2026 Ram 1500 Models & Pricing
Compare Every 2026 Ram 1500 Trim | From the Work-Ready Tradesman to the RHO Off-Road Performance Truck
The Complete 2026 Ram 1500 Lineup
The Ram 1500 has redefined what a half-ton truck can be, combining refined interiors, a comfortable ride and proven capability. The 2026 lineup spans ten distinct trims, from no-nonsense work trucks to hand-stitched flagship luxury, plus the high-performance RHO that succeeds the TRX. Big news for 2026: the 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque (395 hp / 410 lb-ft) returns as an option on Tradesman, Express, Big Horn, Warlock, Laramie, Rebel, Limited and Limited Longhorn, joining the 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque and the 420-hp and 540-hp Hurricane twin-turbo inline-sixes, and the Express and Black Express return to the lineup. Whether you need a dependable jobsite partner, a daily driver with a premium cabin, a factory-built off-road machine, or the most extreme half-ton on the road, there's a 2026 Ram 1500 for you. Below is the complete lineup at Mahon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Brevard.
Ram 1500 Tradesman
Work-Ready Foundation
Starting MSRP: $42,025
The Tradesman is the foundation of the Ram 1500 lineup — purpose-built for work. Durable vinyl flooring, standard 8.4-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, and Class IV trailer hitch make it ready for the jobsite from day one.
- 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque standard; Hurricane SO and 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque available
- 8-speed automatic; Class IV trailer hitch receiver; LED headlamps
- Uconnect 5 with 8.4-inch touchscreen; 3.5-inch digital cluster (7-inch available)
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, remote start (new standard content vs 2025)
- Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Lane Keep Assist, blind-spot monitoring with trailer detection
- Vinyl 40/20/40 bench (cloth available); front/rear ParkSense park assist
Available: 4x2 / 4x4
Ram 1500 Express
Sport Styling, Smart Value
Starting MSRP: $44,150
Express delivers blacked-out sport styling at an attainable price. Body-color front bumper and grille, 20-inch wheels, and bold black exterior accents give it serious presence.
- 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque standard; Hurricane SO ($1,695) and 5.7L HEMI eTorque ($2,895) available
- 20-inch aluminum wheels; body-color front and rear bumpers and grille
- Black-bezel LED headlamps and fog lamps; black cloth bench seats
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, remote start, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning with AEB
- Available Black Express package ($995, 4x4): black 20-inch wheels, sport performance hood, black badging, side steps
- Tow rating up to 11,550 lb (Quad Cab 4x2 with Hurricane SO)
Available: 4x2 / 4x4
Ram 1500 Big Horn
Most Popular Trim
Starting MSRP: $47,280
Big Horn is the volume seller for good reason — power features, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-way power driver seat, and an upgraded Uconnect display turn this work-capable truck into a comfortable everyday driver.
- 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque standard; Hurricane SO and 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque available
- 18-inch aluminum wheels (20-inch available); chrome grille surround and bumpers
- Uconnect 5 8.4-inch touchscreen (12-inch Uconnect 5 NAV available); 7- or 12-inch digital cluster available
- Deluxe cloth bucket seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel; available 10-way power driver seat
- LED headlamps and fog lamps; available Active-Level air suspension
- Available Sport Appearance, Night Edition, Big Horn Level 1/2 Equipment Groups, panoramic sunroof (Crew Cab)
Available: 4x2 / 4x4
Ram 1500 Warlock
Off-Road Attitude
Starting MSRP: $52,865
Warlock takes the Big Horn formula and adds genuine off-road credibility with a factory-installed off-road suspension, all-terrain tires on 18-inch black wheels, and aggressive black exterior styling.
- 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque now standard (Hurricane SO was standard in 2025); Hurricane SO and 5.7L HEMI eTorque with GT exhaust available
- 1-inch raised ride height, Bilstein performance shocks, underbody skid plates
- Electronic locking rear axle, Selec-Speed Control, front tow hooks
- 18-inch black aluminum wheels with 33-inch all-terrain tires; black grille and badging
- Uconnect 5 8.4-inch touchscreen with 7-inch digital cluster; black cloth bench seat
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, blind-spot monitoring, remote start
Available: 4x4
Ram 1500 Laramie
Premium Comfort
Starting MSRP: $61,480
Step into the Laramie and the upgrade is immediate. Leather-trimmed bucket seats with heat and ventilation, 12-inch Uconnect 5 navigation standard, adaptive cruise with Stop & Go, and a heated steering wheel turn every commute into a premium experience.
- 3.0L Hurricane SO twin-turbo I6 (420 hp) standard; 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque available
- Heated and ventilated leather-trimmed 10-way power front seats; heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Uconnect 5 NAV 12-inch touchscreen (14.4-inch available); nine-speaker Alpine audio
- Dual-zone automatic climate control, heated rear seats, remote start; 20-inch aluminum wheels
- LED headlamps and fog lamps; five selectable drive modes (4x4)
- Available Laramie Preferred, Sport Appearance, Night Edition, Southwest Edition, air suspension
Available: 4x2 / 4x4
Ram 1500 Rebel
Factory Off-Road Hero
Starting MSRP: $65,050
Rebel is engineered from the ground up for off-road performance. A coil suspension with a 1-inch lift and Bilstein performance-tuned shocks gives 9.7 inches of ground clearance, and 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires on 18-inch black wheels, an electronic locking rear axle, skid plates, hill descent control and tow hooks make it trail-ready out of the gate. The 420-hp Hurricane Standard Output is standard, the 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque is available (late availability), and Active-Level air suspension with a 2-inch lift is optional.
