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RAM 1500 2026

RAM 1500 2026

Our most recent review of the 2026 RAM 1500 resulted in a score of 7.6 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Byron Mathioudakis had this to say at the time: As with all current-generation Ram 1500s, the Rebel remains one of our favourite full-sized American utes on the Australian market.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Byron Mathioudakis liked most about this particular version of the RAM 1500: Massive space and refinement, Engineering sophistication, A strong heart

Reviews For Sale News Accessories Colours Q&As Engine Interior VS The Competition Speed Range Boot Space
Rating Summary
Price and features
8
Practicality
9
Driving
8
Safety
7
Overview
Likes
Massive space and refinement
Engineering sophistication
A strong heart
Dislikes
Expensive
Not as economical as hoped
Poor warranty coverage

RAM 1500 2026 Accessories

The Ram 1500 is an expensive, largely re-built-by-hand full-sized American ute. Which means equipment levels and accessories are generous.

Standard feature highlights include adaptive cruise control, LED headlights, keyless entry/start, climate control, a 10.25-inch multimedia display for the front passenger, a 14.4-inch central touchscreen, a 12.0-inch electronic instrumentation, 19-speaker Harmon Kardon audio, dual-pane sunroof, heated seats front and rear, ventilated seats, a sliding centre console and 20-inch alloy wheels.

The Rebel, a sporty/off-road version of the Laramie Sport, includes most of these items, but gains and loses a few, too. Additions are a Rebel sticker pack, one-inch higher-riding suspension, Bilstein off-road shocks, 32-inch all-terrain tyres, 18-inch rather than 20-inch alloys, an electronically locking rear differential, underbody skid plates, off-road cruise control, and a so-called 'Power Bulge' bonnet. But it loses the retractable side steps, reclining rear bench, sliding centre console and RamBox cargo storage.

Stepping up to the 1500 Limited ushers in a more-powerful engine, vented front seats, a 360-degree surround-view camera, drowsy driver alert, traffic-sign recognition, 22-inch wheels, blacked-out paint trim, premium LED projector headlights and more.

RAM 1500 2026 Colours

The Ram 1500 Laramie Sport and Limited are offered in 'Bright White', 'Billet Silver', 'Diamond Black' and 'Delmonico Red'. The Ram 1500 Rebel is offered in 'Bright White', 'Hydro Blue' and 'Flame Red'.

Billet Silver
Bright White
Delmonico Red
Diamond Black
Flame Red
Hydro Blue

RAM 1500 2026 FAQs

What towing capacity do I need for a float with two horses?

The rule of thumb is that a float with two horses on board is around the 2000kg mark, so that’s the absolute bare minimum towing limit you’d be looking at. Even then, by the time you add a couple of saddles, some feed bins and whatever else it is horsey people cart around, you could easily be looking at 2.5 or even three tonnes.

With that in mind, the smart move would be to buy a dual-cab ute with as much towing capacity as possible. The good news there is that many of the popular choices can tow a braked trailer weighing anything up to 3.5 tonnes. Think about it; if a ute can tow 3.5 tonnes, it should cope easily with two tonnes.

If, on the other hand, we’re talking a three-axle float and a pair of Clydesdale horses, you might have to look at one of the US-made utes from the likes of RAM or other US-market brands. And even then, you need to be careful: Even though some versions of the RAM ute can legally tow 4500kg with a braked trailer, to do so and not exceed the GCM (the combined mass of the vehicle and trailer) the payload in the tray falls to less than 100kg.

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RAM 1500 2026 Engine

The Ram 1500 Rebel and Laramie Sport use a 3.0-litre twin-turbo in-line six-cylinder petrol engine. Known as the 'Hurricane', it delivers a heady 313kW of power at 5200rpm and 635Nm of torque at 3500rpm. The High Output (HO) version of this engine in the Limited, on the other hand, ups the ante with 403kW and 707Nm.

RAM 1500 2026 Interior

The Ram 1500 has a massive interior, with ample width as well as height. Occupants sit up high, and are offered panoramic views from all directions.

The Ram 1500’s front seats are bisected by a large centre console, with huge storage options within. The rear seat area is also vast, with enough room for an adult to sleep crossways in the footwell.

Most expected amenities are provided, including air vents, USB ports, a centre armrest and cupholders.

RAM 1500 2026 Speed

The Ram 1500 Rebel and Laramie Sport with the Standard Output Hurricane engine can accelerate from 0-100km/h in about 6.0 seconds flat, on the way to a top speed of about 170km/h.

The Ram 1500 Limited with the High Output Hurricane engine can accelerate from 0-100km/h in about 5.3 seconds, on the way to a top speed of about 180km/h.

RAM 1500 2026 Range

The Ram 1500 Rebel and Laramie Sport return a combined average of 10.7L/100km. Brimming the big 98-litre fuel tank sees a theoretical average range between refills of 916km.

The Ram 1500 Limited, meanwhile, uses a High Output version of the 3.0-litre twin-turbo in-line six-cylinder petrol engine, and it uses 11.8L/100km. It can average about 1060km from a 125L tank.

RAM 1500 2026 Boot Space

For now, Australia only receives the five-foot/sevn-inch – or 1.7m long – tub, rather than the longer 6' 1" option offered in earlier 1500s. The Rebel’s payload is the best at 893kg, followed by the Laramie Sport at 863kg and lastly the Limited at just 782kg.

For the record, the tub dimensions are around 1700mm (length), 1280mm (width) and 543mm (height). The upshot is about 1500 litres of cargo capacity.

Note that, with the deletion of the RamBox cargo storage units in the Rebel (standard in the others), load-area width increases, but only by 15mm, and you lose 210 litres of hidden tub storage as offered in the Laramie Sport and Limited.