2019 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

September 7th, 2018 by

2019 Ram 1500 Towing ATV on Country Highway

You may be wondering, “How much can I tow with a Ram truck?” Well, if you own the 2019 Ram 1500, it turns out that you have to ability to tow an impressive amount. Highly rated by both experts and consumers, the 2019 Ram 1500 boasts robust performance numbers across the board. Offered with three different engines, the Ram 1500 can tow up to 12,750 pounds when properly equipped and maintained. Find out more about the 2019 Ram 1500 towing capacity below, then take one for a test drive at Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

Towing Capabilities by Engine

The 2019 Ram 1500 is offered with three different engines plus 4×2 and 4×4 configurations. Here’s a look at the max towing capacity with each available engine:

  • 3.6L PENTASTAR V6 Engine with eTorque: The Ram 1500, when equipped with the Ram 1500 V6 engine, can tow a maximum of 7,730 pounds.
  • 5.7L HEMI V8 Engine: The 2019 Ram towing capacity reaches a maximum of 11,610 pounds with the 5.7L HEMI V8 engine.
  • 5.7L HEMI Engine with eTorque: This engine increases the Ram 1500 towing capacity to 12,750 pounds, making the Ram 1500 more muscular than the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500.

Towing Features

On top of the three different engines and associated towing capacities highlighted above, you’ll have access to towing features like:

  • 360 Surround View Camera: Gives you a wider view of rear surroundings, so you can back up safely and confidently.
  • Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer Detection: This active safety feature accounts for the length of your trailer and monitors blind spot zones.
  • Guided Parking: The available Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist automatically controls the steering and guides you through how to engage the brake, accelerator, and gear position, ensuring parallel parking is a breeze.

Get More Done Behind the Wheel of the 2019 Ram 1500

The 2019 Ram 1500 has a starting MSRP of $31,695 and is available at Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Stop by our dealership, located near Watsonville and Scotts Valley to find a Ram 1500 with the towing setup and engine of your choice. You can also compare the capabilities of the 2019 Ram 1500 vs. 2500, and learn all about the Ram 1500’s weight. Contact us with further questions about the Ram 1500, maintenance, and even lift kits. If an SUV is more your style, the Dodge Durango offers impressive towing capability as well.

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