Description 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 Retail Price Range: $19,947 - $24,963 The 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 is available in four models: Regular Cab 2WD or 4WD, and Club Cab 2WD or 4WD. All Ram 3500s have Dual Rear Wheels (DRW), and three engines are available. The base engine is a 5.9-liter V8 with 230 horsepower. Both a 5.9-liter in-line 6-cylinder diesel and 8.0-liter V8 are optional. All engines are available with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Optional features include a 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), an engine block heater, and a sliding rear window. A driver airbag is standard.