Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram · Serving Sacramento
HEMI or Cummins, nine trims, and up to 20,000 lb of towing. Here is what changed for 2027, how the trims and engines compare, and which configuration fits your work.
Shopping a 2026 still on the lot? The trims, both engines and the cabin carry over. The main 2027 gains are the Cummins Power Wagon and the higher-payload HEMI package.
Nine retail trims carry over from 2026. Every trim starts with the 6.4L HEMI; the Cummins is available on most. See full feature lists in our Ram 2500 trim levels guide.
| Trim | Best for | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Tradesman | Fleet and job site | Work-grade interior, Regular or Crew Cab, 8-ft bed available |
| Black Express | Value with style | Blacked-out exterior at an entry price |
| Warlock | Sporty work truck | Off-road look, black accents |
| Big Horn | Everyday towing | Chrome exterior, more comfort and tech |
| Laramie | Comfort and towing | Leather-trimmed seats, available Mega Cab and RamBox |
| Rebel | Trail-capable HD | Off-road suspension, all-terrain tires |
| Power Wagon | Serious off-road | Front and rear lockers, disconnecting front sway bar, Bilstein shocks; HEMI or new Cummins |
| Limited Longhorn | Western luxury | Premium leather and wood accents |
| Limited | Top-tier luxury | Ram's most luxurious 2500, available 14.5-in screen |
Big Horn is sold as Lone Star in Texas. Pricing varies by configuration. See current pricing on in-stock trucks in our Ram 2500 inventory.
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | 6.7L Cummins HO I-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 405 hp / 429 lb-ft | 430 hp / 1,075 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed heavy-duty automatic |
| Max towing | 17,740 lb | 20,000 lb |
| Max payload | 4,580 lb (with Payload Upgrade Pkg) | 3,990 lb |
Choose the HEMI if you haul heavy loads in the bed, tow occasionally, or want the lower purchase price and simpler fueling. Choose the Cummins if you tow a heavy fifth-wheel or equipment trailer often, especially over mountain grades, where its torque does the work at lower rpm.
Ram's preliminary 2027 ratings top out at 20,000 lb towing with the Cummins and 4,580 lb payload with the HEMI Payload Upgrade Package. Your truck's actual rating depends on cab, bed, axle ratio and drivetrain, so check the door-jamb label and the towing chart for the exact configuration. Our Ram 2500 towing capacity and payload guide breaks the numbers down by configuration.
Most heavy towing from our store heads east into the Sierra. I-80 climbs to 7,056 ft at Donner Summit and US-50 tops out at 7,382 ft at Echo Summit, both on long sustained grades where diesel torque and the exhaust brake earn their keep. If your trips are mostly flat runs to Delta boat ramps or job sites around Sacramento, the HEMI covers the work at a lower price. Our sales team can walk you through both on a test drive.
Read how one owner handled the climb in Towing through the Sierra Nevada in a Ram 2500.
| Cab | Bed | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab | 8 ft | 4x2 or 4x4 |
| Crew Cab | 6 ft 4 in or 8 ft | 4x2 or 4x4 |
| Mega Cab | 6 ft 4 in | 4x4 (Laramie and up) |
Crew Cab models can add a 50-gallon fuel tank in place of the standard 31-gallon tank.
A Ram 1500 handles most boats, campers and weekend loads. Step up to the 2500 when your trailer is over roughly 11,000 lb, you need a gooseneck or fifth-wheel hitch, or you carry heavy loads in the bed every day. Compare them side by side in Ram 1500 vs 2500.
Up to 20,000 lb with the 6.7L Cummins High Output diesel and up to 17,740 lb with the 6.4L HEMI V8, based on Ram's preliminary 2027 ratings. The rating for a specific truck depends on its cab, bed, axle and drivetrain.
The Power Wagon now offers the Cummins diesel, and a new Payload Upgrade Package raises HEMI payload to 4,580 lb. Ram also widened package availability and added Serrano Green Metallic and Tank paint.
Yes. For 2027 the Power Wagon offers the 6.7L Cummins High Output for the first time, rated up to 19,630 lb towing and 2,930 lb payload, alongside the 6.4L HEMI.
4,580 lb, with the 6.4L HEMI and the Payload Upgrade Package. That package adds a 3500-spec frame, leaf springs and an anti-spin rear differential. Cummins trucks are rated up to 3,990 lb.
The trims, engines and cabin are the same. Pick the 2027 if you want the Cummins Power Wagon or the 4,580-lb payload package. Otherwise, a 2026 still on the lot can be the better value. Ask us about current offers on both.
Every new Ram 2500 includes a 3-year/36,000-mile basic limited warranty. Powertrain coverage depends on the model year and the program in effect when you buy. Our team will confirm the coverage on the exact truck you choose.
Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram · 8575 Laguna Grove Dr, Elk Grove, CA 95757 · Sales 916-892-0515
*Specifications are based on Ram's preliminary 2027 information and may change. Max towing and payload require proper equipment; actual capacity varies by configuration, and passengers and cargo reduce towing capacity. Pricing on in-stock vehicles excludes government fees and taxes, any finance charges, dealer document processing charge and emission testing charge. Contact Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram for current pricing and availability.