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 2024 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$47,500

speed 40,585 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

DARCARS Orangepark Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM

Jacksonville, FL

(904) 299-1867

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$39,348

speed 14,797 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn

location_on

Ken Ganley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Aurora

Aurora, OH

(330) 846-5518

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab

contact for price

speed 16,801 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
3.0 L
RWD

location_on

Kelley Buick GMC, Inc

Bartow, FL

(863) 260-8926

Used 2014 Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

$17,199

speed 136,527 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Sport

location_on

Corwin Ford Tri-Cities

Pasco, WA

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$25,948

speed 73,001 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Sarchione Chevrolet

Randolph, OH

(330) 632-8806

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$36,775

speed 51,573 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
3.0L V6 24V DDI DOHC
4WD

location_on

Van Chevrolet

Scottsdale, AZ

(480) 864-4200

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$22,822

speed 111,685 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
3.6L V6 24V VVT
4WD

location_on

Paradise Chevrolet Ventura

Ventura, CA

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$28,549

speed 42,501 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Casa Chevrolet of Prescott

Prescott, AZ

(928) 582-8498

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Night Crew Cab

$27,990 List Price

$26,990

speed 76,058 mi

sell

Key features

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

location_on

JT's Dodgeland of Columbia

Columbia, SC

(803) 590-9034

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 41,943 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Stivers Ford South

Union City, GA

(470) 238-9584

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$11,738

speed 137,062 mi

sell

Key features

Gas/E85
RWD
Tradesman

location_on

Brickell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Miami, FL

(786) 235-9583

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$31,279

speed 107,365 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
V-8 cyl
4x4

location_on

Charlie Obaugh Ford of Waynesboro

Waynesboro, VA

(540) 837-6758

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$34,111

speed 73,637 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Bill Utter Ford

Denton, TX

(940) 236-3247

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$39,993

speed 60,239 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Courtesy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Stonecrest, GA

(601) 654-6118

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

$19,219

speed 93,361 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Tradesman

location_on

The Ford Store San Leandro

San Leandro, CA

Used 2014 Ram 1500 Tradesman Quad Cab

contact for price

speed 161,806 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Tradesman

location_on

Corwin Ford Nampa

Nampa, ID

(208) 960-6318

Used 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$46,715

speed 16,095 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
I-6 cyl
4x4

location_on

Al Piemonte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Crystal Lake, IL

(815) 201-8312