Ram 1500 vs Ram 3500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Ram 3500
Overview
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Express | Tradesman |
| Body style | Truck (Quad Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,375 (best) | $46,570 |
| Lowest listing price | $899 (best) | $14,500 |
| Median listing price | $53,267 (best) | $71,630 |
| Highest listing price | $139,900 | $110,718 (best) |
| For sale now | 4,143 (best) | 328 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 26 gal | 32 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 305 hp | 405 hp (best) |
| Torque | 269 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.6 L | 6.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 7,660 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 2,365 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,836 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 11.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 141 in (best) | 140 in |
| Length | 229 in | 232 in (best) |
| Width | 82 in (best) | 79.4 in |
| Height | 78 in (best) | 77.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ram 1500Express | Ram 3500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ram 1500 | Ram 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Express $42,375 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Tradesman $46,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Express $45,125 MSRP | Tradesman $48,155 MSRP |
| 3 | Express $48,265 MSRP | Tradesman $50,190 MSRP |
| 4 | Express $45,775 MSRP | Tradesman $50,390 MSRP |
| 5 | Express $48,525 MSRP | Tradesman $51,775 MSRP |
| 6 | Express $51,665 MSRP | Tradesman $51,975 MSRP |
| 7 | Tradesman $42,375 MSRP | Tradesman $49,500 MSRP |
| 8 | Tradesman $45,125 MSRP | Tradesman $51,085 MSRP |
| 9 | Tradesman $48,265 MSRP | Tradesman $53,120 MSRP |
| 10 | Tradesman $45,775 MSRP | Tradesman $53,320 MSRP |
| 11 | Tradesman $48,525 MSRP | Tradesman $54,705 MSRP |
| 12 | Tradesman $51,665 MSRP | Tradesman $54,905 MSRP |
| 13 | Big Horn $47,630 MSRP | Big Horn $49,895 MSRP |
| 14 | Big Horn $50,380 MSRP | Big Horn $51,905 MSRP |
| 15 | Big Horn $53,520 MSRP | Big Horn $53,515 MSRP |
| 16 | Big Horn $51,030 MSRP | Big Horn $53,715 MSRP |
| 17 | Big Horn $53,780 MSRP | Big Horn $55,525 MSRP |
| 18 | Big Horn $56,920 MSRP | Big Horn $55,725 MSRP |
| 19 | Lone Star $47,630 MSRP | Big Horn $52,825 MSRP |
| 20 | Lone Star $50,380 MSRP | Big Horn $54,835 MSRP |
| 21 | Lone Star $53,520 MSRP | Big Horn $56,445 MSRP |
| 22 | Lone Star $51,030 MSRP | Big Horn $56,645 MSRP |
| 23 | Lone Star $53,780 MSRP | Big Horn $58,455 MSRP |
| 24 | Lone Star $56,920 MSRP | Big Horn $58,655 MSRP |
| 25 | Warlock $48,525 MSRP | Lone Star $49,895 MSRP |
| 26 | Laramie $61,680 MSRP | Lone Star $51,905 MSRP |
| 27 | Laramie $65,080 MSRP | Lone Star $53,515 MSRP |
| 28 | Laramie $65,525 MSRP | Lone Star $53,715 MSRP |
| 29 | Rebel $65,645 MSRP | Lone Star $55,525 MSRP |
| 30 | RHO $74,995 MSRP | Lone Star $55,725 MSRP |
| 31 | Limited $76,605 MSRP | Lone Star $52,825 MSRP |
| 32 | Limited $76,905 MSRP | Lone Star $54,835 MSRP |
| 33 | Longhorn $76,605 MSRP | Lone Star $56,445 MSRP |
| 34 | Longhorn $76,905 MSRP | Lone Star $56,645 MSRP |
| 35 | Tungsten $89,000 MSRP | Lone Star $58,455 MSRP |
| 36 | — | Lone Star $58,655 MSRP |
| 37 | — | Laramie $61,805 MSRP |
| 38 | — | Laramie $62,005 MSRP |
| 39 | — | Laramie $63,610 MSRP |
| 40 | — | Laramie $63,810 MSRP |
| 41 | — | Laramie $64,735 MSRP |
| 42 | — | Laramie $64,935 MSRP |
| 43 | — | Laramie $66,540 MSRP |
| 44 | — | Laramie $66,740 MSRP |
| 45 | — | Laramie $78,845 MSRP |
| 46 | — | Laramie $81,050 MSRP |
| 47 | — | Limited $74,820 MSRP |
| 48 | — | Limited $75,020 MSRP |
| 49 | — | Limited $75,620 MSRP |
| 50 | — | Limited $75,910 MSRP |
| 51 | — | Limited $77,750 MSRP |
| 52 | — | Limited $77,950 MSRP |
| 53 | — | Limited $78,550 MSRP |
| 54 | — | Limited $78,840 MSRP |
| 55 | — | Limited $91,860 MSRP |
| 56 | — | Limited $93,350 MSRP |
| 57 | — | Limited Longhorn $74,820 MSRP |
| 58 | — | Limited Longhorn $75,020 MSRP |
| 59 | — | Limited Longhorn $75,620 MSRP |
| 60 | — | Limited Longhorn $75,910 MSRP |
| 61 | — | Limited Longhorn $77,750 MSRP |
| 62 | — | Limited Longhorn $77,950 MSRP |
| 63 | — | Limited Longhorn $78,550 MSRP |
| 64 | — | Limited Longhorn $78,840 MSRP |
| 65 | — | Limited Longhorn $91,860 MSRP |
| 66 | — | Limited Longhorn $93,350 MSRP |
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Ram 1500 vs Ram 3500 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ram 1500 vs 2026 Ram 3500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ram 1500 starts lower at $42,375. Live Ram 1500 listings start at $899. Live Ram 3500 listings start at $14,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- The 2027 Ram 1500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,375).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- The 2027 Ram 1500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- The 2027 Ram 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (540).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ram 1500 or 2026 Ram 3500?
- The 2026 Ram 3500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (36,720).