 MPG highway. Combined estimates land around 14 to 16 MPG for the gas engine and 17 to 19 MPG for diesel.

Towing reaches 20,000 lbs. Payload capacity tops out at 4,580 lbs. These are figures that matter to farmers, contractors, and equipment haulers across the Jackson area.

Interior, Comfort & Cargo

The Ram 2500 seats three in the Regular Cab layout and offers expanded seating across Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations. The Mega Cab provides the most rear legroom of any body style in the lineup, making long-haul trips comfortable for passengers as well as the driver.

The standard bed runs 8 feet, giving this truck a straight advantage for lumber, pipe, and oversized cargo that a short-bed alternative cannot match. The available RamBox Cargo Management System integrates lockable, weatherproof storage into the bed rails to keep tools organized and secure.

Ground clearance varies from 9.4 inches on RWD and Express configurations to 10.3 inches on standard 4x4 setups and 13.1 inches on the Power Wagon. The truck measures 232 inches in length and 78 inches in height.

Technology & Infotainment

Every 2026 Ram 2500 Tradesman starts with an 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen that includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard features. Buyers who want a larger interface can step up to the available 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, which is one of the largest available displays in the heavy-duty truck segment.

Additional available technology includes:

• A 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display that gives the front passenger a dedicated screen
• A 12-inch Digital Cluster Display replacing analog gauges
• The Trailer Reverse Guidance System, which assists drivers backing a trailer into tight positions on a job site or at home
• The 2.4-kilowatt onboard inverter, rated as best-in-class available onboard power Ram 2500 onboard power details

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Safety & Driver Assistance

The 2026 Ram 2500 includes three meaningful safety systems as standard equipment across the lineup:

Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking detects slowing or stopped traffic ahead and can apply the brakes without driver input to reduce collision severity.

Adaptive Cruise Control adjusts vehicle speed automatically to maintain a set following distance, reducing fatigue on long highway stretches, which matters on the open roads between Jackson and the surrounding communities.

Integrated Trailer Brake Controller is standard, not optional, giving every Ram 2500 buyer immediate compatibility with electric trailer brakes without adding an aftermarket unit.

Who It's For / vs the Prior Year

The 2026 Ram 2500 is the right choice for buyers who need a truck that can carry a full work crew, haul heavy equipment, and still function as a daily driver without compromise. The 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty option makes the 2026 model a more compelling long-term ownership proposition than the prior year's coverage terms.

Buyers stepping up from the 2025 model will find the same core powertrain but gain expanded color options and the warranty coverage improvement. Buyers cross-shopping the Ford F-250 or Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD should note the Ram's class-competitive 20,000-lb tow rating and the 2.4-kW onboard inverter as differentiating factors.

For contractors, ranchers, and equipment haulers in Jackson, MN, the Power Wagon's 13.1-inch ground clearance and the diesel engine's 20,000-lb towing ceiling cover the two most demanding use cases in the lineup.

Find Your 2026 Ram 2500 at ASA Auto Plaza in Jackson

ASA Auto Plaza stocks the 2026 Ram 2500 across multiple configurations. Whether the job calls for the Cummins Diesel's maximum towing capacity or the Power Wagon's off-road ground clearance, the team at ASA Auto Plaza in Jackson, MN can match you to the right build. Check current inventory now or schedule a test drive to experience the full lineup in person.

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