2021 RAM 1500 TRX

TRX buyers can choose an optional full-length rock rail for added body/sill protection or traditional off-road powder-coated aluminum running boards. Optional body-side and hood graphics are available as a pair or separately.

Ram TRX features new box outers made of steel and are wider than that of a traditional Ram 1500. A bed-mounted spare tire carrier is available in addition to the standard full-size spare tire that sits underneath the bed, between the rear axle and trailer hitch. Premium LED taillamps are standard on TRX and the bezels allow for the Blind-spot Monitoring function to see around the extended box outers.

Closing out the rear of the truck, a large R-A-M badge, similar to that seen on Rebel, stretches across the tailgate. Center identification marker lights, like what is seen on Ram Heavy Duty models, are tucked between the tailgate and rear bumper.

The new aesthetic is taken to even higher levels of visual impact with oversized tow hooks, found at the front and rear of the truck, and integrated 5-inch dual exhaust ports driving the functional performance objective home.

High-performance-inspired interior with authentic premium materials

The 2021 Ram TRX combines all-new features, technology and authentic premium materials with extreme performance, class-leading quality, comfort and durability. The interior design team chose premium textures, colors and material, including available hand-wrapped leather instrument panels for unexpected luxury throughout.

The all-new 2021 Ram TRX features three interior options, including premium cloth and vinyl, premium wrapped leather and suede, or premium wrapped leather and suede with available red and carbon fiber accents. Based on the Rebel layout, trucks outfitted with a TR Equipment Group will greet occupants with premium cloth and vinyl accents featuring black and Dark Ruby Red surfaces. Opting for the TR1 or TR2 Equipment Group provides an interior based on the Ram 1500 Limited and features an all-black color scheme with leather and suede to give TRX a unique feel. Heated and ventilated premium Natura Plus leather with perforated suede accents cover the front bucket and rear bench seats. The TR1 and TR2 Equipment Groups come standard with medium Greystone stitching and Graphite Metallic accents. The TR2 Equipment Group offers TRX red stitching and carbon fiber accents as an available option.

You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

Ram TRX features new front seats with enhanced upper bolster support and embroidered logos. TR1 and TR2 Equipment Groups feature a Modular Lightweight Load-bearing Equipment / Pouch Attachment Ladder System (MOLLE/PALS) on the seatback that enables bags and other equipment to be weaved in place.

A new SRT-signature flat-bottom steering wheel, with enhanced hand grips wrapped in leather with optional suede and carbon fiber accents, enables performance driving. New aluminum paddle shifters stretch above and below the steering wheel spokes, allowing the driver to choose the proper gear with their fingertips.

A console mounted performance floor shifter, which includes a cast metal main grip wrapped with semi-perforated leather, lends itself to spirited performance driving that TRX was bred for, while maximizing storage. Both the console and paddle shifters mark the debut of each in a Ram truck.

The Drive Mode selector has been integrated into the dashboard above the transfer case switches and offers different modes of operation, indicated by a TRX pictogram for select environments: Normal, Wet/Snow, Off-road and Baja. A Launch Control button is easily within reach of the driver, sitting to the right of the transfer case switches, and is standard on TRX.

Reinforcing TRX’s performance chops, an all-new Head-up Display unit can show up to five different content areas at once, including Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit. The Head-up Display is available on the TR2 Equipment Group and is a full-color unit accessible through the 12-inch Uconnect 4C touchscreen.

A custom specifications plate on the console lid lists which engine is under the hood, the type of supercharger Ram TRX uses, boost output, horsepower and the vehicle-specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

A new, innovative dual-path induction system enables extreme performance

The new 2021 Ram TRX is designed for class-leading, uncompromising performance in the harshest environments. Stratospheric power and performance numbers were achieved in part through a new, innovative dual-path air induction system that ensures the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine receives a steady supply of clean, cool air regardless of inbound dirt and debris.

The Ram TRX uses two paths to draw in outside air and routes it to a large, 29-liter air box that filters out dirt, sand, debris and water before getting anywhere near the engine. The innovative dual-path system pulls in outside air from a functional scoop in the hood and the upper edge of the grille. Air entering the grille flows to the bottom front of the air box, guided by tailored panels. The hood scoop ducts air to the bottom rear of the air box via ports that seal to the hood when it is closed. An air box support bar is precision-mounted in the engine compartment during vehicle assembly to ensure the hood intake seals to the air box ducts to prevent engine-heated air from entering the system.

Directing incoming air to the bottom of the air box helps dirt and water settle out before the air reaches the filter elements, ensuring that the Ram TRX continues to perform in the most grueling environments. A one-way drain in the bottom of the air box evacuates water even when the vehicle is moving. Intake air is drawn upward from the box through twin, heavy-duty air filters that provide 198.4 square inches of filter surface area, four times the dust trapping capacity when compared to the closest competitor, to remove any residual dust or sand before the air is ducted. Unfolded, the filter surface medium covers 13.3 square feet.

The entire Ram TRX intake system is engineered to minimize power-robbing air restrictions while ensuring only clean, cool air reaches the engine. Industry-standard testing shows that the Ram TRX far exceeds any competitor in the amount of time it can ingest dirty air and debris before performance is diminished. The Ram TRX’s air box is mounted at the top of the engine, making it easy to access should the owner choose to field-clean the high-performance filter elements.

From modern muscle cars to high-performance SUVs, the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 has earned a reputation as a potent, reliable power source that delivers head-turning power when ordered by the driver’s right foot and is also a smooth, efficient power plant at cruising speeds.

To best match gear selection and shift points to the driver’s demands, the robust TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic transmission monitors inputs, such as engine torque gradients, throttle kick-down, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, detection of friction, downshifts and road grade. This versatile, well-developed, high-torque-capacity, eight-speed transmission delivers quick acceleration and precise, crisp, quick gear changes, enhancing ride quality to luxury car levels with consistent performance and drivability.

Launch Control is standard with the 2021 Ram TRX and manages tire slip while launching the vehicle to give the driver consistent straight-line acceleration. Wheel speed sensors watch for driveline-damaging wheel hop at launch and, in milliseconds, provide inputs to the powertrain control module to modify the engine torque to regain full grip.

The Ram TRX is also equipped with Jump Detection, which uses wheel-speed and ride-height sensors and accelerometers at each corner to identify when the vehicle is airborne and acts to prevent driveline-damaging power spikes. Acting in milliseconds, Jump Detection modifies engine speed and torque, gear selection, transfer case torque split, damping rates and other powertrain and suspension components through the landing to deliver optimum performance.

Dynamic drive modes

The 2021 Ram TRX uses performance-tuned software to pre-configure and distinguish five dynamic modes – Auto, Sport, Tow, Snow and Custom – enabling drivers to choose a vehicle setting that ideally meets their requirements and ambient conditions. The drive modes separately control the four-wheel-drive system, throttle response, transmission, paddle shifters, suspension and the electric power steering. All modes use active slip control that prevents binding and excessive slip from front to rear. You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

Custom mode allows the driver to personalize the vehicle’s performance with a selectable driving experience, offering a multitude of vehicle system combinations.

Separately, the Ram TRX features three dynamic off-road modes – Mud/Sand, Rock and Baja – enabling drivers to choose a setting that best fits the terrain around them. Like the on-road modes, the off-road drive modes control several systems, including the four-wheel-drive system, throttle response, transmission, paddle shifters, suspension and steering.

Engineered to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability

Designed bolt by bolt to significantly outperform every other truck, the 2021 Ram TRX has been rigorously tested to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability and durability.

The 2021 Ram TRX’s frame is composed of thicker, optimally shaped, strategically placed high-strength steel that uses low-torsion attributes to increase durability and stability. Sections of the frame are hydroformed for dimensional accuracy, reducing the need for welding, and the side rails are fully boxed. The front rails use high-strength steel and hydroformed sections to set a strong foundation to better handle the front suspension load. Galvanized frame components provide improved corrosion protection.

The Ram TRX boasts a ground clearance of 11.8 inches due in part to a 2-inch ride height increase when compared with the rest of the 1500 lineup, along with 35-inch tires. This combination enables TRX to clear surface obstacles easily and at high speeds.

To protect critical components, including the front axle, transfer case, transmission pan and fuel tank, TRX employs five skid plates. A separate skid plate sits at the bottom of the front fascia, mitigating potential damage, and doubles as a belly pan. Heavy-duty gauge steel rock sliders are an available option.

The use of lightweight, high-strength aluminum closures, including the doors, hood and tailgate, help reduce weight and boost fuel economy. Ram TRX also uses aluminum engine mounts, front axle center section, front suspension and transmission cross-members, front upper and lower control arms, front skid plate, transmission skid plate and steering system gear.

An all-new independent front suspension system with active damping uses high-strength aluminum to maintain overall strength and durability. The all-new independent front suspension system includes new front upper and lower control arms made of forged aluminum with special attention paid to the caster and camber angles during suspension cycling. The new, longer, substantially sized front upper and lower control arms are constructed of 80-ksi high-strength steel and designed with a focus on additional wheel travel and axle track width. This new suspension system features upgraded components to provide more performance and improved endurance.

