Driving the 2025 Ram 1500 Lineup to See the Differences - Hurricane 3.0L Over the HEMI V8?

[@roshb6748]

57 before Covid we use to get fully loaded limited under 57k now we getting only base model

[@kennedyracing7527]

30K bump is ridiculous! These trucks are not going to sell as 4 dollar gas come again.

[@kennedyracing7527]

Base Tradesman should be max 30K

[@treboy]

@@kennedyracing7527we some how need to put a halt on ppl buying these trucks or else they will keep going up cause ppl still find ways to pay for it

[@arthurwright255]

People forget that companies need to make money too.

[@treboy]

@@kennedyracing7527 only way for trucks to go down is if there was sometype of decrease in sales due to overpriced vehicles . The only reason they are marked up is cause ppl find ways to get approved and buy it. Everyone would have to come together and stop paying those prices

[@michaelneuhaus4432]

Love that you did this and showed what you get in the line up

[@Expedition18]

Said this last year and it's still true, everyone should just stop buying trucks until manufacturers come back to real world pricing. We're not trying to buy Toronto real estate here.

[@thomasmazzola4760]

It’s happening, all these high dollar top spec trucks are collecting dust on dealers lots. People are refusing to buy, including myself

[@cecil5152]

Not just trucks. All vehicles.

[@lone201316]

This comment came true, it’s up to 60% of Ram trucks 23-24😮

[@mike_johnson87]

Best truck video I've seen so far. Never seen anyone do a review on all of the models Ram offer in one video.💯🔥

[@TruckKing]

I appreciate that!

[@geofftubeyou]

I've never watched your channel before and I have to say you do a good job covering the bases. Nicely done. 👍

[@TruckKing]

Welcome aboard!

[@TB-dj8kl]

I will take mmmmm none of them because i cannot afford one lol

[@lawdog516]

Hi Steve, you are my favorite truck channel, you and your Dad do a fantastic job and very informative. I would be. remiss if I didn’t mention your videographer, he’s fantastic. His ability to capture a shot of everything your describing is priceless, be good to him because he’s a big part of your channels success, thanks.

[@TruckKing]

Thanks.

[@stevendumont4156]

I have a 2019 Laramie edition with most of everything that was presented by RAM in the top editions for 30% less and I'm so glad for your review. My Hemi 5.7l is purring like a kitten at 73000 miles all of which was $49,000. The next bonus, I own my precious RAM. There is nothing revolutionary here but there is evolutionary greatness going on which I am excited about--Ramcharger is coming so good times. Great job brother!

[@mike3886]

57k for a base truck is insane……

[@mixedbyfiatcat]

2025 RAM 1500 Tradesman starting msrp is $40,275. ($42, 275 with destination fee)

[@mike3886]

@@mixedbyfiatcat wish I could find one that price around me!!! I would buy in a heartbeat!!! My 2018 2500 4x4 was that price brand new…. Not sure where you are finding them that price.

[@zxtenn]

I have a 2023 Warlock crew cab, 6 ft 4 bed with several options like limited slip with 355 gears, the full-length console, power rear window, tow hoods, fogs, etc. and list was 53, i paid under 43 though. Truck WAS perfect but i got rear ended while sitting on an on ramp 2 months ago, over 6 grand in damage so it wasn't a 'love tap' If i buy another i will get a 2024 Laramie with the leather, HEMI, etc. depending on whats available.

[@mjuberian]

Yes completely ridiculous, but guys like this goof ball think its agood deal... insane

[@mike3886]

@@mjuberian yeah these prices are ridiculous… I hate to admit it but I just bought a 2024 Nissan Versa 5 speed manual for 18k out the door to use as a run around/commuter car to keep the miles off of my truck. My truck is paid off with 90k miles so I have to make it last because I refuse to buy new at these prices.

[@nikola-aero]

I have never regretted subscribing to this channel. Laconic and competent

[@1gr8oil]

Great review of Ram truck models. Thanks for taking the time to put this information out here!!

[@DalesDeadBug]

What the hell… I know prices go up and rarely come down, but how is the Laramie $20K more on the sticker than what my 2021 was? I had the same packages minus a few minor new items.. $20K increase in 3 years time is absurd.

