2026 Ram 1500 REV: Electric Range, Charging, and Availability Near Fontana
The 2026 Ram 1500 REV is a range-extended electric truck. Ram targets up to 690 miles of total driving range by pairing a 92-kWh battery with an onboard gasoline generator. Ram lists projected availability in 2026, and our team at Fontana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM can walk you through how it works ahead of launch.
How the Range-Extended Powertrain Works
Unlike a conventional electric pickup, the Ram 1500 REV never depends on finding a charger. A liquid-cooled 92-kWh battery pack drives the wheels through front and rear electric drive modules. A 3.6L Pentastar V6 spins a 130-kW onboard generator to keep that battery supplied.
The engine never turns the wheels itself. Ram states there is no direct mechanical path from the engine to the wheels — the V6 makes electricity, and electricity moves the truck.
One point of confusion is worth clearing up. Ram originally used the REV badge for a fully electric pickup. That battery-electric truck was canceled in September 2025, and Ram moved the REV name to the range-extended truck first shown as the Ramcharger. Specifications you may find elsewhere describing a 229-kWh battery or 500 miles of pure electric range refer to the canceled vehicle, not this one.
2026 Ram 1500 REV Specifications
| Specification | Figure |
|---|---|
| Battery | 92-kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion |
| Engine / generator | 3.6L Pentastar V6 with 130-kW onboard generator |
| Horsepower | 647 hp |
| Torque | 610 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 seconds (targeted) |
| Total driving range | Up to 690 miles (manufacturer-estimated) |
| Electric-only range | 145 miles (Edmunds estimate — Ram publishes no figure) |
| Maximum towing | 14,000 lbs (class 5 hitch, properly equipped) |
| Maximum payload | 2,625 lbs |
| DC fast charging | Up to 145 kW at 400 volts |
| Suspension | Four-corner active-level air suspension (standard) |
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Figures are preproduction. Horsepower, torque, range, towing, payload, and charging specs come from ramtrucks.com. The standard four-corner air suspension and the no-mechanical-path design are confirmed in the Ram 1500 REV press kit. Ram describes the 690-mile figure as a manufacturer’s estimate based on internal simulation, and notes actual range may vary. The 145-mile electric-only figure is reported by Edmunds, not by Ram. The EPA has not rated this vehicle, so no figure here is an EPA rating.
Charging the Ram 1500 REV
Because the V6 generator replenishes the battery while you drive, the truck never requires access to a charger to keep running. When you do want to plug in, Ram’s smart charging port uses a quick-release mount in a lockable, weatherproof enclosure and handles all three charging levels.
Charging Levels
| Level | Voltage | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 120 volts | Trickle charging from a standard household outlet |
| Level 2 (available) | 240 volts | Home charger suited to filling the battery overnight |
| Level 3 (DC fast) | 400 volts | Up to 145 kW, adding up to 50 miles of all-electric range in about 10 minutes |
Range-added figures are estimates. Actual range added per hour varies by vehicle efficiency, onboard charger capacity, battery condition, and ambient temperature.
Charging times are estimates. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s charger types and speeds guidance notes that Level 2 equipment charges a battery-electric vehicle to 80 percent from empty in 4 to 10 hours, while Level 1 can take 40 to 50 or more hours. Your results will vary by vehicle and equipment.
Power Modes
Drivers manage how the battery and generator interact through Ram’s power mode selector, which offers five settings.
| Mode | What Ram Says It Does |
|---|---|
| Electric+ | Powers the truck with electricity only, drawing from the battery pack, with the generator engaging as soon as it is needed |
| E-Save | Preserves battery life by controlling when the generator engages |
| Eco | Prioritizes efficiency and reduces climate control settings to save power |
| eAWD | Optimizes energy consumption and enhances vehicle performance |
| eSport | Optimizes energy consumption and enhances vehicle performance |
Ram publishes individual descriptions for Electric+, E-Save, and Eco. It groups eAWD and eSport under a single shared description, shown above as Ram words it.
Towing, Payload, and Work Capability
The Ram 1500 REV tows up to 14,000 pounds with a class 5 hitch. Maximum payload is up to 2,625 pounds when properly equipped. Ram calls both figures best in class. The capability comes from 647 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque from dual electric drive modules.