Out back, the Ram TRX’s rear suspension had to clear packaging barriers and the engineering team took that into consideration with this unique application. The result is an innovative and durable solution that produces greater wheel travel without reducing cargo area in the bed.

The 2021 Ram TRX uses an all-new rear suspension system with active damping and an exclusive five-link coil system for incredible ride characteristics and durability. The frame’s hard points for the five-link suspension system differ when compared to a standard-issue Ram 1500 and allow the Dana 60 rear axle to travel up to 13 inches. Overall, rear-wheel travel is increased to more than 13 inches from the standard 9 inches, or more than 40 percent when compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup.

The 2021 Ram TRX uses the proven five-link coil suspension configuration and provides better articulation over obstacles than a leaf-spring system. This suspension design reduces friction in the spring system and weighs significantly less than a comparable leaf spring system. At 600 millimeters in length, the robust rear springs are the largest ever applied on a non-commercial production vehicle.

The robust coil springs are more than up to the task of handling a maximum payload of 1,310 pounds and towing capability of 8,100 pounds.

New 2.5-inch Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks use precision-machined, single-piece construction comprised of rigid aluminum to reduce and dissipate heat and continuously adjust damping forces for optimal body control and terrain isolation. The adaptive performance shocks feature robust corrosion protection with a durable finish and directional-machined cooling fins aligned with air flow for more effective cooling.

Dual Electronic Proportional Valves continuously adjust damping forces for precise, independent control of compression and rebound damping. A nitrogen-charged remote reservoir uses a hot-formed, zero-leak tube closure to ensure maximum durability during extreme on- and off-road events.

A pressure-activated Triple Rod seal has been field-tested for long-lasting durability against contamination and leaks. Ram TRX uses stainless steel braided high-pressure hose to combat corrosion and abrasion while being able to resist up to 5,800 PSI. A high-strength, lightweight rock shield defends the piston rod against incoming rubble with a custom molded escape path for debris.

The Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks have been tuned to demonstrate optimum balance between on-road handling and class-leading off-road capability. Ride comfort, body roll control and handling are significantly improved with the Ram-proprietary Active Terrain Dynamics suspension management system, new shock tuning, hard points and body mount strategy.

In addition to a standard urethane jounce bumper, the internals of the Bilstein adaptive performance shock feature a Jounce Cut Off to create three zones for progressive bottom-out control during extreme compression events. All modes can reach peak compression damping for the most extreme events.

The 2021 Ram TRX is a high-performance pickup truck built to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability and durability. To clear the elevated benchmarks and performance figures that TRX presents, a Dana 60 rear axle with full floating axle shafts is standard equipment and handles the increased torque output, rear electronic locking differential and 35-inch tires. The Dana 60 rear axle uses an axle hop damper that enables improved traction and axle control on rough surfaces. A new rear axle center section provides balanced performance and a locking differential for increased off-road performance.

The Ram TRX is equipped with a new BorgWarner 48-13 full-time active transfer case that enables passage through any off-road obstruction or weather condition. This modified transfer case features upgraded internals for improved strength and durability. Ram TRX features a low range of 2.64:1 for rock crawling and can be flat-towed while in neutral.

Off road, the 2021 Ram TRX will race to 100 mph with ease, and the segment’s largest brakes bring the TRX to a composed halt. Ram TRX relies on a four-wheel disc brake system and a hydraulic compensation unit to enhance brake pedal feel and performance during emergency maneuvers. Up front are two-piston monoblock calipers clamping down on 15-inch inverted hat (outboard venting) rotors for improved cooling. The rear uses single piston calipers with 15-inch rotors to provide incredible stopping power. An electronic parking brake holds the truck steady when applied and is standard.

You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

For the 2021 Ram TRX, engineers found that to maximize capability, it would call for a 35-inch tire. Developed exclusively for the Ram TRX, 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory All-Terrain 325/65R/18 tires, featuring an aggressive tread and sidewall with D-load rating, are assigned the task.

There are two different wheel designs that are available on TRX, including an 18-by-9-inch optional beadlock-ready wheel straight from the factory.

An approach angle of 30.2 degrees, breakover angle of 21.9 degrees, departure angle of 23.5 degrees and a ground clearance of 11.8 inches allow the Ram TRX to go anywhere.

Most technologically advanced pickup ever loaded with innovative, customizable features

Designed to be the most technologically advanced pickup ever, the new 2021 Ram TRX is loaded with an array of innovative features combined with the award-winning fourth-generation Uconnect system that offers convenience and connected services, keeping Ram truck customers engaged and informed all while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road or desert path ahead.

The 2021 Ram TRX interior’s high-tech centerpiece, the Uconnect 4C NAV 12-inch fully configurable touchscreen, is standard and allows for even more customization. Other features include SiriusXM with 360L, Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora and personal device integration.

The touchscreen can house one application, such as the navigation map, across the entire 12-inch screen or can be divided in half, operating two different applications at once. A multifunction switch bank and the optional Trailer Reverse Steer Control sit below the touchscreen, giving physical control of specific features. Redundant HVAC controls are located on both sides of the display.

An audiophile-quality audio system is offered to immerse passengers in the ultimate sound experience, including a class-exclusive 900-watt premium Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and 10-inch subwoofer – the finest and most powerful audio system available in a pickup.

Ram TRX uses a 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster that is exclusive to the model and features a lit TRX badge, unique TRX colors and graphics with reconfigurable gauges. The same graphics appear on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C touchscreen, too. This is the first time that Drive Modes and Off-road Performance Pages are displayed on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C screen.

Performance Pages

Performance Pages give drivers the tools necessary to become familiar with their vehicle’s performance. The app provides access to real-time vehicle performance information, including timers (such as 0-60 mph elapsed time), g-force, gauges and engine performance. This data can be downloaded to a USB stick, allowing for easy sharing of your driving performance. Owners can also download data to the web. The introduction of the Ram TRX marks the first time Performance Pages is available on an FCA vehicle equipped with the Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display.

Off-Road Pages

Off-Road Pages show ride height, the transfer case’s position, the pitch and roll of the vehicle and accessory gauges. The app is accessible through the 7-inch TFT cluster or Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display. The introduction of the Ram TRX marks the first time Off-Road Pages is available on an FCA vehicle equipped with the Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display.

Forward-facing Camera

As part of the available 360-degree Surround View Camera system, a forward-facing off-road camera allows obstructions ahead on the trail to be easily seen. The front camera sits under the crossbar that dissects TRX’s grille and can be accessed through the available Off-Road Pages.

Digital Rearview Mirror

An available digital rearview mirror option replaces the traditional rearview mirror with a 9.2-inch-wide LCD monitor. The digital rearview mirror displays video in real time from a rear-facing camera and can be turned off to revert back to a traditional reflective mirror.

More than 100 available advanced safety and security features

Safety and security were primary drivers in the development of the new 2021 Ram TRX, which offers more than 100 available active and passive safety and security features. Standard features include ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines, electronic stability control (ESC) with electronic roll mitigation and six standard air bags. Available features include Blind-spot Monitoring, adaptive cruise control, Ready Alert Braking and Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus.

Mopar

Mopar will offer more than 100 factory-engineered, quality-tested performance parts and accessories for the all-new 2021 Ram TRX and more than 600 across the entire 2021 Ram Truck brand lineup.

Specifically developed for the all-new 2021 Ram TRX, available Mopar products will feature active-lifestyle, truck-capable performance accessories, including off-road lights, beadlock-capable wheel rings, off-road rock rails, the RamBar, a bed-mounted spare-tire carrier and much more. Additional detailed information on Mopar’s offerings for the all-new Ram TRX will be made available closer to launch.

Unlike any other aftermarket offerings, Mopar parts and accessories are backed by a full factory warranty. Mopar products are created in close conjunction with the Ram Truck brand, engineering and Product Design Office teams for development, testing and validation. Strict standards and factory-exclusive data – information not available to the aftermarket – are used to seamlessly integrate Mopar parts and accessories in order to deliver proper fit, finish and quality right down to the color, grain, and appearance of each product.

You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

Unsurpassed Powertrain Warranty – five years/60,000 miles

The 2021 Ram TRX is backed with a five-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair a covered powertrain component – engine, transmission and drive system. The warranty is also transferable, allowing customers who sell their truck during the warranty period to pass the coverage on to the new owner.

The standard three-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty provides bumper-to-bumper coverage for the Ram TRX, from the body to the electrical system.

Thousands of miles of extreme testing

The new 2021 Ram TRX has undergone thousands of miles of testing. Extreme environmental testing occurred at various sites, including in the scorching Arizona heat, the blistering cold of northern Michigan and Minnesota and thousands of feet above sea level in Colorado for weeks at a time. In addition to all laboratory and standardized tests, the new Ram TRX scaled sand dunes, crawled rocks in Moab, Utah, and traversed two-lane tracks all over the United States.

An all-new high-speed desert durability test track was developed for the Ram TRX to far exceed the standard half-ton pickup truck requirements. Engineers subjected development trucks to thousands of miles of desert off-road testing to ensure TRX has the strength, durability and reliability that the extreme off-road customer expects and demands.

