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 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$29,395

speed 58,636 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

McFarland Ford Sales

Exeter, NH

(844) 707-9005

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$41,480

speed 55,590 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Fred Beans Ford of Boyertown

Boyertown, PA

(610) 365-4741

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$30,490

speed 40,069 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Hopkins Ford of Elgin

Elgin, IL

(847) 961-2419

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$23,912

speed 73,112 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT Engine
4x4

location_on

Fox Ford of Waynesburg

Waynesburg, PA

(724) 246-6485

Used 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Crew Cab

$89,995

speed 24,103 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
TRX

location_on

Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of the Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

(330) 366-1760

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$33,300

speed 78,843 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4x4
Rebel

location_on

Pittsville Ford

Pittsville, MD

(410) 941-3921

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$34,443

speed 72,083 mi

sell

Key features

Hybrid
V-8 cyl
4x4

location_on

Crown Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Dublin

Dublin, OH

(614) 391-1830

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$24,564 List Price

$22,005

speed 104,643 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L 8 Cylinder Engine
4WD

location_on

Priority Chevrolet Greenbrier

Chesapeake, VA

(757) 794-4512

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$35,000

speed 33,315 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

York Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT

Crawfordsville, IN

(765) 375-3101

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$37,403

speed 44,289 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn

location_on

Landers Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram

Bossier City, LA

(318) 855-1557

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$23,605

speed 176,686 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Rebel

location_on

Seth Wadley Chevrolet Of Ada

Ada, OK

(580) 308-8684

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$10,705

speed 229,190 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
RWD
Lone Star

location_on

Bayer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Hamilton, TX

(254) 278-2694

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$23,000

speed 106,165 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of the Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

(330) 366-1760

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$12,658

speed 163,220 mi

sell

Key features

Gas/E85
4WD
Big Horn

location_on

Bob Caldwell CDJR

Columbus, OH

(614) 858-8246