2026 Ram 2500: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Ram 2500 is the arrival of the Black Express and Warlock trims. The rest of the range carries over without significant standard-equipment changes after the broad 2025 update.
About the 2026 Ram 2500
5th generation (2019-present), second model year after the 2025 mid-cycle update
Ram positions the 2500 as a heavy-duty pickup that combines jobsite towing and hauling strength with a more comfortable cabin and smoother unloaded ride than many work-focused rivals. Its identity spans basic commercial trucks, upscale long-distance tow vehicles and specialized off-road models. Key model-level distinctions include the coil-spring rear suspension, a high-output diesel configuration, substantial trailer hardware and unusually large screens and premium cabin features on upper trims.
The 2026 range stretches from the jobsite-focused Tradesman to leather-lined Limited and Limited Longhorn models with 14.5-inch touchscreens. Off-road choices include the Rebel, the specialized Power Wagon with locking front and rear differentials, and the new Warlock with Bilstein shocks and underbody protection. Black Express gives the mid-level truck a more coordinated, sport-styled exterior without moving into luxury equipment.
What changed, by category
2026 Ram 2500 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter / 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter | 6-Cyl, HO, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter / V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd TorqueFlite HD / Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd TorqueFlite HD / Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Spd TorqueFlite HD / Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Diesel / Gas |
| Horsepower | 405 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp | 405–430 hp |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft | 429–1075 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 10590 lb | 19760 lb | 15810–19860 lb | 15720–19700 lb | 19990 lb | 19970–20000 lb | 19970–20000 lb | 18360–20000 lb | 18360–19990 lb | 15720–19700 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2–43.1 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2–43.1 in |
| Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3–6 | 3–6 | 3–6 | 5 | ||
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||||||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||||
| Memory Pedals | ||||||||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||||||||
| Power Driver's Lumbar Support Seat | ||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is new on the 2026 Ram 2500?
Two trims are new for 2026: the sport-styled Black Express and the off-road-focused Warlock. Existing trims have no significant standard-equipment changes.
Was the 2026 Ram 2500 redesigned?
No, the 2026 Ram 2500 was not redesigned. It is the second model year following the 2025 mid-cycle update, and its main changes are the two added trims.
What is the 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express?
The 2026 Black Express is a sport-styled Crew Cab trim. Its defining details include a performance hood, coordinated bumpers and grille surround, power trailer-tow mirrors, cloth bench seating, parking sensors, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
What is the 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock?
The 2026 Warlock is a trail-focused Crew Cab 4x4. It has Bilstein shocks, an anti-spin rear differential, a transfer-case skid plate, hill-descent control, and a straightforward cloth-seat cabin with an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
Did the existing Ram 2500 trims receive major changes for 2026?
No, the existing 2026 Ram 2500 trims have no significant standard-equipment changes. The model-wide updates to engines, transmissions, styling, screens, and driver assistance arrived for 2025.