AVOIR

1997 Dodge Ram 2500

Ownership intelligence · HD Pickup Truck
72
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 80
Longevity 73
Maintenance 49
Depreciation 81
Performance 79

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 reliable?

AVOIR rates the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500's reliability 80/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 72/100 (Good).

How long will a 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 last?

AVOIR scores the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500's longevity 73/100 (good), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 1997 Dodge Ram 2500?

AVOIR scores the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 on maintenance 49/100 and depreciation 81/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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