2019 Ram 3500 Laramie
Ram 3500 Details
Automatic
6 Cyl, 6.7L
Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat
4WD; Dual Rear Wheels
Diesel
100,837 Miles
Lt Frost Beige/Mountain
RT4081A
3C63RRJL1KG564522
Laramie
Features & Options
- MONOTONE PAINT -inc: Headlamp filler panels and door handles are black when special paint ordered (PX8 P68 P12 P71 P61 P81 PYB P73 P06 P64 PGC PB8 P74 P72 P62 P69 PL1 PGW P63)
- DIAMOND BLACK CRYSTAL PEARLCOAT
- TRANSMISSION: 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC AISIN AS69RC HD -inc: 12.0 Single Rear Wheel Axle Transmission Oil Cooler Chrome Accent Shift Knob
- POWER SUNROOF
- BLIND SPOT & CROSS PATH DETECTION -inc: Power Chrome Tow Mirrors w/Convex Spotter & Memory Mirror-Mounted Aux Reverse Lamps Exterior Mirrors w/Memory Power Adjustable Convex Aux Mirrors
- AUTO LEVEL REAR AIR SUSPENSION
- TOWING TECHNOLOGY GROUP -inc: CTR Stop Lamp w/Cargo View Camera Mirror-Mounted Aux Reverse Lamps Surround View Camera System Exterior Mirrors w/Memory Power Chrome Tow Mirrors w/Convex Spotter & Memory Trailer Reverse Guidance Power Adjustable Convex Aux Mirrors
- SPRAY IN BEDLINER
- 3.73 AXLE RATIO (STD)
- LT FROST BEIGE/MOUNTAIN LEATHER TRIMMED BUCKET SEATS -inc: Bucket Seats Power 2-Way Passenger Lumbar Adjust Ventilated Front Seats Heated Second Row Seats Radio/Driver Seat/Mirrors/Pedals Memory Power 2-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust Full Length Upgraded Floor Console
- DUAL REAR WHEELS -inc: Clearance Lamps Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete 17 Steel Spare Wheel Box & Rear Fender Clearance Lamps 6000# Front Axle w/Hub Ext Wheels: 17 x 6.0 Polished Aluminum GVWR: 14 000 lbs
- GVWR: 14 000 LBS
- FRONT & REAR RUBBER FLOOR MATS
- CLEARANCE LAMPS
- LARAMIE LEVEL 2 EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: SiriusXM Traffic (subscription required) Plus Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection Power Chrome Tow Mirrors w/Convex Spotter & Memory Mirror-Mounted Aux Reverse Lamps Exterior Mirrors w/Memory Power Adjustable Convex Aux Mirrors Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers Power Adjustable Pedals w/Memory For Details Visit DriveUconnect.com Radio: Uconnect 4C Nav w/8.4 Display Selectable Tire Fill Alert GPS Navigation Media Hub w/2 Charge Only USBs Heated Second Row Seats Foam Bottle Insert (Door Trim Panel) Disassociated Touchscreen Display HD Radio Ramcharger Wireless Charging Pad SiriusXM Travel Link (subscription required) Ventilated Front Seats Remote Tailgate Release 17 Speaker High Performance Audio Auto High Beam Headlamp Control Single Disc Remote CD Player 2nd Row In Floor Storage Bins Radio/Driver Seat/Mirrors/Pedals Memory
- WHEELS: 17 X 6.0 POLISHED ALUMINUM
- 5TH WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOWING PREP GROUP
- 220 AMP ALTERNATOR
- CTR STOP LAMP W/CARGO VIEW CAMERA
- QUICK ORDER PACKAGE 21H LARAMIE -inc: Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins HD Turbo Diesel Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Aisin AS69RC HD
- TIRES: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
- RADIO: UCONNECT 12.0 W/NAVIGATION -inc: Selectable Tire Fill Alert 12 Touchscreen Display SiriusXM w/360L
- SINGLE DISC REMOTE CD PLAYER
- SAFETY GROUP -inc: Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop Full Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus
- ENGINE: 6.7L I6 CUMMINS HD TURBO DIESEL -inc: Selective Catalytic Reduction (Urea) Dual 730 Amp Maintenance Free Batteries Cummins Turbo Diesel Badge Heavy Duty Engine Cooling Supplemental Heater RAM Active Air 220 Amp Alternator GVWR: 12 300 lbs Current Generation Engine Controller Diesel Exhaust Brake Capless Fuel Fill w/o Discriminator
- Four Wheel Drive
- Tow Hitch
- Power Steering
- ABS
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Brake Assist
- Locking/Limited Slip Differential
- Aluminum Wheels
- Conventional Spare Tire
- Tow Hooks
- Heated Mirrors
- Power Mirror(s)
- Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
- Power Folding Mirrors
- Rear Defrost
- Intermittent Wipers
- Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
- Privacy Glass
- Power Door Locks
- Daytime Running Lights
- Automatic Headlights
- LED Headlights
- Fog Lamps
- AM/FM Stereo
- Satellite Radio
- Bluetooth Connection
- Requires Subscription
- Premium Sound System
- MP3 Capability
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Premium Sound System
- Satellite Radio
- Requires Subscription
- Driver Adjustable Lumbar
- Heated Front Seat(s)
- Power Driver Seat
- Driver Adjustable Lumbar
- Power Passenger Seat
- Passenger Adjustable Lumbar
- Adjustable Steering Wheel
- Trip Computer
- Power Windows
- WiFi Hotspot
- Pass-Through Rear Seat
- Rear Bench Seat
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Keyless Entry
- Power Door Locks
- Keyless Entry
- Power Door Locks
- Keyless Start
- Universal Garage Door Opener
- Cruise Control
- Climate Control
- Multi-Zone A/C
- A/C
- Woodgrain Interior Trim
- Leather Seats
- Premium Synthetic Seats
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Vanity Mirror
- Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
- Floor Mats
- Remote Engine Start
- Keyless Start
- Smart Device Integration
- Smart Device Integration
- Bluetooth Connection
- Power Door Locks
- Power Windows
- Adjustable Pedals
- Trip Computer
- Immobilizer
- Security System
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Front Side Air Bag
- Rear Parking Aid