[@rjmendoza]

I guess that mean the equity in your truck is either flat or has grown. All vehicles equity plummets as soon as you drive off the lot

[@DalesDeadBug]

@@rjmendoza I was saying the new sticker price is $20K higher than the sticker price 3 years ago, not the used value.

[@samuelmccann3008]

Same truck minus the digital dash, 14 inch screen, extra passenger screen, and automatic tailgate. I don’t know if that is worth 20k extra.

[@andresl6094]

Agreed. Before covid, the Rebel and Laramie models once had heated and ventilated rear seats along with other features that are now not available and for more of a cost. Shoot, I remember when the TRX first came out, the base price was around $70k

[@matthewraml2074]

No one has raised prices more on vehicles over the past five years than Stellantis.

[@carloscampos3684]

Watching this gets me happy i bought my 2021 bighorn night edition at a great price. Looks nice and payload almost 1700lbs and towing 11000. Prices are ridiculous right now. Love my hemi as well!

[@SirGreta]

No lie this line of RAM's has got my attention. Specifically the RHO

[@winstondeocampo699]

RAM buyers must be rolling on dough. $57 k for the tradesman. Unreal.

[@curtcassese1243]

Just 2 years ago I seen limiteds brand new for 55k. Ram is part of the problem why all these trucks are getting expensive.

[@rodimusprime3621]

Especially with as much money they're going to pay in repairs

[@DrKreiger]

It's actually why there aren't any ram buyers anymore. This is just a display that stelantis hasn't learned their lesson yet. I remember the last time I looked at one back around 2020, I had an out the door offer for a hemi rebel right at $40k.

[@curtcassese1243]

@DrKreiger yeah I got my rebel for 43k lol do I think that was expensive yes do I think it was worth it no lol. But I do love everything about it and wouldn't trade it for anything right now

[@arthurwright255]

I mean the economy is solid right now, so 57k is doable for a lot of people now. I expect a resurgence in Ram truck sales.

[@James-kd2cm]

Thanks for the great vid. Gives buyers a good example of each of these trims. Nice looking trucks. The luxury options on all new trucks are crazy. Anyone in the market need to take some time in the build and price tool to see what options they want and what they can do without.

[@TruckKing]

Thanks for watching!

[@Grant211]

So the ram RHO was just announced with a msrp of $71,990. It’s hard to believe that the RHO trim level will be the cheapest Ram with the twin turbo hurricane motor.

[@ALMX5DP]

I presume you’re talking about the HO motor since the Tradesman in this video is also available with the base Hurricane twin turbo engine.

[@Grant211]

@@ALMX5DP right. The 540 hp motor

[@hellkitty1014]

Many don't recall, but when the TRX first debuted, you could actually get one with very few options, which helped to keep prices low. But as with all of the Big 3, they went crazy on truck prices. Luckily, Ram is getting ahead of the curve and lowering prices and actually expect them to lower the prices of the upper trim Limited and Tungsten. The trends are starting to turn against full size trucks.

[@treboy]

Translation to off the car lot price . 86k

[@arthurwright255]

Dealer markup to 100k. Ram knows dealers are going to mark them up so the MSRP has to be low.

[@Kliffy77]

I would go with the Ram Limited, Has all the luxury features i like and front steel bumper, Front tow hooks & HO engine!

[@curtcassese1243]

Wait what ...tradesman 57k? That's not "affordable" just a few years ago a power wagon base model was like 63k limiteds was like 60k.

[@JR-pb5dz]

It’s crazy to think that a couple minor aftermarket additions to the Tungsten puts you under 1k payload. Really defeats the purpose of the functionality of having a truck.

[@ps3alphagamer12]

In places like Texas, Colorado, Utah, and Montana. Top trim trucks are just a flex 99% of first owners aren’t blue collar and will at most use these trucks to move furniture. In Texas the popular saying is “your truck is your suit”. One of my friends has a 23 GMC sierra at4x, just daily’s it in Houston. Never seen a trail, no bed liner, put it on street tires are his first set, never even used the bed for anything whatsoever not even a suit case. Hes in sales just wanted it to flex

[@cjennings4936]

I just picked up a 2025 limited H.O. no appearance package a waste of $4000. And no need for level 1 towing package for the additional $5000 for 62.5k. MSRP was 80k 16k off MSRP. fantastic truck

[@Calebflying2025]

I am really curious, what did you pay out the door. I have shopping for the last two weeks for one myself.

