Used RAM 1500 for Sale nearSt Stephen, NB

How much does the RAM 1500 cost in today's market?

Used RAM 1500 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The RAM 1500's current nationwide average price is $37,986 CAD, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $37,714 CAD over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the RAM 1500 a good car?

Yes — the RAM 1500 is a strong choice if you want a full-size pickup that puts comfort, refinement, and everyday usability at the centre of the experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the RAM 1500 for its smooth ride, upscale interior, and spacious cabin. Many also highlight its strong performance and useful technology, especially in higher-spec versions.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs tend to centre on advanced safety equipment being reserved for higher trims or packages, along with pricing that can climb quickly on well-equipped versions. 31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are RAM 1500 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the RAM 1500 for its comfortable ride, roomy cabin, and premium-feeling interior. Across the model years, feedback also points to strong performance and useful technology as recurring strengths.

• Owners rate the RAM 1500 between 3.9 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and focusing on well-maintained examples with the equipment you want.

What should I look for when buying a used RAM 1500?

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lane keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, and rear cross traffic alert.
• Infotainment: Ram’s Uconnect 5 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Which RAM 1500 trim should I buy?

The 2026 RAM 1500 offers these trims:

• Tradesman: The entry trim brings a 3.6-litre V6, Uconnect 5, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard safety tech; it suits buyers who want the most affordable path into the lineup.
• Big Horn: Adds more style and equipment than Tradesman, including a more polished cabin presentation and a stronger value balance for many shoppers.
• Sport: Brings a more distinctive appearance and a sportier overall look for buyers who want extra visual presence.
• Rebel: Adds off-road-ready hardware and a black grille treatment, making it the pick for buyers who want a more rugged character.
• Laramie: Adds leather, a smart two-tone interior option, and a more upscale feel; this is the best-value trim for many buyers who want luxury without going all the way to the top.
• Limited: Adds open-pore wood trim and a premium cabin atmosphere, along with high-end audio availability.
• Longhorn: Adds open-pore wood trim and a distinctive upscale look with a more traditional luxury-truck feel.
• Tungsten: Adds the most luxurious cabin treatment, including high-end leather surfaces, a unique grille, and the most premium audio system in the lineup.

What RAM 1500 do most buyers choose?

The RAM 1500 years with the most listings are 2022, 2023, and 2021.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a wider selection of trims, prices, and equipment levels. They also make it easier to compare listings and find a truck that matches your budget and feature priorities.

What is the RAM 1500's resale value?

Most model years in the table show double-digit price declines, which is good news if you are shopping used and want stronger value. The newer years also show meaningful drops, so recent-model buyers can find more room in the budget than they could a year ago. The smallest changes are still declines, but they are less severe than the biggest drops shown here.

The 2014, 2022, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the RAM 1500 safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 8/10
• 2023: 6/10
• 2022: 6/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2015: 8/10

Lane keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, and rear cross traffic alert come standard in all 2026 Ram 1500 trucks.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used RAM 1500 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.51% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.9%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 31.6% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $40,262 CAD. The RAM 1500 offers a smooth ride, a roomy cabin, and a refined overall feel that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base engine for the 2026 Ram 1500 remains a 3.6-litre V6 with an eTorque mild hybrid system that produces 305 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque, while the standard-output 3.0-litre Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six delivers 420 hp and 469 lb-ft.
• Tech: Ram’s Uconnect 5 infotainment system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a 10.25-inch passenger screen, and a wireless charging pad that can charge two devices at the same time.
• Safety: The latest model adds Evasive Steer Assist, Intersection Collision Warning, and traffic sign recognition on the Tungsten grade, with some of those features available on other models through option packages.
• Starting price: The 2026 Ram 1500 starts at $55,790 CAD in Canada.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2022 RAM 1500 compare to the 2022 Ford F-150?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.