2026 Ram 2500

Based on published data, the 2026 Ram 2500 has a fuel cost grade of B and a RepairPal reliability score of 3.5/5. These grades compare it against similar pickup truck (crew cab)s in its price range. No single metric tells the whole story, so we recommend reviewing each section on this page.

Among 40 available trims, the Tradesman 2dr Regular Cab LB (6.4L 8cyl 8A) has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $106,755, starting at $46,485 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $148,700. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.

AAA estimates the annual insurance cost for the Half-Ton Pickup class at $1,898 per year, or about $158 per month. This is a class-level average, not specific to the 2026 Ram 2500. Your actual premium will depend on your driving history, location, and coverage choices. Source: AAA Your Driving Costs study.

AAA estimates average annual maintenance for the Half-Ton Pickup class at $1,871 per year. This covers routine services, wear items, and unscheduled repairs. Combined with insurance ($1,898/yr) and depreciation ($5,535/yr), total non-fuel ownership costs run about $14,781 per year. These are class averages from the AAA Your Driving Costs study.

AAA estimates the Half-Ton Pickup class depreciates about $5,535 per year, or roughly $27,675 over five years. On a base MSRP of $46,485, that represents about 60% of the purchase price. These are class averages and actual depreciation varies by trim, condition, mileage, and market demand. Source: AAA.

The most efficient 2026 Ram 2500 trim costs an estimated $2,100 per year in fuel, or about $175 per month, based on EPA ratings and national average fuel prices. See our Cheapest Pickup Truck (Crew Cab)s to fuel 2026 list.

Based on price range, body type, and segment positioning, the closest competitors to the 2026 Ram 2500 include 2026 Toyota Tundra, 2026 Honda Ridgeline, and 2026 GMC Canyon. Each of those pages includes the same safety, fuel cost, reliability, and recall data so you can compare directly. Browse all 2026 Pickup Truck (Crew Cab)s.

Compared to the previous model year, 30 new trims were added, 21 trims were dropped, and the entry price increased by $1,235 for the Ram 2500 lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.

Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2026 Ram 2500 include about $1,232 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $175 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,407 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.

Yes, the 2026 Ram 2500 has 3 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. This is above the average for pickup truck (crew cab)s. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer or NHTSA.gov to confirm whether all applicable recalls have been completed. See our Zero-recall cars 2026 list.