New Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup known for one of the smoothest rides in the class and, for 2026, one of the widest engine ranges. The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 returns alongside the V6 and the twin-turbo Hurricane six, it tows up to 11,610 pounds, and it starts at about $40,500. Here is what to know before you buy one at ALM CDJR Perry.
Ram 1500 at a glance
- Class
- Full-size pickup truck
- Seating
- Up to 6
- Engines
- 3.6L V6 eTorque (305 hp); 3.0L Hurricane I6 (420 hp) or High Output (540 hp); 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque (395 hp)
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-drive with available 4×4
- Max towing
- Up to 11,610 lbs (properly equipped)
- Max payload
- Up to 2,360 lbs
- Cab and bed
- Quad Cab or Crew Cab; 5-foot-7 or 6-foot-4 bed
- Starting MSRP
- About $40,500
- Warranty
- 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain; 3-year / 36,000-mile basic
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
Top reasons drivers choose the Ram 1500
The HEMI V8 is back
After a year away, the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 returns as an option for 2026, making 395 horsepower with eTorque mild-hybrid assist, alongside the Hurricane inline-six and the V6.
Hurricane power and towing
The twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane six makes up to 540 horsepower in High Output form and tows up to 11,610 pounds, giving the 1500 strong capability without a V8.
Comfort leader
The Ram 1500 is known for one of the smoothest rides in the class, with an available air suspension, a coil-spring rear, and a quiet, upscale cabin.
Worth knowing about the Ram 1500
- The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 returns for 2026 after a one-year absence, so buyers who wanted a V8 Ram have it again.
- The Ram 1500 offers four engines for 2026, more choice than most rivals: a V6, two versions of the Hurricane six, and the HEMI V8.
- Its available air suspension and coil-spring rear give it one of the smoothest rides among full-size trucks.
- The High Output Hurricane makes 540 horsepower, more than the base V8s in the F-150 and Silverado.
Ram 1500 FAQ
Is the Ram 1500 a good truck?
Yes. The Ram 1500 pairs a smooth ride and an upscale cabin with up to 11,610 pounds of towing and, for 2026, four engine choices including the returning HEMI V8, all from about $40,500.
Does the 2026 Ram 1500 have a HEMI V8?
Yes. The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 returns for 2026 after a one-year absence, making 395 horsepower with eTorque mild-hybrid assist. It joins the V6 and the Hurricane inline-six.
How much can a Ram 1500 tow?
Properly equipped, the Ram 1500 tows up to 11,610 pounds and carries up to 2,360 pounds of payload.
What engines does the Ram 1500 offer?
Four for 2026: a 3.6-liter V6 with eTorque, a 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo six in standard (420 hp) and High Output (540 hp) tunes, and the returning 5.7-liter HEMI V8 (395 hp).
Is the Ram 1500 good on gas?
The V6 with eTorque and the Hurricane six are the efficiency-minded choices, while the HEMI V8 trades some economy for its signature sound and power.
How much is a new Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500 starts at about $40,500 and rises to around $64,000 for the luxury Limited. Contact us for current pricing on the trim and engine you want.
What is new on the 2026 Ram 1500 compared to 2025?
The headline is the return of the 5.7-liter HEMI V8, which Ram brought back as an option after dropping it for 2025. The Hurricane six and V6 carry over, so 2026 buyers get the widest engine range in years, with the RHO and Tungsten staying Hurricane-powered.
