2022 ram 3500 transmission 6 speed automatic

2022 ram 3500 transmission 6 speed automatic

2022 ram 3500 transmission 6 speed automatic

  • Tradesman

    $46,025

  • Lone Star

    $50,045

  • Big Horn

    $50,045

  • Laramie

    $61,440

  • Longhorn

    $69,115

  • Limited

    $73,780

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2022 RAM 3500 trim comparison will help you decide.

  • Choice of three cabs, two cargo boxes
  • Gas V-8 or turbo-diesel inline-six engine
  • Power Wagon version available
  • Maximum towing capacity of 37,090 pounds (3500)
  • 12-inch touchscreen available
  • Rear air suspension available

2022 RAM 3500 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram Heavy Duty is a full-size pickup truck aimed at people with serious towing and hauling needs. These are massively capable trucks, and when properly equipped the 3500 version can tow in excess of 37,000 pounds.  

The Ram Heavy Duty can seat up to six, and it competes with the Ford Super Duty and Chevrolet Silverado HD. Offered in 2500 and 3500 form, a 410-horsepower, 6.4-liter V-8 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission is standard, while a Cummins turbo-diesel 6.7-liter inline-six that makes 370 or 420 hp and a six-speed automatic is available. The diesel engine makes as much as 1,075 pounds-feet of torque in the 3500. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and four-wheel drive is optional.

What’s New on the 2022 Ram Heavy Duty?

Chrysler’s Uconnect 5 multimedia system has been added to Big Horn and higher trim levels. There’s a new Silver Edition for Big Horn and Lone Star trims, and new available camera features for towing let the driver see what’s behind a trailer using the rearview camera mirror and get a 360-degree view of only the trailer. 

What Features in the 2022 Ram Heavy Duty Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

  • Regular cab
  • 8-foot cargo box
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Bluetooth connectivity

Available features include: 

  • Crew cab or Mega cab
  • 6-foot, 4-inch cargo box
  • Four-wheel drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission (diesel engine)
  • 8.4- or 12-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Front and rear park assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • 50-gallon fuel tank
  • Integrated trailer-brake controller

Should I Buy the 2022 Ram Heavy Duty?

The Ram Heavy Duty is a serious truck meant for completing seriously tough jobs. Then again, so are its rivals from Ford and Chevrolet. What sets the Ram apart from the competition is its driving refinement — especially when equipped with the optional rear air suspension — as well as the quality and design of the interiors in the Laramie Longhorn and Limited trims.

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

  • Comfort
  • Interior design
  • Performance
  • Value for the money
  • Exterior styling
  • Reliability

New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper

36 months/36,000 miles

Corrosion

60 months/100,000 miles

Powertrain

60 months/60,000 miles

Roadside assistance

60 months/100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage

5 years/less than 70,000 miles

Basic warranty terms

3 months/3,000 miles

Powertrain

7 years/100,000 miles

Dealer certification required 125-point inspection Roadside assistance Yes

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What transmission comes in a 2022 Ram 3500?

With the eight-speed automatic transmission.

Will the 2022 Ram have an Allison Transmission?

This truck comes standard in rear-wheel drive. If you need 4×4 services and capability for work or recreation, all trim levels of the 2022 Ram 2500 offer a 4-wheel-drive option. The biggest change could be the offering of a third option. This is rumored to be the Allison automatic transmission.

Who makes the Ram 6 speed transmission?

This is the 68RFE transmission for Rams equipped with a 6.7 diesel engine. Re-manufactured by Mopar to NEW specs with all NEW parts.

Which transmission is better Aisin or 68RFE?

While the Aisin's overall ratio spread is 3.75-0.63, the 68RFE's is only 3.23-. 0.63. The difference is the Aisin has a much deeper First (3.75:1) and Second (2.0:1) to maximize the 6.7L's torque delivery for more low-end pulling power.