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Are all Laramie 4x4?

No, not all Laramie 4x4 trucks are the same. The Laramie trim level is an optional upgrade package offered on various Dodge Ram and Ram pickup truck models, and the 4x4 designation refers to the four-wheel-drive capability of the vehicle. The specific features and capabilities of a Laramie 4x4 truck can vary depending on the underlying model, engine, and other options selected.


Understanding the Laramie Trim Level


The Laramie trim level is a premium upgrade package available on Dodge Ram and Ram pickup trucks. It adds a range of luxury and convenience features to the base model, such as:


  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

  • Power-adjustable front seats

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control

  • Premium audio system

  • Chrome exterior trim and badging



The Laramie trim can be combined with various other options and packages, including the 4x4 drivetrain configuration.


4x4 Drivetrain Configurations


The 4x4 designation on a Laramie truck indicates that it has a four-wheel-drive system, which provides enhanced traction and off-road capability compared to a two-wheel-drive (2x4) model. However, the specific 4x4 system can vary depending on the truck model and engine:


  • Some Laramie 4x4 trucks may have a part-time 4x4 system, which requires the driver to manually engage the four-wheel-drive mode.

  • Other Laramie 4x4 trucks may have an automatic 4x4 system that can seamlessly switch between two-wheel and four-wheel drive based on driving conditions.

  • The available engine options, such as V6 or V8, can also affect the 4x4 system's capabilities and performance.



So, in summary, while all Laramie 4x4 trucks share the premium Laramie trim level and four-wheel-drive capability, the specific features and capabilities can vary depending on the underlying truck model, engine, and other options selected.

What is special about a Dodge Laramie?


It's the top-of-the-line trim level in most instances (unless there's a Special Edition trim that's…well, even more special) and it offers standard features like power-folding exterior mirrors, driver-seat memory functions, heated and leather-trimmed front seats, chrome flourishes, and wood-grain interior trim.



Is the Laramie 4X4?


2025 RAM 1500 LARAMIE CREW CAB 4X4 5'7' BOX. *Please Note: We turn our inventory daily, please check with the dealer to confirm vehicle availability.



What is the difference between a Laramie and a Longhorn?


The biggest distinction between it and the normal Laramie® trim, however, is their engines. While the RAM 1500 Laramie® has a 3.6-liter V6 engine, the Longhorn® version is equipped with a 5.7-liter V8 Hemi®. Visit our dealership today to learn more about the trim levels of the RAM truck lineup.



What comes standard on a Ram Laramie?


Comfort & Convenience

Electric power steeringStandard
Front seatback storageStandard
Leather and simulated alloy steering wheelStandard
Heated steering wheelStandard
Dual zone front climate controlStandard



What does Laramie edition mean?


Essentially, when you see the “Laramie” badge attached to a RAM 1500 or RAM 2500, it indicates premium appointments and luxury treatment.



What does the Laramie package include?


The Laramie includes all the features of a Big Horn, as well as: LED fog light and tail lights (1500) 18-inch polished aluminum wheels on LT275/70SR18E tires (2500) Body-colored bumpers (2500)



Which is better, Limited or Laramie?


Available solely in a crew cab configuration, the 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie stands out as a versatile and capable option. The Ram 1500 Limited elevates the luxury pickup experience, offering a refined interior and an exceptional level of craftsmanship that distinguishes it from the Laramie.



What makes a truck a Laramie?


The Ram 1500 Laramie is a trim level above the Big Horn. It takes the groundwork of the Big Horn, and builds upon it. The refined interior elements and technological amenities are upgraded even further when you buy this Ram truck trim.



What's the difference between a bighorn and a laramie?


Automatic headlamps are standard on these three trims, but what those headlamps are will change. The Big Horn has halogen headlamps, while the Laramie has LED reflector headlamps, and the Limited has LED projector headlamps.



Which Ram trucks have 4 wheel drive?


The RAM 1500 4×4 Crew Cab configurations come with a 5'7” or 6'4” box. RAM 1500 Classic: All models are available in either 4×2 or 4×4. RAM 1500 TRX: This sole model is only available in 4×4. RAM 2500: All models are available in either 4×2 or 4×4 except the Power Wagon® trim that is available only in 4×4.


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