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Derek Fung
Stellantis posts A$35 billion loss after failed EV push, shares sink 24 per cent
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2017 Ram 1500
The new Ram 1500 is a ute offered in cab-chassis (double or crew-cab) or pick-up (double or crew-cab) body styles available in Australia from $79,950 (driveaway) for the Express variant and topping out at $261,828 for the TRX variant.
There are 11 variants of the 1500 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2025.
The new 2017 1500 is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Ram 1500 include 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (313kW/635Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (309kW/635Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (403kW/707Nm), 3.0L v6 turbo (179kW/569Nm), 5.7L v8 hybrid (291kW/556Nm), 5.7L v8 (291kW/556Nm) and 6.2L v8 supercharger (523kW/882Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
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2017 Ram 1500
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2017 Ram 1500
News
Derek Fung
Stellantis posts A$35 billion loss after failed EV push, shares sink 24 per cent
Swinging from EVs back to V8s could return Stellantis North America back to good health, but it comes with an initial financial hit.
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Damion Smy
Supercharged V8 Ram 1500 TRX revealed, Australia in frame
V8 power is back in a big way as Ram releases the world’s most powerful ute, the 777hp SRT TRX – and it could come Down Under.
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Alborz Fallah
Ram rules out Hemi V8 comeback as Australia commits to new Hurricane era
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Big Horn
2024
$127,649
Big Horn
2023
$128,679
Laramie
2024
$146,289
Laramie Sport
2024
$150,409
Laramie Sport
2026
$150,652
Rebel
2026
$150,652
Rebel
2025
$150,652
Laramie Sport
2025
$150,652
Limited
2024
$165,759
Limited
2026
$169,192
Limited
2025
$169,192
Year
2026
2025
2024
2023
Engine Type
3.0L Combustion
5.7L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Fuel
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Utility
Number of Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
313 kW
309 kW
403 kW
291 kW
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2017 Ram 1500
Dimensions
5,817 mm
2,017 mm
1,924 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,817 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,017 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,924 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,569 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 845 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Looking for complete Ram 1500 size & space specs?
Our Ram 1500 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Ram 1500
Sales Data
20243,239Total Sales
20252,674Total Sales
2026364YTD Sales
Ram 1500 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2017 Ram 1500
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Ram 1500 is the Express variant that starts from $79,950.
See all Ram 1500 PricingThe most expensive Ram 1500 is the TRX variant that starts from $261,828.
See all Ram 1500 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ram 1500 is 4500 kg offered by the following variants: Express, Express Black Pack, Laramie, Warlock, Big Horn, Limited, Laramie Sport, Limited Launch Edition, Rebel and Rebel Hurricane.
See all Ram 1500 towing capacityThe largest Ram 1500 is the TRX variant which measures 2029mm wide, 5929mm in length and sits 2055mm tall.
The most powerful Ram 1500 is the TRX variant which has 523kW of power and 882nm of torque.
The Ram 1500 is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Ram 1500 is the TRX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3800 kg.
The Ram 1500 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded, Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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