Not Quite a Hybrid, Not Quite an EV
Who said old trucks can’t learn new tricks?
The 2027 model isn’t what they used to call the Ramcharger. They changed the name to 1500 REV. The logic is sound if you squint: it sits between a traditional Ford F-150 Hybrid and something exotic like the Rivian R1T. It is sophisticated. It is full-size. And it refuses to pick a lane between burning fossil fuels and plugging into a wall.
Under the hood sits a 3.6-liter V-6.
Wait. Don’t run.
That gas engine doesn’t turn the wheels. It sits there like a nervous landlord, only kicking in when the battery gets low. Its only job? Act as a generator. It spins a turbine to make electricity. The actual pushing? That’s done by two electric motors. One up front, one in back.
Together, they push out 647 horsepower. And 610 lb-ft of torque.
It’s all-wheel drive. It’s fast. It eliminates range anxiety by pretending to be an EV while carrying a tank of gasoline as insurance.
“The gas engine doesn’t drive any axles… it works as a range extender.”
What Happened to the Ramcharger Name?
They almost didn’t rename it.
The badge used to say Ramcharger. But then Ram cancelled the pure electric version of the 1500. Suddenly, calling the hybrid version a “charger” felt misleading, or maybe just lazy. So now it’s the 1500 REV. The logo even glows when the truck is charging, like it’s judging you for using an extension cord from your kitchen outlet.
It’s a plug-in hybrid. Clever? Sure. Traditional? No.
But the bones are familiar. Body-on-frame construction. Independent rear suspension with air springs. You can lower the truck to make stepping into the cab less of an Olympic event, or to load stuff into the bed without wrestling it through a sky-high portal.
The Specs That Matter (And Don’t)
Here is how the numbers break down:
- Engine : 3.6L V-6 (range extender) + 2 electric motors
- Transmission : Direct drive
- Horsepower : 647 combined
- Torque : 610 lb-ft
- Drivetrain : All-wheel drive
The complexity here is high. The V-6 feeds the generator, which feeds the battery, which feeds the motors. It’s a loop. A useful loop, apparently.
The interior? Luxurious. Ram has been doing this a while now, and the REV doesn’t skimp. You get diamond knurling on the accents. Suede headliner. Leather seats that heat, vent, and—get this—massage your tired back after a long drive.
There are screens everywhere. A standard 12.0-inch center touch screen, or an optional 14.5-inch one if you want digital real estate that dwarfs your laptop. A digital gauge cluster measures 12.3-inches.
Want a third screen? Sure. There’s a 10.3-inch display for the passenger.
“It mirrors phone screens or gaming devices… and is not visible to the driver.”
Because apparently, distractions are only a problem if they’re directed at the person holding the wheel. The driver gets Bluetooth, wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and up to a 23-speaker Klipsch audio system if you buy the top-shelf Tungsten trim. The standard model? Just six speakers. Sad, really.
Towing and Range
Let’s talk about what it can pull.
14,000 lbs. That’s the tow max. Payload is 2,625 lbs.
Is that enough? Maybe. If you’re pulling a small trailer or a boat, yes. If you need to haul half the Midwest’s corn crop, you’re looking at the heavy-duty Ram HD lineups, which can pull 23,000 lbs. But that’s a different beast entirely. This truck wants you to think about comfort as much as capacity.
Now, range.
This is where it gets interesting. Ram claims 145 miles on electric power alone. Pure EV mode. Silent. Clean. Then, when that battery dies, the gas engine wakes up.
Combined? You get up to 690 miles.
Do you understand the magnitude of that? That beats the Lucid Air Grand Touring—the longest-range EV on the road—by over 170 miles.
How? By burning gas. Of course.
The battery is massive for a PHEV. 69.7 kWh usable capacity. Most PHEVs laugh at that size. But compare it to full EVs, and it’s still tiny. Still, it’s big enough that if you plug in, a DC fast charger will fill it from 20% to 80% in roughly 45 minutes.
Not instant. But acceptable.
Safety, Warranty, and The Unspoken Question
Safety features are standard where it counts. Automated emergency braking. Lane keeping. Pedestrian detection. Adaptive cruise control costs extra. You should check NHTSA and IIHS for actual crash ratings, though. Specs don’t prevent head injuries.
The warranty? Ram plays nice.
- Basic : 3 years / 36,00 miles
- Powertrain : 10 years / 100,00 miles
- Hybrid Components : 8 years / 100, 00 miles
That powertrain coverage beats the Chevy, Ford, and Toyota. But there’s no complimentary maintenance. You still have to pay to oil change… wait. Do you need to oil change this truck?
The manual will say.
Price? Unknown. Trim levels range from Big Horn and Tradesman up to Tungsten and Limited. Photos suggest a steep climb in features as you move up the ladder.
The 2027 Rev isn’t a revolution. It’s a compromise wrapped in luxury. For the die-hard gas lovers who fear the range of EVs, and the EV lovers who hate waiting at charging stations, it exists.
Is it perfect?
No. But it’s a start.
We’ll have more details once we drive it. Until then, enjoy the massage function. It might be the best feature you’ll never understand why it costs extra.