Manufacturing

The 2021 Ram TRX is built at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Design

For the new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, the design team integrated both rugged and refined elements with the most prominent design statements, visually telegraphing the extreme performance and functional attributes of the truck. The apex predator of the truck world, Ram TRX features an exterior design that is built around suspension and frame prerequisites that far exceed the standard Ram 1500 requirements. These functional attributes drive imposing proportions that translate into an aggressive stance that visually projects a singular focus of purpose and competitive dominance.

“The Ram TRX allowed us the opportunity to expand Ram’s portfolio with a high-speed, off-road, desert racer,” said Mark Trostle, Head of Ram Exterior Design – FCA. “TRX was designed to handle extreme performance conditions with ease, all while looking the part. We designed the muscular body to make an impactful visual statement that matches the potent drivetrain, robust suspension and truly defines what a high-performance off-road pickup truck is.”

New aesthetic design pairs chiseled form with extreme function

For the new 2021 Ram TRX, the design team took a page out of the 2016 Ram 1500 Rebel TRX Concept’s playbook by starting with an aggressive stance and wrapping an impossibly wide, muscular body over the top of it. Like a mixed martial arts fighter in a tailored tuxedo, the Ram TRX makes an impactful visual statement with an acute “hourglass” body design that features composite flares and fender wells that have been stretched to cover aggressive 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory 325/65/R18 All-Terrain tires. A unique R-A-M badge, front grille, hood, skid plates and steel bumpers share design cues with the Ram 1500 Rebel and Power Wagon, but feature even more extreme functional objectives. The new aesthetic is taken to even higher levels of visual impact with oversized tow hooks, found at both the front and rear of the truck, driving the functional objective home.

With the addition of the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine, TRX relies on a new, aluminum hood and features bright LED clearance lights that are integrated in the hood scoop. To assist with additional airflow, the new, sculpted grille directs air to places where it’s needed to keep the juggernaut that is the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 in the center of the performance envelope. The R-A-M badge on the grille is bigger when compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup and features a new “flow-through” design that also assists with airflow. The hood scoop is responsible for 50 percent of air entering the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine while the other 50 percent enters through the grille. Design elements like the brawny, functional hood scoop are complimented by secondary details, such as the functional air curtain just outboard of the headlamps, relieving high pressure zones at the front corners, and allowing air to pass through the fenders.

When compared to the 2021 Ram 1500 Rebel, Ram TRX is 8 inches wider and composite flares help to compensate for a 6-inch increase in track width. Normally, Ram 1500 features a wheel that is 8 inches wide, but the TRX design team had to accommodate a wheel that is 9 inches wide. LED clearance marker lights flank the front bumper, creating a menacing light signature that further sets TRX apart from anything on the road – day or night. The front axle was shifted 20 millimeters forward to accommodate the 35-inch Goodyear Territory All-Terrain tires that were designed exclusively for TRX. The 35-inch tires are available with 18-inch beadlock-ready wheels with accent color-matched rings. All-black premium LED headlamps, including twin bi-functional projector headlamps, are standard along with available 360-degree camera views. A lower skid plate forged from steel redirects errant incoming debris, and LED fog lamps provide additional light when visibility conditions are reduced.

An optional full-length rock rail for added body/sill protection or a traditional off-road powder-coated aluminum running board are available. Optional body-side and hood graphics are available as a pair or separately.

The bed of TRX was partially designed with new box outers that are steel, but are wider than that of a normal 1500. Using the storage capacity of the Ram 1500, a bed-mounted spare tire carrier is available in addition to the standard full-size spare tire that sits underneath the bed, between the rear axle and trailer hitch. The under-bed slot is large enough to accommodate a 37-inch tire. Premium LED taillamps are standard on TRX, and the bezels allow for the Blind-spot Monitoring function to see around the extended box outers.

Closing out the rear of the truck, a large R-A-M badge, similar to that seen on the Rebel, stretches across the tailgate. Center identification marker lights, like what is seen on Ram 3500 Heavy Duty dual-rear-wheel models, are perched between the tailgate and rear bumper. The rear bumper features tow hooks to match the capability of the truck and integrated 5-inch dual exhaust ports.

The 2021 Ram TRX is available in seven colors: Flame Red, Hydro Blue, Granite Crystal, Billet Silver, Diamond Black Crystal, Bright White and Ignition Orange (late availability). Ram TRX models are available in a two-tone color scheme that carries through the newly designed fender flares and lower body.

High-performance-inspired interior with authentic premium materials

For 2021, all-new features, technology and premium materials help Ram TRX answer the call for extreme performance with class-leading quality, comfort and durability, solidifying Ram as North America’s off-road pickup truck leader.

An extreme-performance pickup truck calls for materials that can handle elevated g-forces while keeping occupants in place. The interior design team chose authentic premium materials, colors and textures, including hand-wrapped leather surfaces for unexpected luxury throughout.

You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

The all-new 2021 Ram TRX features three interior options, including premium cloth and vinyl, premium wrapped leather and suede, or premium wrapped leather and suede with available red and carbon fiber accents. Based on the Rebel layout, trucks outfitted with the TR Equipment Group greet occupants with premium cloth and vinyl accents featuring black and Dark Ruby Red surfaces. Opting for the TR1 or TR2 Equipment Group provides an interior based on the Ram 1500 Limited and features an all-black color scheme with leather and suede to give TRX a unique feel. Heated and ventilated premium Natura Plus leather with perforated suede accents cover the front buckets and rear bench seats. The TR1 and TR2 Equipment Groups come standard with medium Greystone stitching and graphite metallic accents. The TR2 Equipment Group offers TRX red stitching and carbon fiber accents as an available option.

Ram TRX features new front seats with enhanced upper bolster support and embroidered logos. TR1 and TR2 Equipment Groups feature a Modular Lightweight Load-bearing Equipment / Pouch Attachment Ladder System (MOLLE/PALS) on the seatback that enables bags and other equipment to be woven in place. All TRX models feature a 60/40 split rear seat while the TR2 Equipment Group offers a standard 60/40 reclining rear seat with fold-down center armrest that mimics the materials and colors from the front center console.

A new SRT-signature flat-bottom steering wheel, with enhanced hand grips wrapped in leather with optional suede and carbon fiber accents, enables performance driving. New aluminum paddle shifters stretch above and below the steering wheel spokes, allowing drivers to choose the proper gear with their fingertips. A new console-mounted performance floor shifter, which includes a cast metal main grip wrapped with semi-perforated leather, lends itself to spirited performance driving that TRX was bred for while maximizing storage. Both the console and paddle shifters mark the debut of each in a Ram truck.

The Drive Mode selector has been integrated into the dashboard above the transfer case switches and offers different modes of operation, indicated by a TRX pictogram for select environments: Normal, Wet/Snow, Off-road and Baja. A launch control button is easily within reach of the driver, sitting to the right of the transfer case switch, and is standard on TRX.

Reinforcing TRX’s performance chops, an all-new Head-up Display unit can show up to five different content areas at once. The Head-up Display is available on the TR2 Equipment Group and is a full-color unit that’s accessible through the 12-inch Uconnect 4C touchscreen. Once in the options menu, you can drag and drop what is shown and where to show it. There are a few different configurations that allow the Head-up Display to show up to five different areas of interest, including Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit.

The instrument panel combines a strong structurally interlocking appearance covered in softer forms, pushing up and toward the cabin. Center stack details include brushed metal accents, Black Onyx bezels with a machined finish texture and available carbon fiber accents. As a centerpiece, the 2021 Ram TRX features the Uconnect 4C NAV on a 12-inch fully configurable touchscreen as standard, allowing for even more customization. The touchscreen can house one application, such as the navigation map, across the entire 12-inch screen or can be divided in half, operating two different applications at once. A multifunction switch bank, which includes auxiliary switches, sits below the touchscreen, providing physical control of specific features. Redundant HVAC controls are located on both sides of the display.

TRX uses a 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster that is exclusive to the model and features a lit TRX badge, unique TRX colors and graphics with reconfigurable gauges. The same graphics appear on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C screen. This is the first time that Drive Modes and Off-road Performance Pages are displayed on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C touchscreen.

Other features found in the interior include a custom specifications plate on the console lid. This plate lists which engine is under the hood, the type of supercharger TRX uses to boost output, horsepower and the vehicle-specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Designers included many functional items, like full coverage all-weather floor mats aligned to each trim’s accent color. Metal pedals, bright sill inserts and wrapped A- and B-pillar grab handles complete the appearance on TR1 and TR2 Equipment Groups.

Engineering

The all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX expands the brand’s light-duty truck lineup and sets the benchmark for extreme performance pickups. Designed bolt by bolt to significantly outperform every other truck, the 2021 Ram TRX has been rigorously tested to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability and durability.

“The 2021 Ram TRX can move across miles of rough terrain at incredible speeds, effortlessly absorbing impacts, and truly defines what a high-performance off-road pickup truck is,” said Darryl Smith, Vehicle Line Executive, SRT Performance Vehicles. “Engineering a truck with such a high tolerance for punishment keeps the focus on chassis development and durability.”

