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Ram 1500 REV · Elgin CDJR · Streamwood, IL
Ram 1500 REV: Coming Soon to Elgin CDJR
The Ram 1500 REV is an electric pickup with a gas generator on board: a 92-kWh battery feeds the electric drive, and a 3.6L V6 runs a generator to recharge it on the go. Ram rates it at 647 hp, 690 miles of total range, 14,000 lb of towing and 2,625 lb of payload. It is the truck Ram first called the Ramcharger.
647 hp610 lb-ft; 0-60 mph in 4.5 sec
690 miTotal range (Ram)
14,000 lbMaximum towing
2,625 lbMaximum payload
92 kWhLiquid-cooled battery
How does the Ram 1500 REV work?
It is a range-extended electric vehicle. Electric motors drive the wheels, fed by a 92-kWh liquid-cooled battery. When the battery runs down, a 3.6L Pentastar V6 turns a 130-kW generator to recharge it, so long trips and towing do not depend on finding a charger. At home it charges on a standard outlet or a Level 2 charger, and on the road it takes DC fast charging at up to 145 kW, which Ram says adds up to 50 miles of electric range in 10 minutes.
Ram 1500 REV photos
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Ram 1500 REV videos
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What has been announced
| Item | What has been announced |
|---|---|
| Name | Called the Ram 1500 Ramcharger until September 2025, when Ram cancelled the battery-only 1500 REV and moved the REV name to this truck |
| Powertrain | Electric drive with a 92-kWh liquid-cooled battery; a 3.6L Pentastar V6 drives a 130-kW generator that recharges it |
| Output | 647 hp and 610 lb-ft; 0-60 mph in 4.5 sec |
| Range | 690 miles of total range |
| Charging | Level 1 and Level 2 at home; DC fast charging at up to 145 kW adds up to 50 miles in 10 minutes |
| Capability | Up to 14,000 lb towing and 2,625 lb payload |
| Trims | Tradesman, Laramie and Tungsten |
| Technology | One Pedal Driving; available Hands-Free Active Driving Assist; drive modes including Electric+, E-Save, Eco, eAWD and eSport; available digital key for iPhone and Apple Watch; 14.5-in touchscreen; power tailgate |
| Backup power | Ram says it can keep devices powered for up to 30 days during a grid outage, with device power rationing |
Specifications are Ram's, from ramtrucks.com as of October 22, 2026, where Ram labels the truck preproduction.
Timing
- September 2025Ram cancels the battery-only 1500 REV and renames the range-extended Ramcharger as the 1500 REV
- October 2026Ram's website lists projected availability as 2026
- Around April 2027Production start reported by Automotive News (via Electrek, Sept. 4, 2026)
Ram has not given a delivery date. Electrek, citing Automotive News, reported in September 2026 that the truck had been due by the end of 2026 and is now expected around April 2027.
Want a 1500 REV?
The 1500 REV has not reached Elgin CDJR yet. Ask the sales team to let you know when the first ones are allocated to the store, or how ordering works. This page checks our new-vehicle inventory each time it loads and switches to a shop link as soon as one is listed.
The 1500 REV is here
1500 REV models are showing in Elgin CDJR's new inventory. Open the search for photos, equipment and pricing on each vehicle.
Charging the 1500 REV
| Where | How |
|---|---|
| Home outlet | Level 1 charging on a standard 120-volt outlet |
| Home or public Level 2 | 240-volt charging |
| DC fast charging | Up to 145 kW at 400 volts; up to 50 miles of electric range in about 10 minutes |
| Finding chargers | Ram owners can use the Free2move Charge app for public charging |
| No charger nearby | The 3.6L V6 generator recharges the battery while you drive |
Available at Elgin CDJR today
Ram 1500 REV FAQ
Is the Ram 1500 REV the same as the Ramcharger?
Yes. Ram renamed the range-extended Ramcharger as the 1500 REV in September 2025, when it cancelled the battery-only 1500 REV.
When will the Ram 1500 REV be available?
Ram's website lists projected availability as 2026, but Automotive News reported in September 2026 that production is planned for around April 2027. This page checks Elgin CDJR's new-vehicle inventory each time it loads and points to the inventory search once a 1500 REV is listed.
How far can the Ram 1500 REV go?
Ram rates it at 690 miles of total range, using battery power plus the V6 generator.
Does the Ram 1500 REV have to be plugged in?
No. The V6 generator can recharge the battery while driving, but plugging in at home or at a DC fast charger lets you drive on battery power more of the time.
How much can the Ram 1500 REV tow?
Up to 14,000 lb, with up to 2,625 lb of payload, according to Ram.
Get 1500 REV updates from Elgin CDJR
Tell the sales team you want to hear when the 1500 REV arrives. Elgin CDJR is at 1500 W Lake St in Streamwood, near Elgin, Bartlett and Schaumburg.
Sources
Specifications, prices and dates are the manufacturers' announcements and the named press reports as of October 22, 2026. They can change before launch.
- Ram 1500 REV, Ram
- The Jeep Wagoneer and Ram 1500 extended-range EVs face another delay (citing Automotive News), Electrek, Sept. 4, 2026
- Ram is bringing back the Dakota and a new compact truck, both under $40,000, The Drive, May 21, 2026