Ram 1500 Engine Guide: Specs, MPG, And Capability Breakdown

When capability and power are what you crave in a new full-size light-duty pickup, you can rely on the latest Ram trucks, thanks to the robust 2025 Ram 1500 engine options. The Ram 1500 pickup offers several powertrains to choose from for 2025, including two newly available turbocharged engines. Wally's CDJR of Amsterdam welcomes you to explore the rugged Ram 1500 engine performance and this truck's impressive mix of towing capabilities and gas mileage.

Notable Highlights: 2025 Ram 1500 Engine Performance

Standard 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 powertrain
Two newly available Hurricane 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo engines
Maximum tow rating of 11,550 pounds when properly equipped
3.6-liter V-6 and eight-speed automatic enable up to an EPA-estimated 20/26 MPG (City/Highway)¹

What Ram 1500 Engine Specs Are Offered?

The Ram 1500 engine specs vary by powertrain, with three potent options to choose from. The first is the standard six-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V-6. This is the latest edition of the proven Pentastar V-6 that has been powering Ram trucks for years, now with eTorque mild-hybrid technology.

The latest Ram 1500 horsepower figure for the base engine reaches 305 horsepower. Regarding Ram 1500 torque for the standard V-6, this pickup starts with 269 pound-feet of torque, with even greater output to come in the remaining Ram 1500 engine options.

Next in the line of 2025 Ram 1500 powertrains is the new 3.0-liter Hurricane engine. This inline-six engine features twin turbochargers and produces 469 pound-feet of torque. With 420 horsepower on tap, the 3.0-liter Hurricane-powered Ram 1500 is primed for hauling cargo, towing a trailer, and even all-terrain adventuring in editions like the rugged new Ram 1500 Rebel.

If you're searching our new Ram 1500 vehicles for sale and looking for even more power and performance, turn to the third engine option: the High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane. The 2025 Ram 1500 torque rating reaches its highest in this engine.

Experience the capability of 521 pound-feet of torque and 540 horsepower in trims offering the High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane engine, including the:

2025 Ram 1500 RHO
2025 Ram 1500 Limited
2025 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn
2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten

Each of these engines is coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing smooth, predictable acceleration matched with efficient power delivery. Sequential shift control with a manual shift mode via steering wheel controls is offered.

Select from two- or four-wheel drive when upgrading to one of these potent new Ram pickups. The 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel off-roading model and higher trims, like the even more rugged RHO and luxe Tungsten, are only available in 4x4.

What Are the Ram 1500 MPG Ratings?

Like its horsepower and torque ratings, the Ram 1500 gas mileage varies by powertrain and configuration. The introduction of the new 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo engines brings an excellent balance of fuel economy and power output, as does the tried-and-true 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that remains the base powertrain for the Ram 1500 in 2025.

For peak Ram 1500 MPG ratings, look to a model like the Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE 4x2 with the 3.6-liter V-6. This configuration earns up to an EPA-estimated 20/26 MPG (City/Highway)¹ rating. Other Pentastar-powered 4x2 trim levels, like the Tradesman and Big Horn, return up to an EPA-estimated 20/25 MPG (City/Highway).¹

Opting for a 420-horsepower Ram 1500 4x2 model fitted with the 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo powertrain, like the Laramie, enables this pickup truck to achieve up to an EPA-estimated 18/25 MPG (City/Highway).¹

Even the high-performance version of the new inline six-cylinder, the High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane, enables this full-size pickup truck to return competitive fuel economy ratings. The 540-horsepower Ram 1500 4x4 models can earn up to an EPA-estimated 15/21 MPG (City/Highway).¹

What Is the Ram 1500 Towing Capacity?

Towing performance is one of the fortes of the 2025 Ram 1500 pickups. When properly equipped, the 2025 Ram 1500 trucks powered by the base 3.6-liter V-6 engine with eTorque can tow up to 8,110 pounds.

High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane models and their 521 pound-feet of torque can tow up to 9,920 pounds when properly equipped. While both of these maximum trailering capacities are stellar, it's actually the midlevel 420-horsepower 3.0-liter Hurricane engine that offers peak towing performance.

Enjoy the confidence and capability of up to an 11,550-pound tow rating when a 2025 Ram 1500 is properly equipped with the 3.0-liter Hurricane powertrain and its 469 pound-feet of torque.

Performance and Capability Features Complementing the Ram 1500 Engine Specs

The Ram pickups in our inventory and new vehicles promotions and specials offer the following work-ready features:

High-strength steel frame
Trailer Reverse Steering and Brake Control
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Multifunction tailgate
Powered tailgate

Experience Ram 1500 Engine Performance With a Test Drive Near Albany

Wally's CDJR of Amsterdam invites prospective truck buyers and lessees to visit our Ram truck center near Albany for an in-person tour of the 2025 Ram 1500 models. A test drive is the best way to experience the Ram 1500 engine specs through this pickup's power and capability.

When you're ready to find your new Ram 1500 truck or a heavy-duty model like the Ram 2500 or Ram 3500, search our inventory for your ideal features and specs. Then, submit your finance application to jump-start your pre-approval process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine options are available for the Ram 1500?

Three engine options are available for the new 2025 Ram 1500. The powertrain choices for this popular new Ram pickup for sale include a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 and two versions of the automaker's new twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, called the 3.0-liter Hurricane. You can test out these three potent engines at our Ram dealer near Albany.

What are the horsepower and torque ratings for each Ram 1500 engine?

The horsepower and torque ratings for each Ram 1500 engine for the 2025 model year are as follows:

3.6-liter V-6: 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque
3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six: 420 horsepower and 469 pound-feet of torque
High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six: 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque

How does the 2025 Ram 1500 engine lineup compare to previous years?

The 2025 Ram 1500 engine lineup differs from previous years. While the 2024 and 2025 models each offer a choice of three engines, the options are quite different. For instance, the 2025 Ram 1500 engine options include two new 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbocharged powertrains, making up to 540 horsepower, which replaces the 5.7-liter and 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 options from the 2024 model.

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¹EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.