Ram ProMaster Compared: Rivals and Trims
Shopping full-size cargo vans? The Ram ProMaster is the front-wheel-drive value pick, with a low load floor, strong payload, and an available electric version. Open a one-on-one comparison below, see how it stacks up, and walk through the configurations.
ProMaster matchups, one on one
Already have a rival in mind? Each link opens a full side-by-side of the ProMaster against that specific van, spec for spec.
How the ProMaster measures up
| Model |
Starting MSRP |
Drivetrain |
Max payload |
Max cargo |
| Ram ProMaster |
About $46,555 |
Front-wheel drive |
Up to 4,750 lbs |
Up to 463 cu ft |
| Ford Transit |
About $50,075 |
Rear-wheel drive (AWD available) |
Up to 4,430 lbs |
Up to 487 cu ft |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter |
About $51,285 |
Rear-wheel drive (AWD available) |
Up to 6,812 lbs (4500) |
Comparable |
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
The ProMaster is the value pick and the only front-wheel-drive van here, with a low load floor and strong payload at the lowest starting price. The Transit offers rear- and all-wheel drive and slightly more maximum cargo, while the Sprinter is the premium option with the highest payload on its 4500 series and a diesel engine. Open a head-to-head above for the full breakdown.
Worth knowing about the ProMaster
- The ProMaster is the only full-size van here with front-wheel drive and the lowest starting price.
- It carries up to 4,750 pounds of payload, ahead of the gas Ford Transit.
- An all-electric ProMaster EV is available for quiet, gas-free local delivery.
ProMaster trim comparison
The ProMaster is sold by configuration rather than luxury trim: choose a length, roof height, and body style (cargo, window, or cutaway), plus the gas V6 or the electric ProMaster EV.
| Trim |
Highlights |
Best for |
| 1500 / 2500 / 3500 series |
Increasing payload and gross weight ratings for heavier work |
Payload needs |
| Roof height and length |
Low or high roof and multiple wheelbases for cargo volume |
Cargo needs |
| Cargo / window / cutaway |
Body styles for delivery, crew, or upfit and box bodies |
Upfit needs |
| ProMaster EV |
All-electric drivetrain for quiet, gas-free local routes |
Electric fleets |
ProMaster comparison FAQ
What vans compete with the Ram ProMaster?
The ProMaster is most cross-shopped with the Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. We have a dedicated comparison for each; open the links above.
Is the ProMaster cheaper than the Transit and Sprinter?
Yes. The ProMaster starts around $46,555, below the Transit (about $50,075) and the Sprinter (about $51,285).
Which van has front-wheel drive?
Only the ProMaster. It is the sole full-size van here with front-wheel drive, which aids wet-weather traction and allows a low, flat load floor. The Transit and Sprinter are rear-wheel drive with all-wheel drive available.
Which van carries the most?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 offers the highest maximum payload, while the ProMaster leads the Ford Transit on payload and the Transit offers slightly more maximum cargo volume.
Does the ProMaster come as an electric van?
Yes, the ProMaster EV. Ford also offers the E-Transit; the Sprinter offers an eSprinter in some configurations.
Which configuration should I choose?
Match the series (1500, 2500, 3500) to your payload, the roof height and length to your cargo volume, and the body style to your upfit. Our commercial team can help you spec it.