An approach angle of 30.2 degrees, breakover angle of 21.9 degrees, departure angle of 23.5 degrees and a ground clearance of 11.8 inches allow the Ram TRX to go anywhere.

The 2021 Ram TRX benefits from up to 32 inches of water fording, up to 8,100 pounds towing and a maximum payload capacity of 1,310 pounds.

Frame

The 2021 Ram TRX’s frame is composed of 98 percent high-strength steel that uses low-torsion attributes to increase durability, stability and handling precision. Sections of the frame are hydroformed for dimensional accuracy, reducing the need for welding, and the side rails are fully boxed. The front rails use high-strength steel and hydroformed sections to set a strong foundation to better handle the front suspension load. Galvanized frame components are used for improved corrosion protection.

The Ram TRX boasts a ground clearance of 11.8 inches due in part to a 2-inch ride height increase when compared with the rest of the 1500 lineup, along with 35-inch tires. This combination enables TRX to clear surface obstacles easily and at high speeds.

To protect critical components, including the front axle, transfer case, transmission pan and fuel tank, TRX employs five skid plates. A separate skid plate sits at the bottom of the front fascia, mitigating potential damage, and doubles as a belly pan. Heavy-gauge steel rock sliders are also an available option.

The use of lightweight, high-strength aluminum closures, including the hood and tailgate, helps reduce weight and boost fuel economy. Ram TRX also uses aluminum engine mounts, front axle center section, front suspension and transmission cross-members, front upper and lower control arms, front skid plate, transmission skid plate and steering system gear.

Front suspension

An all-new independent front suspension system with active damping uses high-strength aluminum to maintain overall strength and durability. The all-new independent front suspension system includes new upper and lower control arms made of forged aluminum with special attention paid to the case and camber angles during suspension cycling. This new suspension system features upgraded components to provide more performance and improved endurance. The front half shafts feature a new ball spline design to deliver smooth operation and high strength over extreme suspension travel. Overall, front-wheel travel is increased to more than 13 inches from the standard 9 inches, more than 40 percent when compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup.

New 2.5-inch Bilstein adaptive performance shocks use precision-machined, single-piece construction comprised of rigid aluminum to reduce and dissipate heat and to continuously adjust damping forces for optimal body control and terrain isolation. The performance shocks feature robust corrosion protection with a durable finish and directional-machined cooling fins aligned with air flow for more effective cooling.

You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.

The Bilstein adaptive performance shocks have been tuned to demonstrate optimum balance between on-road handling and class-leading, off-road capability. Ride comfort, body roll control and handling are significantly improved with new shock tuning, hard points and body-mount strategy.

Dual Electronic Proportional Valves continuously adjust damping forces for precise, independent control of compression and rebound damping. A nitrogen-charged remote reservoir uses a hot formed, zero leak tube closure to ensure maximum durability during extreme on- and off-road events.

A pressure-activated Triple Rod seal has been field tested for long-lasting durability against contamination and leaks. Ram TRX uses stainless steel braided high-pressure hose to combat corrosion and abrasion while being able to resist up to 5,800 PSI. A 7/8-inch case-hardened steel piston rod features best-in-class hardening depth and chrome thickness for superior reliability and durability that combines fast reaction time, unbeatable damping and improved heat dissipation for traversing harsh terrain at speeds greater than 100 mph. A high-strength rock shield defends the piston rod against incoming rubble with a custom-molded escape path for debris.

Ram TRX’s Bilstein front adaptive performance shocks employ three vibration sensors and travel sensors at all four wheels for maximum detection and control. These sensors also work to minimize the trade-off of on- versus off-road comfort. Different suspension modes allow different amounts of pitch, roll and heave control.

In addition to a standard urethane jounce bumper, the internals of the Bilstein adaptive performance shock feature a Jounce Cut Off to create three zones for progressive bottom-out control during extreme compression events. All modes are capable of reaching peak compression damping for the most extreme events.

Rear suspension

Out back, the Ram TRX’s rear suspension had to clear packaging barriers and the engineering team took that into consideration with this unique application. The result is an innovative and durable solution that produces greater wheel travel without reducing cargo area in the bed.

The 2021 Ram TRX uses an all-new rear suspension system with active damping and an exclusive five-link coil system for incredible ride characteristics and durability. The frame’s hard points for the five-link suspension system differ when compared to a standard-issue Ram 1500 and allow the Dana 60 rear axle to travel up to 13 inches. Overall, rear-wheel travel is increased to more than 13 inches from the standard 9 inches, an increase of more than 40 percent when compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup.

New 2.5-inch Bilstein performance shocks allow for increased wheel travel while reducing and dissipating heat. The new Bilstein performance shocks feature Dual Electronic Proportional Valves that continuously adjust damping forces for optimal body control and terrain isolation. Like the front shocks, the rears also use a nitrogen-charged remote reservoir, stainless steel braided high-pressure hose, and a 7/8-inch case-hardened steel piston rod for enhanced reliability and durability. All of this combined achieves a fast reaction time, unbeatable damping and improved heat dissipation for traversing harsh terrain at speeds greater than 100 mph. A high-strength extended rock shield defends the piston rod against inbound debris.

The 2021 Ram TRX uses the proven five-link coil suspension configuration and provides better articulation over obstacles than a leaf spring system. The robust coil springs are more than up to the task of handling a maximum payload of 1,310 pounds and towing capability of 8,100 pounds.

The five-link coil design incorporates support at all major points of force and functionally resists unwanted axle rotation. More robust link bushings increase durability while continuing to deliver the most comfortable ride and handling in a full-size pickup truck. The unique five-link axle control and natural rotation enable the U-joints in the driveshaft to run smoothly and with less vibration through the suspension’s range of motion. Additionally, links are engineered in-line with the frame rails, so overall packaging is better while weight is reduced.

The standard rear coils are swapped out for performance springs located in the factory-set positions. The upper links are 55-by-38 millimeters, the lower links are 84-by-38 millimeters and use high-strength steel drawn over mandrel that is 4 millimeters thick. The Panhard bar is constructed from SAE 1541 forged steel for increased strength and the four upper and lower links use a heavy-duty rubber bushing at both the frame mount and axle to improve movement while maintaining the isolation from road noise and vibration. The link placement carefully rotates the axle during full cycle without overextending the U-joints or slip joint of the driveshaft.

Rear axle

The 2021 Ram TRX is a high-performance pickup truck built to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability and durability. In order to clear the elevated benchmarks and performance figures that TRX presents, a Dana 60 rear axle with full-floating axle shafts is standard equipment and handles the increased torque output, rear electronic locking differential and 35-inch tires. The Dana 60 rear axle uses an axle-hop damper that enables improved traction and axle control on rough surfaces. A new rear axle center section provides balanced performance and a locking differential for increased performance off-road. New tube assemblies support the added track width, increased loading and suspension changes. New rear axle shafts support the track increase and increased loading. A new rear prop shaft features a slip-between-centers design for increased travel and strength.

Transfer case

The Ram TRX is equipped with a BorgWarner 48-13 full-time active transfer case that enables TRX to go through any off-road obstruction or weather condition. This modified transfer case features upgraded internals for improved strength and durability courtesy of extra clutch plates, a heavier-duty clutch apply bearing, six-pinion planetary low-range gear and a 20 percent wider, more robust chain. Other improvements include a new main shaft, new longer rear case half shaft to accommodate component changes and a rear output flange that replaces the slip yoke. There are six different drive modes – Auto, Sport, Snow, Tow, Mud and Baja – that employ a unique calibration. All modes use active slip control that prevents binding and excessive slip from front to rear. Ram TRX features a low range of 2.64:1 for rock crawling and has the ability to be flat-towed while in neutral. TRX’s off-road prowess is bolstered by a rear electronic locking differential.

Selec-Speed Control

Selec-Speed Control is standard with the eight-speed automatic transmission and manages vehicle speed in “4LO” while traversing off-road terrain without requiring throttle or brake input, allowing the driver to focus on steering. Selec-Speed Control is activated using a button on the dashboard and can be adjusted from 0.6-5 mph simply by using the Auto Stick shift control or paddle shifters mounted behind the steering wheel.

Sway bar

The front sway bar is located at the factory mounting points, but uses extended and more robust links to accommodate the longer wheel travel. Although the Ram TRX sits higher than a standard Ram 1500, engineers were careful to minimize resistance at the sway bar to keep left-to-right articulation in check and to assist in keeping the tires on the ground.

Steering

The Ram TRX features a new SRT-signature flat-bottom steering wheel with enhanced hand grips, aluminum paddle shifters and electric power steering (EPS), like the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup. The use of electric power steering takes the burden off of the engine having to constantly turn the hydraulic pump. Instead, the electric power steering uses an electric motor to power the rack-and-pinion steering system. The use of electric power steering also reduces complexity by removing a pump, high-pressure hydraulic hoses and cooling apparatus. EPS allows for TRX’s steering to be specifically calibrated to optimize input and effort regardless of vehicle speed. EPS is constantly sensing input from the driver or undulation in the road surface, then compensates for improved comfort. Ram TRX offers three different steering modes – Street, Sport and Rock – for different levels of effort, feedback and control.

