The Ram 1500 TRX was Ram’s response to the no-holds barred offroaders that have increasingly become more popular in recent years. Boasting an incredibly wide array of features that range from its specialized, race ready suspension to its monstrous 6.2 liter V8 sourced straight from the Dodge Hellcat, the TRX was, and still is, a truck to behold.
Though discontinued, there’s plenty of reasons to pick up a new TRX, and in this article, we’ll be going into all you need to know about the off-road capabilities of the 2024 Ram 1500 TRX.
Key Takeaways
- Though the 2024 model year was the final one for the TRX, there’s still plenty of inventory available for this year.
- The TRX has great offerings like its Hellcat-derived V8 and its specially tuned suspension that most offroaders just can’t beat.
- There’s reasons to buy the TRX aside from its great off-road prowess, as it hosts a competitive resale value.
Will there be a 2025 RAM TRX?
Unfortunately, no. Car and Driver reported that 2024 would be the final year of the Ram 1500 TRX, with Stellantis announcing that they would be pulling the plug on the beloved offroader. Last year saw two trims for the TRX, the base trim, and a special “Final Edition” which was created for a limited 4000 unit release.
The Final Edition offered some exclusive colors, those being Delmonico Red, Night Edge Blue, and Harvest Sunrise. Additionally, plenty of trimwork makes the Final Edition really stand out.
Features like a bedside graphic, Patina contrast stitching, and all exclusive finishing touches on both the interior and exterior make the Final Edition truly feel as grand as it looks. The prices for a new TRX read as:
- TRX - $98,335
- Final Edition - $119,620
Car and Driver is fond of the TRX as-is, but they note that the Level 1 Package may be worth splurging on for those wanting features like heated seats and steering wheel, leather trimmed seats, cargo-bog lighting, and even a bonus storage compartment under the rear seat!
Additionally recommended is the Trailer-Tow package, to turn the off road funhaver into a versatile workhorse.
Is the Ram TRX holding its value?
With the TRX having ceased production, an important factor to consider when purchasing a TRX is its value retention over time. Luckily, Motortrend reports that the 2024 Ram TRX sees a strong retention figure, stating that it expects TRX models to hold on to about 64.6% of its value after five years.
It’s easy to see why, too, with Edmunds reporting that the off road-oriented model boasts a wide range of attractive features, including a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine sourced from the Dodge Hellcat. Adding on to the deal are tempting additions like its utterly massive 35-inch all-terrain tires.
Those two features alone will sell most cars, but when pairing them with the TRX’s performance exhaust system, as well as its specialised suspension that features Bilstein adaptive dampers, a company known for their racing exploits, it’s easy to see why the TRX isn’t just a no holds barred offroad funhaver, it’s a viable long-term investment.
Summary
Though no longer with us, the TRX provides plenty of reasons to buy even a year removed from its shuttering. Finding its value in its top of the line off-road offerings, the TRX is also a truck that’s worth taking care of and reaping the benefit down the line… that is, if you can resist the 702 HP offroading menace that is the 2024 TRX.