
Many people know the Ram 1500 as a tough an reliable truck that offers standout power. Now one popular power option is back, as the 2026 Ram 1500 brings back the HEMI V8 engine to its lineup after a one-year absence. It will be found on a variety of different trim levels here in our new Ram vehicle lineup here at Suburban Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Garden City, and we encourage you to check it out as you look to find a vehicle that can handle it all for work and play.
You'll find the return of the HEMI V8 engine offered across the 2026 Ram 1500 truck lineup with trims like the Big Horn/Lone Star, Express, Warlock, Laramie, Limited, and Longhorn. It means you can find the right mix of power, luxury, technology and design to get the full package with a pickup truck for daily use. This also includes choosing between different cabin setups like Crew Cab and Quad Cab options so you have enough space for you and your passengers onboard the 2026 Ram 1500.
In addition to the reintroduced HEMI, the 2026 Ram 1500 offers a range of advanced powertrains: a fuel-efficient 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, a 3.6-liter eTorque V6 with 48-volt mild hybrid support, and a high-output turbocharged I-6 delivering up to 540 horsepower. Each engine is mated to a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. Depending on the trim, the Ram 1500 can be configured with rear-wheel drive or a variety of four-wheel drive systems.
You'll find plenty of technology and other standout features on the 2026 Ram 1500 as well. This includes a large 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with navigation, wireless charging, a panoramic sunroof, an interactive passenger display, head-up display, a 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and ultra-soft ventilated leather seats with massage functionality. You can also ride with confidence knowing that there's many safety and driver assistance features like hands-free Active Driving Assist, drowsiness detection, intersection collision mitigation, traffic sign recognition, and a 360-degree surround view camera system.
If you want to take it off the beaten path, there's also off road packages available which add upgrades like a raised suspension, Falken off-road shocks, electronic locking rear differential, skid plates, select-speed control, and a 33-gallon fuel tank. And for a bold, stealthy appearance, the Night Edition brings a sleek, blacked-out aesthetic to the lineup.
To check out the 2026 Ram 1500, equipped once again with the optional HEMI V8, contact us at Suburban Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Garden City. Our team is here to help you navigate through all the options and find the new Ram truck that fits your needs best. We look forward to showcasing all the options here and hope you'll visit us soon to find out more.