The V8 is back. For 2026, the 5.7L HEMI V8 returns to the Ram 1500 lineup, joining the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six (up to 540 horsepower) and the 3.6L Pentastar V6. Three ways to power your half-ton, one truck built to work. See trims, pricing, towing and live inventory at Terrace Chrysler.
The 2026 Ram 1500, available at Terrace Chrysler in Terrace, BC.
Quick answer: The 2026 Ram 1500 is a full-size half-ton pickup offered with three engine families: a 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque (305 hp), the returning 5.7L HEMI V8 with eTorque (395 hp / 410 lb-ft), and the 3.0L twin-turbo Hurricane inline-six in Standard Output (420 hp) or High Output (540 hp) form. Canadian pricing starts at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $55,790. Terrace Chrysler stocks and orders the 2026 Ram 1500 now.
The story on the 2026 Ram 1500 is choice. When Ram redesigned the 1500, it moved to the 3.0L twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six and set the V8 aside. Enough buyers asked for the V8 that Ram brought the 5.7L HEMI back for 2026. That means the half-ton you order at Terrace Chrysler can be built the way you want it: the proven V8 rumble, the efficiency-minded V6, or the high-output six that out-muscles the old V8 on paper.
Here in the Northwest, that choice matters. A contractor running gravel roads out to a job site wants different power than a family towing a boat to Lakelse on the weekend. Our team walks through how you actually use the truck before we point you at an engine, because the right Ram 1500 is the one matched to your loads and your kilometres.
The standard engine on the work-focused grades: 305 horsepower and 271 lb-ft, with eTorque mild-hybrid assist for smoother stop-start and a bit of extra low-end shove. Ram Canada rates it at roughly 9.7 L/100 km combined in its most efficient configuration. It is the sensible pick for a daily-driver half-ton that still needs to pull a utility trailer now and then.
395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft, with the eTorque mild-hybrid system. This is the engine a lot of long-time Ram owners have been waiting for. It carries a strong tow rating (up to about 10,170 lb / 4,613 kg properly equipped) and the V8 character that no turbo six quite replicates. Available on nine Crew Cab 4x4 trims with the 5-foot-7 box.
The Standard Output Hurricane makes 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft. Step up to the High Output version and you get 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft - the engine at the heart of the Ram 1500 RHO, the off-road performance flagship. Both deliver more torque than the outgoing V8 and back it with the segment's best-in-class towing when properly equipped.
| Trim tier | Examples | Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| Work & value | Tradesman, Express, Warlock | Job-ready half-tons; the value entry to the lineup. Starting MSRP $55,790 |
| Everyday & adventure | Big Horn, Sport, Rebel | The volume grades; Rebel adds real off-road hardware |
| Premium | Laramie, Limited Longhorn, Limited | Leather, big screens and quiet highway comfort |
| Flagship | Tungsten, Ram 1500 RHO | Tungsten is the luxury range-topper; RHO is the 540-hp off-road performance truck |
The work and value grades. Vinyl or cloth, a capable standard V6, and the option to add the returning HEMI on the right configurations. This is the honest work truck end of the lineup - and still a modern Ram inside.
The grades most Northwest BC buyers land on. Big Horn brings the comfort and content step-up; the Rebel adds a factory off-road setup - raised ride height, skid protection and a more aggressive look - for gravel, snow and the logging-road detours that come with living up here.
The premium grades. Expect leather-trimmed seating, the larger Uconnect 5 touchscreen, premium audio and a quiet, composed highway ride for the long Highway 16 hauls between towns.
The two flagships. Tungsten is the top luxury Ram 1500. The Ram 1500 RHO is the performance halo, built around the 540-horsepower High Output Hurricane six for serious off-road speed. If you want the most refined or the most capable Ram 1500, these are the bookends.
The 2026 Ram 1500 is offered in a range of exterior colours that varies by trim. A representative selection:
A clean, fleet-friendly white offered across most of the lineup.
Deep metallic black - a staple on the premium grades.
A practical metallic silver that hides Northwest road grime.
A rich, deep blue that suits a working truck.
High-impact red for maximum presence on the lot.
A darker, premium red on the upper trims.
Colour availability changes by trim and by production. Contact our team to confirm what is available on the grade and configuration you are considering.
A fast, modern infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a standard 8.4-inch touchscreen and an available 14.5-inch display on the upper grades.
Available blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-path detection adds confidence when changing lanes or backing a trailer.
Available adaptive cruise control holds a set following distance - genuinely useful on long Highway 16 runs between towns.
