Used RAM 2500 for Sale nearRed Deer, AB

How much does the RAM 2500 cost in today's market?

Used RAM 2500 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The RAM 2500's current nationwide average price is $59,197 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $59,024 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the RAM 2500 a good car?

Yes — the RAM 2500 is a strong choice if you want heavy-duty capability with a more comfortable, upscale feel than many trucks in this class. The all-generations owner rating is 4.63/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its power, towing ability, comfort, and spacious, well-appointed interiors. Many also highlight the Cummins diesel engine and the truck’s reliability, especially when they want a vehicle that can handle both work and everyday use.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are that fuel economy can be a concern, some versions get expensive quickly, and a few controls and features have drawn criticism for feeling less polished. 29.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are RAM 2500 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the RAM 2500 for its power, towing ability, comfort, and durability, and expert reviews reinforce that it delivers serious capability with a spacious cabin. Across the model years in the data, the truck also earns strong owner satisfaction scores, which supports its reputation as a dependable heavy-duty pickup.

• Owners rate the RAM 2500 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most closely tied to how the truck was maintained and used, especially on higher-mileage diesel examples and trucks that spent their lives towing.

What should I look for when buying a used RAM 2500?

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Safety Group with adaptive steering, active lane management, drowsy driver detection, and traffic sign recognition.
• Infotainment: Uconnect 5 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus available 8.4-inch, 12-inch, or 14.4-inch touchscreen displays.

Which RAM 2500 trim should I buy?

The 2026 RAM 2500 offers these trims:

• Tradesman: The work-focused starting point with a no-frills exterior, rear-wheel drive standard, and available 4WD; best if you want the lowest entry price and a straightforward heavy-duty truck.
• Big Horn: Adds chrome accents and builds on the Tradesman formula with more visual polish while keeping the same core cab and drivetrain choices.
• Black Express: A street-oriented Crew Cab trim with standard 4WD, a Sport Performance Hood, 20-inch black wheels, black tubular side steps, and a black cloth interior; it suits buyers who want a sportier look.
• Warlock: The off-road-focused Crew Cab trim with standard 4WD, 33-inch Goodyear Duratrac all-terrain tyres, an anti-spin rear differential, Bilstein shock absorbers, a transfer case skid plate, and hill descent control.
• Laramie: The comfort-oriented trim with the creature comforts many truck shoppers expect, plus access to the larger 12-inch infotainment screen and 12-inch digital instrument cluster.
• Rebel: An off-road model that sits alongside the more rugged trims and adds to the truck’s capability-focused character.
• Power Wagon: The serious off-road special with electronic locking front and rear differentials and a disconnecting front sway bar.
• Limited: The luxury trim with high-end leather interior finishes and standard 4WD.
• Limited Longhorn: Another luxury-focused trim with high-end leather interior finishes and standard 4WD.
• Mega Cab: The extra-large cab configuration offered with Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn trims, 4WD, and the Cummins diesel engine.

What RAM 2500 do most buyers choose?

The RAM 2500 years with the most listings are 2023, 2024, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to be the easiest for shoppers to compare because there are more examples on the market and more pricing spread to work with. That usually gives you a better chance of finding the right trim, cab, and equipment combination.

What is the RAM 2500's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples are changing more slowly or even moving up slightly.

The 2016, 2015, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the RAM 2500 safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2025: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10

Adaptive cruise control is standard across the board.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used RAM 2500 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −14.71% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −14.07%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 30.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 30.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $69,067 CAD. The RAM 2500 offers a spacious cabin and a strong blend of comfort and capability that makes it appealing for both work and everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base 6.4-litre Hemi V8 makes 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque, while the 6.7-litre Cummins turbocharged diesel delivers 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: Uconnect 5 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto pairs with available 12-inch and 14.4-inch touchscreen displays.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, ParkSense parking sensors on more trims, and adaptive cruise control across the board.
• Starting price: The 2026 RAM 2500 starts at $68,040 CAD including destination.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.