
When you're searching for the perfect pickup truck, it's important to know it's got the performance you need to tackle every task you throw at it. With three available engines, the 2019 Ram 1500 trucks in our new vehicle inventory offer a wide range of capability and performance. In order to help you choose between the three 2019 Ram 1500 engine options, the experts at Sunnyside Ram have compared the differences in the table below.
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3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine with eTorque
The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 comes standard on most 2019 Ram 1500 trucks, as it offers an impressive balance of capability and efficiency. This dynamic V6 engine is proof that best-in-class efficiency doesn't mean sacrificing towing and hauling power. The eTorque mild-hybrid setup optimizes both torque and efficiency. Highlights include:
- Best-in-class standard V6 Horsepower
- Best-in-class 4x4 fuel economy
- Best-in-class driving range
- Standard on Tradesman, Big Horn, Long Horn, and Rebel trim levels

5.7L HEMI® V8 Engine
The legendary HEMI® V8 engine has often been touted as one of the most reliable and powerful truck engines of all-time. This incredibly capable Ram 1500 engine option comes standard on the most luxurious trim levels. Highlights include:
- Nearly 400 HP
- Standard on Laramie, Laramie Longhorn®, and Limited trim levels

5.7L HEMI® V8 Engine with eTorque
Combining a light hybrid system with an incredibly powerful V8, the 5.7L HEMI® V8 with eTorque helps maximize both torque and efficiency. The eTorque system adds a staggering 130 lb.-ft. of supplemental torque and helps provide best-in-class 4x4 fuel efficiency and V8 towing. Highlights include:
- Best-in-class available V8 towing capacity
- Best-in-class available V8 4x4 combined fuel economy
- Best-in-class available V8 highway driving range

Ram 1500 Engine Options Differences Chart
The Ram 1500 engine comparison table below will help you learn the differences and specs of every available engine option. From towing capacity to power, take a look at the Ram 1500 engine differences to decide which one offers the performance you need.
Engine | 3.6L Pentastar® V6 with eTorque | 5.7L HEMI® V8 | 5.7L HEMI V8 with eTorque |
Horsepower | 305 HP | 395 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 296 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. |
Towing Capacity | Up to 7,730 lbs. | Up to 11,610 lbs. | Up to 12,750 lbs. |
Fuel Efficiency (4x2) | 20 MPG City / 25 MPG Highway | 15 MPG City / 22 MPG Highway | 17 MPG City / 23 MPG Highway |
Fuel Efficiency (4x4) | 19 MPG City / 24 MPG Highway | 15 MPG City / 21 MPG Highway | 17 MPG City / 22 MPG Highway |
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Now that you know more about 2019 Ram 1500 engine options differences, it's time for you to learn how you can take home the capability and power your work day needs. The Ram 1500 lease deals available at Sunnyside Ram will help you get behind the wheel of the new truck you need at a price you'll love.
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