2023 RAM 4500 Chassis 4WD vs 2WD: is 4WD worth it?
Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box vs Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
4WD adds $7,160. Costs $101 more a year in fuel.
$7,766more over 6 years
- 19 vs 20 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every 4WD and 2WD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | $32,345 $39,505 | $7,160 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $7,766 | N/A |
| Express 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box Express 4x4 Quad Cab 6'4" Box | $38,705 $42,505 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Tradesman 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box Tradesman 4x4 Quad Cab 6'4" Box | $38,705 $42,505 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Express 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box Express 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box | $41,405 $45,205 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box | $41,405 $45,205 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box | $41,705 $45,505 | $3,800 | 17 mpg 17 mpg | $2,259 $2,259 | $3,800 | N/A |
| SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box SLT 4x4 Quad Cab 6'4" Box | $43,435 $47,235 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Warlock 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box Warlock 4x4 Quad Cab 6'4" Box | $43,435 $47,235 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box | $46,135 $49,935 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
| Warlock 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box Warlock 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box | $46,135 $49,935 | $3,800 | 20 mpg 19 mpg | $1,920 $2,021 | $4,406 | N/A |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
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