[@selfcarefordudes]

I’m impressed, other than the Hemi being gone, Ram has done a nice job once again.

[@benjaminward5295]

Ram needs a Peasantman trim.

[@SugaryPhoenixxx]

🤣 I wish they did!

[@FerryOfficial-j2l]

Thank you very much for the review. Always be successful, Truck King channel

[@marqj301]

I understand why the Tradesman is pushing $60k: added options. This needs to be acknowledged. If you go to RAM's online configurator, the Tradesman is $40k which is substantially better priced. Of course I'd go for the Tungsten if money wasn't an object. But with it being so, I'd go for a used Rebel. Even though I don't off-road, it's still nice to have if I unexpectedly have to. Second option being the Limited, again used.

[@ALMX5DP]

The Tradesman is more than enough in terms of features and comfort.

[@spitfire155k2]

First time visiting your channel, I must say very impressed. Through every model you gave a distinct and thorough overview. I really appreciate you showing the differences; you definitely have a new subscriber! I haven’t looked through all your videos yet but have you done one on all of the Ram 2500 and or 3500 trucks? Thanks again for the content and easily the best review of the 1500 Ram lineup.

[@johnkoko]

I'm impressed by the Tradesman. Of course I'd want heated seats and wheel to make it perfect.

[@DaRevrin]

In 2020 i got a laramie sport trim with the hemi and 4x4 for 41k out the door. In that short time the same truck now costs 30k more. Literally cocaine levels of crazy going on with these manufacturers.

[@ohioguy4326]

You are looking at the sticker on the new one, you don't know what the out the door price so I don't think it's fair to say its 30K more. Also this is a night package which is significantly more then a standard Laramie sport. I'm looking at Laramie Sports now and they are stickering 67-72K depending on options. I'm hoping to get down closer to 60K with the discounts. That said I do think the Laramie night package is overpriced, just not worth getting it for what they want for it, it is much more reasonable on the Big Horn.

[@JsGarage]

Ram 1500 is a great overall truck.

[@ohioguy4326]

Under 1,000 lbs payload is pretty low. I mean I just looked up a Honda Civic Payload and it's 850lbs.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

These trucks will see the same work as a Honda Civic.

[@scottpearce7466]

5 people at 200lb each max's out your payload before you put anything in the bed!

[@billseiler4952]

With high prices for the trucks / gas / interest rates…..who can afford these?

[@captainamerica9353]

UPS Drivers

[@PKDesigns2011]

@@captainamerica9353 maybe the 1099 contract once

[@ernamal88]

Almost 60k for a tradesman...

[@ALMX5DP]

I think options take that up a bit. Building a base quad cab with just the Hurricane and I see it is technically possible to get it in at under $50k. Still tons of money in my mind but quite a bit less if you choose options wisely.

[@Lq32332]

The discounts will be substantial. I imagine 15k off msrp will be possible

[@nordlandak6853]

I priced the warlock package at 57k. Now the key is to wait and buy when they are discounted. Ram usually discounts the bighorn trim the most. I got mine 11k off msrp.

[@5_colquhoun703]

Good point, I think this directly maps to just how desirable Ram trucks are today

[@Robert.Lee1989]

Hopefully they have the sport appearance option again for the tradesmen. Got that option on my ‘23. Like the sporty appearance without the bells and whistles

[@germanjimenez5968]

Great presentation. Your presentation helped me decide which truck to get. The Limited is my choice.

[@Robert.Lee1989]

Hopefully they add the night edition package to the tradesman again

[@mth32871]

I am kinda old school, so I prefer just the basics, so I'm currently looking at the Tradesman, even though I don't need a work truck per se. I like manual seats, windows, locks, vinyl (or cloth) seats, a tailgate *without* the dampener, basically, I prefer things to be as simple as possible. All the trucks that my dad had (early 80's Datsun, a larger Ford later that decade for pulling our trailer, and then a Nissan XE) had all of those "features", so it's what I grew up with. Most of those things are unavailable these days, unfortunately, but having sat in a Tradesman recently (no test drive yet), I was pretty happy with what it has to offer. Will probably be getting one soon (with the Hurricane).

