2025 Ram 1500 Review

Straight-Six Turbos (SST) replace the well-liked, high-powered HEMI V8s. Plus they actually do more while requiring less fuel. A Motor Trend review. calls these engines impressive pieces of hardware. Autoblog dubs the new truck a hurricane of class and elegance.

Depending on cab-bed configuration and engine choice, the maximum tow rating is projected to be 11,580 pounds. Bed can handle a hefty 2,300-pound payload.

The first 3.0-L inline-six twin-turbo generates 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque. That’s definitely power that is worthy of a V8 engine, and it’s done using the most cutting-edge technology and extra-strong engine component materials.

Motor Trend and Autoblog test drivers report how these engines don’t suffer from turbo lag. Autoblog notes that the torque steps in early and strong in the rev range. These engines have predictable shifting from their TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission.

Taking it up another notch, there’s a high output SST. With 540 horsepower, this engine kicks out an accompanying 521 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with larger axle gears to add to its capability.

The Pentastar eTorque V6 is standard on the Tradesman and Big Horn. This well-known, well-liked engine keeps initial costs down while providing excellent performance. To get the high-output SST, you can expect to step up to the Limited, Limited Longhorn or Tungsten models.

For 2025, the SST turbo will be offered on these trims. It is standard on the Rebel and Laramie trims. 2025 Ram Rebels combine this 3.0-L inline six twin turbo with their off-roading equipment to achieve excellent trail capability.

Rebels have a 1-inch lift for more ground clearance as well as big Duratrac tires. To help the 2025 Ram Rebel suspension deal with the extra work, Ram supplies Bilstein monotube dampers. A rear electronic locking differential adds more capability.

The new battery-electric Ramcharger is the top gas powertrain, but it uses its gasoline to charge its big battery pack. It has a driving range of some 690 miles. There’s also the all electric Ram Revolution. Click here to find detailed reviews of these exciting new trucks.

The new battery-electric Ramcharger is the top gas powertrain, but it uses its gasoline to charge its big battery pack. It has a driving range of some 690 miles. There’s also the all electric Ram Revolution. Click here to find reviews of these two exciting new trucks.

With the 540-horsepower engine, the Ram RHO is already a formidable competitor. However, engineers utilized numerous design tricks to help this engine have the strength for the most difficult trail crawls and high-speed off-road sprints.

Nicknamed Rhino due to its incredible strength and capability, the truck has a rhinoceros on the badge worn by its center console. This truck rolls on 35-inches tires, clears up to 11.8 inches on the ground, and up to 32 inches of water. Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks and rear axle floating shafts are among its many tricks to control bounce on and off the road.

While critics are jumping up and down that this off roader is more affordable than the outgoing TRX, they note that it misses the sprint time of the more powerful, more expensive Ram TRX by just one-tenth of a second.

It’s also packed with luxuries -- such as ventilated seats -- that Phoenix drivers will love. Those same seats are also power-heated, power-massaging, and leather-clad.

Ram has added a push-button trailer steering knob. With this aid, drivers will find hooking up to the trailer easier. They’ll also find that, with a push of a button, they can use the knob to assist with backing up the trailer.

The infotainment system provides graphics that show the driver the direction and angle of the trailer, often different than the truck when trying to place the trailer. You can automatically center the trailer as needed and then keep it in a straight line to its destination.

Ram is providing special live feeds such as a digital rearview mirror with tow mode and a trailer-inclusive 360-degree camera system. There are enhanced basics like an integrated brake controller and special trailering mirrors. Trailer tire pressure monitoring and light check systems add another level of convenience.

Ram navigation now offers towing specific assistance to help you find the best routes when trailering. Plus the brand continues to be the only truck-maker with a self-leveling four-corner air suspension on the menu. You can see how these technologies work when you visit our Ram dealership in Phoenix. Check out the Ram inventory now.

A 14.5-inch touchscreen joins the already well-liked 8.4-inch and 12-inch UConnect screens. This top choice is paired with a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel. Like the 12-inch screen, users can see both infotainment and navigation on a split screen, if desired.

Also new for 2025, the passenger side can have their own 10.25-inch screen. This is designed to be exclusively seen by the front seat passenger, ensuring it doesn’t distract the driver. It can be used for navigation and car camera systems. Plus the user can mirror their smart device to enjoy entertainment content via HDMI.

The Atlantis electrical architecture includes over-the-air software updates. Ram owners can use their smartphone as a digital key with all the remote control capacity that implies.

With so much to recommend the 2025 Ram truck lineup, it’s a great time to shop for a new truck. Schedule a test drive.