- Driver Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag Sensor
- Front Head Air Bag
- Rear Head Air Bag
- Child Safety Locks
- Back-Up Camera
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2019 Ram 3500 Review
There are pickup trucks and then there are pickup trucks. I’m talking about ones with dual rear wheels, diesel engines that push up to 1,000 pound-feet of torque and that can tow over 33,000 pounds. Well, that’s exactly the resume of this all-new Ram 3500 Heavy Duty. And on top of that, it can be optioned like a luxury sedan.The 3500 is the biggest, most capable truck that Ram sells and for 2019 it brings with it many of the polished innovations first seen on the all-new 1500; fusing the brawniest mechanical elements with those of a luxury rig. Like all trucks, Ram’s Heavy Duty series can be configured in a multitude of cab, box and engine layouts in both 2500 and 3500 payload capacities. But they don’t get any bigger than this one - the 3500 Mega Cab 4X4 dually weighing over 4 tons and measuring 21’ long with a 6’4” box. Payload: 5,420 pounds. Max Trailer Weight Rating: 33,020 pounds, thanks to the twisting force of Ram’s newest high output turbo.
That thing got a Hemi? Well, it does unless you chose one of the available 2 diesel engine options. And this one here is the high output 6.7-liter Cummins inline-6 that produces 1,000 pound-feet of torque. But, it also adds about $12,000 to the price.
Making 400 horsepower at 2,800 RPM and its groundbreaking 4 digit torque yield at 1,800 RPM, this engine gets up to 33psi of turbo boost working through an Aisin 6-speed automatic that’s specific to this high output version. It also uses a new controller with faster processing speeds that Ram says delivers quicker, more precise shifts. Hard for me to say if that’s a tangible improvement because flooring this is akin to waking a bear from a nap – it takes some time for things to start happening.
If you want to take this truck all the way you’ll need to select the Max Tow Package which also requires the dual rear wheels. With it, you’ll get this 5th wheel hitch which is good for 30,000 pounds.
This $3,700 grouping also includes the auto-leveling rear air suspension with bed-lowering mode to ease with trailer hook-ups. The cargo cam also comes in handy for such things. And then, you also get a bag full of flags and fire extinguishers as part of the roadside safety kit…hopefully you’ll never have to use them.
It’s been a while since I’ve driven anything of this size and so the first few days I was just focused on keeping this truck in its lane…this dually is wide. But a couple of days in I was comfortably whipping it around with one hand on the wheel and now I’m even fitting into parking spaces like a boss. But, I don’t have anything big enough to tow to really show you what it can do…I mean this is for horse trailers, car carriers and that sort of thing not lawnmowers. So I’ll have to assume that the resume and tools Ram has equipped it with are more than enough to give the driver a confidence boost when pulling something big. Now if you plan on driving this truck around just because well, it’s surprisingly quiet, obviously spacious, loaded with luxury features and brutally rough when you hit anything but smooth pavement. And welcome to the world of turbo lag? Sometimes when you press the accelerator you could go grab lunch before the power kicks in.
Despite those supplemental air bags in the rear, the ride can get extremely rough…hit a pothole and you’ll feel it for days. Otherwise, it’s surprising how precisely and easily it steers and how docile the 3500 is overall. And though it’s not rated by the EPA, I’ve averaged about 15mpg.
If there is but one omission on this particular build it is the absence of the Towing Tech Group which includes an around-view monitor; something you will definitely want to spend the extra $795 on if you intend on taking this into a parking lot.
It also doesn’t include blind spot monitoring beyond the truck itself but there is tire pressure monitoring for all 6 truck tires and up to 12 trailer tires. Now, it does fit into most parking spaces, but just barely and the power folding mirrors are a must. And with over 13” of ground clearance it’s really nice to have these power retractable running boards.
And take a look at the cabin of this Laramie model…very high-end and well-conceived, just like its half-ton little brother. Including the engine, this one has over $27,000 in options like the big boy touchscreen loaded with great features that are very easy to use if not a little slow to load, this awesome, carefully designed, wide wireless charging pad that can handle any size screen, a wonderful sounding 17-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, adaptive cruise control, memory settings, auto high beams, remote tailgate release, this simple to use tri-fold tonneau cover, and much more. And this isn’t even the highest trim level. The rear seats are enormous and I love the versatility they provide, with a 2 stage folding feature that’s perfect for carrying more cargo. The huge center console with its sliding cupholders and 2 tier compartment is also brilliant. Ram really knows what they’re doing when it comes to luxo-fying their trucks and this one has everything you could want.
The 3500 Laramie 4X4 Mega Cab starts at about $55,000 and totals $83,670 as-tested. Made in Mexico, this new Heavy Duty is for the ranch or business owner who doesn’t sacrifice comfort for capability.