[@Matteo-xm6xo]

Who is paying 60-90k for a ram or any of the other brands?the straight 6 is cool but to hell with the prices.these will be on the lots with 20-30k off just like the gladiators.

[@thomasmazzola4760]

Are you kidding me. These prices are insane. 90,000 for a truck , that’s a mortgage

[@pathunter7003]

They kinda predicted this about 12 yrs ago. Vehicles would become so expensive that it would be common to “ lease”the time you used it. Then the next person would lease their time with it, and so on. So it may be coming true after all

[@kimbentsen]

The whole range is a winner.

[@billyreeves7518]

Just got my Big Horn with fully loaded options and love it so far. The Hercules twin turbo is powerful.

[@deankunesh]

I was interested in Ram for the new Hurricane but at these prices and and super low payload I'll instead keep my 2015 Ford XLT 3.5 Ecoboost.

[@TheLawlessGang]

how many miles u got on that i also have a 15 3.5 i love it

[@gangaadhikari6389]

All the trucks are absolutely built in standard features ,valuable information and good looks.

[@rocket9152]

I love the Truck King’s reviews. For me the Laramie offers to perfect compromise between comfort and capability. I like this lineup but what I am really excited about is the new RamCharger and Ram 2500. Can’t wait for those models to be released.

[@843MudMafia.]

If they add a new cab to the HD they need to

[@my09ultra]

Absolutely awesome job on your review. Still not a Ram fan, but you laid out some new reasons to become one..... at the end of the day I think Ram is going in the wrong direction pricing these trucks the way they do.

[@AuralioCabal-nl8gi]

My first truck was a Tradesman Dodge B100 Van and it was a Slant 6, Ram has come full circle .Good lunch if you get problems needing an engine rebuild with that thing😂

[@dannykrauskopf7404]

Excellent episode!!! 😁

[@ralfpassing]

The pricing is out of reality for a "worktruck" - It might be great but all modern trucks are out of affordability for most people and if you have to spend that much money for a worktruck it's no wonder that's inflation get's out of control. I don't need adaptive cruise control, lane assist or a 14" screen Less than ever a passenger display or digital cluster. Even a speedometer is only necessary to avoid speeding fines. If a manufactorer comes back to a basic level and offers a full size truck with a high payload under 35K USD / 50K CAD he will sell high numbers to companies and working people

[@MBTUE]

Sticker prices are crazy ! Nice review .

[@mountainhobo]

The prices are nuts.

[@davehammock5256]

The Ram boxes are also ice chest on both sides. Look inside and you will the drain plug. Also it is set up to house a hunting rifle.

[@bobdennis4801]

The interesting thing I’m seeing is when the 5.7 was an option I didn’t see much of any 3.6 pentastars. Now I’m seeing a bunch of them in the Big Horn trims here. And that motor in a Big Horn for $60k is terrible. When I can get an XLT PowerBoost for close to $60k.

[@843MudMafia.]

U can get 3.0 in the big horn

[@bobdennis4801]

@@843MudMafia.I know. Just saying it’s surprising to see so many 3.6s now.

[@843MudMafia.]

@@bobdennis4801 yea

[@arthurwright255]

People are realizing the Hemi engine is goofy and not needed. Horrible mpg, outdated tech, and if you drove a 5.7 vs 3.6 Pentastar you really couldn't tell a difference in power, they just sounded a little different that's all.

[@deanmay338]

Great video as always. Informative. And, I greatly appreciate your focus on payload. We are cross shopping midsize and 1/2 ton trucks to tow a small camper and haul camping gear. The payload benchmark for me is 1500 lbs for a midsize and 1800 lbs for a 1/2 ton. None of these trucks, as shown, have sufficient payload. All a sharp. Even the Tradesman as shown exceeds my price limit unless heavily discounted. Trucks have truly surpassed luxury sedans as status symbols. Why would I ever want a $90K pickup truck with only 1,000 lbs of payload? I will continue to look at the Tradesman and Big Horn, but I suspect not enough payload and too much money! ;)

[@terrencejones9817]

I wouldn't touch one of these trucks for at least 3 years. That engine has a lot to prove and the power numbers seem wild for factory straight 6.

[@tbirdboy]

83k for a mid trim. Stellantis isn't going to last much longer. The fully loaded Limited Longhorn sat in my dealers showroom in 2022 for that.

