Stellantis N.V. has announced the return of the Ram 1500 SRT TRX for the 2027 model year, with the first vehicles slated for delivery in the second half of 2026. The new TRX will be powered by a supercharged 6.2‑liter HEMI V‑8 that delivers 777 horsepower and 680 foot‑pounds of torque, a 75‑horsepower increase over the 2023 model and a 30‑lb‑ft lift in torque. The truck is positioned as the fastest and most powerful production gas pickup in the world, with a 0‑60 mph time of 3.5 seconds.
The launch reflects CEO Antonio Filosa’s strategy to revive iconic performance models and strengthen U.S. sales. Filosa has emphasized a return to traditional powertrains, including V‑8 engines, while also expanding hybrid options. The TRX’s return is intended as a halo vehicle that will generate brand attention and lift sales of other Ram models, fitting into Stellantis’ broader product offensive across multiple energy types.
From a business perspective, the TRX is a high‑margin, high‑visibility product that will help Stellantis compete directly with Ford’s F‑150 Raptor R. The truck’s performance credentials are expected to boost brand perception and create a “halo effect” that drives demand for the broader Ram lineup. The launch also signals confidence in the U.S. market, where Stellantis has recently reported a revenue beat in Q3 2025 and has suspended its 2025 guidance due to tariff uncertainty, but remains focused on growth through flagship products.
Antonio Filosa said the company believes “hybrid is going to be one of the favorite powertrains in the US” and highlighted the return of large combustion engines as part of the U.S. recovery strategy. Tim Kuniskis, head of American Brands, added that the TRX’s return marks the first time since 2006 that a Ram pickup has worn an SRT badge, underscoring the brand’s renewed focus on performance.
The announcement has been received positively by industry observers, who view the TRX’s return as a key move to strengthen Ram’s competitive position and enhance its brand equity in the high‑performance truck segment.
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