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 Rebel Crew Cab

$30,664

speed 102,047 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x4
Rebel

location_on

ALM Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Perry

Perry, GA

Used 2016 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$9,912

speed 192,147 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Express

location_on

Koch33 Ford

Easton, PA

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$39,750 List Price

$34,457

speed 40,282 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Schumacher Chevrolet Little Falls

Little Falls, NJ

Used 2019 Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab

$22,403

speed 86,718 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
SLT Crew Cab 4x4 6'4' Box

location_on

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$29,999

speed 100,986 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7 Liter
4x4

location_on

AutoNation Ford Arapahoe

Centennial, CO

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$60,370

speed 398 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L 8 Cylinder Engine
4WD

location_on

All American Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Odessa

Odessa, TX

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$36,995

speed 29,074 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Tradesman

location_on

Tropical Ford Inc

Orlando, FL

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 51,930 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Westgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Raleigh, NC

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$29,237

speed 104,153 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Phillips Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Ocala, FL

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$30,237

speed 80,522 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Phillips Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Ocala, FL

Used 2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$21,237

speed 99,279 mi

sell

Key features

Gas/E85
RWD
Express

location_on

Phillips Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Ocala, FL

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$35,989

speed 58,109 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Monroe Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM Superstore

Monroe, MI

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$27,619

speed 85,321 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Monroe Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM Superstore

Monroe, MI

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$32,842

speed 60,332 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Laramie

location_on

Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of the Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$35,000

speed 19,607 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn

location_on

Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of the Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH