Reviews: The 2003 Dodge Ram 2500
By Jane Smith
Introduction
The 2003 Ram 2500 is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Dodge. It is Dodge's entry into the CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $35,835 USD in 2003.
Ram 2500 Dimensions
In 2003 the Ram 2500 has an overall length of 249.70 inches and a width of 79.90 inches. It sits a total of 78.40 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.90 inches. Front headroom is 40.80 inches.
The Live front suspension gives the Ram 2500 a turning radius of 52.00 inches. It uses 265/70R17 tires with a wheelbase of 160.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The Ram 2500 comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive or 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL engine 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 $35,835 USD with a invoice price of $31,572 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.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Limited Slip Differential, Side Head Curtain Airbag, Genuine Wood Trim, Cassette Player, Front Heated Seat.
Exterior color choices include Atlantic Blue Pearlcoat, Atlantic Blue/Bright Silver Metallic, Black, Black/Bright Silver Metallic, Bright Silver Metallic, Bright White, Bright White/Bright Silver Metallic, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic, Flame Red, Flame Red/Bright Silver Metallic, Graphite Metallic, Graphite Metallic/Bright Silver Metallic, Light Almond Pearl Metallic, Light Almond Pearl Metallic/Bright Silver Metallic, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic, Timberline Green Pearlcoat, Timberline Green Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic with interior choices of Dark Slate Gray Leather Interior, Taupe Leather Interior. The Ram 2500 seats 6 people with 41.00 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 84 month/70,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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