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Update (February 13, 2026): A previous version of this story stated that only Canada receives V8 options for the Tradesman and Express trims of the Ram 1500. Stellantis has since reached out to Autoblog and mentioned that the Hemi V8 is available in all trims of the Ram 1500, but only for Crew Cab body styles with the 5’7” bed. The main difference between the Canadian and U.S. market models is the Sport trim, which is exclusive to Canada.The article has been edited to reflect this new information.
Answered PrayersA Ram without a Hemi V8 option feels a little odd, doesn't it? Well, enough people had the same sentiments to the point that the company brought it back for the 2026 model year. Thank heavens a manufacturer listened to customer feedback.
That move has since rewarded Ram big time. The Hemi has been a hugely popular choice for full-size truck buyers despite the Hurricane's inline-six making more power. When Ram offered V8 power again, buyers lined up, and the company couldn't build them fast enough.
Stellantis
Meanwhile in Canada
Stellantis is prepping a massive booth over at Canada for the upcoming, er, Canadian International Motor Show. For the most part, it will feature debuts of cars already revealed in the U.S. Highlights include the Ram 1500 SRT TRX, the facelifted Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV.
But buried somewhere in the press release was an announcement that might make U.S. customers jealous. While the Hemi V8 is also offered up north, Ram has a special trim just for that market.
The More V8s, the Merrier
Okay, Canada has just one more trim available with a V8 over the American market, but more is more, nonetheless. Exclusive to the Canadian market is the Ram Sport, and while it comes standard with the Hurricane inline-six turbo, the Hemi V8 is also available for that model.
Figures are unchanged when it crossed the border, though. That means the mild-hybrid Hemi still makes 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. As for the rest of the truck, it gets color-keyed exterior trims, black alloy wheels, surround view cameras, and heated front seats. In Canada, the Sport slots between the Warlock and the Rebel.
Could the U.S Get It Soon?
If you ask us, it seems highly unlikely. That said, there's no official word on that yet, but it will depend on demand. Ram looks quite proud of the fact that it's only for Canada, and we're genuinely curious if Sport is doing well enough up north to merit being sold in more markets.
At the end of the day, the automotive business is exactly that — a business. It has to make financial sense first before plans go ahead. But given that Ram has underestimated the demand for Hemis in the 1500s, an additional trim might do it favors. We're still not getting a 6.4 Hemi single-cab truck, though.
Stellantis
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By Update (February 13, 2026): A previous version of this story stated that only Canada receives V8 options for the Tradesman and Express trims of the Ram 1500. Stellantis has since reached out to Autoblog and mentioned that the Hemi V8 is available in all trims of the Ram 1500, but only for Crew Cab body styles with the 5’7” bed. The main difference between the Canadian and U.S. market models is the Sport trim, which is exclusive to Canada.The article has been edited to reflect this new information.
Answered PrayersA Ram without a Hemi V8 option feels a little odd, doesn't it? Well, enough people had the same sentiments to the point that the company brought it back for the 2026 model year. Thank heavens a manufacturer listened to customer feedback.
That move has since rewarded Ram big time. The Hemi has been a hugely popular choice for full-size truck buyers despite the Hurricane's inline-six making more power. When Ram offered V8 power again, buyers lined up, and the company couldn't build them fast enough.
Stellantis
Meanwhile in Canada
Stellantis is prepping a massive booth over at Canada for the upcoming, er, Canadian International Motor Show. For the most part, it will feature debuts of cars already revealed in the U.S. Highlights include the Ram 1500 SRT TRX, the facelifted Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV.
But buried somewhere in the press release was an announcement that might make U.S. customers jealous. While the Hemi V8 is also offered up north, Ram has a special trim just for that market.
The More V8s, the Merrier
Okay, Canada has just one more trim available with a V8 over the American market, but more is more, nonetheless. Exclusive to the Canadian market is the Ram Sport, and while it comes standard with the Hurricane inline-six turbo, the Hemi V8 is also available for that model.
Figures are unchanged when it crossed the border, though. That means the mild-hybrid Hemi still makes 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. As for the rest of the truck, it gets color-keyed exterior trims, black alloy wheels, surround view cameras, and heated front seats. In Canada, the Sport slots between the Warlock and the Rebel.
Could the U.S Get It Soon?
If you ask us, it seems highly unlikely. That said, there's no official word on that yet, but it will depend on demand. Ram looks quite proud of the fact that it's only for Canada, and we're genuinely curious if Sport is doing well enough up north to merit being sold in more markets.
At the end of the day, the automotive business is exactly that — a business. It has to make financial sense first before plans go ahead. But given that Ram has underestimated the demand for Hemis in the 1500s, an additional trim might do it favors. We're still not getting a 6.4 Hemi single-cab truck, though.
Stellantis