The 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI V8 is returning to the Middle East in the Rebel and Limited. The engine produces 395 horsepower and 556Nm of torque, with the regional launch announced in Dubai on 17 September.
2026 Ram 1500 HEMI V8 specs
The V8-powered trucks use an eight-speed automatic transmission and can tow up to 5,266kg, with a maximum payload of 748kg and a 125-litre fuel tank. Ram also lists variable camshaft timing and cylinder deactivation among the engine’s fuel-saving systems.
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque | Towing capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Rebel | 5.7-litre HEMI V8 | 395 hp | 556 Nm | Up to 5,266kg |
| Ram 1500 Limited | 5.7-litre HEMI V8 | 395 hp | 556 Nm | Up to 5,266kg |
J.D. Power lists the same 395-horsepower output for the 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel’s HEMI option, while the UAE-market figures and equipment will depend on the regional configuration.
What comes with the Rebel and Limited
The Rebel gets off-road equipment including Bilstein performance shocks, skid plates and an electronic locking rear differential. It also has an available G/T Performance Exhaust, RamBox storage and a 360-degree Surround View Camera. The Limited combines the V8 with quilted leather seats, massage functions, a 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 screen and 22-inch wheels.
Ram says the G/T exhaust is standard with the HEMI V8, giving both trims a louder factory soundtrack. The brand has not announced UAE pricing for these specific V8 versions. For comparison, Zigwheels lists the current UAE Ram 1500 Rebel at AED 279,900 and Limited at AED 324,900, but those listings show six-cylinder engines and are not confirmed HEMI prices.
Yousef Bouhaddioui, regional brand director for American and Italian brands at Stellantis Middle East, said:
“In the Middle East, the connection to the HEMI V8, its unmistakable sound, power and character, continues to resonate strongly with customers.”
Yousef Bouhaddioui, regional brand director for American and Italian brands, Stellantis Middle East
Ram says the V8 return is the first step in a wider regional plan. The Ram 1500 TRX SRT and Ram 1500 Rumble Bee are planned for the Middle East in 2027, although the release does not give exact launch dates or pricing.
Has Ram announced UAE pricing for the HEMI V8 models?
No. Ram has announced the regional launch, but UAE pricing for the HEMI V8-powered Rebel and Limited has not been published. Existing online listings are not confirmation of the new V8 prices.
What Ram V8 models are planned for the Middle East in 2027?
Ram says the Ram 1500 TRX SRT and Ram 1500 Rumble Bee are planned for the region in 2027. Exact launch dates, specifications and prices have not been announced.
Which Ram 1500 trims get the returning HEMI V8?
The Middle East launch covers the Ram 1500 Rebel and Ram 1500 Limited. The release does not say whether the engine will be offered on other regional trims.
