RAM 1500 Engine Options

Welcome to the new RAM 1500 engine lineup. At Napleton River Oaks CDJR we offer a stellar selection of RAM 1500 engine configurations to choose from including the 3.6L Pentastar V6 Engine, the legendary 5.7L V8 HEMI, the 3.0L Hurricane Engine, and the High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Engine.

Each engine provides readily accessible power that works well with the RAM Truck TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission. Being said, we recommend  taking a brief moment to research which RAM 1500 engine is the best for you. 

To help you get started, our local River Oaks RAM Truck team created a RAM 1500 Truck Engine guide. Please take a glance below to shop and compare RAM Truck engines. Once you're done fill out the form on this page to schedule a test drive. 

Are you ready? Let's get started! 


RAM 1500 5.7L HEMI® V8 with eTorque 

RAM 1500 V8 Engine Specs

The 5.7L HEMI V8 Engine practically dominates the RAM 1500 engine configuration. When properly equipped with the 8-speed automatic transmission, the RAM 1500 can tow up to 11,320 lbs. Chicago truck drivers will appreciate the 410 lb.-ft. of torque and 395 hp. Additionally, the 5.7L HEMI V8 engine is readily made available with multiple RAM 1500 trims. To learn more about the new 5.7L HEMI V8 RAM 1500, contact us today.

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RAM 1500 3.0L I6 Hurricane Twin Turbo Engine

RAM 1500 Hurricane Engine Specs

When it comes down to performance, the new RAM 1500 3.0L I6 Hurricane Twin Turbo engine does a great job balancing efficiency, and reliability, with all of the daily driving truck tasks. At a max towing capacity of 11,610 lbs., the RAM 1500 3.0L I6 Hurricane truck makes heavy-duty lifting an effortless event. Properly equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission, the new Hurricane RAM 1500 produces a 469 lb.-ft. of torque, and 420 horsepower. Chicago trucks buyers will also certainly want to consider the fact that the new RAM 1500 Hurricane engine has a maximum payload of 1,930 lbs. If you're looking best of all worlds, take a glance at the new RAM 1500 3.0L I6 Hurricane Twin Turbo Truck.

RAM 1500 3.6L Pentastar V6 Engine

RAM 1500 3.6L V6 Specs

At the base level, the new RAM 1500 features a highly competitive 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine with max towing capacity of 8,130 lbs. Mated with an intelligent 8-Speed automatic transmission, the new RAM 1500 churns out 269 lb.-ft. of torque and 305 horsepower. The engine gives the new V6 RAM 1500 the perfect blend of power and fuel-efficiency. From this perspective, the new RAM 1500 V6 model is great all around. With this in mind, recommend scheduling a test drive today.


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RAM 1500 High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Engine 

RAM 1500 High-Output Hurricane Engine

Looking to step it up? Ready to accelerate your drive? Try the new RAM 1500 Rho, Limited, Limited Longhorn, or Tungsten. Underneath the hood rests a high-output 3.0L Hurricane engine with 540 horsepower and 521 lb.-ft. of torque. It has a maximum towing capacity of 10,000 lbs. and a maximum payload of 1,490 lbs. Take the RAM 1500 a step further with the high-output hurricane engine.

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Which Ram 1500 Engine is the Best?

You can't go wrong with any of the available RAM 1500 engine options. The best Ram 1500 engine depends on how much power you need from your truck. If want to learn even more about the RAM 1500 engine options, contact River Oaks RAM today. We look forward to talking to you soon!

RAM 1500 Engine FAQ

What engine does the Ram 1500 have?

There are four engine options on the Ram 1500, depending on the trim. The standard engine is a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine. Then the higher trims offer an available 5.7L V8 HEMI engine, a 3.0L Hurricane engine, or a High-Output 3.0L Hurricane engine.

What Ram 1500 engine can tow the most?

The 3.0L Hurricane engine has the highest maximum towing capacity of 11,610 lbs.

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