This 2019 Ram 2500 HD Mega Cab Is SHOCKINGLY Expensive - But How Well Can It Tow?

( www.TFLtruck.com ) The 2019 Ram 2500 HD Laramie Loinghorn Mega Cab with a 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel engine is luxurious and expensive at nearly $100,000 Canadian, but how well does it tow? Stephen takes the truck out for an MPG test, both unladen and towing.
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[@ricwestdoesitwork]

Great job. Enjoyed this fuel mileage tests.

[@jaybee2344]

The mileage will increase once the engine is broken in.

[@johncarroll7552]

I got a 2017 for 1/2 the price great great truck

[@rylandreuben2250]

i realize it's quite off topic but does anyone know a good website to watch newly released movies online ?

[@amosmarcelo2514]

@Ryland Reuben Flixportal

[@rylandreuben2250]

@Amos Marcelo thanks, signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) Appreciate it !

[@highjix]

I personally loved how on that dodge website it said "Mega Cab" but the picture was of a regular cab truck

[@akltom]

11L for 100km? shit... our 2.2L defender cost more diesel than this beast. great truck

[@bangbang-ko2gi]

He looks like a discount luke combs

[@anthonyc1883]

Ha! Dunno about the discount part, but I immediately thought of him when I saw Luke Combs perform last week at Farm Aid in East Troy, Wisconsin. And I knew nothing of Combs previously.

[@jamieshields9521]

Awesome vid thanks for doing conversion mpg = L/100km that is about same as my 2011 Nissan Navara 2.5lt diesel.

[@BigBoyToyzz]

Please do a 2500 with the 6.4 non-powerwagon

[@darrenwilkins8702]

My 2018 Laramie crew cab short bed diesel pulling a 33ft 10k pound trailer on a 1700 mile trip from Utah to South Dakota and other points in between averaged 11 MPG but our average interstate speed was around 75 miles per hour. On small trips unloaded I get pretty consistent 21-22 MPG that’s at 70-75 miles per hour if I drive 80 then it’s more like 18 MPG.

[@jonathanbarger2493]

Please do an Ike gauntlet of the 2019 Ram HD with the 6.4 hemi and the 8 speed. I want to see how big of a difference that 8 speed makes!

[@JerseyMikeP]

I want the 6.4L in the 1500 ;-) Can you say SRT8?

[@scubatrucker6806]

Great looking truck and great setup.

[@tonyboneize]

Do you think you need the tow haul mode on on the weight your pulling?

[@j.sch.3535]

Would be nice to see the test without tow haul mode would be interesting how the fuel economy would change but still good video

[@Sport-wg2tv]

the reason why that backup camera is not full screen on the 12" because the picture be so distorted if it was so that is way it is only on half of the screen

[@g00dgh0st]

Nice one guys, great job. Why on TFLnow instead of TFLtruck?

[@libarra81]

I would like to apologize on behalf of all canadians for this mans criticism on the Rams reverse camera screen usage.

[@nathanmclaughlin1586]

@Eric Sanchez LOL the USA is one to talk and also it is Prime Minister not President

[@joesparrow3869]

Good thing you live somewhere that you can talk like that. Think about it.

[@sonsofliberty3081]

@@nathanmclaughlin1586 our president is awesome. If not for him we would have big motor high hp cars or trucks. Called off the cafe standards, cut back the epa regulations on farmers, lowest unemployment rates ever for all minorities and over all since 69. We have the best economy in the world with no one even close in 2nd. Gave the middle finger to nato and told them we weren't paying for their crap anymore. If it weren't for the dems trying to fabricate stories to get rid of him he'd have a lot more done. He's projected to win in a landslide in 2020 so the dems are desperate. If he has total control look out, largest economic boom since the industrial revolution.

[@nrk2of3]

do you account for DEF in your mpg. It should be mp$.

[@TheTsunamijuan]

Speaking of tow haul mode. I found on my 2018, that it gets better MPG in tow haul than it does with it off. The trans often seems to be in the wrong gear for the best economy actually lowering the economy. While You don't need the torque and quite the level of throttle response while emptyish its extremely noticeable how it behaves.

[@canadaplace2be176]

What kinda test u doing red. See how many donuts it holds.??

[@rickysafer2895]

Since I had my Eco Diesel emissions re-call re-set performed I can't get over 19 mpg on the highway when I averaged 28 mpg and even better sometimes. Also for all you Eco Diesel owners I'm still waiting on my cash settlement that I turned in back in May. But I must say this is pretty good fuel mileage for a HD.

