Ram RHO vs TRX: how they compare
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The Ram 1500 RHO uses a 540 hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter six and started at $69,995 for 2025. The TRX uses a supercharged 6.2-liter V8: 702 hp in 2021–2024 trucks and 777 hp in the 2027 TRX SRT, which starts at $99,995. Ram claims 0–60 mph in 4.6, 4.5 and 3.5 seconds respectively.[3][4][6]
Ram RHO vs TRX price
Manufacturer-published MSRPs, checked November 2026.
| Model / package | Model year | Base MSRP | Destination | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ram 1500 RHO | 2025 | $69,995[4] | $1,995 | Launch starting MSRP excluding destination; a Ram-published 2026 RHO price was not found. |
| 2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT | 2027 | $99,995[6] | $2,795 | Starting MSRP excluding destination. |
| 2024 Ram 1500 TRX Final Edition | 2024 | $117,625[3] | $1,995 | Final Edition starting price excluding destination; Ram's 2024 base TRX price was not found. |
| 2021 Ram 1500 TRX | 2021 | $69,995[1] | $1,695 | Launch base MSRP excluding destination. |
All prices are Ram-published MSRPs excluding destination, from different model years; dealer prices can differ.
Ram RHO vs TRX specs
Manufacturer figures unless noted. A dash means the figure is not published by a source we could verify.
| Spec | Ram 1500 TRX (2021–2024) | Ram 1500 RHO (2025) | Ram 1500 TRX SRT (2027) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine[3][4][6] | Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 | Twin-turbo 3.0L Hurricane High Output I6 | Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 |
| Horsepower[3][4][6] | 702 hp | 540 hp | 777 hp |
| Torque[3][4][6] | 650 lb-ft | 521 lb-ft | 680 lb-ft |
| Transmission[2][4][5] | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| 0-60 mph (Ram claim)[3][4][6] | 4.5 sec | 4.6 sec | 3.5 sec |
| Top speed (Ram claim)[3][4][6] | 118 mph | 118 mph | 118 mph |
| Towing (max)[2][4] | 8,100 lb (2021 release) | 8,380 lb | — |
| Payload (max)[2][4] | 1,310 lb (2021 release) | 1,520 lb | — |
| Tires[2][4][6] | 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory All-Terrain 325/65R18 | 35-inch | 35-inch |
| Shocks[2][4][5][6] | 2.6-inch Bilstein adaptive performance shocks | Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks | Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks (second generation) |
| Wheel travel[2][4][6] | More than 13 in front and rear | Up to 14 in rear axle travel | Up to 14 in rear axle travel |
| Ground clearance[2][4][6] | 11.8 in | 11.8 in | 11.8 in |
| Water fording[2][4] | 32 in | 32 in | — |
| EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)[8][9][10] | 10 / 14 / 12 | 14 / 16 / 15 | — |
| Starting MSRP (excl. destination)[1][4][6] | $69,995 (2021 launch) | $69,995 (2025 launch) | $99,995 |
Key differences
Engine is the main split. The RHO uses a twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight-six rated at 540 hp and 521 lb-ft. The TRX uses a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8: 702 hp and 650 lb-ft in 2021–2024 trucks, and 777 hp and 680 lb-ft in the 2027 TRX SRT.
Ram's acceleration claims follow the power figures: 4.6 seconds to 60 mph for the RHO, 4.5 seconds for the first TRX and 3.5 seconds for the 2027 TRX SRT. Ram quotes a 118 mph top speed for all three.
The hardware is closer than the engines. All three ride on 35-inch tires with 11.8 inches of ground clearance and adaptive Bilstein shocks, and the RHO and 2027 TRX SRT both list up to 14 inches of rear axle travel. On Ram's published ratings the RHO tows more (8,380 lb vs 8,100 lb) and carries more (1,520 lb vs 1,310 lb) than the 2021 TRX.
Fuel use differs clearly. The EPA rates the RHO at 15 mpg combined and the 2021–2024 TRX at 12 mpg combined, both on premium fuel.[2][3][4][6][9][10]
Which to buy
If price and running costs matter most, the RHO's figures favor it: it launched at $69,995 against $99,995 for the 2027 TRX SRT, and its EPA combined rating is 3 mpg better than the first TRX's. It also has higher published towing and payload ratings than the 2021 TRX.
If the goal is the most power and the quickest Ram claims, the 2027 TRX SRT leads at 777 hp and 3.5 seconds to 60 mph. A used 2021–2024 TRX sits between them on power and offers V8 performance, so check its recall status, condition and how it was used off-road.[2][3][4][6][9][10]
Ram RHO vs TRX generations & model years
| Generation | Model years | What changed |
|---|---|---|
| DT TRX (first generation) | 2021–2024 | Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 rated at 702 hp and 650 lb-ft; production ended at the end of 2023 with the 2024 Final Edition.[3] |
| DT RHO | 2025– | Twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane High Output six rated at 540 hp and 521 lb-ft, introduced in April 2024 as a 2025 model.[4] |
| Ram 1500 TRX SRT | 2027– | Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 rated at 777 hp and 680 lb-ft; orders opened June 22, 2026 and shipping began July 1, 2026.[6][7] |
Ram RHO vs TRX known issues & recalls
NHTSA's recall data lists recalls by model, not trim, so these are Ram 1500 campaigns whose model years overlap each truck: 2021–2024 for the first TRX and 2025–2026 for the RHO. Themes include stability control and instrument panel software, rearview camera faults, a trailer tow module and seat belt anchors. Check a specific truck's VIN with Ram or NHTSA to see which campaigns apply.