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Trailer Reverse Steering Control

Trailer Reverse Steering Control is an available standalone option and, when equipped, is located below the Uconnect 4C NAV 12-inch touchscreen. This new system, debuting on a Ram Truck model for the first time, allows the driver to enter a few measurements before the camera tracks the trailer position and the driver is backing up and guiding the trailer. The driver simply rotates the dial left or right in the direction they want the trailer to go while the system controls the steering wheel.

Tires and wheels

For the 2021 Ram TRX, engineers found that to maximize capability, it would call for a 35-inch tire. Developed exclusively for the Ram TRX, 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory All-Terrain 325/65R/18 tires, featuring an aggressive tread and sidewall with D-load rating, are assigned the task. All TRX models feature full rear wheel liners to help with road noise and to protect from gravel and sand.

There are two different wheel designs that are available on TRX, including an 18-by-9-inch optional beadlock-ready wheel straight from the factory.

Beadlock-capable wheels are a functional upgrade for vehicles that spend the majority of their time in the rocks and sand. The beadlock design provides additional tire-holding strength by pinching the outside of the tire’s sidewall to the rim. Beadlock wheels allow for low-pressure use and improved off-road traction without having the tire separate from the wheel.

Like the desert trucks that were studied during conception, Ram TRX can hold a full-size spare tire with an optional dedicated rack in the bed of the truck. This available option includes the mount, wheel and tire. A full-size spare mounted under the bed, between the rear axle and tow hitch, comes standard.

Brakes

Off road, the 2021 Ram TRX will race to 100 mph with ease, and the segment’s largest brakes bring it to a composed halt. Ram TRX relies on a four-wheel disc brake system and a hydraulic compensation unit to enhance brake pedal feel and performance during emergency maneuvers. Up front are two-piston monoblock calipers clamping down on 15-inch inverted hat (outboard venting) rotors for improved cooling. The rear uses single piston calipers with 15-inch rotors to provide incredible stopping power. An electronic parking brake holds the truck steady when applied and is standard.

Aerodynamics

Extensive wind-tunnel testing was conducted to fine-tune TRX’s exterior shape and air vent placement. Time spent in the wind tunnel paired with modern styling afforded a coefficient of drag of .489.

The body of the new 2021 Ram TRX is the product of design and engineering cooperation at its best. Delivering an extreme pickup truck required an aggressive approach from both teams to effectively route cooling through the front end. Adequate cooling is important for extreme off-road performance, towing and assuring proper airflow to the induction and supercharger.

The Ram TRX relies on a new, aluminum hood with an integrated hood scoop that is responsible for 50 percent of air entering the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine while the other 50 percent enters through the grille. The air induction system features the largest area air filter in the segment and uses two inlets to send clean, cool air into the engine. A functional air curtain just outboard of the headlamps relieves high-pressure zones at the front corners, allowing air to pass through the fenders.

The R-A-M badge on the grille is bigger when compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup and features a new “flow-through” design that also assists with airflow.

The new Ram TRX’s elevated hood better directs air away from the wiper area, improving overall aerodynamics and reducing wind noise. The bed-to-cab execution is sub-flush to reduce disturbance alongside the body. Ram TRX uses the Venturi roof design first seen on the latest Ram 1500 and directs air back to the rear spoiler.

Unsurpassed Powertrain Warranty – five years/60,000 miles

The 2021 Ram TRX is backed with a five-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair a covered powertrain component – engine, transmission and drive system. The warranty is also transferable, allowing customers who sell their truck during the warranty period to pass the coverage onto the new owner.

The standard three-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty provides bumper-to-bumper coverage for the Ram TRX, from the body to the electrical system.

Thousands of miles of extreme testing

The new 2021 Ram TRX has undergone thousands of miles of testing. Extreme environmental testing occurred at various sites, including in the scorching Arizona heat, the blistering cold of northern Michigan and Minnesota and thousands of feet above sea level in Colorado, for weeks at a time. In addition to all laboratory and standardized tests, the new Ram TRX scaled sand dunes, crawled rocks in Moab, Utah, and traversed two-lane tracks all over the United States.

An all-new, high-speed, desert durability test track was developed for the Ram TRX to far exceed the standard half-ton pickup truck requirements. Engineers subjected development trucks to thousands of miles of desert off-road testing to ensure that TRX has the strength, durability and reliability the extreme off-road customer expects and demands.

Powertain

The new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is the apex predator of the truck world, cementing Ram Truck as North America’s off-road truck leader. Engineered to dominate the most challenging off-road and paved-road environments, the Ram TRX sets new benchmarks for power and performance among half-ton pickup trucks with the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine.

“The new 2021 Ram TRX demands an engine with specific abilities and robust power delivery to perform in the most extreme environments,” said Micky Bly, Head of Global Propulsion Systems, FCA. “The proven 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine moves the Ram TRX through punishing terrain at a ferocious pace.”

Rated at 702 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine powers the Ram TRX to a top speed of 118 miles per hour (mph). Combined with a high-torque-capacity TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, the Ram TRX delivers a new level of performance: 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, 0-100 mph in 10.5 seconds and the quarter mile in 12.9 seconds at 108 mph.

A proven and reliable high-performance engine, the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine delivers top output for extended driving sessions without degradation in performance.

A new, innovative dual-path induction system engineered for extreme performance

The new 2021 Ram TRX is designed for class-leading, uncompromising performance in the harshest environments. Stratospheric power and performance numbers were achieved in part through a new, innovative dual-path air induction system that ensures the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine receives a steady supply of clean, cool air regardless of inbound dirt and debris.

Making sure the engine gets all the clean, cool air it needs to crank out 702 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, the Ram TRX uses two paths to draw in outside air and routes it to a large, 29-liter air box that filters out dirt, sand, debris and water before they get anywhere near the engine.

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The innovative dual-path system pulls in outside air from a functional scoop in the hood and the upper edge of the grille. Air entering the grille flows to the bottom front of the air box, guided by tailored panels. The hood scoop ducts air to the bottom rear of the air box via ports that seal to the hood when it is closed. An air box support bar is precision-mounted in the engine compartment during vehicle assembly to ensure the hood intake seals to the air box ducts to prevent engine-heated air from entering the system.

Directing incoming air to the bottom of the air box helps dirt and water settle out before the air reaches the filter elements, ensuring that the Ram TRX continues to perform in the most grueling environments. A one-way drain in the bottom of the air box evacuates water even when the vehicle is moving. Intake air is drawn upward from the box through twin, heavy-duty air filters that provide 198.4 square inches of filter surface area, four times the dust trapping capacity when compared to the closest competitor and two-and-a-half times more than the standard Ram 1500 air filter, to remove any residual dust or sand before the air is ducted to the 92-mm throttle body and into the 2.38-liter per revolution twin-screw supercharger. Unfolded, the filter surface medium covers 13.3 square feet.

The entire Ram TRX intake system is engineered to minimize power-robbing air restrictions while ensuring only clean, cool air reaches the engine.

Industry-standard testing shows that the Ram TRX far exceeds any competitor in the amount of time it can ingest dirty air and debris before performance is diminished. The Ram TRX’s air box is mounted at the top of the engine, making it easy to access should the owner choose to field-clean the high-performance filter elements.

The supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 is tailored to the Ram TRX with a rear-sump oil pan that contains a system of baffles to help manage oil flow and supply during extreme off-road driving maneuvers. L-shaped scrapers attached to the crankshaft help move oil, which leaves the crankshaft at up to 200 mph, from the crankcase back to the oil sump.

The 2021 Ram TRX is fitted with free-flowing cast stainless steel exhaust manifolds that feed into low-restriction five-inch Black Chrome dual exhaust tips. This new dual exhaust system with an electric-activated valve design provides an exhilarating and unmistakable sound during wide-open throttle acceleration.

With a high-mounted alternator, the new 2021 Ram TRX can traverse up to 32 inches of water.

Bold, boosted power

From modern muscle cars to high-performance SUVs, the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 has earned a reputation as a potent, reliable power source that delivers head-turning power when ordered by the driver’s right foot and is also a smooth, efficient power plant at cruising speeds.

The focus of the engine is the supercharger with close-set twin-screw rotors and a pair of charge air coolers integrated in the housing. A separate, dedicated cooling circuit for the charge air coolers includes a pump, coolant reservoir and heat exchanger. At wide open throttle, the charge air coolers reject 40 kilowatts of heat from the compressed air – equivalent to the output of 26 home space heaters.

An integrated electronic bypass valve regulates boost pressure to a maximum of 11.6 PSI (80 kPa). The supercharger uses a drive ratio of 2.36:1 and has a maximum speed of 14,600 rpm. It is sealed for life with a premium synthetic oil specifically tailored to protect the rotor timing gears and bearings.

Other key components of the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 include:

• Cast-iron engine block with water jackets between the cylinders for optimal cooling
• Forged-steel crankshaft with induction-hardened bearing surfaces
• Specially tuned dual mass crankshaft damper, burst-tested to 13,000 rpm
• High-strength, forged-alloy pistons
• Powder-forged connecting rods with high-load-capacity bushings and diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated piston pins
• Piston-cooling oil jets
• Heat-treated aluminum-alloy cylinder heads
• Sodium-cooled exhaust valves, hollow-stem intake valves and steel-alloy heads that stand up to temperatures as high as 1,652 degrees Fahrenheit (900 degrees Celsius)
• External oil cooler

Dual in-tank, high-flow, multi-mode pumps tailor fuel delivery to the driver’s power demands.

