2026 RAM 1500 Express: The Latest Version of the Classic Pickup
With roots dating back to 1939, the 2026 RAM 1500 Express is the inheritor of a long tradition of full-size truck excellence. Equal parts powerful, versatile, and high-value, this pickup is the perfect combination of capability and return on investment. It’s also 100% assembled in the U.S., which is yet another attribute that Orange Coast Chrysler Jeep® Dodge RAM customers will appreciate.
Power & Performance
The 2026 RAM 1500 Express is impressively configurable. Meet with our Costa Mesa, CA RAM dealers and you can choose between Crew Cab or Quad Cab body styles, rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD), and two terrific engines. The standard power plant is a 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 that outputs 305 horsepower. The optional power plant is a 3.0-liter Hurricane® inline six-cylinder engine capable of 420 horsepower. When you pair the latter engine with the Quad Cab and RWD, you’ll get a maximum towing capacity of up to 11,550 lbs.
For proof of the quality of this powertrain, look no further than its exceptional warranty. In fact, it’s America’s Best Full-Size Truck Powertrain Limited Warranty, with coverage spanning 10 years/100,000 miles.
Technology Features
The 2026 RAM 1500 Express offers an impressive suite of advanced technology features designed to enhance convenience, connectivity, and safety on every drive. Inside, drivers will find a modern infotainment system with intuitive controls, available touchscreen displays, and seamless smartphone integration for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. Combined with available premium audio options and smart interior enhancements, these technologies make the RAM 1500 Express as intelligent as it is capable.
Safety
This new RAM truck equips the latest driver assistance systems. One system, Adaptive Cruise Control, maintains a safe distance between your truck and the vehicle you’re following. Another system, Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking, is an invaluable asset when you’re navigating residential areas or busy city streets. There’s also no mistaking this truck’s black-bezel LED headlamps, which provide a clear view of the road ahead.
The Black Express Package
If you want to make a statement, there’s no better way than with the Black Express package. That’s because it’s one of the most popular packages ever offered for the RAM 1500. Back in summer 2013, it accounted for more than 20% of RAM 1500 orders. In 2019, its popularity was equally massive. Now it’s back in 2026, boasting exclusive features such as a Sport hood, black 20-inch wheels, and black badging, along with an upgraded interior with black cloth bucket seats.
Explore the 2026 RAM 1500 Express Near Huntington Beach, CA
Test drive the 2026 RAM 1500 Express at Orange Coast Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM, and we guarantee your expectations will be exceeded. Plus, with our personalized RAM finance, you’ll get maximum bang for your buck in this all-attitude, highly capable full-size truck.