Ram Reverses Course: Hemi V8 Returns for 2026 Model Year
Mar 1, 2026 (20 hr ago)
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Stellantis is reintroducing the 5.7L Hemi V8 in the 2026 Ram 1500 lineup following strong initial customer demand.
Ram's Strategic Hemi V8 Reintroduction
- Stellantis confirmed the return of the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine for the 2026 Ram 1500 series1
- This decision was a direct response to significant customer demand for the powertrain option1
- The engine is now offered across multiple trim levels, allowing broader customer access without requiring higher-tier packages1
Immediate Customer Validation
- The announcement generated immediate sales traction, logging 10,000 preorders for the Hemi-equipped 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie1
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