[@topleader333]

Good Job man , you are very great youtuber.

[@aaronw8606]

You have to wonder if it cost so much because Ram decided to charge more for the extra "a" in Mega Caab. (it's at 16:51)

[@reko3103]

if you choose the option for the 12inch screen, do you lose the rotary dial gear knob?

[@sw5334]

Rotary dial is only on the power wagon 2500 cause of the 8 speed trans, standard HD 2500 and 3500 still have the 6 speed trans w/column shift.

[@axelwallenberg6167]

Always enjoy these! But just a quick question how much time to you allow the engine to idle while at the gas station? As it could really effect the results. Yes trucks and cars use gas while idling.

[@TheJoKeR-su8sj]

No way i thought they ran on air 😰😰😰?

[@Drew858pb]

What’s with the old steering wheel

[@mitchelllong5848]

My Nissan Altima has the J Brake feature and it’s awesome, it’s a CVT but it’s still cool

[@panthermartin7784]

A J Brake? As in it holds the exhaust valve closed to slow you down?

[@walter777smith6]

Can you get a Mega Cab in a limited version??? Excellent review .

[@TheTechCguy]

I still have a thing for the older 3rd gen Rams with the 5.9 Cummins.

[@davidtaylor5811]

I would be happy daily driving this truck without ever towing a thing.

[@BrianLampright913]

David Taylor you would be happier daily driving a 1500 HEMI, they are a lot nicer to drive for non-towing duty. I just traded my 1500 for a 2500...the 2500 is awesome...but if I never towed a gigantic trailer no way in hell I would own one. I would drive a kick *** Porsche or something if I didn’t haul trailers.

[@JohnSmith-ev1sm]

Just a FYI; you can't use the VIN lookup to find exact payload specs for your truck. It's not accurate, it does not account for the various features of your exact truck (despite using the VIN). Always use the sticker on the door, there are differences of 300 pounds or more between the sticker and the site.

[@perpelle]

Is the lower part of the screen only for controls? Isn't that worthless? You want physical buttons för that.

[@jamesbeaman6337]

pelleper Steven said that’s why he prefers the 8.4 inch screen to the 12 inch.

[@user-wm9ux9kf6d]

That’s a great looking truck!

[@paulj9821]

@Jappy Time So when it was American people like you still called it trash. Oh that's right, you are one of those loyalists. Not worth anything near ford he says, what a joke considering work on FORD pickups all day.

[@markdemmer5657]

Okay, what about the ride, loaded and empty? Was it quiet on the inside or was there a lot of road noise? How did it make you feel after driving it all day. Where you tired did your back hurt?

[@leehancock2782]

@Jappy Time Dont be angry because you cant have one.

[@Cameron_7127]

Jappy Time You need to calm down bro!

[@RedWhiteRoxor]

You can set it to show the whole screen as a camera.

[@axelcastillo559]

How???

[@highjix]

sorry, I am not a fan of capless fuel systems, I disliked it when Ford started using them (not sure who first started going capless) and I don't like that it is spreading. I admit I have not used them so maybe I am mistaken, but when I was young and we lived in an apartment complex a kid got the bright idea to stuff acorns down the filler tube of my families car. After that they purchased lockable gas caps that required a key to open, Without that option is there not a way to keep your fuel system safe? Does the capless system keep people from stealing gas from your tanks?

[@armaanbhimani4679]

highjix the fuel door locks when the car is locked so people can’t just get into the fill area to steal/put stuff into the tank

[@bangbang-ko2gi]

My sister had a 2015 ford fiesta and it was cap less only a fuel pump could go in. It wouldnt work with anything else.

[@rooh5825]

You just purchase a billeted aluminum cap for them, there are some awesome ones on amazon for 20 bucks, magnetic backs so you can just put them on the backside of the gas door while you are filling. I forgot to put mine back in once and drove for about 15 minutes at 70 mph in my ecodiesel, saw it, got off at the next exit, the gas cap was still there. As far as people stealing gas, the configuration of the system no longer allows people do do that, you can't get a hose down the line.

[@jeffthompson9589]

100k that's a steal..

[@eddied.2100]

I really like this truck but definitely pricy. Hope to own one soon to tow my toy hauler and SxS.

[@BrewPub]

If you are spending $100K, why wouldn't you get the Aisin?

