Ram 1500 · Elgin CDJR · Streamwood, IL
Ram eTorque Explained
What is eTorque on a Ram 1500? It is Ram's 48-volt hybrid system. Here is how Ram describes it and which engines have it, from Ram's own 2026 and 2027 Ram 1500 releases.
48-voltbattery pack
430 Whlithium-ion battery (5.7L HEMI)
Up to 130 lb-ftadded at initial tip-in (5.7L HEMI)
2eTorque engines in the 2027 Ram 1500 list
The short answer
eTorque is Ram's hybrid system for the Ram 1500. On the 5.7-liter HEMI V8, Ram says it replaces the engine-mounted alternator with a belt-driven motor generator unit that works with a 48-volt battery pack. Ram says it provides quick engine start/stop, adds torque to the crankshaft in certain driving situations and captures energy when braking. For 2027, Ram lists eTorque on the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and on a version of the 5.7-liter HEMI V8.
How eTorque works
Ram describes eTorque on the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 this way:
- A belt-driven motor generator unit takes the place of the traditional engine-mounted alternator.
- The motor generator works with a 48-volt battery pack to provide quick, seamless engine start/stop.
- It adds torque to the engine crankshaft in certain driving situations, with up to 130 lb-ft available on initial throttle tip-in.
- It recovers energy through brake energy regeneration.
- Ram says it also enhances shifts, improves the fuel-saving cylinder deactivation and smooths transitions under acceleration and braking, helping reduce noise, vibration and harshness.
From Ram's release The Legend Returns: 2026 Ram 1500 Offers 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque Engine, read November 11, 2026. The 130 lb-ft figure is the one Ram gives for the HEMI V8 system.
The eTorque battery and 12-volt system
On the 2026 HEMI eTorque, Ram says the system stores energy in a compact 430-watt-hour lithium-ion battery in a noise-insulated enclosure behind the rear seat. It is air-cooled and internally vented, with dual cooling fans to keep the battery at the right temperature.
A 3-kilowatt DC-to-DC converter steps the 48 volts down to charge the truck's conventional 12-volt battery and power accessories. The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 keeps a traditional starter motor for cold-weather starts.
From Ram's 2026 Ram 1500 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque release, read November 11, 2026.
Which Ram 1500 engines have eTorque
Ram's What's New for 2027: Ram 1500 release lists these engines with eTorque:
| Engine | Output | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 eTorque hybrid | 305 hp, 269 lb-ft | TorqueFlite 850RE eight-speed automatic |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V8 eTorque hybrid | 395 hp, 410 lb-ft | TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic |
The same release also lists a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 without eTorque, rated at the same 395 hp and 410 lb-ft. The 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six engines and the 6.4-liter and 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V8s are not listed as eTorque engines. For 2027, Ram 1500s with the Pentastar V6 eTorque gain available 2kW onboard power through two 120V outlets in the bed.
For 2026, Ram's What's New for 2026: Ram 1500 release lists the same two eTorque engines with the same outputs, and says the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 eTorque returned as a direct result of customer input.
From Ram's What's New for 2027: Ram 1500 and What's New for 2026: Ram 1500 releases, read November 11, 2026. The window sticker shows the engine on a specific truck.
eTorque towing and payload ratings
Ram's 2027 release gives these maximum ratings by engine:
| Engine | Max towing | Max payload |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 eTorque | up to 8,100 lbs | up to 2,340 lbs |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V8 | up to 8,890 lbs | up to 1,150 lbs |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V8 eTorque | up to 11,370 lbs | up to 1,680 lbs |
Maximums from Ram's What's New for 2027: Ram 1500 release, read November 11, 2026. Check the ratings for a specific truck with our sales team.
Ram eTorque FAQ
What does eTorque mean on a Ram?
It is Ram's hybrid system. On the 5.7-liter HEMI V8, Ram describes a belt-driven motor generator unit that replaces the alternator and works with a 48-volt battery pack to provide start/stop, added torque and brake energy regeneration.
Is eTorque a hybrid?
Ram calls it the eTorque hybrid system. Ram's releases describe a belt-driven motor generator and a 48-volt battery; they do not describe any plug-in charging.
How much torque does eTorque add?
On the 5.7-liter HEMI V8, Ram says the system makes up to 130 lb-ft available on initial throttle tip-in.
Where is the eTorque battery?
On the 2026 HEMI eTorque, Ram says the 430-watt-hour lithium-ion battery sits in a noise-insulated enclosure behind the rear seat.
Does a Ram with eTorque still have a 12-volt battery?
Yes. On the 2026 HEMI eTorque, Ram says a 3-kilowatt DC-to-DC converter steps the 48 volts down to charge the conventional 12-volt battery and power accessories.
Which 2027 Ram 1500 engines have eTorque?
The 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 eTorque and the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 eTorque. Ram also lists a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 without eTorque.
Questions about a Ram 1500 with eTorque?
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Sources
How eTorque works is from Ram's 2026 Ram 1500 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque release. Engine outputs, towing and payload are from Ram's What's New for 2026 and 2027 Ram 1500 releases. All are on the Stellantis North America media site, read November 11, 2026. Photo is illustrative.
- The Legend Returns: 2026 Ram 1500 Offers 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque Engine with Proven Performance and Capability, Stellantis North America media site (Ram), read November 11, 2026
- What's New for 2026: Ram 1500, Stellantis North America media site (Ram), read November 11, 2026
- What's New for 2027: Ram 1500, Stellantis North America media site (Ram), read November 11, 2026