2019-2024 Ram 1500: 5.7L HEMI V8 vs 3.6L Pentastar V6 Comparison | Truck Central

2025 Ram 1500 - Ram has just announced that they're replacing the 5.7L Hemi V8 with a 6 cylinder. There has never been a better time to talk about why the HEMI is such a great engine.
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[TruckCentral]

*What do you think: Did Ram make a big mistake getting rid of the Hemi V8 engine option? Or are you ready to buy the new Hurricane 6 cylinder?*

[michaelperry]

I’d go for the pentastar only because it doesn’t have a afm valvetrain also the 3.6 seems like a really reliable motor

[raypeto]

I had two 5.7 Hemis, and one 6.4 Hemi. All great motors, but I now have a 3.6 1500 and am very happy with it. Fuel economy is wayyyy better than the 6.4 2500 I came out of, and the V6 engines are known to be 300k mile motors, pretty darn reliable! The V6 will move, but you gotta get the RPMs up, the Pentastar likes to scream to make power.

[jaylee]

Dude I own the V6 and I have no problem blowing other people off the road when merging. Have you owned one? It don't tow shit but I absolutely drive mine just like the hemi in traffic. And yes, I've owned two hemi's and now I have the v6. The only drawback I have had is climbing in the engine bay to change the oil filter.

[kuhndog-]

I absolutely think getting rid of the hemi is bad news. I mean both other domestic competitors still have v8s. I will not even be interested in a new ram now. The hemi is iconic and maybe could have used an update or two in other folks eyes. Personally I think the 5.7 from 09 to now is the perfect balance of power, economy, and driveability. The I6 seems to have a lot of power but after seeing videos of the grand wagoneer, it's all tmid to top end. Not what I buy a truck for. Plus with all the complicated probably over thought coolant lines and such with a twin turbo engine I see poor reliability in the future. Real world gas mileage in the wagoneer seems to be equal to or less than the 5.7. Hell the 6.4 grand wagoneer gets better fuel economy. My trucks will always have a v8.

[jamesshenay]

I currently own a 2019 RAM Big Horn 5.7 Crew cab. This is my third ram hemi truck since 2003. I love these trucks, put a few tasteful mods on; exhaust, cold air intake and you can grab a lot of attention on the road. RAM will kill itself by doing away with the hemi.

[joeldude]

I love the idea of an I6 turbo charged engine. I've owned rams for the past 10 years but decided to try out the f150 with the 3.5 ecoboost. Tons of power with great fuel mileage but I must say, I miss the sound of a v8.

[banginsteel]

I have a 2022 Ram 1500 with the 3.6 v6. Last summer, I did a 416 mile round trip. All hiway, all at 70 mph. Fill back up at same pump. Hand calc to 23.1 and 18 gallons. Lieometer said 22.5. I like the truck, quiet and smooth, but I don't tow much either.

[ila]

I drove a Challenger R/T with a Hemi 5.7 for almost a decade. Just recently got my RAM 1500 with a Hemi 5.7. Even though the engine dynamics are the same, there is a substantial difference in how it behaves, and that is because it is no longer powering a 5, 500 lbs coupe but instead it powers a 7, 000 lbs truck. The extra weight and difference in aerodynamics makes it feel completely different, it almost feels underpowered compared to my experience on the Challenger, and the "Eco" mode while useful on the Challenger is about useless on the RAM. Prior to buying the RAM, I did a test drive on the Ecodiesel 3.0, and there was no such feeling. The Hemi felt more responsive at higher RPMs, while the diesel felt more comfortable at lower RPMs. Ultimately, the main difference in torque at lower RPMs is what made me feel that difference. If the electric assisted engines cover that gap, great, if not, I couldn't care less if it has 700 HP and 700 lbs of torque at 6, 000 RPM. If it has 150 HP and 150 lbs of torque at 2500 RPM that is where I'll feel that the engine is underpowered for the task at hand. Before someone throws a shoe at me, these are my personal thoughts and everyone is entitled to a different experience. Thanks for the video.

[Lane-jqed]

Taking the choice away from loyal buyers is a HUGE mistake! They will lose customers

[ckabe]

That’s a shame getting rid of the hemi 5.7 v8, october 22, i bought my first ever hemi ram 1500 quad cab 2019 with 8600 miles, and after 13 months it has just a tad bit over 94k miles and runs like a champ! I drive in west texas delivering parts to paint and body shops along with mechanic shops and tow roughly 3-6k pounds every few days sometimes less and sometimes more lol, I was looking to upgrade to the 6.4L v8 2500 ram in a couple of years, seems like that’s the only v8 option left after next year, ram will probably lose a lot of loyal v8 hemi fans, but i do love the sound it makes when i need it!

[selfcarefordudes]

Maybe they’re doing this to sell all of the current Hemis on the lots, sell the V6s and then come back with a new Hemi in a few years and everyone goes nuts again.

Either way, I love our Ram trucks 💪

[Holler_Rat]

Inline 6 engines are the best engine design out there. I look forward to it!

[tonysteele]

I'm not sure how their particular new motor will be, but inline 6 turbo has been proven to be one of the absolute best possible platforms ever. Easy maintenance, great physics, tons of power potential, possible fuel savings.

[TheNewenglandboys]

Great video! I’ll never go for an EV. I can’t believe they’re getting rid of the Great Hemi! I won’t be going with the new 6cyl. I’ll have to either go with GM or Ford. Too bad, I really like my Ram.

[jimkinner]

I bought a 3.6. I like it so far. Better on gas and It was cheaper to purchase. They were much more willing to deal on Pentastar Rams. It's great with a few hundred lbs. load, or just A to B driving. Plenty of acceleration and power. It does tow my 3500 lb boat adequately, but it really hits some high rpm in tow/haul. It doesn't sound as cool as the Hemi, but with uphill towing and exhaust sound the only negatives, I like it after one year.

[kurtfirestone]

Overall in general the V6 is more reliable than the Hemi

[Cherokeelion]

Ive got a 2020 supercharged Ram 5.7, its awake now and in 5 years it will be in more demand than the 6s

[davewoodmancy]

I've had everything from a 95 with a V6 to a 99 with a 360 and an 03 with a 4.7 and my current truck is in 08 with the Hemi. Current truck is by far the most powerful and doesn't get any worse gas mileage than any of the other trucks I think if you have more power it doesn't have to work as hard and we'll get better mileage in the long run

[jimlove]

Mr. Wheeler, good to see you sir. It’ll be interesting to see the Ram with the SST HO. According to the numbers, the high output version will supposedly have 540 hp, 521 lb-ft torque, max towing 10, 740 and max payload of 1, 370. That’s 145 more hp and 111 torque. But it won’t sound like the 5.7. And as I understand, the Hurricane and HO Hurricane won’t have etorque which makes a much smoother ride from a stop to start. I guess we’ll find out soon enough. Take care my friend.