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 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$27,291

speed 100,188 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Capital Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Llc

Garner, NC

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$27,989

speed 69,512 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Vatland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Vero Beach, FL

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$47,450

speed 20,332 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN

Used 2015 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$16,995

speed 127,584 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x4
Tradesman4D 5 1/2 ft

location_on

Eddie's Auto Sales

Church Hill, TN

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman Regular Cab

$19,995

speed 9,393 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x2
Tradesman 2D 8 ft

location_on

Eddie's Auto Sales

Church Hill, TN

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman Regular Cab

$17,995

speed 25,664 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x2
Tradesman Pickup 2D 8 ft

location_on

Eddie's Auto Sales

Church Hill, TN

Used 2016 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$12,995

speed 202,494 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x4
Tradesman 4D 6 1/3 ft

location_on

Eddie's Auto Sales

Church Hill, TN

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Warlock Quad Cab

$26,377

speed 77,718 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
8 Cylinder Engine
4x4

location_on

West Herr Chevrolet of East Syracuse

East Syracuse, NY

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$35,555

speed 48,502 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

York Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT

Crawfordsville, IN

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$21,889

speed 98,776 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

NYE Ford

Oneida, NY

Used 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Crew Cab

$74,000

speed 38,236 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
TRX

location_on

Fairway Ford of Canfield

Canfield, OH

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$43,073

speed 39,150 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V-8 variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine with cylinder deactivation and 395HP
4WD

location_on

Michael Hohl Chevrolet

Carson City, NV

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$33,296

speed 69,555 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
8 Cylinder Engine
4x4

location_on

Dahl Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Stevens Point

Stevens Point, WI

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$34,774

speed 30,892 mi

sell

Key features

Hybrid
5.7 L
4WD

location_on

Huffines Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Lewisville

Lewisville, TX

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$59,348

speed 15,734 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Ken Ganley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Aurora

Aurora, OH

Used 2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$15,999

speed 150,050 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Express

location_on

Corwin Ford Tri-Cities

Pasco, WA

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$36,149

speed 46,171 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Tacoma Dodge

Tacoma, WA