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2019 Ram 1500 Classic: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2019, Ram gave the outgoing fourth-generation 1500 the 1500 Classic name and kept it on sale beside the redesigned 2019 Ram 1500. This was mainly a lineup reshuffle rather than a redesign, with the familiar cab, bed, V6, V8, and diesel choices largely carrying over.
About the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic
4th generation DS Ram 1500, first year sold under the 1500 Classic name alongside the all-new 5th-generation Ram 1500.
The 2019 Ram 1500 Classic is the familiar, proven version of Ram’s full-size pickup: a simpler, older-school truck aimed at buyers who want towing strength, multiple cab and bed layouts, and straightforward controls without moving to the newer, more expensive redesign. Ram positions it as a dependable work-and-play pickup with strong V6, V8, and diesel capability, a comfortable ride for a body-on-frame truck, and trims that range from basic jobsite duty to chrome-heavy comfort.
The 2019 Classic range spans the work-focused Tradesman with a Class IV hitch and spray-in bedliner, the more polished Big Horn with an 8.4-inch touchscreen and parking sensors, and the leather-trimmed Laramie with heated and ventilated front seats. Warlock is the style-focused standout, using black bumpers, a large-letter grille, 20-inch black wheels, and tow hooks.
What changed, by category
Structural
Ram separated the outgoing fourth-generation truck from the redesigned 2019 Ram 1500 by giving it the 1500 Classic name. This was a change to the lineup structure, not a redesign of the truck itself.
Styling
Warlock gives the 2019 Classic lineup a blacked-out, off-road-inspired look with black powder-coated bumpers, a unique black grille, 20-inch black wheels, projector headlights, LED fog lights, and tow hooks.
2019 Ram 1500 Classic specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter / V6, Turbo EcoDsl, 3.0L | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | V6, Turbo EcoDsl, 3.0L | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter / V6, Turbo EcoDsl, 3.0L | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD / 2WD | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 15–20 mpg | 15–17 mpg | 20 mpg | 15–17 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15–20 mpg | 15–17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21–27 mpg | 21–25 mpg | 27 mpg | 21–25 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21–27 mpg | 22–25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 305–395 hp | 305–395 hp | 305–395 hp | 395 hp | 395 hp | 305–395 hp | 305–395 hp | |
| Torque | 269–410 lb-ft | 269–410 lb-ft | 269–410 lb-ft | 410 lb-ft | 410 lb-ft | 269–410 lb-ft | 269–410 lb-ft | |
| Max Towing | 9180–10650 lb | 9160–10260 lb | 10260 lb | 10090–10260 lb | 10330–10390 lb | 9160–10410 lb | 10330–10360 lb | |
| Rear Legroom | 34.7–40.3 in | 34.7–40.3 in | 40.3 in | 34.7–40.3 in | 34.7–40.3 in | 34.7–40.3 in | 34.7–40.3 in | 40.3 in |
| Seats | 3–6 | 3–6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3–6 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||
| Dual Power Lumbar Support Front Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||
| Memory Pedals | ||||||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||||||
| Power Driver's Lumbar Support Seat | ||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||
| Power Locks | ||||||||
| Power Windows | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic the redesigned 2019 Ram 1500?
No. The 2019 Ram 1500 Classic is the outgoing fourth-generation truck sold beside the separately redesigned 2019 Ram 1500.
Did the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic receive major mechanical changes?
No. Its core cab and bed layouts and its V6, V8, and EcoDiesel engine family largely carry over from the outgoing truck.
What makes the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock different?
The 2019 Warlock is the Classic's blacked-out, off-road-inspired trim. It has black powder-coated bumpers, a unique grille with large RAM lettering, 20-inch black wheels, tow hooks, projector headlights, and LED fog lights.
Which 2019 Ram 1500 Classic trim has the most upscale cabin?
Laramie is the luxury-focused 2019 Classic trim. It has leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, driver memory settings, dual-zone climate control, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
Does the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. The 2019 Big Horn, Lone Star, and Laramie trims have an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2019 Ram 1500 Classic Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic.
4.2
2019 Ram 1500 Classic
(95 reviews)
“I enjoy my truck and am glad I bought it. I wanted a higher level trim package but it was not available. Leather makes more sense in having a truck as it is easier to keep clean and free from dirt/dust in Arizona. The stereo leave much to be desired.”
“I love my 2019 RAM. It is the Express trim but it has the Sport Appearance package so it has a sporty, aggressive look and cool color. The interior has everything I need and I love the power and capability of the Hemi engine.”