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 Salem, Indiana

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Lone Star Quad Cab

$14,878

speed 195,270 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Elmhurst Ford

Bensenville, IL (251.5 mi)

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Warlock Crew Cab

$24,377

speed 81,417 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Warlock

location_on

Elmhurst Ford

Bensenville, IL (251.5 mi)

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$28,128

speed 94,643 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Elmhurst Ford

Bensenville, IL (251.5 mi)

Used 2012 Ram 1500 Sport Quad Cab

$14,871

speed 99,678 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Sport

location_on

Elmhurst Ford

Bensenville, IL (251.5 mi)

Used 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$22,891

speed 98,422 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Rebel

location_on

Baumann Ford Oregon

Oregon, OH (252.4 mi)

Used 2013 Ram 1500 Laramie

$14,491

speed 152,177 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie Longhorn

location_on

Baumann Ford Oregon

Oregon, OH (252.4 mi)

Used 2021 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$31,387

speed 62,383 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7 L
4WD

location_on

Golf Mill Ford Inc

Niles, IL (253.4 mi)

Used 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab

$28,391

speed 100,125 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7 L
4WD

location_on

Golf Mill Ford Inc

Niles, IL (253.4 mi)

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab

$29,223

speed 87,590 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7 L
4WD

location_on

Golf Mill Ford Inc

Niles, IL (253.4 mi)

Used 2024 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$33,407

speed 13,530 mi

sell

Key features

Hybrid
6
4x4

location_on

Haggerty Ford, Inc.

West Chicago, IL (253.4 mi)

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$20,498

speed 146,522 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Seelye Ford of Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo, MI (253.6 mi)

(269) 371-3828

Used 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab

$35,410

speed 65,280 mi

sell

Key features

Gasoline
5.7 Liter
4x4

location_on

Golf Mill Chevrolet

Niles, IL (254.4 mi)

Used 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$36,677

speed 44,458 mi

sell

Key features

Diesel
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Castle Chevrolet North

Elk Grove Village, IL (255.7 mi)

New 2027 Ram 1500 Warlock Crew Cab

$61,655 MSRP

$55,177

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Warlock

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169

New 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$67,555 MSRP

$51,177

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169

New 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab

$78,090 MSRP

$59,117

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Laramie

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169

New 2026 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$58,055 MSRP

$46,997

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Tradesman

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169

New 2026 Ram 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

$64,400 MSRP

$49,117

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Big Horn/Lone Star

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169

New 2027 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab

$59,485 MSRP

$53,177

sell

Key features

Gasoline
4WD
Express

location_on

Friendship Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bristol, TN (256.7 mi)

(423) 814-0169