Used 2022 Ram ProMaster City

If you need a van for your business, but you don’t need all of the space of a full-size van, then a city van like the Ram ProMaster City is a more affordable and efficient alternative. With dual sliding doors, rear barn doors, and a standard engine that’s strong yet fuel-efficient, there’s a lot to like about this small work van.

The Ram ProMaster City is available as a cargo van or a passenger wagon. Unlike its chief rival, the Ford Transit Connect, the Ram only has one wheelbase, one engine, and one trim available. That’s not a bad thing if the standard body and engine of the ProMaster City work for you, but the Ford has many more configuration options.

For the 2022 model year, Ram has further simplified the model range of the ProMaster City. It used to be available in Tradesman or SLT trims, but for 2022, there’s only one trim available plus a few option packages and individual options.

If you’re used to driving a big, full-size commercial van, then you’ll be delighted by how easy the Ram ProMaster City is to drive. It has the driving dynamics of a compact car but the utility of a work van. It’s easy to maneuver on city streets and very easy to park for a commercial vehicle. If you’ll be conducting business in an urban setting, the ProMaster City will be right at home.

The sole engine option is a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder that boasts class-leading horsepower for a base engine in this class. This isn’t exactly a muscle car, but this engine strikes a satisfying balance of power and fuel efficiency, making it a good fit in a small work van. It also earns a best-in-class payload rating of up to 1,900 pounds. Also, it can tow up to 2,000 pounds.

Every Ram ProMaster City is equipped with front-wheel drive. FWD means this van has good all-season traction, making it a good choice if you live in a snowy climate. It also means low maintenance costs and lots of cargo space since there’s no driveshaft or rear axle in the way.

The inside of the Ram ProMaster City looks and feels like a work van. This no-frills interior has two front seats in the cargo van and five seats in the passenger wagon. It’s worth noting that the Ford Transit Connect passenger van has three rows of seats with seating for up to seven.

The cargo area is vast in the cargo van, with 131.7 cubic feet of space. The rear swing-out “barn doors” make the cargo hold easy to access, load, and unload. However, most adults won’t be able to stand up in the back.

The inside of the ProMaster City doesn’t have many premium features available. If you want a work van with a touch of luxury, you’ll want to check out a loaded Ford Transit Connect. The Ram does offer navigation and heated seats as options.

Since the Ram ProMaster City is based on a Fiat van, it doesn’t really look like a Ram truck. However, it’s pretty stylish for a commercial van with curvy lines integrated into the boxy shape. There isn’t much variety in the limited model range of the ProMaster City, but you can get handsome alloy wheels to make it look a little nicer.

Unlike the Ford Transit Connect, the ProMaster City only has one wheelbase available. It’s about the same size as the long-wheelbase Transit Connect, and it’s smaller than the Mercedes-Benz Metris and the average minivan.

TIGERSHARK MULTIAIR 2 ENGINE
This 2.4-liter inline-4 engine delivers best-in-class horsepower, towing, and payload for a base engine in a small commercial van.

HUGE CARGO AREA
The ProMaster City boasts up to 131.7 cubic feet of cargo space, class-leading for a compact commercial van.

The Ram ProMaster City comes in two distinct variants: a cargo van and a passenger wagon. The cargo van has two seats, and the passenger wagon has five, plus windows for the rear passengers. Other than those details, they’re similarly equipped.

Standard features in the ProMaster City include 16-inch steel wheels, air conditioning, a backup camera, rear parking sensors, premium cloth seats, remote keyless entry, dual sliding doors, and a Uconnect 3 infotainment system with a 5-inch screen and Bluetooth connectivity.

Options for the Ram ProMaster City are pretty limited. If you’re looking for modern infotainment and driver assistance tech features, you might be more interested in the Ford Transit Connect.

A few option packages for the ProMaster City include the Heated Seats & Power Mirror Group ($420), a Trailer Tow Group ($495), Lights and Wheels Group ($695) with fog lamps and alloy wheels, and Uconnect 3 NAV ($525) which adds navigation. There are also several metallic paint options, which all cost an extra $200.

A 2.4-liter inline-4 engine powers every 2022 Ram ProMaster City. It has class-leading horsepower for a base engine in this class, and it has some impressive capabilities for a van this size. It has a maximum payload rating of 1,900 pounds, and it can tow up to 2,000 pounds with the tow package.

Every ProMaster City has a 9-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

2.4-liter inline-4
178 horsepower @ 6,400 rpm
174 lb-ft of torque @ 3,800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 21/28 mpg