TorqueFlite delivers crisp, quick gear changes

The 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 in the Ram TRX is paired to a robust TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic transmission. This versatile, well-developed, high-torque-capacity eight-speed transmission delivers quick acceleration and precise, crisp, quick gear changes, enhancing ride quality to luxury car levels with consistent performance and drivability.

To best match gear selection and shift points to the driver’s demands, the transmission software monitors inputs, such as engine torque gradients, throttle kick-down, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, detection of friction, downshifts and road grade.

Launch Control is standard with the 2021 Ram TRX. Launch Control manages tire slip while launching the vehicle to give the driver consistent straight-line acceleration. Wheel speed sensors watch for driveline-damaging wheel hop at launch and, in milliseconds, provide inputs to the powertrain control module to modify the engine torque to regain full grip.

The Ram TRX is also equipped with Jump Detection, which uses wheel speed and ride height sensors and accelerometers at each corner to identify when the vehicle is airborne and acts to prevent driveline-damaging power spikes. Acting in milliseconds, Jump Detection modifies engine speed and torque, gear selection, transfer case torque split, damping rates and other powertrain and suspension components through the landing to deliver optimum performance.

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Dynamic Drive Modes

The 2021 Ram TRX uses performance-tuned software to pre-configure and distinguish five dynamic modes – Auto, Sport, Tow, Snow and Custom – enabling drivers to choose a vehicle setting that ideally meets their requirements and ambient conditions. The drive modes separately control the four-wheel-drive system, throttle response, transmission, paddle shifters, suspension and the electric power steering.

Dynamic on-road drive mode configurations include:

• Auto – Automatically adapts to any condition; uses 40/60 front/rear torque split
• Sport – Transmission shift times are reduced by 50 percent versus Auto mode; stability control, four-wheel-drive system and steering systems are set for typical enthusiast driving style; paddle shifters are enabled and suspension is tightened up without increasing impact harshness to deliver increased vehicle performance capability over Auto mode; uses 30/70 torque split
• Tow – Alters torque delivery off the line for greater smoothness and adjusts suspension to combat pitch and yaw to deliver maximum towing performance; uses 45/55 torque split
• Snow – Maximizes traction to deliver optimized performance on snow and ice with reduced engine horsepower; uses 45/55 torque split

The Ram TRX also features a Custom mode that allows the driver to personalize the vehicle’s performance with a selectable driving experience, offering a multitude of vehicle system combinations.

Separately, the Ram TRX features three dynamic off-road modes – Mud/Sand, Rock and Baja – enabling drivers to choose a setting that best fits the terrain around them. Like the on-road modes, the off-road drive modes control several systems, including the four-wheel-drive system, throttle response, transmission, paddle shifters, suspension and steering.

Off-road drive mode configurations include:

• Mud/Sand – Minimizes wheel spin, recalibrates throttle management and torque distribution to mitigate wheel slip and improve traction; uses 45/55 torque split
• Rock – Accessible in 4Lo, recalibrates the rear locking axle and Hill-descent Control; uses 50/50 torque split
• Baja – Transmission shift times are reduced 68 percent versus Auto mode to 160 milliseconds; stability control, four-wheel-drive and steering systems are set for ultimate desert performance; paddle shifters are enabled and suspension is set to full damping to deliver maximum vehicle performance capability on undulating, loose surfaces; uses 25/75 torque split

A Valet mode is also standard on the Ram TRX and enables the following configurations:

• Engine is remapped to significantly reduce horsepower and torque; limited to 4,000 rpm
• Transmission locks out access to first gear and upshifts earlier than normal
• Traction, steering and suspension are set to their Street settings
• Steering-wheel paddle shifters are disabled
• Drive Mode functions are disabled
• Electronic stability control (ESC) is enabled to full-on
• Launch Control is disabled

Drivers can activate and deactivate Valet mode with a personalized four-digit PIN code.

Unsurpassed Powertrain Warranty – five years/60,000 miles

The 2021 Ram TRX is backed with a five-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair a covered powertrain component – engine, transmission and drive system. The warranty is also transferable, allowing customers who sell their truck during the warranty period to pass the coverage to the new owner.

The standard three-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty provides bumper-to-bumper coverage for the Ram TRX, from the body to the electrical system.

Safety and Security

Safety and security were primary drivers in the development of the new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, which offers more than 100 available active and passive safety and security features. Standard features include ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines, electronic stability control (ESC) with electronic roll mitigation and six standard air bags. Available features include Blind-spot Monitoring, adaptive cruise control and Ready Alert Braking.

Driver warning and assist, chassis control and brake systems

Available systems featuring ultrasonic, radar, camera and other technologies combine to offer the driver 360-degree awareness and, when circumstances dictate, course-correction assistance:

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop, Go and Hold: Helps maintain driver-adjustable distance between the vehicle and the one in front of it; can bring vehicle to controlled stop and hold it there; system works by decreasing vehicle’s pre-set cruise-control speed when closing in on another vehicle in same lane or when another vehicle moves into same lane; ACC will accelerate vehicle back to the pre-set rate once vehicle in front speeds up or moves into another lane
• Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS): Uses steering wheel inputs to point headlamps in direction of travel
• Advance Brake Assist: If inadequate force is applied to brakes in response to signal from Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, Advance Brake Assist increases brake force automatically
• All-speed traction control system: Works with standard anti-lock brake system; helps prevent wheel slip during acceleration by applying individual brakes alone or in combination with engine torque limitation
• Anti-lock brake system (ABS): Senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions
• Anti-lock brake system (ABS) with rough-road detection: Detects rough roads by oscillations in wheel speed signals; when detected on off-road surfaces or trails, ABS function is altered to hold brake pressure for longer pulses
• Anti-spin differential: Creates a limited amount of differentiation between rear wheels to provide additional traction in low-speed, low-traction conditions
• Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Notifies driver of vehicle(s) in their blind spot via illuminated icons in the side-view mirror; BSM also includes easy-to-use trailer coverage
• Brake assist: In an emergency braking situation, system applies maximum braking power to help minimize stopping distance
• Brake traction-control system (BTCS): Helps keep drive wheels from spinning during acceleration from a stop or during slow speeds by applying brakes to slipping wheel(s)
• Brake/park interlock: Prevents transmission from being shifted out of “Park” unless brake pedal is pushed
• Brakes (front): Largest in segment – 15 inches – to optimize stopping performance
• Brake-throttle override: Allows driver to stop the vehicle when throttle and brake inputs occur simultaneously; electronic throttle control reduces engine-power output until vehicle stops or until accelerator-pedal inputs cease
• Electric parking brake (EPB): Uses parking brake switch mounted in instrument panel, a motor on caliper (MoC) at each rear wheel and electronic control module; modes of operation – static apply and release, dynamic apply, drive-away release and safe hold
• Electronic brake-force distribution: Assists driver to optimize stopping distances and control under various vehicle loading conditions by regulating braking pressure, front to rear
• Electronic locking axle: Locks both rear wheels to the driveline to provide maximum traction in low-speed, low-traction conditions
• Electronic roll mitigation (ERM): An extension of electronic stability control (ESC); uses input from ESC sensors to anticipate if vehicle is at risk of entering potential roll situation; if situation detected, system applies brakes individually and modulates throttle input position, as needed
• Electronic stability control (ESC): Enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under various conditions; benefits critical driving situations such as turns; helpful also when driving on mixed surface conditions, including snow, ice or gravel; disparity between steering inputs and vehicle’s path will trigger selective braking and throttle pullback to help driver guide vehicle back to its intended path
• Frequency Response Damping (FRD): New shock design features two-valve system to properly adjust wheel movement according to road input; two valves afford additional tuning to help maintain contact between tires and surface under rough conditions
• Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus: Uses radar and video sensors; if conditions for certain frontal impacts are detected, system warns or assists the driver in avoiding/mitigating collision
• Hill-start Assist (HSA): Assists drivers when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill by maintaining brake pressure applied for a short period after driver’s foot is removed from brake pedal; if throttle is not applied within that short period, brake pressure will be released
• LaneSense Lane Departure Warning-Plus: Leverages electronic power steering (EPS) to deliver torque input to steering wheel, alerting and assisting driver with corrective action
• ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist: Ultrasonic parking sensors on bumper guide driver into parking space; system automatically controls steering-wheel angle while driver controls gear position, brake and accelerator; parallel parking possible on either side of vehicle by selecting direction with turn signals; for perpendicular parking, vehicle backs itself into space
• ParkSense park assist with reverse stop: Uses ultrasonic sensors at low speeds to detect stationary objects while in reverse; system provides haptic feedback to driver, applying brake before releasing if collision deemed imminent; at speeds below 4 mph, system will bring vehicle to a stop before releasing; forward system uses ultrasonic sensors at low speeds to detect stationary objects in front of vehicle
• ParkView rear backup camera: Provides wide-angle view of area immediately behind vehicle with zoom-in capability, offering driver greater peace of mind before reversing at low speeds; display features dynamic grid lines to aid driver when maneuvering into parking spaces or narrow areas; image displayed on navigation screen when reverse gear selected
• Rain brake support: Uses the ESC pump to occasionally push brake pads lightly against brake rotors to help keep them dry in rainy conditions
• Ready Alert Braking (RAB): Anticipates certain situations when driver may initiate an emergency braking maneuver and uses the ESC pump to set brake pads against rotors, decreasing time required for full brake application
• Rear Cross Path (RCP) detection: Warns drivers of traffic when backing out of parking spaces; activated when vehicle is put in Reverse; driver is alerted to vehicle(s) crossing behind with an audible chime and illuminated icons on the side-view mirrors
• SafeHold: Automatically applies electric parking brake if driver’s door is opened without shifting into Park and when other potential inadvertent movement conditions are met
• Surround View Camera: Uses four cameras positioned around the vehicle to provide bird’s-eye perspective of vehicle and its immediate surroundings; driver can also select other views, including front or rear cross path
• Trailer-sway control (TSC): Reduces trailer sway and improves handling in adverse towing conditions caused by crosswinds and traffic; system monitors vehicle’s movement relative to driver’s intended path, then applies alternating brake pressure to slow vehicle, increasing pressure on one front wheel to counteract sway induced by trailer

