Ram 2500 · Elgin CDJR · Streamwood, IL

Ram 2500 Rebel near Elgin, IL

The Rebel is the off-road Ram 2500 that sits between the Warlock and the Power Wagon. Ram's 2027 configurator data (updated Nov. 5, 2026) lists it at $70,940 MSRP, as a Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4 box, with the 405-hp 6.4-liter HEMI V8 standard and the 6.7-liter Cummins High Output turbo diesel optional. Ask about one at Elgin CDJR in Streamwood, near Elgin.

Black Ram 2500 on a desert highway
Ram 2500; photo from the Ram 2500 page at Elgin CDJR, not necessarily a Rebel
$70,9402027 MSRP, Crew Cab 6'4" 4x4
405 hp6.4L HEMI V8, standard
1,075 lb-ft6.7L Cummins HO, optional
13.2 in.ground clearance

What is the Ram 2500 Rebel?

Ram describes its heavy-duty off-roaders as the value-packed Warlock, the balanced Rebel and the Power Wagon. The Rebel comes one way, a Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4 box, and in Ram's 2027 configurator data it lists at $70,940 MSRP, $3,495 less than a HEMI Power Wagon. Ram's 2027 feature availability guide lists the 12-inch Uconnect radio, ParkSense front and rear park assist and Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage as standard, with Rebel Level 1 and Level 2 equipment groups as options.

2027 and 2026 Ram 2500 Rebel prices

Ram 2500 trim2027 MSRP2026 MSRP
Laramie$66,425$65,240
Rebel$70,940$69,755
Power Wagon (HEMI)$74,435$73,250
Power Wagon (Cummins HO)$73,770Not listed

MSRPs are from Ram's 2027 and 2026 Ram 2500 configurator data (updated Nov. 5, 2026), before the $2,795 destination charge ($2,845 in Hawaii), tax, title, license and dealer fees. The Cummins HO Power Wagon is new for 2027. Our price on a specific truck is on its vehicle page.

Starting MSRP, 2027 Ram 2500 Crew Cab 6'4" 4x4$0$45,000$90,000Laramie$66,425Rebel$70,940Power Wagon$74,435Limited$78,725
2027 Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4 box, before destination, from Ram's configurator data.

Ram 2500 Rebel engines

6.4L HEMI V8 (standard)6.7L Cummins HO I-6 (optional)
Output405 hp, 429 lb-ft430 hp, 1,075 lb-ft
TransmissionTorqueFlite 8HP75-LCV eight-speed automaticTorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic
Rear axle ratio3.73 standard, 4.10 optional3.42
Transfer caseElectronic on-demandElectronic on-demand

Output and transmissions from Ram's What's New for 2027 release; standard and optional engines, axle ratios and transfer case from the 2027 feature availability guide. Ram's 2027 release gives preliminary Ram 2500 maximums of up to 17,740 lbs of towing with the HEMI and up to 20,000 lbs with the Cummins HO, when properly equipped; ask us for the rating of the exact truck you choose.

Rebel size and off-road numbers

MeasurementRebelPower Wagon (HEMI)
Wheelbase149.3 in.149.3 in.
Overall length238.8 in.238.8 in.
Overall height80.9 in.80.9 in.
Ground clearance13.2 in.14.2 in.
Approach angle26.1 degrees29.4 degrees
Breakover angle20.6 degrees22 degrees
Departure angle26 degrees26 degrees
Turning diameter48.2 ft.48.2 ft.

From the Power Wagon and Rebel Crew Cab column of Ram's 2027 Heavy Duty specifications, which lists the Rebel's clearance, approach and breakover figures together with the Power Wagon diesel's.

Rebel equipment and options

Standard

The 12-inch Uconnect radio, ParkSense front and rear park assist, Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection, adaptive cruise control and an integrated trailer brake controller.

Rebel Level 1 group

Black Bristol leather bucket seats, an Alpine nine-speaker audio system with subwoofer, premium power-folding, telescoping heated mirrors with memory, power-adjustable pedals, auto high-beams, rain-sensing wipers, a rear 115-volt outlet, the Mopar sport performance hood and a dual wireless charger.

