Ram 2500 Depreciation Calculator
Calculate the Ram 2500 depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.
The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup known for its plush coil-spring rear suspension, Cummins turbo-diesel option, and luxurious Laramie/Limited cabins. Heavy-duty diesel trucks retain value exceptionally well, and the Ram 2500's depreciation curve is among the slowest in the full-size truck segment, particularly for Cummins-equipped trims.
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Year-by-year depreciation
Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $65,150
| Age | Value | % Retained | Annual depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $65,150 | 100% | — |
| Year 1 | $55,378 | 85% | -$9,772 (15%) |
| Year 2 | $50,817 | 78% | -$4,561 (8.2%) |
| Year 3 | $46,908 | 72% | -$3,909 (7.7%) |
| Year 4 | $43,651 | 67% | -$3,257 (6.9%) |
| Year 5 | $40,393 | 62% | -$3,258 (7.5%) |
| Year 6 | $37,136 | 57% | -$3,257 (8.1%) |
| Year 7 | $33,878 | 52% | -$3,258 (8.8%) |
| Year 8 | $30,621 | 47% | -$3,257 (9.6%) |
| Year 9 | $28,015 | 43% | -$2,606 (8.5%) |
| Year 10 | $25,409 | 39% | -$2,606 (9.3%) |
Ram 2500 depreciation by country
The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Ram 2500 depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.
Baseline market. Ram 2500s with the 6.7L Cummins diesel hold value exceptionally well, especially in rural and oilfield regions. 4x4 crew-cab configurations dominate resale listings.
Strong demand in Alberta and the Prairies where HD trucks are essential for towing and work. Cummins diesels retain value slightly better than in the US due to lower import availability.
Very niche market — Ram 2500s are gray-import novelties with limited service support. Depreciation is steeper due to fuel costs, VED tax, and tight urban road compatibility.
Heavy-duty US trucks are rare and subject to emissions and size restrictions. Resale is thin outside of enthusiast circles, leading to faster depreciation.
Popular among farms, industrial fleets, and desert enthusiasts. HEMI gas variants sell better than diesels due to fuel pricing, and resale stays firm thanks to strong Mopar service presence.
Not officially sold; only a handful enter as private imports. Resale is extremely limited with heavy depreciation driven by duties and lack of parts.
Officially remanufactured to RHD by Walkinshaw/Ram Trucks Australia. Strong demand for towing caravans and boats keeps used prices firm, especially for Laramie diesel models.
Ram 2500 depreciation after an accident
An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Ram 2500.
Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.
Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.
Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.
This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.