Introduction
The 2026 Ram 1500 arrives just in time for winter demands, offering more than just toy storage and delivery. The new 2026 Ram 1500 provides serious towing power and the return of the HEMI V8 engine. The lineup has been expanded with a new model. As usual, you get advanced driver assist technology, towing capacity, and luxury comfort in upper trims that make every drive a dream.
The 2026 Ram 1500 lineup fulfills both your wish list and work needs. Check out our holiday review for a complete look at the new 2026 Ram 1500 with the HEMI V8 engine, power, performance, and luxury comfort designed for every season, terrain, and more.
Key Takeaways
- Santa’s elves have been working hard this year to give you more horsepower with the return of the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 in the 2026 Ram 1500.
- Holidays and every day will be even better than before with more upfront savings when you choose the new 2026 Ram 1500 Express.
- With more trims, power, and praise from experts and consumers, the 2026 Ram 1500 is the best way to power through the year.
New Year, New Gears: What’s New for the 2026 Ram 1500?
It’s a new year with new gears for the 2026 Ram 1500, and the biggest news this year is the return of the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 in the 2026 Ram 1500. Ram heard all the feedback, and thanks to customers like you, the 2026 Ram 1500 full-size pickup comes back with the all-new power of the HEMI V8 engine.
The 2026 Ram 1500 lineup now includes the new Express trim, which follows the Tradesman base trim and is available in 4x4 and 4x2 drivetrains, with two cabin configurations and two box sizes. The 2026 Ram 1500 Express has a 3.6L V6 engine and can tow up to 7,700 pounds. The 2026 Ram 1500 Express provides an affordable and powerful option, making this trim, positioned above the entry-level Tradesman, perfect for drivers seeking value and performance.
Unwrapping the Lineup: 2026 Ram 1500 Lineup and Features
The 2026 Ram 1500 lineup is completely new, offering more trims and increased power for both performance and hauling. Now available in ten models, including the new 2026 Ram 1500 Express, anyone can find the perfect full-size truck to handle anything you throw at it, especially with its full-size towing capacity.
2026 Ram 1500 Lineup:
- Ram 1500 Tradesman
- Ram 1500 Express (new)
- Ram 1500 Warlock
- Ram 1500 Big Horn
- Ram 1500 Laramie
- Ram 1500 Rebel
- Ram 1500 RHO
- Ram 1500 Limited
- Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn
- Ram 1500 Tungsten
The 2026 Ram 1500 trims feature LED headlights, brake lights, taillights, fog lamps, and daytime running lamps, along with remotely activated perimeter and approach lights, including puddle lights. The 2026 Ram 1500 full-size trucks also have heated power-adjustable mirrors, a sunroof, chrome accents, and more.
Inside the new 2026 Ram 1500, you'll find comfortable cabins with some trims offering premium luxury features like heated bucket leather seats, a wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, large displays including a 12.0-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB ports, storage compartments under the rear seats, available luxury floor mat options, and accents throughout along with convenience and connectivity so you can work anywhere.
Tidings of Torque and Horsepower: The 2026 Ram 1500 Tows
When properly equipped, the 2026 Ram 1500 is a powerful truck that competes with the best, offering a maximum towing capacity of 11,550 pounds with the 3.0L Hurricane engine that delivers 420 horsepower and 469 lb.-ft. of torque. Other engine options for the 2026 Ram 1500 include the High-Output 3.0L Hurricane engine with 540 horsepower and the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine with eTorque, which produces 305 horsepower and can tow up to 8,110 pounds.
If the power to tow isn’t enough, and you’re looking for a full-size truck with some pickup, then check out the 2026 Ram 1500 Limited 4x4 Crew Cab with the High-Output Hurricane Inline-Six, which Car and Driver has reached 60 MPH in an impressive 4.2 seconds.
Hark! It’s the HEMI V8 Engine
Your holiday wishes are coming true because the HEMI V8 engine is back in the 2026 Ram 1500, and its power is unmatched. With ten models available and three engine options, the new 2026 Ram 1500 is the perfect choice to power through this holiday season and the year ahead. Visit Alan Jay Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Clewiston. We wish you a joyful holiday season and more from our Alan Jay family to yours.