What Is the 2024 Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup truck with seating for up to six people and a wide lineup of trim levels. Direct rivals include the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500 and Toyota Tundra. The Ram 1500’s base powertrain is a 305-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6, and a 395-hp, 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 is available. The performance, off-road-focused TRX gets a 702-hp, supercharged 6.2-liter V-8. All engines come with an eight-speed automatic transmission; rear- and four-wheel drive are available, though the TRX comes standard with 4WD. Notable highlights include the Ram 1500’s smooth ride, which comes courtesy of its coil-spring or air-spring rear suspension. Luxury variants, including the Limited, are decked out in copious amounts of upscale leather, wood and metal trim.
(Note: Ram still sells the budget-minded Ram 1500 Classic, which is a continuation of the truck’s previous generation, whose design dates back to 2009. It’s covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.)
What’s New on the 2024 Ram 1500?
A revamped Ram 1500 (with a new twin-turbocharged inline-six engine replacing the Hemi V-8) is on its way for the 2025 model year, so changes for 2024 are minimal. The TRX in its current form will be discontinued after 2024, and Ram will produce 4,000 TRX 6.2L Supercharged V8 – Final Edition variants. While they don’t have an increase in horsepower compared with the regular 702-hp TRX, notable extras include carbon-fiber interior trim, unique interior stitching, a badge on the center console, and satin-finish beadlock wheels and tires. The Ram 1500 Tradesman Warlock trim returns with a 1-inch raised ride height, underbody skid plates, 33-inch all-terrain tires and an electronic rear differential. Last but not least, every 2024 Ram 1500 comes standard with a tailgate-ajar warning lamp.
What Is the Towing Capacity of the 2024 Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500’s maximum towing capacity ranges from 6,120 to 12,750 pounds depending on powertrain, trim level and equipment.
How Much Does the 2024 Ram 1500 Weigh?
The Ram 1500’s curb weight ranges from 4,769 to 6,430 pounds depending on body style, trim level and equipment.
What Features in the 2024 Ram 1500 Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 5-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Remote keyless entry
- Air conditioning
- Cruise control
- USB ports
- Power door locks and windows
- Bluetooth connectivity
Available features include:
- Four-corner air suspension
- Dual-panel moonroof
- 8.4- or 12-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Wireless device charging
- 360-degree camera system
- Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane departure warning
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Should I Buy the 2024 Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500 is both comfortable and highly customizable. It can serve as anything from a no-frills truck, meant solely for getting work done, to a luxurious go-anywhere conveyance that doesn’t wilt when the pavement ends. Its range of powertrains allows truck shoppers to prioritize economy, towing capacity or unadulterated power.
