2026 Ram 1500 Review with Specs, Price, Trims, & Photos
Key Features
- Starting at $41,025 MSRP*
- Standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 with eTorque (305 HP / 269 LB-FT TQ), available 5.7L HEMI® V8 (395 HP / 410 LB-FT TQ), available 3.0L Hurricane Inline-6 (420 HP / 469 LB-FT TQ), or available High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Inline-6 (540 HP / 521 LB-FT TQ)
- Available class-exclusive Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension
- Optional Multifunction Tailgate with 60/40 Split Swing-Away Doors
- ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera
- Uconnect® 5 with 12.0-inch Touchscreen, Complete Personalization Options, up to Five User Profiles, a Customizable Home Screen, and Simultaneous Dual-Phone Connectivity
- Optional Heated and Ventilated Leather-Trimmed 10-Way Power Driver and Front Passenger Seats and Heated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Class-Exclusive Available RamBox® Cargo Management System
About the Ram 1500
Whether it’s on the job site or at the campsite, the Ram 1500 is a fixture on American roads due to its remarkable combination of proven performance and rugged engineering. A true force to be reckoned with, the competition continues to try to emulate the thrilling lineup of powerful engine options that span from utilitarian to downright thrilling. Leading the pack when it comes to innovation, standout features available on the Ram 1500 model range include things like its Multifunction Tailgate with 60/40 Split Swing-Away Doors, RamBox® Cargo Management System, and Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension. No matter if you’re interested in the work-ready Tradesman or you crave the refinement of the Tungsten, a diverse range of trim levels makes it easier than ever to find a Ram 1500 that’s a great match for your lifestyle. Featuring virtually endless personalization options and up to 5 user profiles, drivers can also access their favorite multimedia features using the award-winning Uconnect® 5 infotainment system. Built for those who need their trucks to work as efficiently and effectively as their owners, it’s easy to see why the Ram 1500 continues to set the standard for its class.
What the Critics Say
“Inside, the Ram 1500 has supremely functional cubby stowage and cavernous passenger space. Higher trims add upscale materials and creature comforts that make the Ram feel more like a luxury vehicle than a pickup truck. Most models can be equipped with upscale features such as heated and ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof, while the fanciest versions have premium leather surfaces and genuine wood accents.” – Car and Driver
“Even entry-level variants feel high-quality and upper trims are properly luxurious. Tech-forward buyers will appreciate the available portrait-oriented 12.0-inch touchscreen infotainment setup and Ram provides clever solutions such as a reconfigurable center console and Ram Box bed storage to make the truck even more usable.” – MotorTrend
What’s New For 2026
Fans of the Ram 1500 will be absolutely thrilled to learn about one update in particular for the 2026 model year. Making its triumphant return to the model range is the iconic 5.7-liter HEMI V8, not available on most trim levels of the 2025 Ram 1500. After a short hiatus, this muscular engine returns with 395 horsepower along with its unmistakable exhaust note. Elsewhere, the Ram 1500 range now features an all-new Express variant that comes equipped with darkened exterior design cues for a bold look. Additionally, a Black Express appearance package adds even more menacing exterior accents. Examples of such features include an exclusive Sport hood, black 20-inch alloy wheels, black exterior badging, and black cloth bucket seats.
Ram 1500 Features
Proven Performance
From remarkable fuel efficiency to astounding power, the Ram 1500 lineup features an impressive engine options list that’s got something for virtually any type of truck shopper. Helping you go the extra mile is the groundbreaking eTorque Mild Hybrid Technology System that’s available on the 3.6L Pentastar V6, helping to maximize your MPG while also boosting acceleration and throttle response. In total, this innovative drivetrain works to deliver its impressive towing and payload ratings of up to 8,110 pounds and 2,370 pounds, respectively. For those who crave even more muscle, you can’t ignore the iconic 5.7-liter HEMI V8 or the Hurricane inline-6 range of engines that boast best-in-class ratings of up to 540 horsepower.
Interested in exploring the path less traveled with your half-ton pickup? Feast your eyes on the adventurous Ram 1500 Rebel, nicely optioned with key features like all-terrain 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac® tires and durable exterior protection like skid plates and underbody shields. Additional performance innovations available on the Ram 1500 include its class-exclusive Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension, providing both comfort and adaptability on demand.