[@busslayer4790]

Can you option a locking diff in any model or do you have to get a dedicated off road model?

[@denothedean2385]

Hi TK, I'll be in the market for a 25/26 3500hd diesel and would suggest a future video of Howard comparing the 6.6 duramax vs 6.7 cummins. Thanks for the work you put into these videos, these new trucks are so expensive I will take my time doing proper research.

[@mike_johnson87]

Some of y'all just need to accept you can't afford these vehicles you are looking at. Because if you could, you would easily find something in your price range. However expecting all of the options these trucks shown in the video offer at anything less than 42k just proves it. Y'all need to shop in your price range of what you can afford instead of wasting your time looking at and complaining about vehicles you can't pay for!🤦🏿‍♂️💯

[@VineV-Dutch]

Basic truck: close to 60k!!🤯😱 Since when is this normal? People: stand up and protest. It's ridiculous with these prices. And society finds it strange we can't afford his health care for everybody, good roads, people evicted from their houses, people in debt....😒😒😒😒

[@stevehenderson2571]

Price is why Ram still is the highest days of inventory of all vehicles on the market … 153 days. Also I just looked at my Honda Ridgeline that’s says cargo max is 1543 lbs. Still tows 5,000 lbs V6. I would have bought another GMC Sierra SLE-1 Crew Cab. GMC priced out of my range. Call these Ridgeline Barbi trucks if you may …. But OTD cost $41640.

[@Calebflying2025]

The Ridgeline is not even in the same truck segment lol. Completely different. Also, you can better discounts. You coils have definitely got a level one Big Horn or tradesman d For the similar price point.

[@MinnesotaSlim89]

Great reviews. I love the looks of these trucks. However, the 24 Ford Ranger has a better payload than these Rams.

[@turnerruma5977]

I like the horizontal interior design of the GM trucks than the vertical display that RAM does.

[@843MudMafia.]

Ram start the big screen deal

[@joeyzasa7383]

Agree

[@JGARY92]

I'm staying with my 2021 Limited Night Edition from here to the moon. 🥰🥰🥰

[@andrewsharman4419]

Another great review Steve. Insane prices though!!

[@scottpearce7466]

I'll be buying one used...about 10yrs old, maybe 20! 😅

[@ARojas15]

My very well optioned 2020 Ram 1500 LARAMIE 5.7 HEMI Crew Cab with the optioned SPORTS package was $65,000, and you're telling me the TRADESMAN with some okay options ig is almost $60,000??? Now that's crazzzy 😂

[@sethmisaelhernandez5902]

Honestly tradesman is just the name, as it has almost all the features your laramie offers with a better Powertrain.

[@luism8130]

@@sethmisaelhernandez5902 People don't understand... The tradesman has most of the features of a fully loaded truck did years ago and a MUCH better engine.

[@sethmisaelhernandez5902]

@luism8130 not hard to tell, but I guess it is to some people.

[@ARojas15]

@sethmisaelhernandez5902 I agree to disagree. However, I do say most of us can agree that the prices of these new entry-level trucks are absurd, and the economy we're living in has made it difficult for many to obtain such vehicles. Yes, I understand we have inflation and a bit more standard options for these new entry-level trim levels, but $60,000 for a basemodel work truck is a bit steep.

[@sethmisaelhernandez5902]

@@ARojas15 I agree the price is very high.

[@glennmati2435]

Very good reviews!

[@MECX3490]

Great review!!

[@germanjimenez5968]

That's the truck I'm looking for. The Limited. Love the split tailgate. Does it come with the panorama roof?

[@pplace993]

The prices of these trucks are beyond crazy!!! I bought a 2019 Laramie Black Edition fully loaded in 2018 brand new it stickered for 66k and came with 13k in discounts! As much as I want to trade up to a 2025 Limited night package, there's no way I'm paying 85-90k for virtually the same truck! The same goes for the Ford and GMC variations! This is getting ridiculous!

[@jimlove3795]

Prices are ridiculous. Glad I got my Longhorn when I did. Speaking of which, the Longhorn as I understand it, is actually above the Limited now, which is what I’ve been saying since 2020 when I bought mine. Great video though. But I would never pay today’s prices !

[@markv78]

Great segment TH !

