Trims and output
The V8 is offered on the Rebel, Limited and Limited Night Edition trims. It uses eTorque mild-hybrid assistance and produces 395hp and 556Nm, according to UAE launch coverage.
RAM has described the V8 return as a first step in a wider regional plan. Tbreak reports that the RAM 1500 TRX SRT and Rumble Bee are planned for the Middle East in 2027, though no dates or prices have been given.
Pricing is unclear
Published figures conflict. One UAE site says the 2026 RAM 1500 range starts from AED 199,900, another cites roughly AED 300,000 for the V8, and Tbreak says UAE pricing for the V8 versions has not been announced. Buyers should confirm figures with Al-Futtaim showrooms.
What This Means for UAE Drivers
The return shows that regional demand for large V8 trucks has influenced product planning. Owners of V8 trucks should expect higher fuel costs, particularly after October's petrol price rise. Businesses that use pickups for work should compare running costs of V6 and V8 versions before choosing.
Key Facts
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Al-Futtaim confirmed the 5.7L HEMI V8 returns to the UAE RAM 1500.
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Available on Rebel, Limited and Limited Night Edition trims.
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395hp and 556Nm with eTorque mild-hybrid assistance.
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RAM 1500 TRX SRT and Rumble Bee planned for the Middle East in 2027, no dates or prices announced.
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UAE pricing for V8 versions is not officially confirmed.
Sources
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DubiCars, "The V8 Is Back! RAM 1500 Gets The Legendary HEMI V8 In The UAE," October 2026
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Tbreak, "Ram 1500 HEMI V8 Middle East 2026," 2026
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Zigwheels UAE, "RAM 1500 HEMI V8 Returns to the UAE," 2026
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