2024 Ram 1500 Engine Options & Towing Mt. Pleasant, MI
If you’re interested in the 2024 Ram 1500, a great place to start is with the heart of every pickup truck: its engine. The Ram 1500 has several unique and strong choices, including a V6, V8, and supercharged V8 engines, all ready to handle your next big towing job. Continue reading this 2024 Ram 1500 engine guide prepared by the team at Alma Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Mt. Pleasant, MI, to learn more about each option.
When you’ve chosen which engine is right for you, find it in a Ram 1500 from within our inventory and pair it with a finance or lease offer to take it home. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (989) 681-3900, and we’ll be more than happy to help.
2024 Ram 1500 Engine Differences
The 2024 Ram 1500 has three strong engine options ready to power your towing excursions. The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine, standard on most trims, provides efficient capabilities, while the heavier duty 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine offers enhanced towing capacities, and the supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 engine provides an incredible horsepower and torque output.
3.6L Pentastar® V6
The 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine is here to provide versatile power, utilizing eTorque and stop/start technology. To help with consistent power, the engine also has wide range variable valve timing and a two-step variable valve lift. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 is paired with a TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission, generates 305 horsepower, and can tow up to 7,730 pounds.
5.7L HEMI® V8
The 5.7L HEMI V8 engine combines stop/start technology with Fuel Saver Technology and the eTorque Mild Hybrid System to get the most from every gallon while still offering excellent power. The 5.7L HEMI V8 engine also makes use of variable valve timing, and is fitted with the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. Performance-wise, the 5.7L HEMI V8 engine creates 395 horsepower and can tow 12,750 pounds, the highest of the Ram 1500 engine options.
Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8
Enjoy the thunderous power of the supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 engine and its near-instantaneous torque. Whether you’re traveling the open road or the great wilderness, you’ll be confident in the massive 702 horsepower output, and 0-60 MPH acceleration in only 4.5 seconds. The supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 is paired with a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission and can tow up to 8,100 pounds.
Specifications
Depending on your towing and performance needs, one of the Ram 1500 engines will be the right choice for you. Whether you’re looking for maximum towing, a balance between power and efficiency, or raw output, the engine options are sure to excite. See how they compare to each other in the following table.
Engine
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3.6L Pentastar V6
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5.7L HEMI V8
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Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8
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Max. Horsepower
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305 HP
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395 HP
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702 HP
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Torque
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273 lb.-ft.
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410 lb.-ft.
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650 lb.-ft.
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Transmission
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Eight-speed automatic
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Drivetrain
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4×2 / 4×4
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4×4
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Max. Towing Capacity
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7,730 lbs.
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12,750 lbs.
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8,100 lbs.
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Max. Payload Capacity
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2,320 lbs.
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2,300 lbs.
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1,360 lbs.
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Engine Model Availability
Depending on which trim of the 2024 Ram 1500 you choose, you’ll have different engine options to choose from. Most trims, including the base Ram 1500 Tradesman®, have a choice between the 3.6L Pentastar V6 or 5.7L HEMI V8. The Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE has a 3.6L Pentastar V6, and the Ram 1500 Limited has a 5.7L HEMI V8 at standard. To help it conquer off-roading, the Ram 1500 TRX® has the supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 for incredible power. View trim and engine availability in the following list.
2024 Ram 1500 Tradesman
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5.7L HEMI V8
2024 Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE
2024 Ram 1500 Big Horn®
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5.7L HEMI V8
2024 Ram 1500 Laramie®
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5.7L HEMI V8
2024 Ram 1500 Rebel®
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5.7L HEMI V8
2024 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn®
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5.7L HEMI V8
2024 Ram 1500 Limited
2024 Ram 1500 TRX
- Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8