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Used Ram 1500: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Ram 1500 from 2010 to 2025, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $11,000 to $42,000), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2018, 2020–2025. Look harder at or skip 2019.
2019–2025 Ram 1500
A pickup known for its class-leading cabin quality and a smooth, comfortable ride.
Years to target: 2020–2025. Look harder at or skip: 2019. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $26,500 | Look harder | 4 of 5 | ~80,000 |
| 2020 | $29,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~70,000 |
| 2021 | $31,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~60,000 |
| 2022 | $33,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~50,000 |
| 2023 | $36,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~40,000 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~30,000 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~20,000 |
Worth knowing
- 2019: owner complaints spike (1,477, mostly the electrical system).
- The Hemi V8 can develop lifter and camshaft wear. For 2025 the Hemi was replaced by a twin-turbo six that is too new to judge.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Big Horn: it adds an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, chrome trim and power accessories over the Tradesman. Seek the 5.7-liter Hemi for strong, smooth power.
On the test drive
Look underneath for frame rust, and check the hitch and bed for signs of heavy work use. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2019, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2019, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Tacoma 2020–2023 · $31,000–$36,500
- Toyota Tundra 2018–2020 · $32,000–$38,000
- Honda Ridgeline 2023–2024 · $32,000–$35,000
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2010–2018 Ram 1500
A full-size pickup with a smooth-riding coil-spring rear and strong Hemi power.
Years to target: 2010–2018. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $11,000* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~190,000 |
| 2011 | $12,500* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~180,000 |
| 2012 | $14,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~165,000 |
| 2013 | $15,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~155,000 |
| 2014 | $17,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~145,000 |
| 2015 | $19,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~135,000 |
| 2016 | $21,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2017 | $23,000* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~110,000 |
| 2018 | $25,500* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~100,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- Check that any air suspension works, listen for Hemi lifter tick, and inspect cab corners and rocker panels for rust.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Big Horn or SLT with the 5.7-liter Hemi: it adds chrome trim, power features and better audio over the Tradesman. 2013 and newer got the refreshed cabin.
On the test drive
Look underneath for frame rust, and check the hitch and bed for signs of heavy work use. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Tundra 2011–2012 · $16,500–$18,000
- Toyota Tacoma 2011, 2013–2014 · $16,000–$19,500
- Honda Ridgeline 2014 · $16,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.