[@FredHerrman]

What’s with all the Canadian units of measure?

[@zerozeeros]

You yanks are the only mob that uses the miles and feet and pound measurements. So shutup

[@markadams5823]

I still prefer the center console that folds up for additional seating and the front seat

[@corylee2261]

Why dont you guys do a few hd tests with say a tradesman or bighorn with the 6.4 not everyone buys a loaded diesel...like me

[@WheelinWithAustin]

I only have to pay almost $100,000 to have guarenteed emission problems?! Where do I sign?

[@tjlift22]

WheelinWithAustin 🤣🤣🤣

[@geog5523]

Damn wish they made the 2500 with an Aisin transmission, too bad it’s only on the 3500 where you lose the rear coil suspension. Not that I can afford either lmfao

[@cumminschris8166]

Nice truck but I would love a Limited 3500 HO

[@thomasbowman1705]

Ram is the best best interior of any truck and Ram trucks last longest lasting

[@shanet7511]

Thomas Bowman Only the Cummins lasts the longest, everything else falls apart quicker

[@jeffthompson9589]

Fiat makes a shit truck.. Its that big gawdy screen that gets everyones attention.

[@shanet7511]

mtrujillo1973 I’ve seen the interior of 4 year old Laramie and higher trims with low miles and the seats already have a lot of wear, trucks listed with new trans with well under 100k miles, 2 of my friends with 2010+ HD had to replace their rear end... I’ve noticed a trend. But yes they’re beautiful, the Cummins kicks ass, and the mega cab is genius. Despite the fact they still ride like shit I’m probably going to buy one for the mega cab.

[@bradbb2005]

You should always check the door sticker for payload. Another channel found that tool to be inaccurate.

[@moparhov]

I purchased this almost exact truck in August for $69,500. Not cheap of course, but not close to the Canadian 100k, and a good bit lower than US 81k. Less options can get you way lower. The diesel alone adds $9000 in US. Funny only 7k Canadian. Love the truck, but only getting 18.5 mpg, not his 21. But, not driving too terribly slow either. ;)

[@BrianLampright913]

Thanks for finally doing mpg test on a 2500. I just did one today on mine and with 2 dirt bikes in the back I got my best tank of 18mpg. Having a hard time believing you got 21 that’s a huge difference from what I’m seeing with mine. 3.73 gears and slightly larger 295/70R18 tires that didn’t change mpg from stock crappy tires.

[@killerb5726]

Brian Lampright My 2015, on the highway would consistently hit 23 cruising at 70+. Hand calculated, it was insane.

[@thomasbishop9098]

1800 pounds payload? Forgot it. Might as well get a 3500. Once you get a Cummins in a 2500, it eats up payload vs the 6.4

[@MONGO573]

That truck is not worth no hundred grand none of them are !!!!! The big three are going to price themselves right out of business

[@noahranker4133]

matt Fenza don’t get the limited idiot

[@MONGO573]

Noah Ranker So this is how you talk to people by calling them idiots and besides I have the limited And I didn’t pay 100 grand

[@ron2280]

@@MONGO573 , They cost that much because they're worth it. $80k (US) is a real bargain when you factor in everything these trucks do. In the '50's, '60's and '70's a top of the line car or truck was still more than most people made in a year and they barely had brakes. The technology, comfort and capability in these new trucks is nearly free compared to mid 20th century transportation. Not to mention the towing capacity of these is more than the capacity of a 2 ton truck in those days and the torque is more than most semi's from that period. Also, these new trucks will go 3 to 4 times further on a gallon of fuel. Gasoline in 1956 was about 30 cents which translates to about $2.85 today......which is much cheaper today because $2.85 is a much smaller percentage of the household budget than $0.30 was in 1956. Lastly, most vehicles needed major mechanical by 20k miles and often times engine and trans rebuilds by 60k. Perspective.......on another note, I may be a hypocrite because my 2019 Ram was only $65k.....not $80k....but it is worth every penny. ;-)

[@MONGO573]

Ronald Iverson I rather buy a pre emission Cummins gmc or ford than these. New diesels I owned 2 of them and the spent more time at the dealerships than they did on the road every other week a break down and it always was from the emissions system never again

[@charger118]

People will always buy what they cant resist. Even if they cant afford it.