Available on the V6 and HEMI V8, eTorque smooths stop-start and adds low-end assist without changing how you use the truck.
Driver-assist features are aids and do not replace safe, attentive driving. Feature availability varies by trim, package and configuration.
The 2026 Ram 1500 is built to pull. Properly equipped, it tows up to about 11,610 lb and carries a payload up to roughly 2,360 lb, depending on cab, box, drivetrain and axle ratio. The returning 5.7L HEMI V8 is rated to tow up to about 10,170 lb (4,613 kg) with a payload up to about 1,650 lb (748 kg). Class-available features like the multifunction tailgate, RamBox cargo system and available air suspension make the truck easier to load, level and live with. Actual towing and payload numbers depend on how the truck is built - our team confirms the exact rating for the configuration you are considering before you commit to a trailer.
Ram Canada finance and lease programs and Terrace Chrysler promotions change regularly, and 2026 brought new incentives around the returning HEMI. Every 2026 Ram 1500 is backed by Ram's 10-year or 160,000-kilometre powertrain warranty (whichever comes first). Ask our team for the latest rates, loyalty and trade offers, and payment structures on the configuration you want.
Gravel roads, winter passes and long Highway 16 hauls. We will spec a Ram 1500 - HEMI, Hurricane or Pentastar - for the way you actually drive and tow.
Your truck is serviced right here in Terrace by our technicians using Mopar parts - no long trips out of the region when it needs work.
Drivers come to us from Terrace, Kitimat, Thornhill, Prince Rupert, Hazelton, Smithers and across the Skeena Valley.
Go deeper on the 2026 Ram 1500 with our buyer guides - engines, towing and how it stacks up against the competition. Or find everything in one place in our Ram 1500 research hub.
Yes. The 5.7L HEMI V8 returns to the 2026 Ram 1500 after being dropped from the redesigned lineup. It makes 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft with eTorque mild-hybrid assist and is available on nine Crew Cab 4x4 trims fitted with the 5-foot-7 box.
Three families: the 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque (305 hp / 271 lb-ft), the returning 5.7L HEMI V8 with eTorque (395 hp / 410 lb-ft), and the 3.0L twin-turbo Hurricane inline-six in Standard Output (420 hp / 469 lb-ft) or High Output (540 hp / 521 lb-ft) form. All use an 8-speed automatic.
Properly equipped, the 2026 Ram 1500 tows up to about 11,610 lb, with payload up to roughly 2,360 lb depending on configuration. The returning HEMI V8 is rated to tow up to about 10,170 lb (4,613 kg). Actual capacity depends on cab, box, drivetrain and axle ratio - ask us to confirm the rating for your build.
Canadian pricing starts at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $55,790 for the Tradesman, before freight, fees and taxes. HEMI-equipped and premium trims are priced higher. Contact Terrace Chrysler for in-stock pricing and current offers.
The Ram 1500 RHO is the off-road performance flagship, built around the 3.0L High Output Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six making 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft. It pairs that power with a factory off-road suspension and hardware for high-speed desert and trail capability.
It depends on what you value. The 3.0L Hurricane six makes more power and torque than the HEMI (420 or 540 hp versus 395) and backs the truck's best towing ratings. The 5.7L HEMI V8 offers proven durability and the V8 character many owners prefer. Both are strong - we will help you compare them for your use.
Yes. Terrace Chrysler stocks 2026 Ram 1500 trucks and can factory-order the exact engine, trim, cab and colour you want. See current inventory above, or call 250-635-7187 to check what is on the lot today.
Book a test drive, request a price, or browse in-stock Ram 1500s at Terrace Chrysler - proudly serving Terrace, Kitimat, Thornhill, Prince Rupert and the Skeena Valley.
*Prices shown are Ram Canada Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price and do not include freight/PDI, air conditioning charge, dealer or other fees, licensing, insurance, registration or applicable taxes. Specifications, equipment, features, engine output, towing and payload capability, availability and prices are subject to change without notice and may differ from vehicles in stock. Towing and payload figures are maximums for properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration; confirm the rating for a specific build before towing. Some vehicles may be shown with optional equipment. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, Terrace Chrysler is not responsible for errors or omissions; some data and prices are provided by third parties and cannot be guaranteed. Please contact Terrace Chrysler at 250-635-7187 to verify details. Terrace Chrysler Ltd., 4916 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC V8G 1L8. Sources: Ram Canada (ramtruck.ca, 2026 Ram 1500); manufacturer spec releases on the returning 5.7L HEMI V8.