- 3.0L Hurricane SO twin-turbo I6 (420 hp) standard; 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque available (late availability)
- Coil suspension with 1-inch lift and Bilstein shocks; 9.7 inches of ground clearance
- 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires on 18-inch black wheels; electronic locking rear axle
- Skid plates, hill descent control, Selec-Speed Control, sport performance hood and tow hooks
- 12-inch digital cluster; Uconnect 5 NAV 12-inch touchscreen (14.4-inch available)
- Available Active-Level air suspension with 2-inch lift, G/T Package, 360-degree camera
Available: 4x4
Ram 1500 RHO
High-Performance Off-Road
Starting MSRP: $73,795
The RHO is the Ram 1500's most extreme off-road performance variant — the spiritual successor to the TRX. The high-output twin-turbocharged Hurricane I6 delivers 540 horsepower, paired with Bilstein BlackHawk e2 remote-reservoir shocks, 35-inch off-road tires, and Active-Level air suspension. Engineered to dominate desert and trail alike.
- 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6: 540 hp / 521 lb-ft; 0-60 mph in 4.6 s
- Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shocks; 2-inch raised ride height, 11.8 inches of ground clearance
- 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires; available 18-inch beadlock-capable wheels
- High-speed electronic locking rear axle, Dana 60 rear axle, full-time active transfer case, skid plates
- Nine drive modes with performance and off-road pages; 12-inch digital cluster, available 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 NAV
- Widebody fenders and bed sides; available hands-free Active Driving Assist
Available: 4x4
Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn
Western-Inspired Luxury
Starting MSRP: $76,900
Limited Longhorn delivers Western-themed luxury that's unmistakable. Filigree-stitched full-leather interior, real wood accents, premium audio, and the exclusive Longhorn appearance package make this a flagship that wears its heritage proudly.
- 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (540 hp) standard; 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque with GT exhaust a no-charge option
- Active-Level four-corner air suspension
- Western-themed leather interior with filigree stitching and genuine wood; wood and leather-wrapped heated steering wheel
- Heated, ventilated, massaging 12-way power front seats; heated and ventilated reclining rear seats
- Uconnect 5 NAV 12-inch touchscreen (14.4-inch available); 12-inch digital cluster; 10.25-inch passenger display
- 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio, full-LED projector headlamps, power running boards
Available: 4x4
Ram 1500 Limited
Modern Luxury
Starting MSRP: $76,405
Limited represents contemporary luxury: a chrome grille, bumpers and door handles, 20-inch wheels, full-LED projector headlamps with adaptive front lighting, power running boards and a power tailgate outside; heated, ventilated, massaging 12-way power leather front seats and reclining rear seats inside. The 540-hp Hurricane High Output and Active-Level air suspension are standard, the 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque is a no-charge option, and a 12-inch Uconnect 5 NAV touchscreen, dual wireless charging and hands-on Active Driving Assist are included, with hands-free available.
- 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (540 hp) standard; 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque with GT exhaust a no-charge option
- Active-Level four-corner air suspension
- Heated, ventilated, massaging 12-way power leather front seats; heated and ventilated reclining 60/40 rear seats
- Uconnect 5 NAV 12-inch touchscreen (14.4-inch available); 12-inch digital cluster; dual wireless charging
- Full-LED projector headlamps with adaptive front lighting; chrome grille, bumpers and door handles; 20-inch wheels
- Power running boards, power tailgate; hands-on Active Driving Assist standard, hands-free available
Available: 4x4
Ram 1500 Tungsten
Top-of-the-Line Flagship
Starting MSRP: $88,800
Tungsten sits at the apex of the Ram 1500 lineup — and arguably the entire half-ton segment. Quilted Natura Plus leather, Palermo wood accents, exclusive monochromatic exterior styling, and a 23-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system define a new standard for pickup luxury.
- 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (540 hp) standard
- 24-way power front seats with heat, ventilation, massage and memory; heated and ventilated reclining rear seats
- 23-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere audio (1,228 watts)
- Uconnect 5 NAV 14.4-inch touchscreen, 10.25-inch passenger display; Ram Digital Key
- 22-inch wheels, Tungsten-exclusive bodyside molding, power running boards, dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Hands-free Active Driving Assist standard; RamBox cargo management and power tailgate
Available: 4x4
Which 2026 Ram 1500 Is Right for You?
Best Work Value
TradesmanStarting at $42,025
Pure capability. Everything you need for the jobsite.
Most Popular
TradesmanStarting at $47,280
The volume trim. Best balance of price and features.
Premium Comfort
TradesmanStarting at $61,480
Leather, heated and ventilated seats, premium tech.