[@TheRooSkittler]

A $1.15 a liter? Wow it would be nice if fuel where that cheap here in Australia

[@jeffanderson7256]

2.50$-2.80$ for a gallon here in Massachusetts, not to bad when I think about the people that have to buy per liter

[@philmarwood69]

UK diesel us £4.471 per gallon. That's $5.852 USA dollar lol

[@AbzAden]

I’m not considered if it can tow a better question would be can it last...

[@MrComputerCoder]

It's a Cummins diesel. Yes. It will definitely last a very long time.

[@fl350r]

I love the look and features of this truck. I just wish FCA would fix their reliability issues.

[@rigging1377]

What reliability issues are you speaking of?

[@therealjohnsmith4811]

Lorne H news.pickuptrucks.com/2016/10/ram-ranks-last-in-consumer-reports-reliability-survey.html

[@therealjohnsmith4811]

Lorne H www.autoevolution.com/news/consumer-reports-ram-3500-tops-least-reliable-cars-survey-129806.html

[@fl350r]

@@rigging1377 www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2019/02/13/j-d-power-2019-lexus-toyota-porsche-most-reliable-dependable-cars/2846324002/

[@rigging1377]

@@therealjohnsmith4811 cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/ram/1500

[@NWI_Steel]

1900lb payload capacity? Absolutely pathetic for a heavy duty. Lol

[@leehancock2782]

@D B Hes just mad because he cant have one, no worries.

[@Doc8224]

It’s absolutely pathetic. There are Ram 1500’s with close to that payload. I see these trucks loaded down with huge 5th wheel campers and the owners have no idea they are super over limit on payload.

[@AkioWasRight]

Seriously, larger cabs, solids axles, power accessories, even leather adds weight and reduces your capacity. If you want payload, then get a stripped work truck or step up to heavier duty suspension. They have double or even triple the payload capacity in some configurations. Trucks are built for whatever your needs are, there's nothing pathetic here, you simply have to choice.

[@NWI_Steel]

@@AkioWasRight What's the point in having a Cummins when you can only tow 10k lbs because your payload (tongue weight) is your limiting factor?

[@AkioWasRight]

@@NWI_Steel The general rule for tongue weight is between 10%-15% of a total trailer weight. That is up to 19,000 lbs. towing, Besides, what rule says you have to have press any limits of a Cummins engine? Some people just like the added power, even if the engine is under-stressed.

[@919hey]

I don't care how well it tows it would never justify 6 figures

[@rsdna9698]

For some people this is a tool and can be justified, other people just have more money than you and don't need to justify it.

[@919hey]

@@rsdna9698maybe they do but you dont need all those fancy options infact a base model 2wd single cab tows more than any loaded truck, it's a truck let's not forget what it's made for

[@robofthehood]

Is it still a truck or out outrageous monthly payment.

[@dnlcast2]

???🤔

[@insxmnia_exe]

nice ass truck

[@shockracer]

The only thing that frustrates me with the design on the new RAMs is the gauge cluster. The Longhorn and limited are supposed to have every option and features that lower ones don't. In past models the gauge cluster matched the trim level of the Longhorn or Limited and were vary refined and detailed, these news ones don't... But the Rebel does??? This in coming from an all options 4th gen Limited RAM owner.

[@dochollywood1921]

@Jappy Time even though there isnt a single Italian part in them, but hey that's none of my business. I couldn't care less about who owns who, so long as the American parts content is high and helping feed american families

[@paulj9821]

@Jappy TimeDo you feel sorry for the Ferrari losers as well? You know a FIAT owned company that is the most recognized brand in the world and the pinnacle of high performance sports cars. When you grow some pubic hair maybe then a conversation of value can be had.

[@Rockrewls]

Hell would freeze over before the day I would pay almost 99k for a 3/4 ton truck way over priced!!!

[@darrenrodgers7273]

Bought one for 62k here in Colorado

[@iowa5378]

D U you must have never bought a car before or a truck that’s the retail price you can drop the price and talk it out I don’t think anything dodge truck is 100K

[@zerozeeros]

In Australia these are worth 180 so settle down mate haha

[@SSYoung125]

The reason that holds the higher RPMs for a second for the grade braking when you go back to throttle is if you're going downhill in a back uphill it keeps that RPMs up so that if you put your foot into it to start head back up the other side of the Hill then the RPMs already built up it doesn't have to downshift and then upshift again

[@antonlagervall1]

great test. my bigest problem with the truck will be the wallet

[@HAHA.GoodMeme]

Kilometers when testing an American truck in America? Use FREEDOM UNITS ffs

[@masonwhite4377]

HA.HA. GoodMeme He’s in Canada

[@Chad-wb7du]

Don’t you mean engine exhaust braking? I think that was slowing you down more so than the transmission.