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Occupant restraint technology:

• Advanced multi-stage air bags: Inflate with forces appropriate to severity of impact; meet FMVSS 208 advanced air bag requirements for smaller, out-of-position occupants
• BeltAlert: Activates a chime and/or illuminates an icon in the instrument cluster to remind driver and front passenger to buckle up if a vehicle is driven without belted front-seat occupants
• Child seat anchor system: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) designed to ease installation of compatible aftermarket child seats
• Constant-force retractors (CFR): Regulate force exerted on occupants by seat belts and then gradually releases seat-belt webbing in controlled manner
• Driver-side knee blocker: Located below instrument panel, it deploys when driver air bag deploys; designed to properly position driver during impact and offer additional lower-leg protection
• Four-way head restraints: Designed to reduce injuries by minimizing gap between occupant’s head and head restraint
• Front seat-belt adaptive/active load limiters: Designed to optimize chest-loading when an impact occurs
• Front seat-belt pretensioners: During a collision, impact sensors initiate front seat-belt pretensioners to remove slack in the seat belt system, thereby reducing forward movement of occupant’s head and torso
• Front seat-mounted side pelvic-thorax air bags: Help provide enhanced protection to driver and front outboard occupant in certain impacts; each side air bag has its own impact sensor that autonomously deploys the device on the side where an impact occurs; housed within outboard side of each front seat
• Full-length side-curtain air bags: Extend protection to all outboard front- and rear-seat passengers; each side air bag has its own impact sensor that autonomously triggers the air bag on the side where an impact occurs; housed in headliner, just above side windows
• Height-adjustable seat belts (front row): Outboard seat belts offer height adjustment, enabling optimal positioning based on occupant stature
• Occupant Restraint Controller: Detects impact and determines whether a crash is severe enough to warrant air bag deployment, and whether primary or secondary stage inflation is required; the controller further determines whether side-curtain and side seat-mounted (thorax protection) air bags should deploy; manages engagement of front seat-belt pretensioners
• Passenger-side knee blocker: Located below the instrument panel, deploys when passenger air bag deploys and is designed to properly position occupant during impact and offer additional lower-leg protection
• Three-point seat belts: All three front seating positions and all three rear seating positions include lap and shoulder belts (Quad and Crew cabs)

Structural systems:

• Energy management system: Three front load-paths constructed with high-strength steel help maintain structural integrity and minimize cabin intrusion
• Energy-absorbing steering column: Manual-adjust steering column uses two hydroformed coaxial tubes that can move relative to each other for enhanced energy absorption during a crash
• Exclusive splayed frame rails: Patented technology creates efficient energy-absorbing front frame rail structure for frontal impact modes
• Front and rear crumple zones: Specially formed structural members that crumple to absorb energy in a collision, helping protect the occupant cabin
• Laminated glass: Plastic sandwiched between glass panes to provide added protection against break-ins
• Safety cage body structure: Helps protect occupants by managing and controlling energy in event of an impact
• Side-guard door beams: Reinforcement beams inside doors increase occupant protection in a side collision
• Tire blockers: Frame-mounted high-strength steel tire blockers placed at front cab location to redirect tires outbound in a front-offset impact

Lighting and visibility systems:

• Active turn signals: Turn signal flashes three times when stalk is depressed for one second to indicate a lane change
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror: Auto-dimming mirror automatically reduces glare from bright light in the rearview mirror at night
• Automatic defog: Enables automatic temperature control (ATC) system to measure humidity inside the vehicle and accommodate a fog-free windshield without driver intervention
• Automatic headlamps: Headlamps turn on and off automatically depending on exterior light levels and activation/deactivation of windshield wipers
• Automatic high-beam headlamps: Automatically adjusts headlamp settings according to oncoming traffic
• Center high-mount stop lamp: Illuminates when brakes are applied; makes vehicle more visible in traffic
• Daytime running lamps (DRL): Lights that illuminate during daytime conditions, increasing vehicle’s visibility to other drivers
• Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS): Makes it easier for emergency personnel to see and reach occupants in event of an accident by automatically turning on interior lighting and unlocking doors after air bag deployment; also shuts off flow of fuel to the engine
• Heated side-view mirrors: Prevents buildup of snow or ice on side-view mirrors to help maintain visibility
• LED bi-functional projector headlights: Featuring LED technology, they provide twice the visible light, as measured in lumens, compared with conventional headlights; illumination more controlled for increased visibility
• LED fog lamps: Featuring LED technology, they provide improved illumination during inclement weather
• LED taillamps: Featuring LED technology, they provide brake, stop, turn and running-light functions; LED technology ensures light output is consistent throughout the taillamp
• Lit Signature forward lighting: Two linear “lit signature” elements along the top and bottom of the headlamps; recognizable signature remains on during normal operation, while the twin projectors (low and high beams) only come on at dusk/evening
• Rain-sensing wipers: A convenience feature that automatically senses moisture on vehicle windshield and activates wipers
• Rear-window electric defrost: Automatically activates with remote start when ambient temperature is below prescribed threshold
• Supplemental turn signals: Signal lamps built into housing of exterior mirrors help alert oncoming traffic and pedestrians by allowing turn signals to be viewed from front, sides and rear of vehicle

Emergency connectivity and other safety and security features

The new 2021 Ram TRX benefits from unique and widely acclaimed Uconnect technology:

• 9-1-1 Call/Assist Call: Mirror-mounted buttons for emergency services, roadside assistance, Uconnect Customer Care and non-collision related emergencies
• Auto-reverse sunroof: Power sunroof automatically reverses when it senses an obstruction during closing
• Auto-reverse windows: Automatically reverse when they sense an obstruction during closing
• Capless fuel-filler door: Provides fuel-filling simplicity and helps eliminate contact with fuel when refueling
• Child-protection rear door locks: Disables rear doors’ inside-release handle by adjusting small lever on the door-shut face
• Digital rearview mirror: Replaces conventional rearview mirror with 9.2-inch-wide Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitor to help improve driver rearward visibility; displays real-time video from rear-facing camera; can be turned off to revert back to reflective mirror
• Driver information display (DID): Provides driver with trip, temperature, tire pressure and other vehicle information within the instrument cluster
• Dual-note electric horn: Helps cut through ambient noise by producing two different tones simultaneously
• Express up/down windows: One-touch powered express up/down window button located on driver and front passenger doors
• Global position sensor (GPS): Used for navigation guidance and electronic vehicle tracking
• Head-up Display (HUD): Provides the driver with up to five different areas of interest, including Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit; features full-color display
• Intelligent battery sensor (IBS): Continually measures current flow into and out of battery; if battery is running low, system shuts off less-critical electrical systems to conserve power; icon in cluster denotes activation
• Keyless Enter ‘n Go: Detects fob presence upon vehicle entry; if fob detected, system enables operation of push-button ignition
• Mopar Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS): State-of-the-art, GPS-enabled, stolen-vehicle recovery system; EVTS enables nationwide tracking, 24/7 emergency service dispatch, security fence, arrival/departure notification, excessive speed notification and trace maps of past locations (in select markets)
• Remote keyless entry: Locks and unlocks doors and turns on interior lamps; also activates and deactivates security alarm system, if vehicle is so-equipped
• Remote start: Conveniently starts engine by using the key fob, while helping to maintain vehicle security
• Security alarm: Deters vandalism and theft, frequently lowering insurance premiums; system helps protects vehicle from theft by monitoring door-ajar switches and ignition circuit for unauthorized entry
• Sentry Key engine immobilizer: Uses embedded transponder with a preprogrammed security code to discourage vehicle theft; when the ignition button is pressed, controller sends random number to the transponder and the engine is allowed to start; if incorrect key is used, the vehicle will not respond to push-button ignition
• Siri Eyes Free: Allows driver to keep hands on the steering while by enabling voice recognition to interact with compatible Apple device
• SiriusXM Traffic: Works with vehicle’s navigation system to display traffic speed and flow information, along with accident information to assist drivers in routing around congested areas
• SiriusXM Travel Link: Real-time local fuel prices, weather conditions, sports scores, and movie locations and times all featured in this subscription-based system provided by SiriusXM Radio
• Speed-sensitive door locks: System automatically locks doors when vehicle acceleration reaches prescribed threshold
• Tailgate ajar notification: Notifies operator tailgate is not fully closed via warning light in gauge cluster
• Tailgate power release and Passive Entry: Allows operator to release tailgate using key fob, or unlock automatically with combination of key fob presence and hand motion under tailgate handle
• Thin-film transistor (TFT) instrument cluster display: Offers wide range of customization options, from a basic analog read-out to a full digital display that clearly communicates vehicle information with easy-to-understand icons
• Tilt-and-telescoping steering column: Allows steering column to tilt and move toward or away from driver to help achieve a safe and comfortable distance from the advanced multistage driver front air bag, if deployed
• Tire-fill alert: When adding air pressure to tires, a new tire-fill alert system chirps the horn once you have reached the recommended pressure
• Tire-pressure monitoring (TPM) system: Informs driver when tire pressure is too low; pressure-sensor modules within valve stems of all four wheels send continuous radio-frequency signals to a receiver
• Uconnect Access mobile hotspot: Turns vehicle into mobile internet hotspot; available to registered Uconnect Access subscribers
• Uconnect Access remote services: Enables registered Uconnect Access subscribers with compatible cell phones to lock or unlock their vehicles or to activate panic alarm; can also activate remote start
• Uconnect Access Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance: Leverages GPS data-sending capability to help authorities find stolen vehicles
• Uconnect Access voice-to-text: Enables cloud-based text-message dictation via compatible Bluetooth-enabled cell phones; available to registered Uconnect Access subscribers
• Uconnect Drag and Drop menu bar: Drivers can drag key usage buttons and move them to their Uconnect system’s main menu bar for easier access
• Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth: Voice-recognition technology enables hands-free navigation system inputs and the use of Bluetooth-enabled phones while keeping drivers’ hands on the wheel and eyes on the road
• Universal garage door opener: Programmable radio frequency codes for garage door, security gate and security lighting

