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Ram 1500

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 70% Detailed ratings

Price $56,445 – $112,945 Payments

Fuel consumption 9.7 – 16.7 L/100km

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The Ram 1500 is getting its iconic HEMI V8 back for 2026. This engine will complement a range of six-cylinder options including the Pentastar V6 in entry-level models and the twin-turbocharged Hurricane six-cylinder available in two versions (standard output and high output). Furthermore, Ram is adding a more affordable model called Express. The upcoming Ram 1500 REV range-extending electric pickup is a completely different product.

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What is a Hemi Engine?

The return of the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 in the Ram 1500 —and the 6.4-litre HEMI V8 in the Jeep Wrangler —for the 2026 model year has made plenty of headlines. Even though there are more modern and more powerful options like the twin-turbocharged six-cylinder Hurricane engine from Stellantis, many drivers …December 1, 2025

Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada: Toyota RAV4 is New No. 1

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …November 18, 2025

These Are the 10 Most VIN-Cloned Vehicles in Canada According to Carfax

Used car buyers, beware: more and more cases of VIN fraud are being reported across Canada. This is when someone illegally changes the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of a vehicle to hide its true history, often to sell stolen vehicles without detection. More specifically, this type of fraud happens when …September 11, 2025

2026 Ram 1500 HEMI V8: Tried-And-True Comeback

The American brands of the Stellantis group have long been taken for granted by the higher-ups. Like inexhaustible cash cows, they rehashed retro designs powered by gas-guzzling powertrains that appealed to enthusiasts who constantly asked for more. However, the major shift to electric vehicles, combined with a series of controversial …September 3, 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles in Canada, First Half of 2025

As we reported last week, new vehicle sales in Canada increased by 6.4 percent in the second quarter and by 4.3 percent during the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year, according to figures compiled by Automotive News Research & Data Center. A total of 958,442 vehicles were …July 22, 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles in Canada in 2024

Following a boost of nearly 12 percent in 2023 (the largest annual increase since 1997), new light-duty vehicle sales in Canada rose 8.2 percent in 2024 to 1.86 million units, according to Automotive News Data Center. Declining interest rates are helping make up for prices that keep getting higher and …January 10, 2025

Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada: Toyota Highlander is New No. 1

The Honda CR-V is no longer the most stolen vehicle in Canada. That title now goes to the Toyota Highlander , according to the latest annual stats published today by Équité Association. Between 2021 and last year, auto theft increased 48.2 percent in Ontario, 57.9 percent in Quebec, 34 percent …November 19, 2024

Top 10 Best Pickups for Towing

Need a vehicle to tow a big trailer or boat, or maybe do serious work around the house, the farm or the jobsite? A full-size pickup is the most logical option, but not all of them are created equal, of course. Below are the top 10 trucks with the highest …November 9, 2024

2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Less Power, Better Agility

Over at Stellantis, and Ram in particular, the future now lies with the Hurricane engine. This turbocharged inline six-cylinder will be available in many different applications, two of which can be found in the refreshed and updated 2025 Ram 1500 lineup. The all-new RHO model is the more powerful one. October 30, 2024

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2026 NACTOY Awards: Meet the Finalists

Today at the Los Angeles Auto Show , the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) awards organization named three cars, three trucks and three utility vehicles as its 2026 finalists. The winners will be crowned on January 14 at the opening of the North American …November 20, 2025

Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada: Toyota RAV4 is New No. 1

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …November 18, 2025

Mopar’s SEMA Display to Include Two Performance-Focused Concepts

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas is right around the corner. This year’s event will feature a number of vehicles from Stellantis-owned Jeep , Dodge , Chrysler and Ram , not to mention the Mopar parts and accessories division. Obviously, the opportunity to celebrate the return …October 29, 2025

These Are the 10 Most VIN-Cloned Vehicles in Canada According to Carfax

Used car buyers, beware: more and more cases of VIN fraud are being reported across Canada. This is when someone illegally changes the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of a vehicle to hide its true history, often to sell stolen vehicles without detection. More specifically, this type of fraud happens when …September 11, 2025

Ram’s Extended Powertrain Warranty to Be Offered in Canada After All

Remember when Ram announced an extension of its limited powertrain warranty back in June, but only in the U.S.? Well, the company has changed its mind so Canadian customers will benefit from the same coverage, too. All 2026 model-year Ram models—including the Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty trucks and ProMaster …August 27, 2025

Almighty Ram 1500 TRX to Roar Again, Stellantis CEO Confirms

Stellantis continues to experience a dramatic sales decline, especially when it comes to Jeep and Ram . Things are likely to get even worse before they start to get better. Ram is banking a turnaround on the return of the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 in the Ram 1500 lineup and the …July 30, 2025

1.2 Million Ram Trucks Under Investigation in the U.S. Following Botched Recalls

Ford has attracted attention in recent months for botched recall work, but Ram now finds itself in a similar situation. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation is looking into nearly 1.2 million Ram trucks from the 2013-2018 model years that were previously recalled to …July 8, 2025

Ram Extends Powertrain Warranty in the U.S., Leaves Out Canada

Ram is taking the bull (or ram?) by the horns as it tries to lure back customers that left the brand over the past year or two. In fact, the company has a new tagline—"Nothing Stops Ram.” After adding a low-price model called Express and bringing back the popular 5.7-litre …June 18, 2025

It’s Official: 2026 Ram 1500 to Bring Back 5.7L HEMI V8

Reports about the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 coming back to the Ram 1500 lineup for the 2026 model year turned out to be accurate. The company today made it official and opened orders with the first V8-powered trucks set to arrive at dealerships this summer. Replacing the gas-guzzling yet beloved, powerful-sounding …June 5, 2025

Budget-Friendly Ram 1500 Express to Join Lineup for 2026

Despite a major update to its 1500 pickup for 2025, Ram ’s sales are plummeting, not least due to the discontinuation of the HEMI V8 and the Ram 1500 Classic based on the previous-generation truck. It's all but confirmed at this point that the former will return to the lineup …May 5, 2025

The Best Full-Size Pickups in 2025

Looking at all the full-size pickups on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . This is a market segment that continues to prove immensely popular in Canada. While some people use these trucks as work tools, …April 28, 2025

25 New Ram Products to Be Announced in Next 18 Months

Ram sales keep falling, with a 29-percent drop in Canada during the first quarter of 2025, and the brand’s full-size pickup (including both the Ram 1500 and Ram Heavy Duty ) is largely responsible, of course. Following the discontinuation of the Ram 1500 Classic , high prices are keeping many …April 17, 2025

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2021 Ram 1500 TRX: presentation

Ram's team is presenting its new monster: the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX.

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