[@anthonyk423]

If you go to the right dealership they’ll knock off $15,000 to close to $20,000 especially if its at the end of the month near the end of the year when they’re trying to meet quota.

[@jakerobertson9568]

Tony K not on a heavy duty. 10K tips on their most desperate day

[@joeg.1119]

I love the truck not the damn price $

[@torment12345]

the smaller 1500 has 45 inches of leg room oddly

[@brjha]

the cab of the 1500 is all new as well. The HD trucks retain the cab of the 4th generation RAMs.

[@jacobb6313]

But why is it still a 5.5 bed?

[@panthermartin7784]

Mega cab?

[@jacobb6313]

@@panthermartin7784 i get that normal a mega cab gets a short bed but that limits turning with a 5th wheel and storage whant you want to haul the people around that require the megacab.

[@JerseyMikeP]

Sucks that the 2500 gets a lower powered Cummins vs. the 3500. Also the Payload rating it's impressive. If you can't do it with a 1500, just go to the 3500.

[@Therealtruthhurts2024]

Average is 2000 payload from sub mc

[@paulfun8720]

The number of litres of gas required to do 100 kilometers is so much easier to understand.

[@paulherring8208]

Nice interior but the cost of half a house it better be !!!!!!!

[@kevinbarry71]

2500 would be a lot more attractive if they offered the Aisen. Extremely strong and durable transmission. Also ships well. Quite different from the Chrysler built monstrosity that you have. 68rfe

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Kevin Barry absolutely nothing wrong with the 68.

[@RedWhiteRoxor]

Yep if they would offer the aisin in the 2500 I would have one in my driveway, but I'll be shopping for a 3500 just because of that. 68rfe has had too many problems and driving one feels so sluggish.

[@toofastnobrakes]

Kevin Barry The Aisen is better paired with the HO Cummins. It shifts better and can handle the extra torque. It’s made for work. Most people who tow heavy commercially stick with 1tons. It’s part of why the HO isn’t in the 2500.

[@CornFed_3]

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with the 68RFE. I’ve seen some broken within a 1,000 miles and I’ve seen some over 500k miles. It’s all in how they’re treated. People also don’t understand that a heavy duty transmission will feel sluggish driving around town. They’re meant to go-go-go, not sit through stop and go traffic. The 68 in my 2015 was amazing and I’d buy one again.

[@snowmanwithahat]

The tuning on the 68rfe is not great. It honestly feels like it's in the wrong gear just as much as the Tacoma I was driving before this. If you try and accelerate you'll fine you're often in the wrong gear and even with the tow mode on it'll up shift before it's ready, forcing another downshift almost immediately on the next application of any more throttle. I haven't driven one with the Aisin, but I've driven a lot of miles towing and unloaded with a Duramax and an Allison and I really prefer that combo compared to the Cummins and 68rfe in my 2019 Ram, which I have nearly 11,000 miles on so far, so this isn't based off of just a test drive. I'm tempted to go 6.4L Hemi and seem this one off, or if I wanted true heavy towing I'd jump to the 3500 and give the HO Cummins and Aisin a shot.

[@revmotor]

How well does it handle mall parking structures?

[@JP-ti5lz]

It's 2019, who still goes to malls?

[@reviewscentralchannel4162]

Before the 2500 and high output 3500 Cummins diesels were only different in tranny and tuning, now there are actual engine differences. No way I’d ever buy a 2500, if I’m looking for a 250-2500 I’m going ford or GM. If I’m going 3500 then it’s a open field between the 3

[@Deuteross]

The wheels look so tiny.

[@everydayraymnnd]

What did he mean you can get 5k lbs for payload?

[@jameswkndmechanic174]

Lots of power, great fuel economy. I never hear anyone talk about the increased maintenance costs compared to gas.

[@JerseyMikeP]

Diesel Powertrain warranty is for 100,000 miles, Gas is only 60,000 miles. That makes a big difference.

[@gorillaninja78]

To bad they didn’t keep the Asin transmission

[@rigging1377]

They did, they only put them in high output diesel 3500's.

