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 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$31,000

speed 78,959 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT
4x4

location_on

V&H Automotive Ford

Marshfield, WI

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$37,402

speed 53,905 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Covert Ford of Hutto

Hutto, TX

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$34,494

speed 93,561 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Kendall GMC of Nampa

Nampa, ID

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$29,988 List Price

$26,800

speed 47,901 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Tom Masano Ford

Reading, PA

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$47,288

speed 10,136 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Ford of Port Richey

Port Richey, FL

Used 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab

$17,621

speed 116,124 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Big Horn

location_on

Southern Ford Newport News

Newport News, VA

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$30,495

speed 71,758 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Koons Ford Woodbridge

Woodbridge, VA

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$57,193

speed 3,202 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Hoblit Chrysler Jeep Dodge

Woodland, CA

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$26,488

speed 122,199 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Limited

location_on

Hoblit Chrysler Jeep Dodge

Woodland, CA

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$29,495

speed 98,035 mi

sell

Key features

Hybrid
HEMI eTorque 5.7L Mild Hybrid V8 395hp 410ft. lbs.
4x4

location_on

Premier Truck Rental Fort Worth

Fort Worth, TX

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$37,489

speed 54,702 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Bettenhausen CDJR of Tinley Park

Tinley Park, IL

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$31,000

speed 63,880 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Bettenhausen CDJR of Tinley Park

Tinley Park, IL

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 43,030 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x2
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

ALM Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Perry

Perry, GA

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$34,164

speed 36,084 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x4
Tradesman

location_on

ALM Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Perry

Perry, GA