The Ram 1500 Express offers flexibility with several configurations:
- Cab Layouts: Choose between crew and extended "Quad" cab.
- Drivetrain: Available in rear-wheel or four-wheel drive.
- Engine:
- Standard 3.6-liter, 305-hp Pentastar V-6.
- Upgrade to the 420-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six for $1,695, boosting towing capacity to 11,550 pounds.
Enhancements include:
- Laser-etched interior trim
- Monochromatic exterior in five colors (black, white, gray, two blues)
- 20-inch wheels and LED headlights with black bezel-surround
- Body-color front and rear bumpers
- Adaptive cruise control
For an extra touch of style, the Black Express Package is available for $995 on Quad Cab and Crew 4WD models. It features:
- Sport hood and black badging
- 20-inch wheels and LED fog lights
- Running boards and black cloth bucket seats
- 7-inch gauge cluster
The Ram 1500 Express replaces the discontinued Ram Classic, offering a practical truck choice enhanced by a recent midcycle update. Previous iterations, like the Black Express from 2013 and 2019, laid the groundwork for the 2026 model, marking it as a Truck of the Year winner for 2025.
Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis reveals aggressive plans with 25 product updates over the next 18 months. The 2026 Ram 1500 Express is the first of these innovations. Order books are open, and deliveries commence in Q3 of this year.
The 2026 Ram 1500 Express is a robust, versatile, and stylish truck, offering practical value and reassuring performance. It’s perfect for those who need a dependable vehicle to tackle both work and play.
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