Because the onboard generator keeps making electricity while you tow, the REV does not depend on public charging stops the way a battery-electric pickup does.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Work-ready details center on the class-exclusive available RamBox Cargo Management System. It adds lockable, weatherproof storage in the bed rails, plus a 115-volt, 400-watt outlet on the driver’s side of the bed. The press kit notes a separate onboard power panel in the bed that can supply up to 7.2 kW for tools. Standard four-corner active-level air suspension handles load leveling and entry height.
If you are comparing electrified Ram work vehicles, our Ram ProMaster EV is available now.
Inside the Ram 1500 REV Tungsten
Audio and Seating
Ram offers the 23-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system exclusively on Tungsten, as available equipment. It runs through a 24-channel, 1,228-watt amplifier and a 12-inch subwoofer.
Tungsten also offers available 24-way power-adjustable front seats with heat, ventilation, memory, and massage. The press kit describes quilted Natura Plus leather and an Indigo/Sea Salt interior. It also lists a metal pedal kit and a suede-wrapped headliner. Ram’s consumer page adds real wood and carbon fiber accents. Tungsten rides on 22-inch aluminum wheels.
Displays and Technology
Across the REV lineup, Ram offers more than 50 inches of combined available digital displays. That includes an available 14.5-inch touchscreen running Uconnect 5 and a digital instrument cluster. There is also a class-exclusive available 10.25-inch passenger interactive display. The press kit notes it carries an HDMI plug, so a passenger can connect a phone or tablet.
An available power tailgate, dual wireless charging pads, and an available digital key for a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch round out the technology. You can see more cabin detail on our Ram 1500 interior overview.
Trim Lineup and Availability
Ram offers the 1500 REV in three trims: Tradesman, Laramie, and Tungsten. Ram has not announced pricing for the 1500 REV, and lists projected availability in 2026.
Shoppers across Fontana, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Claremont, West Covina, and Riverside can reach our sales team now. We can talk through the REV ahead of its arrival, or show you what is on the lot today. For current gas-powered trucks, see our 2026 Ram 1500 overview.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2026 Ram 1500 REV
Does the Ram 1500 REV require a 240-volt home charger to operate?
No. The onboard 3.6-liter V6 doubles as a generator and recharges the battery while you drive, so a 240-volt Level 2 charger is not required to operate the truck. Installing one lets owners recharge overnight for daily electric-only driving.
Can the Ram 1500 REV provide backup power to a home during an outage?
Ram states the 1500 REV offers vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-vehicle bidirectional charging, and that when the grid is down the truck can help keep you running for up to 30 days with device power rationing. Ram bases that figure on 10 kWh per day for 30 days, using a fully charged battery and a full gas-powered onboard generator, and notes the vehicle must be operating in a well-ventilated area. Ram has not published what home equipment is required to enable vehicle-to-home power, so confirm setup requirements before relying on it for backup.
How does the range-extended powertrain differ from a traditional plug-in hybrid?
In a traditional plug-in hybrid, the gasoline engine is mechanically connected to the drivetrain and can turn the wheels directly. In the Ram 1500 REV, the gas engine acts purely as a generator producing electricity for the electric drive modules, which are the only things driving the wheels.
What cargo utility features are built into the truck bed?
The bed offers the available RamBox Cargo Management System, which adds lockable, weatherproof storage bins in the bed rails and a 115-volt, 400-watt auxiliary outlet on the driver’s side. An available power tailgate is also offered.
Explore New Ram Trucks at Fontana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Our team is ready to answer your questions about range-extended electric trucks. We can explain how the generator works and what home charging would look like. We can also show you how the REV compares to the gas-powered Ram 1500 we stock today. Visit us at 16263 S Highland Ave, Fontana, CA 92336, or call our sales department at 909-675-1186 to speak with an advisor.
Disclaimers
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Range-added figures are estimates. Actual range added per hour varies by vehicle efficiency, onboard charger capacity, battery condition, and ambient temperature.
Charging times are estimates. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s charger types and speeds guidance notes that Level 2 equipment charges a battery-electric vehicle to 80 percent from empty in 4 to 10 hours, while Level 1 can take 40 to 50 or more hours. Your results will vary by vehicle and equipment.