Key Features of the 2026 RAM 1500

HEMI® V8 Power Is Back

You heard that right—the famously powerful HEMI® V8 returns to the lineup, reinforcing why this truck’s reputation for strength is so enduring. The HEMI® brings the kind of instant throttle response and confident passing power that makes towing and merging feel effortless. Its broad torque curve pairs well with trailering, farm tasks, or highway miles with a family camper in tow. What stands out most is the combination of brawn and daily drivability: the HEMI® V8 is tuned for smooth, predictable performance, and the chassis helps put the power down with stability whether the bed is loaded or the hitch is occupied. For drivers who value a classic V8 feel backed by modern engineering and chassis tuning, this is the powertrain that checks every box.

3.0L Hurricane Engines

The available 3.0L Hurricane Engines deliver advanced power density with impressive horsepower and torque. Paired with a quick-shifting transmission and integrated cooling, these engines were designed for real-world work, not just spec sheets. With maximum available figures reaching up to 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft of torque, the 2026 RAM 1500 puts serious muscle at your command while maintaining exceptional composure under load. On steep grades or when passing with a trailer, the Hurricanes deliver confident acceleration. Around town, their responsiveness makes the truck feel light on its feet. If you want the latest in performance engineering without giving up the heave-ho capability you expect, these engines offer a compelling middle ground between pure V8 character and cutting-edge forced-induction power.

11,610-Pound Maximum Available Towing

Capability headlines matter when your weekends involve boats and your weekdays involve equipment. With up to 11,610 pounds of maximum available towing and up to 2,360 pounds of maximum available payload, this truck is built for big jobs. The strength is backed by available integrated trailering technology that adds confidence when hitching, hauling, and backing. Add in calibrated suspension tuning for stability and braking systems engineered for predictable stops, and you have a truck that works with you, not against you, when the load is heavy. From highway merges to tight launches at the ramp, the 2026 RAM 1500 translates engineering numbers into real-world control.

50+ Inches of Combined Available Digital Displays

Advanced cabin tech elevates every drive. With 50+ inches of combined available digital displays, the cockpit becomes your command center. Clear graphics and smart layouts present navigation, audio, vehicle data, and towing tools at a glance. Available passenger and rear-seat displays keep everyone informed and entertained, while Uconnect® systems offer seamless smartphone integration and intuitive menus. This harmony of screens is about more than wow factor—it is about reducing distraction by putting the right information in the right place. Whether you are exploring new backroads, supervising a haul, or guiding your crew to the next job, this interface is designed to help.

Hands-Free Active Driving Assist (ADA)

Long stretches of highway and after-hours drives are easier with available Hands-Free Active Driving Assist (ADA). This system is engineered to support hands-free driving in certain conditions, easing fatigue while maintaining awareness through driver-attention monitoring and a robust sensor suite. Pair it with the available safety and security features, and you have a pickup that looks after your workload and your well-being. It is a holistic approach: cameras for better trailering visibility, sensors to help spot hazards, and software that brings the best of modern driver assistance to the truck world. Style and substance come together across trims too, from the off-road Rebel® to the Black Express Edition featuring 20-Inch Black Aluminum Wheels, Body Color Bumpers, a Sport Performance Hood, Mopar® Black Tubular Side Steps, all-black accents, and more.