Performance Off-Road
TradesmanStarting at $73,795
540-hp Hurricane HO. 35-inch tires. Bilstein Black Hawk e2 shocks.
Flagship Luxury
TradesmanStarting at $88,800
Top of the lineup. Quilted leather, 23-speaker Klipsch audio.
Explore the 2026 Ram 1500 Lineup at Mahon CDJR
Ready to see the Ram 1500 in person? Visit Mahon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram at 1161 Asheville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712. Our sales team can walk you through every 2026 trim, help you compare features side by side, and put you behind the wheel for a test drive. Whether you're shopping for value, comfort, capability, or flagship luxury, we can help you find the right Ram 1500.
We serve customers throughout Western North Carolina including Asheville, Waynesville, Hendersonville, Pisgah Forest, and beyond. Call our Sales team at (828) 845-4437 to discuss your Ram 1500 needs or arrange financing.
Pricing Note: Starting MSRP values shown are Ram's current 2026 model year prices for each trim's base configuration as of September 2026 and exclude the $2,795 destination charge. Tradesman, Express and Big Horn start as a Quad Cab 4x2 and Laramie as a Crew Cab 4x2; Crew Cab and 4x4 configurations cost more. Actual pricing may vary based on cab and box, engine, options, and current incentives. Please contact Mahon CDJR for current, accurate pricing on the specific Ram 1500 you're interested in.
2026 Ram 1500: Frequently Asked Questions
What trim levels does the 2026 Ram 1500 come in?
The 2026 Ram 1500 lineup includes Tradesman, Express, Big Horn (sold as Lone Star in Texas), Warlock, Laramie, Rebel, the high-performance RHO, Limited Longhorn, Limited, and the flagship Tungsten. Availability at Mahon CDJR in Brevard, NC varies by stock.
What engines does the 2026 Ram 1500 offer, and is the HEMI V8 back?
Yes. The 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque returns for 2026 with 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft, available on Tradesman, Express, Big Horn, Warlock, Laramie, Rebel (late availability), Limited and Limited Longhorn, and a no-charge option on the last two. It joins the 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque (305 hp) standard on Tradesman, Express, Big Horn and Warlock, the 3.0L Hurricane Standard Output (420 hp) standard on Laramie and Rebel, and the Hurricane High Output (540 hp) standard on RHO, Limited Longhorn, Limited and Tungsten.
What's the difference between the Hurricane Standard Output and High Output?
Both are 3.0L twin-turbo inline-sixes with an 8-speed automatic. The Standard Output makes 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque; it is standard on Laramie and Rebel and a $1,695 option on Tradesman, Express, Big Horn and Warlock. The High Output makes 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft, requires 91 octane, and is standard on Limited, Limited Longhorn, Tungsten and RHO.
Does the 2026 Ram 1500 come in a diesel?
No. The 2026 Ram 1500 engine lineup is the 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque, the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six in Standard and High Output, and the returning 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque. No diesel is offered.
What is the Ram 1500 RHO?
The RHO is Ram's high-performance off-road half-ton and successor to the TRX. For 2026 it uses the 540-horsepower Hurricane High Output with Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shocks, a 2-inch raised ride height with 11.8 inches of ground clearance, 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires, a Dana 60 rear axle and widebody fenders, and it runs 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds. It starts at $73,795 plus destination.
How much can the 2026 Ram 1500 tow?
When properly equipped, the 2026 Ram 1500 tows up to 11,550 pounds with the Hurricane Standard Output (Express Quad Cab 4x2), and the returning 5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque is rated up to 11,320 pounds. Maximum towing depends on cab, box, drivetrain and equipment, so ask Mahon CDJR for the rating on a specific truck.
What's the difference between the 2026 Ram 1500 Express and Warlock?
Both are value-priced style trims that return for 2026 with the Pentastar V6 eTorque standard and the Hurricane Standard Output and 5.7L HEMI available. Express ($44,150) is the street look: 20-inch wheels, body-color bumpers and grille, black-bezel LED headlamps and an available Black Express package. Warlock ($52,865) is the off-road version: Crew Cab 4x4 only, with a 1-inch raised ride height, Bilstein shocks, skid plates, an electronic locking rear axle and 33-inch all-terrain tires on 18-inch black wheels.
Is the 2026 Ram 1500 for sale near me?
Yes. Mahon CDJR in Brevard, NC stocks the 2026 Ram 1500 and serves shoppers across Transylvania County, Hendersonville, and the greater Asheville area. Browse Mahon CDJR's in-stock Ram 1500 inventory to check current availability.
How much does the 2026 Ram 1500 cost?
Current 2026 Ram 1500 pricing runs from $42,025 for the Tradesman Quad Cab 4x2 to $88,800 for the Tungsten, plus $2,795 destination. Express starts at $44,150, Big Horn at $47,280, Warlock at $52,865, Laramie at $61,480, Rebel at $65,050, RHO at $73,795, Limited at $76,405 and Limited Longhorn at $76,900. Ram pricing and incentives change frequently, so contact Mahon CDJR near Asheville for current offers on in-stock trucks.
Created October 1, 2026 by MM Dealer Advocates