Ram 1500 REV Extended Range: First Look at the Production Truck

The long-awaited extended-range electric pickup from Ram is finally moving closer to reality. After years of previews, delays, and renaming, the Ram 1500 REV with a range-extending gasoline generator has now been shown in production-ready form, offering the clearest look yet at how Stellantis plans to bridge the gap between EVs and traditional trucks.

Unveiled quietly at the latest Detroit Auto Show, this version of the Ram 1500 REV signals a strategic bet on drivers who want electric performance without fully committing to charging infrastructure.

A Delayed Truck That’s Finally Taking Shape

The extended-range Ram pickup was first revealed in 2023 under the name “Ramcharger,” then later rebranded as part of the Ram 1500 REV lineup. Despite repeated schedule changes, this marks the first confirmed public appearance of a production-spec model rather than a concept or design mockup.

According to industry reporting, Stellantis now expects the truck to enter production in the second half of the year at its Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Michigan, positioning it as a 2027 model-year vehicle. Earlier plans had pointed to a 2026 launch, making this the latest—but likely final—delay.

Even so, Ram is still on track to become the first U.S. automaker to sell a range-extended electric pickup, beating competitors like Scout, whose gas-assisted EV trucks are expected later.

How the Extended-Range Powertrain Works

At its core, the Ram 1500 REV extended-range model is an electric truck first and foremost. It uses a battery-electric drivetrain, with a gasoline engine serving only as an onboard generator—not a direct power source for the wheels.

Key system details include:

• 92 kWh battery pack mounted within the frame rails

• Dual electric drive modules (250 kW front, 248 kW rear)

• Total output of 647 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque

In electric-only driving, Ram estimates about 145 miles of EV range. When the battery depletes, a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine activates to spin a 130 kW generator, replenishing the battery and extending driving range without mechanical drivetrain engagement.

Nearly 700 Miles of Total Driving Range

With both the battery fully charged and the fuel tank full, Stellantis claims the Ram 1500 REV extended-range version can travel up to 690 miles. That figure places it far beyond most fully electric pickups and directly targets range anxiety—a major barrier for truck buyers.

This setup allows drivers to charge when convenient but rely on gasoline when charging is unavailable, especially on long-distance or work-related trips.

Charging Capabilities and EV Advantages

Because it is fundamentally an EV platform, the truck includes a CCS1 charging port on the front-left fender. It supports DC fast charging up to 145 kW, adding roughly 50 miles of electric range in about 10 minutes under ideal conditions.

Importantly, the battery placement preserves a flat cabin floor, avoiding compromises to interior space—an advantage over some traditional hybrid truck layouts.

Design and Capability Differences

Visually, the REV extended-range truck stands apart from gas-powered Ram 1500 models through several EV-specific touches:

• Illuminated front grille

• REV-specific front bumper

• Dedicated charging port door

• Eight-lug wheels, replacing the six-lug setup on standard trucks

The truck will be offered only as a four-door Crew Cab with a 5-foot, 7-inch bed. Ram is targeting up to 14,000 pounds of towing capacity with a Class 5 hitch and an estimated 2,625-pound payload, placing it firmly in full-size work-truck territory.

Pricing and Market Position

Ram has confirmed that the extended-range REV will be available in multiple trim levels, but pricing has not yet been announced. Its positioning suggests it will sit above standard gas models while offering a more flexible alternative to fully electric pickups.

As EV adoption slows among mainstream buyers, this hybrid-electric strategy may prove critical for attracting truck owners unwilling to go fully electric—but still interested in electrification benefits.

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