The Ram Rampage, a truck that continues to intrigue enthusiasts in the US despite its absence from the market, is receiving significant updates for the 2025 model year. While American roads remain Rampage-free, this Brazil-manufactured pickup is enhancing its appeal with a more robust diesel engine and a fresh Big Horn trim level.
Enhanced Diesel Engine for the 2025 Rampage
Stepping up its diesel game, the 2025 Ram Rampage Truck replaces its previous 2.0-liter turbodiesel with a larger 2.2-liter unit. This engine upgrade brings a notable power increase, now delivering 200 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. This translates to an added 30 hp and a substantial 52 lb-ft of torque, promising improved performance and capability for the Rampage truck.
Retaining the smooth-shifting nine-speed automatic transmission, Ram has adjusted the gear ratios by lengthening them by 14%. This modification aims to improve fuel efficiency, a key consideration for truck owners. The 2025 Rampage diesel is now estimated to achieve 25 miles per gallon in city driving and 31.2 mpg on highways, balancing power with economy.
While not engineered for outright sportiness, the diesel Rampage truck offers respectable acceleration. It can reach 62 mph from a standstill in under 10 seconds. Ram specifies a 6.4-second sprint from 37 to 62 mph and 8 seconds for the 50 to 75 mph range, indicating confident performance for everyday driving and work tasks. This updated diesel engine is available across the 2025 Rampage lineup, excluding the high-performance R/T trim.
Big Horn Trim Joins the 2025 Ram Rampage Lineup
For the 2025 model year, Ram is introducing a new Big Horn trim level to the Rampage truck range in Brazil. Positioned as the entry-level option, the Big Horn is exclusively paired with the upgraded diesel engine. Previously, the Rampage Big Horn was produced at Stellantis’ Goiana plant primarily for export markets. While pricing for the 2025 Big Horn is yet to be announced, it is expected to be more accessible than the Rampage Rebel, which currently sells for approximately $45,000 in Brazil.
The Ram Rampage in Brazil is exclusively offered with a 4×4 drivetrain and the nine-speed ZF automatic transmission, emphasizing its capability and refinement. Underneath the skin, the Rampage truck shares its Small Wide 4×4 LWB platform with vehicles like the Jeep Compass, Alfa Romeo Tonale, and Dodge Hornet. This platform sharing also extends to the Jeep Commander, a seven-seat SUV sold in India, highlighting the Rampage’s robust and versatile underpinnings.
2025 Ram Rampage Big Horn front quarter view showcasing its robust design and diesel engine
Side profile of the 2025 Ram Rampage Big Horn highlighting its pickup truck body style and new trim features
Rear view of the 2025 Ram Rampage Big Horn displaying its truck bed and taillight design
US Availability of the Rampage Truck Remains Uncertain
The question of whether the Rampage truck will ever reach US shores remains unanswered. Despite hints last year from a UAW Vice President about a potential midsize truck production at Stellantis’ Belvidere, Illinois factory, Ram has not confirmed any plans. Furthermore, Stellantis has recently announced delays in reopening the Belvidere plant, casting further doubt on the near-term prospects of the Rampage appearing in the US market.
The Rampage is not the only Stellantis truck unavailable in the US. The Ram 1200, a rebadged pickup related to the Peugeot Landtrek and Fiat Titano, and smaller trucks like the Ram 1000 (based on the Fiat Toro) and Ram 700 (derived from the Fiat Strada) are also sold in other markets but not in the United States.
While US truck enthusiasts await potential news, the 2025 Ram Rampage continues to evolve in international markets, offering a compelling blend of diesel power and modern features in the mid-size truck segment.
Source: Ram