[@jackal1168]

The front end is definitely more beefy and butch. Rams always had a tough brutish Image. good looking truck👍

[@dowen1511]

In 5 years that truck will be 35,000 on the car lot. 😂

[@TheTsunamijuan]

I love my 2018 2500 HD megacab cummins, the cab size is awesome. Between tool and parts hauling and passengers in the cab its wonderful. The towing has been great so far too. However the quality and support from ram and my dealer have been complete shit. Had a number of serious problems with it and where treated like crap and lied too. FCA's attitude of 7 more visits to fix some of this stuff is normal is also complete shit. AS well as the damage sustained to it and poor handling by techs, cause "who cares its a truck" is also shit in my book.

[@ATlayle]

If you are having an issue with the dealership you have been going to seek out a new one.

[@TheTsunamijuan]

@@ATlayle I would if the next closest one wasn't 350miles away.

[@joevasquez1776]

That price it tarded I can buy a use semi truck for 50

[@philmarwood69]

And it'll spend a lot of time in the shop at that price range. Don't venture too far from home with it.

[@joevasquez1776]

Phil Marwood not really, new cascadias spend just as much time in my shop as the old ones costing 50

[@Serf_dumb]

Nearly $100k and a RAM transmission??? Now that's funny. Maybe a 15-20 year loan payment will allow more people to afford? What could possibly go wrong with that idea?

[@lancemartin1153]

He said $100,000 CAD which is $75K USD. Still pretty expensive.

[@HASSON454]

Auto makers are insane, $80k for at most a $30k cost to build truck.

[@panthermartin7784]

He prefers the 8.4" .

[@linksgarage1985]

Luke Combs!

[@Greg-op7lg]

Scott Link sure looks like him lol.

[@UNKNOWN-le2tu]

i get why someone would buy this truck. maybe they need the towing & payload capacity and want the luxury option. me though, if i had that money i would get a hellcat truck (trx)

[@jamescalvert240]

The Laramie Longhorn isnt the top trim. The Limited is

[@jeffshultz5348]

James Calvert actually the two trims are almost exactly the same. The longhorn is a stile package.

[@eddieframnes3829]

The all black trim is actually boring. The western black and cattle tan interior is more appealing in my opinion, and is why i bought one in that configuration.

[@miguelircontar]

Damn a Deer wouldn’t stand no chance against that grill

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Miguel Ircontar and? That argument could be said of any truck made passed 1980

[@aaronbritt2025]

$100k CA? What's that $45k US? :)

[@42ambrocio]

For like 75k US

[@aaronbritt2025]

@@42ambrocio That whistle noise is the joke going over your head.

[@panthermartin7784]

75k Chinese dollars u mean ...

[@kimsac1]

❤️👍👍

[@freedomisntfree_44]

I’ll take the f250 it comes standard 450hp and 935lb/ft for the 19’s

[@brandonh8910]

Its almost 100k Canadian funny money, US wouldn't be so bad.

[@tomilee78]

Payload should be around 2000lbs. You should look at the yellow sticker

[@sergiovazquez398]

That Ram was made in Mexico 🇲🇽

[@damaliamarsi2006]

I'd drive away for under 50k

[@gillesthibault429]

The only saving grace of this truck is called Cummins.

[@iamdavid6716]

I just found a 2019 for 65k.

[@nokoolaid]

Who the hell would spend that much on a truck? Even if I was wealthy I wouldn't.

[@jamesbradford7817]

Sad that most middle class workers who makes up most of the work force in America can't afford trucks like this anymore my 03 powerstroke crewcab longbed 4x4 lariat was 42 or 43 thousand my last truck that was bought new

[@AkioWasRight]

$42,000-$43,000 back then would about $60,000 today. You could easily but a Lariat 4x4 today for that kind of money, even before discounts. Also, most middle class Americans don't need trucks. They have 9-5 jobs and can easily survive with a Honda. Trucks are for people who work using their trucks, mainly business people who have decent income, not people who commute to work.

[@jamesbradford7817]

@@AkioWasRight It's not only for new vehicles everything else is getting expensive also

[@AkioWasRight]

@@jamesbradford7817 No, it's not. Take a common car as an example. A 2003 Camry 4dr Sdn LE W/Auto was $19,875. With today's prices, that would be about $28,000 after inflation. A comparable Toyota Camry today is $24,095, about $4,000 less. The new car is cheaper when adjusted for inflation. In general, prices aren't going up, they have remained the same or have gotten cheaper over the last decade or two.

[@nokoolaid]

This channel reviews vehicles I would never buy, which is why I don't watch most, unless it's relevant or ridiculous.