The power of the 2018 Ram 1500 performance is evident from the moment you turn the ignition. Multiple engine configurations pump out the horsepower and torque you need to easily tow and carry tremendous workloads, and the Ram 1500 is efficient and durable, too. The brains behind creating a truck of this brawn and capability engineered the Ram 1500 to exude strength and power, which is exactly what you need to get your job done.

Under the Hood

  • Standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine - With best-in-class V6 entry horsepower of 305 hp, plus 269 lb-ft of torque, this base level engine defies what you expect in standard issue.
  • 3.0L Ecodiesel V6 engine - Hyper-efficiency is yours with this diesel option that has best-in-class 29 MPG highway and gives you up to 754 miles of highway driving range.
  • 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine - Get ready for the brute strength of the 5.7 HEMI V8 option, which produces an incredible 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque.
  • Torqueflite® 8 eight-speed automatic transmission - This class-exclusive standard transmission provides effortless shifting, outstanding acceleration in low gear, and a Thermal Management System for top efficiency and durability.
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Towing and Hauling

The superior Ram 1500 performance includes jaw-dropping towing and hauling capabilities and features. With standard towing capability of 4,970 pounds and maximum towing capacity of 10,620 pounds, the Ram 1500 can pull some serious trailers and toys. As for payload, the Ram 1500 can hold between 1,500 and 1,880 pounds when properly equipped, depending on the model you choose.

Specialized towing features help you execute the process smoothly and safely.

  • Hill Start Assist knows when your truck is on an incline and automatically keeps your brake pressure consistent as you move your foot to the accelerator. This keeps you from rolling backwards while you're hauling a big load.
  • Trailer Sway Control senses if the trailer starts to sway and applies brakes to the individual wheels and/or reduces your engine power help stop it.
  • Integrated Trailer Hitch is just what you need to seamlessly connect the trailer to your truck frame, safely and securely.

You can opt for Active-Level Four-Corner Air Suspensionâ„¢ that utilizes adjustable air springs for raising and lowering the Ram 1500's height. It also has dashboard controls that let you adjusts your clearance, and when you're traveling at highway speeds, sensors automatically lower the truck so you're driving with better efficiency and decreased drag.

Take the Ram 1500 for a Spin

The exceptional Ram 1500 performance blows the doors off with strength and power in every capacity that you'll use this phenomenal pickup. At Elgin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we'd love to get you out on a test drive that shows off this truck's high performance. We can answer all your questions and handle your financing. So what are you waiting for? Contact us today to check out our inventory of Ram 1500 trucks!