Dodge Ram 3500
2009–2012 model years · Generation introduced 2003
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- Available years
- 2009–2012
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $12,038–$35,120
The overview
Like other heavy duty versions, the 3500 has a stiff ride that bounces passengers around. Choosing this heavy duty work truck over the regular 1500 lets you opt for a Cummins 5.9-liter diesel six-cylinder engine. Chrysler's 5.9-liter V8 and, for 2003, a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 was also available. The crew cab's rear seat is tight and upright. In 2011, the Ram pickups separated from Dodge and formed its own brand.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 ↗ crew cab 4WD 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) Automatic 6-speed | $35,120 | Not rated | 4/5 | Unavailable |
| 2011 ↗ crew cab 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) Automatic 6-speed | $35,120 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2010 ↗ crew cab 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) | $13,175 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2009 ↗ crew cab 5.7-liter V8 (330 hp) (Regular Gasoline) | $12,038 | 3/5 | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2012 model
crew cab 4WD 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- mega cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Full-sized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2003
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $35,120 - $51,465
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 62%
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 250 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 78 in
- Wheelbase
- 161 in
- Weight
- 6,590 lb
- Towing capacity
- 10,050 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 1/5
- Driving
- 2/5
- Styling
- 1/5
- Value
- 2/5
Vehicle ID: 5369 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
crew cab 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- mega cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Full-sized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2003
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $35,120 - $51,465
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 250 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 78 in
- Wheelbase
- 161 in
- Weight
- 6,590 lb
- Towing capacity
- 10,050 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 1/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 8036 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
crew cab 6.7-liter 6 (350 hp) turbodiesel (Diesel) · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- mega cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Full-sized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2003
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $13,175
- Retail value range
- $8,150 - $20,450
- Original MSRP range
- $32,215 - $50,645
- Trade-in range
- $4,770 - $17,425
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 250 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 78 in
- Wheelbase
- 161 in
- Weight
- 6,590 lb
- Towing capacity
- 10,050 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 1/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7477 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
crew cab 5.7-liter V8 (330 hp) (Regular Gasoline) · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- mega cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Full-sized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2003
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $12,038
- Retail value range
- $8,350 - $17,925
- Original MSRP range
- $25,830 - $51,075
- Trade-in range
- $4,970 - $14,875
Ratings
- Reliability
- 3/5
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 250 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 78 in
- Wheelbase
- 161 in
- Weight
- 6,590 lb
- Towing capacity
- 10,050 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
Vehicle ID: 5751 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
