2026 Ram 1500 Limited: Methuen Buyers Guide

Quick Answer: 2026 Ram 1500 Limited

The 2026 Ram 1500 Limited starts at $76,405 MSRP before the $2,795 destination charge and is the luxury flagship of the standard-theme lineup, with four-wheel drive standard, premium leather and a full technology suite. The 5.7L HEMI V8 is available at no extra cost on the Limited, and Car and Driver recorded 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds in a 540-hp Limited 4×4 Crew Cab. Methuen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram can show you Limited trucks and compare them with the Longhorn and Tungsten.

Gray 2026 Ram 1500 Limited 4x4 Crew Cab driving down a tree-lined country road
The 2026 Ram 1500 Limited 4×4 Crew Cab. Photo: Ram Trucks.

Where luxury and capability meet

The Limited is the truck for people who tow a trailer on Saturday and take clients to dinner on Monday. It does not pretend to be a work truck, and it does not give up the usefulness of one. The cabin is trimmed in premium leather, the screen is large, the seats are comfortable on a two-hour drive and the Crew Cab body leaves plenty of room in back. Four-wheel drive comes standard, which suits the Merrimack Valley’s mix of dry highway miles and slick February mornings.

It is also the first trim where Ram lets you have the HEMI without paying for it. On most other trims the V8 is an added-cost option, but on the Limited it is offered at no extra charge, a detail worth knowing if you like its sound and character.

Steering wheel, digital cluster and burgundy leather seats in a 2026 Ram 1500 Limited cabin
Inside the 2026 Ram 1500 Limited. Photo: Ram Trucks.

Choosing the engine

You have a real decision to make with the Limited. The HEMI gives you 395 hp and 410 lb-ft with the traditional V8 sound, and it runs on midgrade fuel. The High-Output Hurricane brings 540 hp and 521 lb-ft, and the Car and Driver test truck reached 60 mph in 4.2 seconds with it, though it prefers premium gas and returns EPA numbers in the range of 15 city, 21 highway and 17 combined for a four-wheel-drive truck. The V8 returns roughly 16, 20 and 18. Neither choice is wrong. The Hurricane is quicker and smoother, while the HEMI is the one for buyers who feel a V8 is part of the point.

Whichever engine you choose, Ram’s maximum towing of 11,610 lb is a configuration-specific figure. Ask the store to confirm the tow and payload ratings on the exact Limited you are considering, since the High-Output truck’s numbers can differ from a HEMI’s.

What the interior is like

Expect a large touchscreen running Uconnect 5 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital instrument cluster and a wide selection of driver-assist features. Ram says the 1500 line offers more than 100 standard and available safety and security features, though the exact list depends on the package. Ram also offers an available 14.5-inch screen, which is the biggest in its class according to the manufacturer. Details like the available power-opening tailgate and heated and ventilated seating are worth asking about when you compare window stickers.

Limited, Longhorn or Tungsten?

The Limited Longhorn costs $795 more and trades the Limited’s modern look for a western-inspired design with saddle-style leather and wood accents. The Tungsten sits at the top with the High-Output engine as standard and an even more extravagant cabin. And if the Limited is more truck than you need, the Laramie is the step down with leather-trimmed seating at a lower price.

What a Methuen buyer says

Doug I. wrote about his experience buying a new 1500 at the store: “Just purchased a new 1500. The team strived to meet my requirements throughout the entire process.” That review is several years old and not trim-specific, but the idea is the same one buyers in this price range care about, which is whether the dealership listens to what they actually want.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Ram 1500 Limited?

The Limited starts at $76,405 MSRP, excluding the $2,795 destination charge, taxes, title and registration. At the 6.25% Massachusetts sales tax rate, a truck priced at MSRP adds about $4,775 in tax; the pricing guide goes through the numbers.

Is the HEMI free on the Limited?

Ram offers the 5.7L HEMI V8 on the Limited at no extra cost, and the same applies to the Limited Longhorn. On most other trims it is an added-cost option.

Does the Limited come with four-wheel drive?

Yes, four-wheel drive is standard on the Limited, along with a Crew Cab body.

How fast is the Ram 1500 Limited?

Car and Driver measured 4.2 seconds from 0 to 60 mph in a 540-hp Limited 4×4 Crew Cab. A HEMI-equipped truck will be a little slower but still quick.

What is the difference between the Limited and the Tungsten?

The Tungsten starts at $88,800 and includes the High-Output Hurricane as standard, 24-way power front seats with massage, a 23-speaker Klipsch audio system and the most digital display area Ram offers. The Limited gives you most of the luxury at a lower price.

Where can I find a Limited near Methuen?

Search the new Ram 1500 inventory or visit Methuen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram at 175 Pelham Street.

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MSRP excludes the $2,795 destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Towing and payload figures are maximums when properly equipped. Performance figures come from published third-party testing; fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates. Confirm current equipment and pricing with Methuen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. The customer quote is an excerpt from a public Google review of the Methuen store.