Ram 1500 MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Ram 1500 MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2013 to 2027.
1500 MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 165 configurations of the 1500 across gas, hybrid and diesel versions. Trucks come in a lot of engine and drivetrain combinations, so pick a year to narrow the list.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 2WDMild hybrid | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | View |
| 1500 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | View |
| 1500 4WDMild hybrid | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | View |
| 1500 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 18 | 24 | 20 | View |
| 1500 2WDMild hybridMidgrade Gasoline | 5.7L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | View |
| 1500 4WDMild hybridMidgrade Gasoline | 5.7L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 18 | View |
| 1500 HO 4WDPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | View |
| 1500 Warlock 4WDMild hybrid | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 17 | 18 | 17 | View |
| 1500 RHO 4WDPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 14 | 16 | 15 | View |
| 1500 4WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | AWD | 10 | 14 | 12 | View |
1500 MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every 1500 configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When 1500 Fuel Economy Changed
The 1500's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 2020: The top combined rating rises to 26 MPG, up from 23 MPG the year before.
- 2027: The first hybrid 1500 shows up in the EPA data, rated at up to 19 MPG combined.
How the 1500 Compares
The EPA rated 12 full-size pickups for 2026. The best 1500 version, at 22 MPG combined, ties for 6th with 1 other model of 12. Combined ratings in the class run from 19 to 25 MPG, with a median of 22. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chevrolet Silverado | 25 MPG |
| 1 | GMC Sierra | 25 MPG |
| 3 | Ford F150 | 24 MPG |
| 4 | Ford Ranger | 23 MPG |
| 4 | Toyota Tacoma | 23 MPG |
| 6 | Ram 1500 | 22 MPG |
What Does a 1500 Cost to Fuel?
Pick a 1500, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
1500 MPG Questions
Which 1500 year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2020 to 2022 1500 2WD holds the top EPA rating at 26 MPG combined (22 city, 32 highway). Among 2026 models, the 1500 2WD is rated at 22 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid 1500?
The 2020 to 2022 1500 2WD with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and rear-wheel drive is rated at 26 MPG combined (22 city, 32 highway).
Is there still a gas-only 1500?
Yes. The 2026 1500 lineup includes 10 gas-only versions, rated 12 to 22 MPG combined.
Does four-wheel drive hurt 1500 fuel economy?
A little. On the 2027 1500, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 22 MPG combined and the best four-wheel drive version at 21 MPG.
Why doesn't my 1500 match the EPA numbers?
EPA tests assume about 300 pounds of passengers and cargo, flat roads and no trailer, and four-wheel-drive trucks are tested in two-wheel drive. Towing, hauling, hills, idling, speed, cold weather and tire pressure all pull real-world numbers down. Use the ratings to compare one truck with another, and track your own with the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 165 ratings for the Ram 1500 from 2013 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov