There are plenty of alternatives for work van buyers, but not everyone requires a full-size model. For those people, the little 2022 Ram ProMaster City might be more appealing.
As opposed to a V-6 or V-8, it is propelled by a fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, and its compact size makes it easier to manoeuvre through parking lots and through traffic.
There is a Ram ProMaster City that is made to haul people and one that is made to haul cargo—up to 1890 pounds of it, in fact.
If serving your family is what you're after, we'd suggest the Ford Transit Connect or Mercedes-Benz Metris, two of the ProMaster City's competitors.
Ram reduced the number of ProMaster City trims from four to just two for 2022. Ram reduced the number of ProMaster City trims from four to just two for 2022.
It has 16-inch steel wheels and exterior features include manual-folding sideview mirrors, LED taillights, and a rear cargo door with a window insert panel.
The list of driver-assistance features is limited to a backup camera and rear parking sensors. Under the hood of every RAM ProMaster City van manufactured in 2022 is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine.
The payload capacity of the RAM ProMaster City is impressive. It can carry up to 1890 pounds, which is more than competing vans like the Transit Connect (1550 pounds).
The 2000-pound towing capacity of the RAM ProMaster City. Its number is consistent with the tow ratings of other vans in this class.
The 2000-pound towing capacity of the RAM ProMaster City. Its number is consistent with the tow ratings of other vans in this class.
Due to its tall, narrow exterior and high centre of gravity, this vehicle requires caution when turning. The ProMaster City has acceptable handling and ride quality in all other respects.
The EPA forecasts that the 2022 RAM ProMaster City can get up to 21/28 mpg on the city/highway. The EPA forecasts that the 2022 RAM ProMaster City can get up to 21/28 mpg on the city/highway.
These are reliable figures, and the Mercedes-Benz Metris is outperformed by this van in terms of fuel efficiency (up to 19/23 mpg city/highway).
There is plenty of space for cargo inside the RAM ProMaster City. It has significant cargo room for a compact vehicle, up to 132 cubic feet.
The Ram ProMaster City makes a significant amount of noise inside the cabin when travelling at highway speeds. Rivals like the Metris provide more tranquil lodgings.