What is the difference between the Ram 1500 and the old Dodge Ram?

Ram trucks were sold under the Dodge brand until 2009, when Ram was spun off as a standalone truck brand under Stellantis (then Chrysler). Trucks from 2010 onward are branded simply as Ram rather than Dodge Ram. The underlying truck is the same lineage — buyers searching for "used Dodge Ram 1500" will find the same model sold as Ram 1500 from 2010 onward.

What is the Ram 1500 TRX?

The Ram 1500 TRX is the high-performance off-road variant of the Ram 1500, introduced for the 2021 model year. It features a supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 producing 702 horsepower, 35-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires, Fox Racing shocks with remote reservoirs, and a 2-inch factory lift. The TRX competes directly with the Ford F-150 Raptor R and commands a significant premium in both new and used markets.

What makes the Ram 1500 ride quality different from its competitors?

The Ram 1500 uses a coil-spring rear suspension rather than the leaf-spring setup found on the Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, and GMC Sierra. This design provides a noticeably smoother, more car-like ride quality — particularly on rough roads and when the bed is unloaded. It's one of the most commonly cited reasons buyers choose the Ram 1500 over its direct competitors.

What engines come in used Ram 1500s?

The used Ram 1500 market features several engine options. The 5.7L HEMI V8 is the most common and well-regarded choice, available across most trim levels. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 serves as the base engine. The 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 is available for buyers prioritizing fuel economy and towing efficiency. The TRX uses the supercharged 6.2L HEMI. The eTorque mild hybrid system is available on both the V6 and HEMI in newer models.

How much can a Ram 1500 tow?

The Ram 1500 can tow up to 12,750 lbs when equipped with the 5.7L HEMI V8 and the available towing package. The 3.0L EcoDiesel is rated up to 12,560 lbs. As always, actual towing capacity depends on the specific axle ratio, cab configuration, and whether the truck is equipped with the towing package — verify the tow rating on the door sticker of the specific truck.

Ram 1500 Trucks for Sale

Used 2012 Ram 1500 ST Quad Cab

$15,000

speed 40,383 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
V8, 5.7L
RWD

location_on

Jessup Chevrolet

Cathedral City, CA

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$32,216

speed 54,794 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Laramie

location_on

Mike Calvert Ford of Houston

Houston, TX

Used 2013 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$15,417

speed 86,466 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT
4WD

location_on

Reineke Ford of Findlay

Findlay, OH

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$49,950 List Price

$37,318

speed 71,615 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT eTorque
4WD

location_on

Reineke Ford of Findlay

Findlay, OH

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$35,990 List Price

$31,948

speed 51,455 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Champion Chevrolet of Avon

Avon, IN

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$29,601

speed 94,897 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Rebel

location_on

Milnes Ford

Lapeer, MI

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$38,438

speed 30,500 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Hurricane 3.0L Twin Turbo I6 420hp 469ft. lbs.
4x4

location_on

Classic Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Madison, OH

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$44,164

speed 17,741 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Gilbert Ford

Okeechobee, FL

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$33,567

speed 54,344 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Waxahachie Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram

Waxahachie, TX

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$45,924

speed 33,267 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
3.0L V6
4WD

location_on

Duncan Chevrolet

Stratford, TX

Used 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Crew Cab

$73,410

speed 43,936 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
TRX

location_on

Southern Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram FIAT Norfolk

Norfolk, VA

Used 2013 Ram 1500 Tradesman Regular Cab

$9,699

speed 223,410 mi

sell

Key features

Gas/E85
RWD
Tradesman

location_on

Marshal Mize Ford

Chattanooga, TN

Used 2016 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$15,800

speed 126,887 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Regular Gasoline V-8 5.7 L/345
RWD

location_on

Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Escondido, CA

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$55,800

speed 15,588 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Regular Gasoline V-8 5.7 L/345
4WD

location_on

Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Escondido, CA

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$60,931

speed 6,287 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Bill Currie Ford

Tampa, FL