| Campaign | Date | Model years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V653000 | 2024-09-05 | 2019, 2021–2024 Ram 1500 | Electronic stability control | A software fault in the anti-lock brake control module can switch off electronic stability control; dealers update the ABS module software.[11] |
| 22V904000 | 2022-12-08 | 2019–2022 Ram 1500 (also 2500/3500) | Structure (tailgate) | Misaligned tailgate strikers can keep the tailgate from latching, so it could open while driving; dealers inspect and adjust the strikers.[11] |
| 24V199000 | 2024-03-14 | 2023–2024 Ram 1500 (plus other Stellantis models) | Air bags | A poorly welded steering column control module can keep the driver's air bag from deploying; dealers inspect and replace the module.[11] |
| 23V059000 | 2023-02-09 | 2021–2023 Ram 1500 (and 2023 Ram 2500) | Rearview camera | The trailer reverse steering control module can stop the rearview image from showing; dealers update its software.[11] |
| 26V495000 | 2026-07-30 | 2019–2026 Ram 1500 | Seat belts | Second-row center and left seat belt buckle anchors may not have been attached correctly; dealers inspect and secure them to the body.[11] |
| 24V794000 | 2024-10-24 | 2025 Ram 1500 | Electronic stability control | Damaged front wheel hub encoder rings can disable electronic stability control; dealers inspect and replace the front hub bearing assembly as needed.[11] |
| 26V059000 | 2026-02-02 | 2025–2026 Ram 1500 (plus other Ram and Jeep models) | Electrical (trailer tow module) | A trailer tow module design fault can leave trailer lights and trailer brakes inoperative; dealers replace the module.[11] |
| 25V826000 | 2025-12-01 | 2025–2026 Ram 1500 (plus Heavy Duty models) | Electrical (instrument panel) | A software error can leave the instrument cluster display blank; dealers update the software or replace the cluster.[11] |
| 26V560000 | 2026-09-01 | 2025–2026 Ram 1500 | Rearview camera | A radio software error can stop the rearview camera image from displaying; the fix is a software update over the air or at a dealer.[11] |
Full problem history with symptoms and pre-purchase checks: Ram 1500 known issues. Check any specific vehicle for open recalls by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What buyers actually paid
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ram RHO faster than the TRX?
No. Ram claims 4.6 seconds to 60 mph for the RHO, 4.5 seconds for the 2021–2024 TRX and 3.5 seconds for the 2027 TRX SRT.
Which has more horsepower, RHO or TRX?
The TRX. The RHO makes 540 hp, the 2021–2024 TRX 702 hp and the 2027 TRX SRT 777 hp.
Can the RHO tow more than the TRX?
Based on Ram's published figures, yes: 8,380 pounds for the 2025 RHO versus 8,100 pounds for the 2021 TRX. Ram did not list a towing figure in the 2027 TRX SRT releases checked.
Which gets better gas mileage?
The RHO. The EPA rates it at 15 mpg combined, versus 12 mpg combined for the 2021–2024 TRX.
How much more does the TRX cost than the RHO?
The 2027 TRX SRT starts at $99,995 and the 2025 RHO launched at $69,995, both before destination, a $30,000 gap between those published prices.
Did the RHO replace the TRX?
The RHO arrived for 2025 after the first TRX ended production at the end of 2023, but Ram has since brought the TRX back for 2027, so both are now in the lineup.
Sources
Every figure on this page is footnoted to one of these sources. Secondary references are used only to corroborate manufacturer figures.
- Orders for All-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX and TRX Launch Edition to Open; Pricing Announced (Aug. 17, 2020) — Stellantis North America Media
- 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Engineered to Handle the Most Punishing Conditions With Extreme Capability and to Outperform Every Other Truck (Aug. 17, 2020) — Stellantis North America Media
- Last Call: 2024 Ram 1500 TRX 6.2L Supercharged V8 - Final Edition (Aug. 30, 2023) — Stellantis North America Media
- All-new 2025 Ram 1500 RHO Offers Best Value, Fortifies Industry's Leading Light-duty Lineup (Apr. 25, 2024) — Stellantis Media
- RAM TRX: Regresa la pick-up naftera más rápida y potente del mundo (Jan. 14, 2026) — Stellantis Media (Argentina)
- Ram Announces Orders Now Open for 2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT (June 22, 2026) — Stellantis North America Media
- Cue the Fireworks: 2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT Is Now Shipping to Customers (July 1, 2026) — Stellantis North America Media
- 2021 Ram 1500 TRX 4WD (vehicle 43416) — fueleconomy.gov
- 2024 Ram 1500 TRX 4WD (vehicle 46855) — fueleconomy.gov
- 2025 Ram 1500 RHO 4WD (vehicle 47946) — fueleconomy.gov
- Recalls Data (dataset 6axg-epim): Ram 1500 recalls reported since June 2020 — NHTSA via data.transportation.gov
Independent reference compiled by CarWhere — not affiliated with or endorsed by FCA US LLC / Stellantis. Ram, TRX, RHO, HEMI and Hurricane are trademarks of their owner.