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 2017 Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab

$15,640

speed 97,951 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
SLT

location_on

Apple Ford Pro Commercial Lakeville

Lakeville, MN

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$33,707

speed 104,567 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Limited

location_on

Shottenkirk Chevrolet

Waukee, IA

(515) 298-5731

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 13,920 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT
4WD

location_on

Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Warwick

Warwick, NY

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$47,787

speed 40,996 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Seth Wadley Chevrolet Of Ada

Ada, OK

(580) 308-8684

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$28,900

speed 69,720 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT
4x4

location_on

Sioux Falls Ford Pro Elite Commercial Center

Sioux Falls, SD

(605) 519-2295

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$38,610

speed 26,395 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Ford Albany

Albany, GA

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Warlock Crew Cab

$25,493

speed 79,821 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Warlock

location_on

Daniels Chevrolet

Swainsboro, GA

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$45,554

speed 12,144 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Taylor Ford Michigan

Taylor, MI

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$34,696

speed 69,870 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Laramie

location_on

Gullo Ford Of Conroe

Conroe, TX

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$20,794

speed 117,978 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Lone Star Silver

location_on

Gullo Ford Of Conroe

Conroe, TX

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$28,955

speed 81,061 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
8 Cylinder Engine
4x4

location_on

Dahl Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Rochester

Rochester, MN

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Longhorn Crew Cab

$58,411

speed 39,033 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Twin Turbo Premium Gasoline I-6 3.0 L/183
4WD

location_on

Jacky Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Hayesville

Hayesville, NC

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$60,086

speed 205 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Twin Turbo Regular Gasoline I-6 3.0 L/183
4WD

location_on

Jacky Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Hayesville

Hayesville, NC

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 16,368 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

New Holland Ford

New Holland, PA