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

We take a spin in the 2025 Ram 1500 lineup, from Tradesman to Tungsten, to see the differences from a base Ram up to a top-spec version. We look at payload, towing, power, features and more.
Let us know your thoughts on the 2025 Ram 1500 lineup and whether or not you miss the HEMI V8.
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[@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

[@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.

[@TB-dj8kl]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@monty52086]

Same I used to have a Laramie as well. I gitnit off the lot for 49 smh. Cracy

[@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.

[@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

[@SirGreta]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@ALMX5DP]

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

[@1gr8oil]

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

[@selfcarefordudes]

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

[@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.

[@benjaminward5295]

Ram needs a Peasantman trim.

[@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.

[@Kliffy77]

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

[@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.

[@johnkoko]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@JsGarage]

Ram 1500 is a great overall truck.

[@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!

[@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

[@billseiler4952]

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

[@captainamerica9353]

UPS Drivers

[@piotrk1047]

@@captainamerica9353 maybe the 1099 contract once

[@dannykrauskopf7404]

Excellent episode!!! 😁

[@mountainhobo]

The prices are nuts.

[@kimbentsen]

The whole range is a winner.

[@kevinarnold3523]

Great Video!!

[@markv78]

Great segment TH !

[@glennmati2435]

Very good reviews!

[@gangaadhikari6389]

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

[@andrewsharman4419]

Another great review Steve. Insane prices though!!

[@philipwood8776]

Beautiful trucks

[@Robert.Lee1989]

Hopefully they add the night edition package to the tradesman again

[@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.

[@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.

[@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😂

[@johnmeeboer8971]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@vladimirpapian6458]

Awesome review bro 😎

[@TruckKing]

Thanks! 👍

[@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

[@vinny6685]

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

[@JGARY92]

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

[@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! ;)

[@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

[@busslayer4790]

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

[@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.

[@pt6998]

Waiting on the REV now.

[@chileshemubanga3594]

Love the Rebel!🎉

[@402tyler8]

over 90k for a “truck” that doesn’t even have 1000lbs payload? oh hell no.

[@ohioguy4326]

I like the Laramie, The Big Horn looks real good with the Red and black as well.

[@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....😒😒😒😒

[@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.

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

☕ Happy Sunday ☕

[@rocket9152]

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

[@cameronwingate7477]

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

[@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

[@Brutus_Buckeye]

Any indication from Ram of a forthcoming midsize pickup?

[@TboneSRT]

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

[@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.

[@delayeddeyhaus7720]

Cummins lol. Solid front axle tells you everything you need to know.

[@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.

[@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😮

[@fairfun1000]

Do all trim levels have the “dead pedal”?

[@akwild83]

So a base model truck is pushing 60k? And these engines are all assembled in Mexico, yeah no thanks

[@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 ??

[@johnrobinson9517]

I love all the ram trucks.

[@glowsticks2003]

As much as i hated ram getting rid of the Hemi V8 i gotta admit the limited, the tungsten, and the rebel are nice might consider buying one in the future thats if the market drops it 50k down i aint paying 85k to 100k for a 1500 truck if its a Bentley or lambo i get it

[@MoparHollics]

Laramie and continue limited are my favorite but they got to have ram box and split tailgate I owned a 2021 Southwest edition with Ram Box and split tailgate it was a game-changer at first I was skeptical about those features but they came very handy for the time I own my pickup truck the only downfall with this new drugs is no more hemi engines😢

[@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.

[@SuperTrueQue]

Isn’t the Limited a step up from the Laramie? I always looked at the Rebel as that off-road cousin lol

[@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

[@70MSwarrior]

I find it silly that you can only get the high output i6 motor on limted/tungsten and RHO. You would think someone buying a tradesmen or bighorn perhaps would be actually using it for work and or towing and need the extra power for such use. But no, luxury options only, that will be there next big release in a year or two, high output option on lower trim levels.

[@pathunter7003]

It would be great if the payload numbers matched, he said this truck is good for 1646 lbs but when showing the “truck as tested “ info the numbers it said 1900lb payload

[@robertfernandez8149]

Is the eco diesel coming back?

[@brucegeib263]

Can't wait to see MPG and MPG with towing 5,000, 7,000 and 10,000

[@andrewb325]

8” is big enough, for screens too

[@mrshopjulius5840]

He did not mention it comes with adaptive cruise standard

[@jadielenriquez2010]

The limited tungsten is nice but it has a lot of chrome outside for being a tungsten it should just be completely painted the Laramie is really nice but prices are a little outrageous

[@raywong5454]

That's a great truck to put in replacement of the TRX..

[@MinnesotaSlim89]

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

[@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

[@scottpearce7466]

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

[@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!

[@toddthomas492]

So no more Longhorn trim? I like the western/cowboy interior.

[@EngineerSaysWhat]

Ram towing with the Hurricane appears to be a great option in a smaller truck.

[@Gumby905]

No warlock in canada yet? They announced it already

[@Sports.Doctor]

I think I would get the Laramies.

[@rondail5675]

What happened to the RHO?

[@hemi5point7]

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

[@CodyShell]

Maybe I'll get a used one in 2040 😅😅 it's closer than you think - That's like buying an 08 today

[@paulehlers2225]

Rather disappointed that there wasn't a Longhorn reviewed. The longhorn is the trim package I'm interested in, and every review so far Ram has skipped over the Longhorn package. There is a difference between it and the limited trim, and I wonder why Ram doesn't have it featured in any of the reviews I've seen so far.

[@garyyoung815]

BROTHER YOU ARE SO RIGHT BECAUSE THEY PUSHED EVERYTHING OUT ON US BUT THE LIMITED LONGHORN! THEY ARE MORE PUSHING THE TOP MODEL TUNGSTEN TRIM MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE! I SAID THE SAME THING CONCERNING THE LIMITED LONGHORN!

[@korn111685]

I’m no fan of v6 trucks, turbo or not. But the ford v6 TT seem pretty good.