Does the 2026 RAM 2500 need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box.
- Regular: 37 of 40 trims. Diesel: 3 of 40 trims.
- 21% of 14 trucks (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Black Express Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Black Express Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Black Express Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Warlock 4dr Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Black Express Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tradesman Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Big Horn Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lone Star Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Laramie Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Laramie Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Laramie Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Laramie Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Wagon Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rebel Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab LB RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab RWD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab LB 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Crew Cab 4WD | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box | 6.4L | Regular | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Laramie Mega Cab 4WD | 6.7L | Diesel | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited Mega Cab 4WD | 6.7L | Diesel | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Longhorn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box | 6.7L | Diesel | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 RAM 2500 | Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box | Regular |
| 2026 Ford F-150 | XL 2WD Reg Cab 8' Box | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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