2026 Ram 1500 Express

Unlock 7 Secrets: Why the Ram 1500 Express Rules the Road

Posted at Sun, Dec 21, 2025 2:44 PM

The Ram 1500 remains a top seller and consistently sits at first or second place on the popular full-size pickup truck market segment sales charts.

Want to know why it's such a strong pickup truck choice?

Well, let's share details you may not know about this truck, as we unlock seven secrets: Why the Ram 1500 Express rules the road.

Is the Ram 1500 Express the latest model?

Yes, the new 2026 Ram 1500 Express trim level replaces the 2025 Ram 1500 Classic.

For 2026, the Ram 1500 gets a refreshed look with new grilles, headlights, and taillights that update the Ram 1500’s exterior.

The Ram 1500 Express is a value-focused, stylish trim level and is the second most affordable Ram 1500 at a starting $43,995 MSRP.

What are the key features of the Ram 1500 Express trim?

The Express trim gets monochromatic paintwork, a gloss-black grille, body-color bumpers, black-bezel LED headlights, and 20-inch styled steel wheels.

Is the Ram 1500 Express a hybrid vehicle?

The Ram 1500 Express is fitted with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that produces 305 horsepower @ 6,400RPM and torque of 269 pound-feet, featuring Ram’s eTorque mild-hybrid assist and Stop/Start as standard for enhanced fuel efficiency.

The Ram 1500 Express’s V6 engine is coupled with an eight-speed automatic 850RE transmission as standard.

What is the towing capacity of the Ram 1500 Express?

When equipped with a RWD drivetrain, the Ram 1500 will tow up to a maximum of 7,700 pounds and up to 6,540 pounds when fitted with 4WD.

Does the Ram 1500 Express have AWD?

Keeping the Ram 1500 Express trim affordable means that the Ram 1500 Express is shipped as standard with Rear Wheel Drive. Buyers can, however, fork out an additional $3,400 for the 4X4 drivetrain.

When fitted with 4WD, an electronic shift-on-the-fly part-time transfer case distributes power between the front and rear axles.

A conventional differential rear axle does duty, and buyers can opt for an available Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle that can be locked with an electronic actuator for enhanced traction.

Can the Ram 1500 Express be upgraded for more serious off-road travel?

Buyers get to add on some rather neat available accessories to their Ram 1500 to enhance their off-road driving.

Some of these options include a fuel tank skid plate, steering gear skid plate, tow hooks, and a transfer case skid plate.

Shoppers also get to opt for the available "Off-Road" decals to zhoosh up their Ram 1500.

Can I stay connected with my smartphone in the Ram 1500 Express?

The Ram 1500 Express features an intuitive 12-inch infotainment touchscreen as standard, along with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, plus Bluetooth® integration allows convenient use of your smartphone and U-connect voice-activated audio control.

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