Clever Innovations
Since brains are nothing without the brawn to back them up, the Ram 1500 is built to outperform the competition with a lengthy list of groundbreaking features that are engineered to help you get the toughest tasks done. A perfect example is its class-exclusive RamBox® System that takes advantage of typically unused storage space between the truck bed walls for all of your essential items or tools. Arguably the most impressive component of this feature is the fact that bed space remains unimpacted, retaining its ability to haul 4×8-foot sheets of building materials. In a similar fashion, you can open its available multifunction tailgate to access the cargo area by opening it in a downward motion or sideways using its 60/40 split swing-away doors. There’s also the convenience of an available foot-activated deployable steel bed step for an extra assist when loading cargo. Other key features offered on the Ram 1500 include power side running boards, Tailgate Assist system, Trailer Hitch Light, and an in-bed 115-volt power outlet.
Comfort & Connectivity
Not only is the premium interior of the Ram 1500 packed with plenty of creature comforts – it’s also engineered to help provide a mix of support and style not found on the competition. The crown jewel of the dashboard is the revolutionary Uconnect® 5 infotainment system, offered with the largest-in-class 14.4-inch portrait display for quick access to all of your favorite multimedia features. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day at work or enjoying a dose of comfort on your daily drive, available leather-trimmed seating surfaces with heat and ventilation are the best way to personalize your comfort. Those riding in the back can also stretch out and experience up to a class-leading 45.3 inches of rear leg space on certain Ram 1500 trims. Examples of other upscale features offered inside the Ram 1500 include its Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroof and an impressive 900-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System. No matter if you use your truck for business or for pleasure, the interior of every Ram 1500 is constructed to help you get the most out of every mile.
Trims & Specs
Tradesman
- Starting at $41,025 MSRP*
- 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) with eTorque/8-speed automatic
- Uconnect® 5 with 12.0-Inch Touch Screen Display
- Heavy-Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Remote Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
Express
- Starting at $43,445 MSRP*
- 20-Inch x 9.0-Inch Aluminum Polished Painted Wheels
- Black badging, mirrors, door handles, and front grille
- Cloth High-Back Bucket Seats
- Wheel-to-Wheel Side-Steps
- Ram Clean-Air System
Big Horn
- Starting at $46,575 MSRP*
- Cloth 40/20/40-split front bench seat and 60/40-split rear bench seat
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 3 USB ports—2 located on lower left and 1 in upper lid of bench seat
- 18-inch aluminum painted wheels
- 3.5-inch monochrome cluster
Warlock
- Starting at $51,865 MSRP*
- Available 3.0L Hurricane Twin-Turbo Inline-6 Engine
- 7-Pin Wiring Harness and Class IV Receiver-Hitch
- Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly Part-Time Transfer-Case
- Warlock Decal
- Black Mesh Grille with Chrome “RAM” Lettering
Laramie
- Starting at $61,075 MSRP*
- Leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats with memory functions
- Uconnect® 5 Nav with 12.0-inch touchscreen display
- Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
- LED ambient interior lighting
- LED headlamps and taillamps with chrome bezels
Rebel
- Starting at $64,740 MSRP*
- 1-inch raised ride height
- “Rebel” Exterior Side Graphics by Mopar®
- Black-surround unique grille, Sport Performance Hood, and Powder-coated bumpers
- Cloth / Vinyl Low-Back Bucket Seats
- Cluster with 12-Inch TFT Color Display
RHO
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- Starting at $72,495 MSRP*
- High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Inline-6 with Electronic Full-Time 4WD-Mode-Only Transfer Case
- Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Wireless Charging-Pad
- Off-Road Fender-Flares
Limited
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- Starting at $75,700 MSRP*
- Power Tailgate
- Power Deployable Running Boards
- RamBox® Cargo-Management System
- Rain-Sensitive Windshield Wipers
- Premium Quilted Leather Bucket Seats
Limited Longhorn
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- Starting at $76,895 MSRP*
- Premium Leather Seats with Filigree
- Heated & Ventilated Second-Row Seats
- 19-Speaker Harman Kardon® Premium Sound
- Front Passenger Interactive Display
- Bright Front / Mold-in-Color Rear Door Sill Plates
Tungsten
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- Starting at $88,095 MSRP*
- 4-Corner Air-Suspension
- 22-Inch x 9.0-Inch Polish/Painted Wheels w/ Inserts
- 20-Way Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
- Uconnect® 5 Nav with 14.4-Inch Touch Screen Display
- Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroof
*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at price refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. A more expensive model may be shown. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.