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2026 Ram 1500
A 5-seat PICKUP with gas powertrain and RWD and 4WD availability.
2026 Ram 1500 is a 5-seat PICKUP with gas powertrain. 2026 Ram 1500 offers RWD and 4WD; the exact drivetrain can change efficiency or capability, so the version matters.
10TRIMS
GasPOWERTRAINS
5SEATS
1,920 lbHIGHEST PAYLOAD IN THIS GUIDE
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10TRIMS
GasPOWERTRAINS
5SEATS
1,920 lbHIGHEST PAYLOAD IN THIS GUIDE
AUTOUNITE VEHICLE GUIDE
Know the 2026 Ram 1500. Know what matters before you shop.
2026 Ram 1500 is a 5-seat PICKUP with gas powertrain.
2026 Ram 1500 offers RWD and 4WD; the exact drivetrain can change efficiency or capability, so the version matters.
60-SECOND AUTOUNITE BRIEF
The 2026 Ram 1500, explained before the spec sheet.
AutoUnite starts with the choices that can change the decision, then keeps the deeper facts ready when you want to verify them.
Ask AutoUnite about this vehicleWhat it is
2026 Ram 1500 is a 5-seat PICKUP with gas powertrain.
The lineup decision
2026 Ram 1500 has 10 named trims in the lineup shown here: Express, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, RHO, Tradesman, Tungsten, and Warlock, with additional versions in the full trim view.
Power and efficiency
Powertrain choices shown for 2026 Ram 1500 include Gas.
Living with it
Equipment documented for this model year includes Tow hooks, All-terrain tires, Locking rear differential, Power adjustable pedals, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display, Heated front seats, Heated rear seats,...
POWER & EFFICIENCY
Understand how the vehicle changes underneath.
Powertrain choices shown for 2026 Ram 1500 include Gas.
GasRWD / 4WDUp to 21 combined mpgUp to 420 hp
SPACE & EVERYDAY LIFE
See what the numbers mean in daily use.
Equipment documented for this model year includes Tow hooks, All-terrain tires, Locking rear differential, Power adjustable pedals, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display, Heated front seats, Heated rear seats,...
5 seats
CHOOSE YOUR VERSION
Find the version that changes the decision.
2026 Ram 1500 has 10 named trims in the lineup shown here: Express, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, RHO, Tradesman, Tungsten, and Warlock, with additional versions in the full trim view.
10 documented trims
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Start with what matters
2026 Ram 1500 is a 5-seat PICKUP with gas powertrain.
2026 Ram 1500 offers RWD and 4WD; the exact drivetrain can change efficiency or capability, so the version matters.
How the lineup breaks down
2026 Ram 1500 has 10 named trims in the lineup shown here: Express, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, RHO, Tradesman, Tungsten, and Warlock, with additional versions in the full trim view.
The trim name matters because equipment, powertrain choices, capability and pricing can change as you move through the range.
Laramie
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Limited
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Limited Longhorn
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
RHO
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Tradesman
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Tungsten
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Warlock
Detailed powertrain mapping for this trim is still being completed.
Big Horn
Gas · eng_unknown|fp_d6a60f03086b1f1e · RWD
Rebel
Gas · eng_unknown|fp_18b3a9fa10fa6a7f · 4WD
Powertrains, efficiency and capability
Powertrain choices shown for 2026 Ram 1500 include Gas.
Depending on the version, drivetrain choices shown include RWD and 4WD.
up to 1,920 lb of payload in the highest documented version. Those are ceiling figures for the versions that carry the data, not promises for every trim.
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- Drive
- RWD / 4WD
- Power
- Up to 420 hp
- Efficiency
- Up to 21 combined mpg
Interior, technology and everyday use
Equipment documented for this model year includes Tow hooks, All-terrain tires, Locking rear differential, Power adjustable pedals, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display, Heated front seats, Heated rear seats, and Heated leather steering wheel. Some features can be standard on one trim, optional on another, or tied to a package.
Package names currently documented include Trailer-tow group, Advanced safety group, Quick order package23z, Big horn level1equipment group, Quick order package21z, and Protection group. Package availability does not prove that a package is installed on a particular vehicle.
Equipment worth knowing
- Tow hooks
- All-terrain tires
- Locking rear differential
- Power adjustable pedals
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display
- Heated front seats
Packages in the catalog
- Trailer-tow group
- Advanced safety group
- Quick order package23z
- Big horn level1equipment group
Safety evidence in context
This Guide includes 7 recalls, 91 complaints, and 321 manufacturer communications. These are different kinds of records, not a reliability score or failure rate, and applicability can vary by version or powertrain.
Ask AutoUnite which safety facts apply to the version you're considering.
What ownership looks like
Detailed warranty or maintenance guidance is not complete enough here for a useful summary. Check the exact vehicle's documentation before assuming remaining coverage.
What changed for this model year
The year-over-year record is not complete enough to say exactly what changed. A missing change record is not treated as proof that the vehicle carried over unchanged.
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DECIDE FIRST
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What Matters
- gas powertrain choice across the main lineup
- 5-seat PICKUP layout
Watch This
- Fuel economy can change with powertrain and drivetrain
- Packages require exact trim and configuration applicability; availability does not prove installation
Your Next Move
- Compare Express and Laramie or choose any other trim in the lineup
- Choose a trim, then open Specs for the exact configuration you want to understand
Trim choices
Example configuration
Example: Big Horn • RWD • Gas
21 MPG combinedEfficiency
GasEngine + powertrain
RWDDrivetrain
305 hpPower
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