Cargo vans are indispensable workhorses in today’s economy, serving a multitude of applications, from delivery services to construction. Recognizing this, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are increasingly equipping these vehicles with features mirroring those found in passenger cars, enhancing their user-friendliness for drivers of all skill levels.
The 2025 Ram ProMaster exemplifies this trend. With a range of configurations and an emphasis on ease of operation, the ProMaster aims to be a frontrunner in the competitive cargo van market.
Power and Capability
The 2025 ProMaster is powered by a 3.6L V6 engine, delivering a maximum of 276 horsepower and 250 lb.-ft. of torque. The van boasts impressive capabilities, including a payload capacity of up to 4,820 pounds, up to 524 cubic feet of cargo space, and a maximum towing capacity of 6,910 pounds, depending on the specific model and configuration. The ProMaster provides flexibility with three cargo heights: Standard Roof, High Roof, and Super High Roof, and four cargo lengths ranging from 8 to 13 feet. Furthermore, the ProMaster has the lowest load floor height in its class at just 21 inches, making loading and unloading easier.
Trim Levels and Features
Ram offers the 2025 ProMaster in three trim levels: Tradesman, SLT, and SLT+.
- Tradesman: This base trim is well-equipped, including the Ram Uconnect 5 technology with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 19 standard safety and security features.
- SLT: Adds power-folding and heated mirrors, a four-way adjustable passenger seat, and additional safety features to the base model.
- SLT+: The premium trim features Uconnect 5 with navigation on a 10.1-inch infotainment screen, a six-way adjustable passenger seat, and an expanded suite of safety and security technologies.
Technology and Safety
The 2025 ProMaster mirrors the tech found in personal vehicles. It offers an analog instrument cluster with a 3.5-inch digital display or a 7-inch fully digital display, which provides features such as speed assist and traffic sign recognition. Speed assist uses camera and GPS data to display and adjust the vehicle’s speed. Traffic sign recognition displays road sign information on the digital cluster.
Standard safety features include:
- Drowsy driving detection
- Backup camera
- Pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Forward collision detection with active braking.
Available features include lane departure warnings and lane-keeping assistance, front and rear park assist, parallel parking assist, blind spot monitoring, and a backup alarm. Additional options include rain-sensing automatic wipers, a “Cold Weather Group” with heated seats and steering wheel, and a 360-degree camera system.
Driving Experience
Driving the 2025 Ram ProMaster proved to be a positive experience. Despite its size, the van handled well in various driving conditions.
Regardless of the ProMaster’s size, the van felt surprisingly agile, navigating tight spaces during testing. Its higher ground clearance and front-wheel drive provided increased confidence, particularly in snowy conditions. The ProMaster’s technology, especially the rearview camera monitor and the 360-degree camera system, enhanced overall visibility and made parking and maneuvering easier.
It’s worth noting that, in the high-roof version, the rearview mirror camera’s positioning limits the driver’s view of objects very close to the van. However, this can be adjusted from the touchscreen monitor. Additional features, such as remote start, lane-keeping assistance, and road sign recognition, further enhance the ProMaster’s appeal, making it feel more like a personal vehicle.
Conclusion
Ultimately, the 2025 Ram ProMaster aims to make the cargo van driving experience as straightforward and seamless as possible. By incorporating practical technology and user-friendly features, Ram has created a cargo van poised to meet the demands of the modern commercial driver.