[@zapias2]

Those high trim versions are loaded in parts to fail real soon, some times even the same day they roll out of the dealership

[@DavidFlores-du3rm]

Longhorn was missed :( can't wait to see the RHO. Those are the two I'm considering so will be looking for those reviews

[@Lq32332]

The Tradesman is a good value. I have 2017 Hemi Tradesman and its payload is 1,283 lbs vs 1,646 in this one. Plus that 8 in screen is the one I want anyways- it’s a good balance between physical knobs / buttons and screen.

[@nordlandak6853]

What’s funny is the lower half of the bigger screen is used for functions anyway. That’s why I also chose the smaller screen to have real buttons.

[@philipwood8776]

Beautiful trucks

[@michaelwaiwood5629]

I'd get a teadsman or bighorn in a quad cab. It has more payload than the crew cab and much cheaper. I don't really need a big back seat area.

[@johnmeeboer8971]

love the videos. Can you going forward let us know what is "subscription based "options.

[@RobSlat]

Tradesmen the best deal and then customize it to fit yourself. Merry Christmas ✌️👊

[@hemi5point7]

These prices are insane! Who can afford these higher end models? Crazy!

[@marcosvillareal3556]

Very good video 🙏 is weird how it changes in Mexico , I just ordered my larime Hemi and here is top of the line but weird in the USA non has the hemi and the larime has no panoramic roof

[@mrlookn4dchewn84]

When will we see the tungsten at dealers lot?

[@dannyneal9713]

Man I wish u had the Longhorn was really looking forward to seeing the seats from the web it looks different than previous year

[@busslayer4790]

I had a Ram with those floor bins. I was crawling over some rocks and when the wheels came down off of a rock, it lowered the bin onto some other rocks. The bins crumpled like a soda can, puking out everything I had in them up into the floor of the back seat.

[@bradbaraniuk4085]

what more or different options wouid you get with the limited longhorn over the limited.

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

☕ Happy Sunday ☕

[@1chrismagill]

What happened to the all electric,with the 3.6l range extender?

[@bobman717]

I think that's coming later this year with the full electric

[@mjdgi1]

People have to stop buying these 60k trucks. I will never pay that for a base truck. They're trying to get us used to paying these crazy amounts of money for these trucks but trying to force us to accept this is the new normal .....not for me😮

[@2151abell]

Im not sure where all this ( Truck market ) is heading these days, but we, the buying public, seem to really be getting SCREWED. What needs to happen is, we NEED to Stop giving in and buying them.

[@mikeparkin7262]

I think that rams decision to kill of the hemi was wrong only because GM,Ford and even the Toyota still has a V8 option. yes i know that the Hurrricane makes more power but Ram could have developed a hemi to make over 500Hp if they wanted to.

[@843MudMafia.]

Toyota don't have a v8 in there truck

[@robertfernandez8149]

Is the eco diesel coming back?

[@vinny6685]

Cool trucks I have 2016 longhorn 4x4 and it’s been a great vehicle. I may go to the twin turbo .

[@kevinarnold3523]

Great Video!!

[@brians.1357]

Are all the RAM motors built in Mexico now?? I see they assemble some trucks in the USA but all the window stickers I’ve seen on the 2025’s so far engine source:Mexico ??

[@TboneSRT]

That's the same sport hood since the 5th gen first came out

[@cameronwingate7477]

The tradesmen Quad cab with the pentastar engine and a few efficient rear axle with the locking differential is fine for me

[@blackridge1491]

That is insane. $57k for the base truck.

[@Hengsha]

the beancounters coming up with these prices were delusional

[@rocket9152]

Will Ram still have the Sport trim available in Canada in 2025?

[@petermentis5106]

Jury is still out on Hurricane motors. Hopefully, they’ll hold up as well as the V8s. Also hoping the airbags hold up over time. Concur with your comments on the Tungsten. RAM could have added a few more standard features, such as 2kw outlets, rear window shades, bed divider, etc.. Hmmm, wonder if they’ll have an EV or RAMCHARGER Tungsten trim level?

[@petermentis5106]

Clicked send too soon. Concur with many comments on the cost of today’s trucks. I may dream, but I’m still holding on to my overpriced 2015 RAM Laramie. 😕

[@alp3781]

After owning the new Laramie, I forgot what is V8 Hemi......For real. What an amazing ride and power.