The Ram 1500 REV (Revolution Electric Vehicle) is a battery electric full-size light-duty truck based on the fifth generation Ram, announced in July 2021 and first revealed to the public as a concept vehicle in January 2023.
| Ram 1500 REV | |
|---|---|
 Prototype on display at the 2023 New York International Auto Show | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ram Trucks (Stellantis North America) |
| Production | 2025 (to commence) |
| Model years | 2025– |
| Assembly | United States: Sterling Heights, Michigan (Sterling Heights Assembly) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door crew cab |
| Layout | Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive |
| Platform | STLA Frame |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 2x permanent magnet |
| Power output | 654 hp (488 kW) |
| Battery | LG Chem 168 or 229 kWh lithium-ion, NMC cathode |
| Range |
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| Plug-in charging | 350 kW, 800 V DC |
History
editIn July 2021, Stellantis announced the ongoing development of an electrified Ram pickup as part of Stellantis EV DAY 2021, including early concept drawings of the vehicle, and stating that a full size battery electric Ram would arrive by 2024.[1] There is also reference to a future range-extender plug-in hybrid model.[2]
The Ram Revolution Concept vehicle was revealed on Ram social media outlets in January 2023, showcasing a futuristic design and various high-tech features, including an augmented reality head-up display, rear suicide doors, and a collapsible pass-through between the bed and cab.[3][4] A webpage on the Ram website also went live for the concept model.[5]
Shortly after, the concept made its first physical appearance at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show.[6] A press release by Stellantis stated that the vehicle would be based on their new STLA platform specifically designed for full-size body-on-frame EVs, will be powered by dual electric motors in an all-wheel drive configuration, and will be based on an 800-volt architecture. It is claimed that the concept pickup offers 4 wheel steering, and charging speeds up to 350 kilowatts, which would allow for adding up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes of charging.[7][8]
In February 2023, a commercial "Premature Electrification" was shown during the 2023 Super Bowl, humorously parodying premature ejaculation advertisements in referring to EV adoption hurdles such as range anxiety, and featuring Canadian-American actor Jason Jones.[9][10] The commercial reveals for the first time a pre-production model that shares much of its exterior and interior with the current fifth generation Ram pickup, with appearance changes to most notably the front fascia.[11] The ad also confirms the shortened name of Ram REV (said as "rev"), availability in the US expected in late 2024, and "Range-lengthening technology to come later".
Following the Super Bowl advertisement, reservations were opened on the Ram REV webpage, allowing users to pay a refundable fee to become a Ram REV Insider+ member, with the promise of exclusive privileges such as early access to pre-orders and invitations to events such as first looks and test drives as they become available.[12]
Description
editAs of February 2023, what has been revealed of the REV shows the truck being based on the fifth-generation Ram, sharing much of its exterior and interior styling with the standard internal combustion model.[13][14] Most notably altered is the front fascia of the vehicle, to improve aerodynamics as there is no need for a large grille opening. The REV features unique headlights, front bumper, and hood to accommodate the front trunk ("frunk"). The rear of the truck also has unique differences such as taillights that extend onto the tailgate. A single charge port is located on the front left fender of the vehicle, containing a CCS Combo connector and charging status indicator LEDs.[15]
The Ram 1500 REV, expected as a 2025 model, is built on Stellantis' new STLA Frame platform, which is designed specifically for large EVs with body-on-frame construction.[16] The truck will include all-wheel drive as standard and offer two battery sizes at launch. The standard 168-kWh battery pack has an estimated range of 350 miles, while an optional 229-kWh unit is expected to cover up to 500 miles. Based on the details revealed for the model with a smaller 168-kWh battery, it comes with an electric motor setup producing 654 horsepower and 620 pound-feet (839 N⋅m) of torque. With this configuration, the Ram 1500 REV is rated to tow up to 14,000 pounds and carry a payload of 2,700 pounds.[17]
Ramcharger
editIn November 2023, Stellantis unveiled the Ram 1500 Ramcharger, a series hybrid based on the REV with a 92-kWh battery pack and a Pentastar V-6 gasoline engine with a 27-US-gallon (100 L; 22 imp gal)) fuel tank serving as range extender and plans to put it on sale in 2025.
References
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- ^ Stellantis: EV DAY 2021, RAM, retrieved February 14, 2023
- ^ Ram Revolution Concept | Reveal, retrieved February 14, 2023
- ^ "The Electric Ram Pickup Has an 18-Foot-Long Passhole". MotorTrend. January 6, 2023. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram Revolution Concept Vehicle | Electric Truck". ramtrucks. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ Korosec, Kirsten (January 8, 2023). "All the tech (and other flashy features) stuffed into the Ram 1500 Revolution EV truck". TechCrunch. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram 1500 Revolution Battery-electric Vehicle (BEV) Concept Unveiled at CES 2023 | Stellantis". www.stellantis.com. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram's fully electric 1500 due 2024, uses 800V charging". driving. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Stellantis Media - Ram Truck Brand Reveals Highly Anticipated All-new, All-electric Ram 1500 REV in 60-Second 'Premature Electrification' Big Game Commercial, Opens Up Online Reservations". media.stellantisnorthamerica.com. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram's Super Bowl spot offers a cure for 'Premature Electrifcation'". Autoblog. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Premature Electrification" | Ram Trucks, retrieved February 14, 2023
- ^ "Ram 1500 REV | Preorder the First-Ever Electric Ram Truck".
- ^ Shakir, Umar (February 13, 2023). "Ram 1500 REV loses the prototype's gimmicks and looks like an electric Ram". The Verge. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram 1500 REV electric truck photos show it's no design revolution". Green Car Reports. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ram 1500 REV | First-Ever Ram Electric Truck". ramtrucks. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
- ^ "All-new, All-electric 2025 Ram 1500 REV Unveiled at New York International Auto Show With Targeted Range of Up to an Unsurpassed 500 Miles". Stellantis Media. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
- ^ Irwin, Austin; Stafford, Eric. "2025 Ram 1500 REV". Car and Driver. Retrieved October 31, 2024.