2500 VS 3500

[Big Whiskey]

8 hours ago, Ride S40T said:

Know this thread is a bit old.  Been driving the 2019 Denalis (2500 and 3500SRW ) over the past two weeks.   Amazingly, the 3500 rides better due to the 18” wheels.  20” on the 2500s.  That little bit of cushion makes a difference in the seat.  Found all other characteristics to be identical.  And as best I can tell, they both ride on the same Spring setup when not towing.   Seems the small bit of overload springs are the only thing different on the suspension and are not in play when scooting around empty.     

Yes, that's true. The 3500SRW have 18" rims, which will have more sidewall than the 20's. And, the extra overload springs on the 3500 don't come into play when empty. Those are the main differences on the 3500 vs 2500 debate...other than the heavier duty rear end on the 3500 gasser. 

[damnthetorpedoes]

Depending on what state you are in there could be significant registration tax savings with the 3500. In MN anything over 10,000lbs is taxed on weight not value so the annual registration is a lot less. I had a 3500 and didn't notice any worse ride quality than a friends 2500. The overload springs were helpful with a heavy load in the bed.