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 near Kennesaw, Georgia

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$36,995

speed 36,607 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Bettenhausen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Lockport

Lockport, IL (555 mi)

(815) 524-0356

Used 2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$39,438

speed 32,366 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
Hurricane 3.0L Twin Turbo I6 420hp 469ft. lbs.
4x4

location_on

Classic Ford Mentor

Mentor, OH (557.4 mi)

(440) 595-6080

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab

$31,338

speed 15,756 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
HEMI eTorque 5.7L V8 395hp 410ft. lbs.
4x2

location_on

Classic Ford Mentor

Mentor, OH (557.4 mi)

(440) 595-6080

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$49,205 List Price

$42,914

speed 25,592 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Keystone Ford Chambersburg

Chambersburg, PA (559 mi)

(717) 708-3614

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$25,995

speed 99,090 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
8 Cylinder Engine
4x4

location_on

Rod Baker Ford Sls Inc

Plainfield, IL (559.9 mi)

(815) 335-9836

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 84,908 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4x4
Big Horn

location_on

Classic Buick GMC - Painesville

Painesville, OH (561.5 mi)

(440) 693-2422

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$34,466

speed 68,850 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Randall Ford

Fort Smith, AR (561.6 mi)

(539) 352-4077

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$42,924

speed 29,102 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Limited

location_on

Randall Ford

Fort Smith, AR (561.6 mi)

(539) 352-4077

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$33,607

speed 39,577 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Randall Ford

Fort Smith, AR (561.6 mi)

(539) 352-4077

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

contact for price

speed 21,005 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Willowbrook Ford

Willowbrook, IL (562.7 mi)

(312) 598-1183

Used 2023 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$36,078

speed 27,332 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Willowbrook Ford

Willowbrook, IL (562.7 mi)

(312) 598-1183

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$28,195

speed 60,683 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel Gen 3 Engine
4x4

location_on

Trust Auto

Sykesville, MD (564.1 mi)

(443) 230-5501

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

$30,495

speed 72,014 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L Hemi VVT V8 Engine
4x4

location_on

Trust Auto

Sykesville, MD (564.1 mi)

(443) 230-5501

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$34,395

speed 57,749 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT Etorque Engine
4x4

location_on

Trust Auto

Sykesville, MD (564.1 mi)

(443) 230-5501

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Crew Cab

$38,995

speed 40,307 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT Etorque Engine
4x4

location_on

Trust Auto

Sykesville, MD (564.1 mi)

(443) 230-5501

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$34,671

speed 20,041 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Advantage Chevrolet

Hodgkins, IL (564.3 mi)

(708) 316-9207

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$32,971

speed 77,073 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Rebel

location_on

Advantage Chevrolet

Hodgkins, IL (564.3 mi)

(708) 316-9207