At the 2025 Ram Trucks presentation, a remarkable shift was announced: the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO, a notable departure from its predecessor, the mighty 2024 Ram 1500 TRX. While some may lament the transition from the 6.2-liter supercharged V8 to the twin-turbocharged inline-six, there are silver linings – improved fuel efficiency and a significantly lower price tag.
Ram Trucks proudly boasts a lineup of benchmark full-size off-road pickup trucks, including the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO, 1500 Rebel, Rebel X special edition, 1500 Warlock, 2500 Power Wagon, and 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel. However, the brand faces stiff competition in the mid-size and compact pickup truck segments.
In these areas, contenders like the N400 Toyota Tacoma and Ford Maverick reign supreme, with the compact pickup truck sector ripe for exploration. Ram’s Rampage model, particularly the Hurricane variant with a 268-horsepower 2.0-liter engine, could potentially enter this market. While rumors of its debut in North America have fizzled, the imagination of digital car content creators continues to explore its potential impact.
One such concept, the Ram Rampage TRX, envisioned by virtual product designer Alessandro Gardini, presents an extreme off-road competitor to the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. While details on its powertrain remain speculative, its rugged design hints at its potential prowess, sparking excitement within the Mopar community.