What is a ProMaster? The ProMaster is a versatile commercial front wheel drive cargo or passenger van built in the Saltillo, Mexico assembly plant, and sold in North America by RAM. The RAM ProMaster is a versatile commercial FWD van built by Ram Trucks, and designed for businesses, commercial fleets and individuals. It’s built in various lengths, configurations and roof heights, with extensive cargo space, advanced safety and updated technology.  It is available as an all electric EV model, the ProMaster EV.

And who is RAM? RAM trucks are the dedicated truck and commercial vehicle division of the global automaker Stellantis, having been separated from the Dodge brand in 2009. Before 2009, Dodge Ram trucks were built by Dodge, but today the RAM brand focuses solely on its lineup of trucks and cargo vans, including the RAM 1500 and the RAM 2500 & 3500 heavy duty (HD) pickup trucks.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the RAM Trucks brand:

Origin: RAM trucks were originally part of Dodge, with the RAM name first appearing on Dodge pickups in 1981.

Brand Separation: In 2009, Chrysler, the parent company of Dodge, decided to establish RAM as a separate, standalone brand for its trucks.

Parent Company: Today, RAM operates under the umbrella of Stellantis, the global automaker that formed in 2021 from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in America and Italy, and the Groupe PSA automotive holding company from France.

Specialization: The split allowed RAM to focus on the specific needs of the truck market, while Dodge could concentrate on performance vehicles like cars and SUVs.

Product Lineup: The current RAM lineup includes light duty 1500 trucks, plus the RAM HD 2500 & 3500 trucks, chassis cabs and commercial vans.

This week RAM sent me a 2025 ProMaster 2500 Utility 159″ Wheelbase Cargo Van to test drive and review. The base window sticker price for this high roof model is $50,860. The options on the test van are: the SLT Plus package for $6,995, the advanced safety group for $1,795, the upper and lower side wall cargo box paneling for $590, the wood floor for $495 and the class 4 towing hitch assembly for $495. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), including the $1,995 delivery charge, is: $63,225.

After adding in the state and local sales tax, plus the DMV and dealer fees, the out the door and in your commercial parking lot total purchase price came to: $71,128. At just 128 bucks over $71 Grand, you get a walk-in cargo van with a high roof configuration that has an overall length of 236.2 inches, a height of 102.1 inches, an overall width, without mirrors, of 80.3 inches, and has a cargo box carrying volume of 420 cubic feet.

This is a very capable cargo van that can be ordered in 3 roof heights, 3 GVW’s (gross vehicle weight), 1500, 2500 and 3500, and 4 body lengths, so there is a RAM ProMaster van for everyone’s needs. The test van is right in the middle of the group being a 2500 3/4 ton model with a high roof and a 12 foot cargo box. This van is in the configuration that sells the best, and it’s in the sweet spot of cargo vans in length, height and GVW.

The available roof heights are:

Standard Roof: Has a 66 inch cargo height.

High Roof: Offers a 77 inch cargo height.

Super High Roof: Provides the most space with an 86 inch cargo height.

The available van body lengths are:

8 foot cargo length: Available only on the 1500 model with a Standard Roof.

10 foot cargo length: Available on the 1500, 2500, and 3500 models, and can be configured with either a Standard or High Roof.

12 foot cargo length: Exclusively available on the 2500 and 3500 models with a High Roof.

13 foot cargo length: Only available on the 3500 model. It comes standard with a High Roof and can be upgraded to the Super High Roof.

So, who would buy a RAM 2500 Cargo Van?

Commercial Focus: The ProMaster is built as a reliable work vehicle for local businesses, delivery services and the construction trades.

Versatile Configurations: It comes in various models such as Cargo Vans, Window Vans, and Crew Vans, which can seat up to six people.

Front Wheel Drive: The front wheel drive (FWD) layout is a key design feature, contributing to the vehicle’s overall efficiency, size and usability.

Extensive Cargo Space: The RAM ProMaster has one of the largest standard cargo areas in its class, and offers multiple height and length options.

Advanced Technology: It features the Uconnect 5 infotainment system with a large touchscreen and available safety features such as, Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking and a 360° Surround View Camera.

All Electric Option: The Ram ProMaster EV offers a zero tailpipe emission, all electric work van option, with a powerful electric motor and a large battery pack.

Camper Van Conversion: Due to its ample space and robust platform, the RAM ProMaster is a popular vehicle for DIY and professional camper van conversions.

For power, the 2025 Ram ProMaster cargo van is equipped with a 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 24 valve gas engine that makes 276 horsepower (HP) and has 250 lb-ft of torque. This engine provides ample power for all transport tasks, even when the van is fully loaded with cargo, and is paired with a FWD 9 speed automatic transmission.

The SLT Plus package adds in over 25 safety, comfort and technology upgrades such as, remote start, power folding side view mirrors, a chrome front grill, LED headlamps, reflectors and fog lamps, 16″ x 6″ silver painted aluminum wheels, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, a 7″ color display cluster, a 10″ center stack screen, traffic sign information, GPS navigation, a leather wrapped steering wheel, active driving assist, a surround view camera, a full size spare tire, automatic headlights with automatic high beams, a security alarm and adjustable lumbar front seats; just to name the best ones.

So call, click or visit your local RAM dealer for a test drive, and a Bottom Line price review, on the 2025 RAM ProMaster 2500 Utility 159″ Wheelbase High Roof Cargo Van. And remember that the base price for a new RAM cargo van starts at only $44,960. RAM – Nothing Stops Ram.

The key to life is to learn something new every day, and by reading my Bottom Line review, I hope you did just that, learned about something new and exciting. So, be smart, stay safe, and just breathe. Remember, You Are What You Drive, and maybe, just for those reasons alone, you should Drive one, Buy one, Today. Drive safely, have a great day, and enjoy the ride, as the future looks nice and bright – Tony the Car Guy.

This Bottom Line new vehicle review is a Nut & Bolt and Dollars & Sense editorial provided by Tony Leopardo. Tony the Car Guy is an automotive writer, editor and publisher in the San Francisco Bay Area. If you have a question, or comment for Tony, send it to [email protected] and visit AutoWire.Net at www.autowire.net