2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van

　　

2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.

　　Ram bases the boxy 2022 ProMaster full-size van on a European design, so it packs as much interior volume in as small a footprint as possible. This makes the Ram ProMaster easier to maneuver in close quarters, yet it can still haul up to 4,680 pounds of payload, tow up to 6,910 pounds of trailer, or carry up to 463 cubic feet of cargo, depending on the configuration.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Ram Promaster Cargo Van 1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/118" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

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　　Promaster Cargo Van 1500 Low Roof

　　1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/118" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $39,490 MSRP1500 Low Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $41,250 MSRP2500 Low Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $42,150 MSRP1500 High Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $42,550 MSRP2500 High Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $43,130 MSRP2500 High Roof 3dr Van w/159" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) (Most Popular) - $44,250 MSRP3500 Low Roof 3dr Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $43,440 MSRP3500 High Roof 3dr Van w/136" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $44,440 MSRP3500 High Roof 3dr Van w/159" WB (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $45,540 MSRP3500 High Roof 3dr Ext Van (3.6L 6cyl 9A) - $48,900 MSRP

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　　$284/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Van

　　What gives the ProMaster Cargo Van this flexibility? It comes in three wheelbase lengths ranging from 118 inches to 159 inches, paired with a low-roof or a high-roof design. The longest models offer an extended body style with a 13-foot-long cargo area. In addition, the ProMaster is unlike its rivals in that it uses a front-wheel-drive powertrain, allowing for a low load floor that is just 21 inches above the ground. That's a best-in-class number and makes it easier to load and unload a ProMaster.

　　Two seats for the driver and front passenger are standard in the ProMaster Cargo Van. However, this year a new Crew Van style debuts with a three-passenger second-row bench seat and a partition to separate the people from the cargo. Additionally, the 2022 ProMaster boasts a next-generation infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (both with wireless connectivity), Amazon Alexa integration, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot. This cargo hauler also gets an impressive slate of standard and available driver assistance technologies.

　　What the Ram ProMaster lacks in comparison to its rivals is an optional all-wheel-drive system, so if you live in a climate where slippery roads and snowstorms are common, you may want to consider the Ford Transit or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The Ford and Mercedes are also a little more refined to drive. Even so, the Ram ProMaster is a capable choice in the full-size work van segment.

　　

Which Promaster Cargo Van does zzdcar recommend?

Ram doesn't offer the ProMaster Cargo Van in traditional trim levels. Instead, you select from the 1500, 2500 and 3500 models that correspond to payload ratings. Then you choose a wheelbase length and a roof height that will best serve your needs and add options to tailor the van to your requirements.

　　

Ram Promaster Cargo Van models

Think of the 2022 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van as a blank slate upon which you build the work van or recreational vehicle of your dreams. Your decision-making starts by choosing a 1500, 2500 or 3500 model, the designations based on the van's payload capacity. (You can think of them as light-, medium- and heavy-duty models.) Then you select a short, standard or long wheelbase, the latter offered in two different body lengths when you choose the Ram ProMaster 3500. Finally, you decide whether you want a low-roof or a high-roof design.

　　Every 2022 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine (280 horsepower, 260 lb-ft of torque) powering the front wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is unavailable for the Ram ProMaster.

　　Highlights from the standard equipment list include:

　　Split-opening rear cargo doors Sliding right-side door 16-inch steel wheels Full-size spare tire Manual-folding exterior mirrors Remote keyless entry Push-button engine start Air conditioning Power windows Power door locks Cloth seats Manually adjustable driver's and front passenger seats Telescoping steering wheel Cargo area tie-down rings Cargo lightThe Ram ProMaster also comes with numerous standard tech features:

　　7-inch touchscreen infotainment system Simultaneous Bluetooth pairing for two devices Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (both with wireless connectivity) Connected services with access to a Wi-Fi hotspot Satellite radio Two USB ports Four stereo speakers Pedestrian and cyclist detection Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Crosswind assist (helps the driver stay on course in windy conditions) Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)Several option packages are available for the ProMaster Cargo Van. They include:

　　Crew Van package Second-row bench seat for three passengers Sliding right-side door window Fixed left-side window Safety Group Heated, power-folding side mirrors Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking) Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area) Advanced Safety Group Safety Group contents Upgraded instrumentation Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Ram and the car in front) Lane keeping assistance (steers the ProMaster back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker) Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the ProMaster and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Convenience Group Ambient LED interior lighting Locking glove compartment Overhead storage shelf Underseat storage Cargo net Driver Convenience Group Heated, power-folding side mirrors Remote engine start Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking) Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the ProMaster and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Premium Convenience Group Automatic high-beam headlights Rain-sensing windshield wipers Upgraded instrumentation 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system Navigation system with voice control Satellite radio Wireless charging pad Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Ram and the car in front) The Ram ProMaster is also available with an extensive list of options to configure the van for specific uses, enhanced utility, greater comfort and more. Notable options include:

　　Windows for the sliding and rear cargo doors Steps below the sliding and rear cargo doors Suspended driver's seat for added comfort Manually height-adjustable front seats Swiveling front seats Heated front seats Two-person front passenger seat Vinyl or leather seats Cargo partition Rear heating and air conditioning Wood cargo floor Tow hitch

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