Ram 1500 Towing Guide

You might be surprised to learn that several different engine options are available with the Ram 1500, starting with the tried-and-true V6 engine and ending with the supercharged V8 that comes standard with the TRX trim. This means that you should be able to find an engine that suits any job that you might have around San Antonio. Whether you are looking for maximum towing capacity or want to take advantage of the diesel engine to save on fuel, you will find what you're looking for with the Ram 1500. We start with the 3.6-liter V6, which pumps out 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque and can haul up to 7,730 pounds. The next engine is a 5.7-liter V8 which pumps out 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque and can haul a remarkable 11,610 pounds, which is perfect if you have a bigger job. You can get the V8 engine with the fuel-saving eTorque system, which is a mild hybrid technology. It enhances both performance and gives you an additional 130 lb-ft of torque. When you equip the eTorque to the V8, the Ram 1500 can haul up to 12,750 pounds! 

If you're looking to save a little bit on fuel while also providing exceptional power, then you need to check out the Ram 1500's diesel engine! It's a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 that delivers best-in-class diesel torque and towing capacity. The engine pumps out 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque, while hauling up to 12,560 pounds. The last engine we will talk about is the supercharged 6.2-liter V8, which is perfect if you like speed as it will get you going faster than you could have imagined. With this engine, you get near-instantaneous torque, which can go 0-60 in 4.5-seconds or less. In addition, the TRX can reach a top speed of 118 mph thanks to its 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. Overall, the Ram 1500 TRX can haul around 8,100 pounds.

While all these spectacular engines provide you with plenty of horsepower and torque, you can also select from a wide range of towing features designed to give you even more power and capability. So when you are on the road or off of it, pulling a camper or a tent behind you for the perfect weekend getaway, you will be happy that you have selected some of these wonderful accessories designed to assist you. These optional features include hill start assist, a trailer check light, trailer-tow power mirrors, trailer tire pressure monitoring, and an available multifunction tailgate. You can also get some features that are designed for your safety, including electronic roll mitigation, electronic stability control, trailer camera wiring, and a 360-degree surround-view camera.

With five outstanding engines and a towing capacity that can't be beat, there is nothing like getting behind the wheel of the Ram 1500! The good news is that if you are interested in taking a test drive of the Ram 1500, we have it in stock! All you need to do is head down to Lone Star Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and speak with one of our knowledgeable and friendly sales team reps, who will be more than happy to set you up with one. One of the members of our team can even accompany you on the test drive so you can enjoy the features and the power of the engine! If you enjoy your test drive, and we know you will, then check out our finance department, where our finance team will work with you towards a deal you will love. Even if you can't make it to the dealership right now, you can still check out our complete Ram 1500 inventory here on our website!