The 2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel is designed specifically for off-road lovers, this generation’s 2500 starts off at an MSRP of $68,940. It is a beefy Rebel and what it separates from the Ram Power Wagon is an all-new diesel option.
RAM introduces 2500 HD Rebel that is known for its off-road payload and towing capabilities, with 20-inches DuraTrac tires. The chassis almost looks like an RAM 1500 TRX, which has heat extractors on its front hood.
There is an improvement from the Ram 1500 Rebel and Power Wagon in terms of its towing capacity. Here is what we can expect from the 2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel:
- Besides its gas engine, it is available in 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 engine.
- A new Telescopic Tow Mirrors with lights upfront and a front camera
- Suspension Packages (including Bilstein® Gas-Charged Monotube) and seating options at launch.
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2023 RAM 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel Revealed!
The basic trim of 2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel comes standard with 20-inches DuraTrac tires, a sports performance hood from Mopar. It starts at an MSRP of $67,045 with $1,895 of destination charges.
The 2500 Rebel is designed for its towing and payload capabilities, with up to 16,870 pounds for towing and 3140 pounds for payload. The gas model provides with a 6.4-liter HEMI engine that boosts to 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque.
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2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel (Gasoline) |
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MSRP of $67,045 |
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6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine |
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410 hp / 429 lb-ft of torque |
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4x4 wheel drive / 6-speed automatic |
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Powered Telescopic Tow Mirrors |
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33-inches off-road tires |
It is also equipped with skid plates that offer protection for its fuel tanks and transfer case. A much more aggressive style truck from RAM is a four-wheel drive that features a Warn winch specifically designed for the HEMI V8 engine.
Talking about the exterior, the RAM 2500 HD Rebel exclusively has optional ‘Ram boxes’ that provide enough space to load hefty items. It comes within the side-rear parts of the truck.
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2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel (Diesel) |
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MSRP of $68,940 |
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6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 engine |
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370 hp / 850 lb-ft of torque |
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4x4 wheel drive / 6-speed automatic |
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12-inch infotainment screen option |
While the optional Cummins diesel variant is the key highlight for the 2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel. It is powered by a 6.7-liter Cummins I-6 turbo engine that boosts up to 370 hp and 850 lb-ft of torque. It also features an optional rear air-suspension.
The telescopic rear mirrors are completely functional, firstly these can be extended inside out and fold-in, all controlled by the powered buttons. They do have front-rear lights for better approach too.
The interiors of the RAM 2500 HD Rebel comes within three seating packages:
- Cloth Package: This option comprises of a cloth bench or bucket seats
- Bristol Leather Package: This particular option is premium that consists of Bristol leather bench seats.
- Natura Plus Package: The final luxurious seating option comprises higher-quality leather to increase softness.
On an endnote it comes with a standard 5-inch standard UConnect screen, but a 12-inch infotainment screen is available as an option. Safety features include, blind spot monitoring, automatic headlamps, and lane-keep assist.
2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel vs Competition!
Since its release other pickup trucks like Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, and F-250 Tremor have been up in their game of towing capabilities with off-roading. Meanwhile, Silverado has been a top contender for 2023 RAM 2500 HD Rebel.
Starting at an MSRP of $46,495, Silverado 2500 HD does offer you a cheaper option but it is only for the standard 6.6-liter V8 gas engine that goes up to 401 hp with 464 lb-ft of torque. The diesel option does compete well with the RAM 2500 HD.
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2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD |
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MSRP of $53,000 |
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6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8 (with standard 6.6-liter V8 Gas) |
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445 hp / 910 lb-ft of torque |
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10-speed automatic (with standard 6-speed automatic) |
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8-inches infotainment screen |
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20-inches wheels |
What lacks is the interior, as for the Silverado 2500 HD it comes with an 8-inches infotainment system whereas RAM has an extra 4-inches long. The Chevy doesn’t include seat options as well as the suspension upgrade unlike the RAM 2500 HD.
Ford-250 Tremor is almost the same as the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, this concludes how RAM does it more either with its towing, off-road capabilities or its luxurious driving experience.
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