Our Review: 2001 Ram 2500 from Dodge
The Dodge Ram 2500 for 2001
Made in UNITED STATES for Dodge, the Ram 2500 for 2001 is a contender in the 6-seat EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $23,150 USD with a invoice price of $20,539 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL engine in the 2001 Ram 2500 is rated at miles/gallon city and miles/gallon highway out of a 35.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Ram 2500 retails for $23,150 USD with a invoice price of $20,539 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Ram 2500 comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 5429 lbs. The 2-Wheel ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Ram 2500 Dimensions
In 2001 the Ram 2500 has an overall length of 244.10 inches and a width of 79.30 inches. It sits a total of 72.80 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.60 inches. Front headroom is 40.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Ram 2500 a turning radius of 51.60 inches. It uses 245/75R16 tires with a wheelbase of 155.00 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Tachometer, AM/FM Radio. Leading optional equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Limited Slip Differential, Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning.
Exterior color choices include Amber Fire Pearlcoat, Amber Fire Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Black Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Black Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Bright White Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright White Clearcoat, Bright White Clearcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Bright White Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Dark Garnet Red Pearl Coat, Dark Garnet Red Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clear Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clearcoat, Flame Red Clearcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Flame Red Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearl Coat, Forest Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearlcoat, Forest Green Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Forest Green Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearl Coat, Intense Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearlcoat, Intense Blue Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Intense Blue Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Medium Bronze Pearl Coat, Medium Bronze Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Medium Bronze Pearlcoat, Medium Bronze Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Medium Bronze Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow , Patriot Blue Pearl Coat, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow with interior choices of Agate Cloth, Agate Leather, Agate Vinyl, Camel/Tan Cloth, Camel/Tan Leather, Mist Gray Cloth, Mist Gray Vinyl. The Ram 2500 seats 6 people with 41.00 inches front leg room.
Dodge Warranty
The regular warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 36 month/36,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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