2026 RAM 2500 4WD vs RWD: is 4WD worth it?
Tradesman LB 4WD vs Tradesman LB RWD
4WD adds $2,930. Fuel cost not established.
$2,930price step
- 4WD rating not established.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every 4WD and RWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Max towing | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman LB RWD Tradesman LB 4WD | $46,855 $49,785 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | $46,855 $49,785 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +308 lb | 15,640 lb 15,340 lb | 7.3 in 8.5 in |
| Tradesman Crew Cab RWD Tradesman Crew Cab 4WD | $50,475 $53,405 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +286 lb | 15,320 lb 15,030 lb | 7.4 in 8.5 in |
| Black Express Crew Cab RWD Black Express Crew Cab 4WD | $50,475 $53,405 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +286 lb | 15,320 lb 15,030 lb | 7.4 in 8.5 in |
| Big Horn LB RWD Big Horn LB 4WD | $50,605 $53,535 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star LB RWD Lone Star LB 4WD | $50,605 $53,535 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box Big Horn 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | $50,605 $53,535 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 15,570 lb 15,320 lb | 7.3 in 8.5 in |
| Lone Star 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box Lone Star 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | $50,605 $53,535 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 15,570 lb 15,320 lb | 7.3 in 8.5 in |
| Tradesman Crew Cab LB RWD Tradesman Crew Cab LB 4WD | $50,675 $53,605 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +356 lb | 15,180 lb 14,820 lb | 7.3 in 8.6 in |
| Black Express Crew Cab LB RWD Black Express Crew Cab LB 4WD | $50,675 $53,605 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +356 lb | 15,180 lb 14,820 lb | 7.3 in 8.6 in |
| Big Horn Crew Cab RWD Big Horn Crew Cab 4WD | $54,225 $57,155 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +243 lb | 15,210 lb 14,970 lb | 7.4 in 8.5 in |
| Lone Star Crew Cab RWD Lone Star Crew Cab 4WD | $54,225 $57,155 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +243 lb | 15,210 lb 14,970 lb | 7.4 in 8.5 in |
| Big Horn Crew Cab LB RWD Big Horn Crew Cab LB 4WD | $54,425 $57,355 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +327 lb | 15,180 lb 14,850 lb | 7.3 in 8.6 in |
| Lone Star Crew Cab LB RWD Lone Star Crew Cab LB 4WD | $54,425 $57,355 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +327 lb | 15,180 lb 14,850 lb | 7.3 in 8.6 in |
| Laramie Crew Cab RWD Laramie Crew Cab 4WD | $62,310 $65,240 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | +390 lb | 15,220 lb 14,830 lb | 7.4 in 8.5 in |
| Laramie Crew Cab LB RWD Laramie Crew Cab LB 4WD | $62,510 $65,440 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 15,080 lb 14,720 lb | 7.3 in 8.6 in |
| Limited Crew Cab LB RWD Limited Crew Cab LB 4WD | $74,320 $77,250 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 14,750 lb 14,440 lb | Same |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box | $74,320 $77,250 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 14,750 lb 14,440 lb | Same |
| Limited Longhorn Crew Cab LB RWD Limited Longhorn Crew Cab LB 4WD | $74,320 $77,250 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab RWD Limited Crew Cab 4WD | $74,610 $77,540 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 14,770 lb 14,490 lb | Same |
| Limited Longhorn Crew Cab RWD Limited Longhorn Crew Cab 4WD | $74,610 $77,540 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box | $74,610 $77,540 | $2,930 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 14,770 lb 14,490 lb | Same |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
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