Rebel Level 2 group

Adds full-leather door trim, Natura bucket seats, the 14.5-inch Uconnect with navigation, the 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, the front passenger display, the Bed Utility Group, a cargo-view camera and power running boards.

New options for 2027

Ram's 2027 release adds a Warn electric winch (HEMI) and a sport performance hood as standalone Rebel options. The feature guide also lists auto-leveling rear air suspension, a power sunroof and the Lunar Edition (diesel only) as Rebel options.

From Ram's 2027 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty feature availability guide and What's New for 2027 release. The window sticker on each truck lists its exact equipment.

Ram 2500 Rebel vs. Power Wagon

Both are Crew Cab 4x4 trucks on the same 149.3-inch wheelbase with the 6-foot-4 box. For 2027 both can be ordered with the Cummins HO, which is new on the Power Wagon this year. The Power Wagon lists at $74,435 MSRP with the HEMI V8, $3,495 more than the Rebel, and Ram's specifications give the HEMI Power Wagon 1 inch more ground clearance and a 3.3-degree steeper approach angle. Compare the two on our Ram 2500 Power Wagon page.

Find a Ram 2500 Rebel

Search our current Ram 2500 inventory, or contact us to order a Rebel with the engine and packages you want.

Buying a Ram 2500 Rebel at Elgin CDJR

Test drive

Choose a Ram 2500 Rebel from our new inventory and use its vehicle page to check availability, or contact the sales team. Tell us which one and when you plan to come in.

Value your trade

Get a trade-in value online before you visit with the trade-in form, then have it confirmed in person on the day.

Financing and leasing

Apply for financing online and compare the lease and finance programs on the current offers page. The finance FAQs cover lease vs. buy and credit questions.

Service after the sale

Our service department handles maintenance, recalls and warranty work. Schedule service online.

Elgin CDJR is at 1500 W. Lake St. (U.S. 20) in Streamwood, a short drive from Elgin, South Elgin, Bartlett, Hanover Park, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Carpentersville and St. Charles. Get directions or contact us to confirm a specific vehicle is on the lot before you come in.

Ram 2500 Rebel FAQ

How much is a 2027 Ram 2500 Rebel?

Ram's configurator data (updated Nov. 5, 2026) lists the 2027 Ram 2500 Rebel Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4 box at $70,940 MSRP, before the $2,795 destination charge ($2,845 in Hawaii). The 2026 Rebel lists at $69,755.

What cab and box does the Ram 2500 Rebel come with?

Only one: a Crew Cab with the 6-foot-4 box, 4x4. Ram's 2027 feature availability guide lists no Regular Cab, 8-foot box, Mega Cab or 4x2 Rebel.

Can you get a Ram 2500 Rebel with the Cummins diesel?

Yes. Ram's 2027 feature availability guide lists the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 as standard and the 6.7-liter Cummins High Output turbo diesel as optional on the Rebel. Ram's What's New for 2027 release rates the Cummins HO at 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft.

What is the ground clearance of a Ram 2500 Rebel?

Ram's 2027 Heavy Duty specifications list 13.2 inches of ground clearance, a 26.1-degree approach angle, a 20.6-degree breakover angle and a 26-degree departure angle for the Rebel Crew Cab 4x4.

Ram 2500 Rebel or Power Wagon?

In Ram's 2027 configurator data the Power Wagon lists at $74,435 MSRP with the HEMI V8 and $73,770 with the Cummins HO, against $70,940 for the Rebel. The specifications list 14.2 inches of ground clearance and a 29.4-degree approach angle for the HEMI Power Wagon, against 13.2 inches and 26.1 degrees for the Rebel.

Can you add a winch to the Ram 2500 Rebel?

Yes. Ram's What's New for 2027 release says a Warn electric winch is now a standalone option on Rebel and Power Wagon models with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. The feature availability guide lists it as a 12,000-lb front winch, HEMI only.

Sources

Prices are from Ram's Ram 2500 configurator data (updated Nov. 5, 2026); cab, drive, standard and optional engines, axles and equipment groups from the 2027 feature availability guide; dimensions and off-road angles from the 2027 Heavy Duty specifications; engine output, transmissions, the lineup, new options and towing maximums from What's New for 2027. All read on November 11, 2026. The photo is from the Ram 2500 page at Elgin CDJR.

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