Dodge Ram 2500 second generation

Dodge Ram 2500 second generation
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The Dodge Ram 2500 second generation (1994–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: BR, BE

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,184–6,200 mm
Width2,014–2,383 mm
Height1,816–1,892 mm
Wheelbase3,015–3,929 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

726 complaints for model years 1994–1996. 47 crashes · 34 fires · 25 injuries

  • Brakes 109
  • Transmission and drivetrain 72
  • Tyres 44
  • Speed control 28
  • Steering 25

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Dodge Ram 2500 second generation

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United States 10 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1994–1996(FFS), Creeper5.2 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1994–1996(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP5.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA460 g/km
1994–1996(FFS), Creeper5.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive12–13 MPG (18.1–19.6 L/100 km) EPA425–460 g/km
1996(FFS), CLKUP5.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
1994–1996(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP5.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA460 g/km
1994–1996(FFS), Creeper5.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive12–13 MPG (18.1–19.6 L/100 km) EPA425–460 g/km
1996(FFS), CLKUP5.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1994–1996(FFS), Creeper5.9 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive12–13 MPG (18.1–19.6 L/100 km) EPA425–460 g/km
1994–1995(FFS)5.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1994–1995(FFS)5.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA460 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard5.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic17.6–19.1 L/100 km 5-cycle405–439 g/km
1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard5.2 LPetrol5-speed manual18.4–20.0 L/100 km 5-cycle423–460 g/km
1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard5.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic18.6–20.7 L/100 km 5-cycle428–476 g/km
1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard5.9 LPetrol5-speed manual19.1–20.1 L/100 km 5-cycle439–462 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.