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Uconnect/Technology

Designed to be the most technologically advanced pickup ever, the new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is loaded with an array of innovative features combined with the award-winning fourth-generation Uconnect system that offers convenience and connected services, keeping Ram truck customers engaged and informed all while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road or desert path ahead.

The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX’s high-tech features include a class-exclusive and easy-to-use 12-inch fully configurable touchscreen display, SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora, personal device integration and the finest audio system ever available in a pickup – Harman Kardon with 19 speakers.

Fourth-generation Uconnect system

The fourth-generation Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display includes performance improvements with faster startup time and enhanced processing power, multi-touch gestures, vivid imagery, sharper graphics and the ability to support smartphone integration. Uconnect systems provide Ram customers with a range of features and connectivity options to best suit their needs.

Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display

The 2021 Ram TRX features a bonded, flush 12-inch reconfigurable touchscreen with tailor-made graphics for the TRX and state-of-the-art connectivity. Personalization is made easy with the split screen, operating two different applications for desired configuration, such as Apple CarPlay and HVAC controls, or one application, such as navigation across the entire 12-inch touchscreen. Available on the new Ram TRX is a 360-degree Surround View Camera system, providing a birds-eye view via four cameras positioned around the vehicle to create a fully stitched image. Customers who prefer not to use the touchscreen for HVAC will find redundant controls located on both sides of the display for convenience.

The class-exclusive Uconnect 12-inch display also features the next level of audio entertainment, including SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora, delivering a personalized listening experience with more variety, smart content recommendations and thousands of hours of on-demand audio content.

The new Ram TRX offers a one-year SiriusXM All Access audio subscription, a one-year SiriusXM Guardian Connected Services subscription, 4G Wi-Fi hotspot capability with a one-gigabyte/three-month subscription, and five-year subscriptions to SiriusXM Travel Link and SiriusXM Traffic Plus.

Additional features of the Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display:

• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
• Full-feature navigation system with one-step voice destination entry
• 3D landmarks
• Uconnect smartphone app gives control of select Ram TRX features wirelessly with ease
• USB and auxiliary port capability
• Integrated voice command
• Bluetooth hands-free calling
• HD Radio

Uconnect fourth-generation system with 12-inch display also includes:

• Drag and Drop menu bar: FCA vehicle owners can personalize their touchscreen controls to fit their lifestyle and have one-button access to the features and services they value most. Drivers can simply drag their favorite feature or service icon from the apps menu and move them to their Uconnect system’s main menu bar
• Do Not Disturb: Vehicle owners who prefer not to be interrupted with phone calls or text messages while driving can choose to turn on the “Do Not Disturb” and “Reply with Text Message” feature
• Siri Eyes Free: Via the voice button on the steering wheel, and compatible with Apple iPhone 4s or later with Siri Eyes Free, drivers can speak natural language voice commands to send text messages, play music, set reminders, place phone calls and access turn-by-turn directions
• SiriusXM Tune Start: Customers can start songs from the beginning when switching between their favorite pre-set satellite radio channels

Performance Pages

Performance Pages app gives drivers the tools necessary to become familiar with their vehicle’s performance. The app provides access to real-time vehicle performance information, including timers (such as 0 to 60 mph elapsed time), g-force, gauges and engine performance. This data can be downloaded to a USB stick, allowing for easy sharing of driving performance. Owners can also download data to the web. The introduction of the Ram TRX marks the first time the Performance Pages feature is available on an FCA vehicle equipped with the Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display.

Off-Road Pages

Off-Road Pages app displays ride height, transfer case position, vehicle pitch and roll and accessory gauges. The app is accessible through the 7-inch TFT cluster or Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display. The introduction of the Ram TRX marks the first time the Off-Road Pages feature is available on an FCA vehicle equipped with the Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display.

Forward-facing camera

As part of the available 360-degree Surround View Camera system, a forward-facing off-road camera allows obstructions ahead on the trail to be easily seen. The front camera sits under the crossbar that dissects TRX’s grille and can be accessed through the available Off-Road Pages.

Digital rearview mirror

New for 2021, TRX offers a digital rearview mirror option to replace the traditional rearview mirror with a 9.2-inch wide LCD monitor. The digital rearview mirror displays video in real time from a rear-facing camera and can be turned off to revert back to a traditional reflective mirror.

SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora

SiriusXM has transformed in-car audio entertainment with SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora, delivering a personalized listening experience with more variety, smart content recommendations and thousands of hours of on-demand streaming audio.

SiriusXM’s enhanced experience for drivers and their passengers delivers SiriusXM content via both satellite and on-demand streaming to Ram TRX models and the standard configurable 12-inch touchscreen. Owners will receive a one-year SiriusXM All Access subscription with the purchase of a properly equipped 2021 Ram TRX.

SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora enable Ram TRX drivers and passengers to discover more of what SiriusXM offers based on their listening preferences, including exclusive SiriusXM on-demand programming available in the dashboard.

Benefits of SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora

Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora:

• Ram truck owners with a SiriusXM All Access subscription, using the SiriusXM with 360L platform on their Uconnect 12-inch touchscreen, can create their own ad-free music stations based on the artist they are listening to
• On their touchscreen, subscribers can then give songs a thumbs up or thumbs down within the SiriusXM service, or even skip songs, to create their own personal channel that plays more of what they want
• Sports notifications enable the subscriber to select their favorite teams and get an on-screen notification when their team’s game is on, then easily tune into that game with the touch of a button

More variety:

• More channels (now 200+) available to listeners on their Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-inch display, including many channels previously only available online
• Access to thousands of hours of recorded on-demand programming in the vehicle, including shows, interviews and events, giving the listener more of what they want, when they want to hear it
• Enhanced sports play-by-play makes it easier for the listener to find their favorite teams when it is game time, giving them access to the official broadcasts for more pro and college teams

A more personalized experience:

• Smart content recommendations enable listeners to discover more of what they love, based on listening habits displayed on the touchscreen in an easy-to-use way
• Dynamic user interface allows for easy navigation between channels, shows, and both live and recorded content
• Individual listener profiles allow multiple drivers and passengers to customize and maintain their own presets and favorites
• Profiles can be synced with listener’s mobile phone to seamlessly access their favorites and pick up listening where they left off in the car on select content

Ease of use:

• Drivers and passengers can use their voice to search SiriusXM’s extensive library of content, or they can sit back and let “For You” recommendations serve up great content choices
• Subscribers can manage their account, renew their subscription and contact SiriusXM through the touchscreen on the dash when the vehicle is parked

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Most powerful audio system in a pickup

The new 2021 Ram TRX offers an audiophile-quality audio system to immerse passengers in the ultimate sound experience, including Alpine and a class-exclusive premium Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer – the finest and most powerful audio system available in a pickup.

Premium Harman Kardon 12-channel, 19-speaker audio system includes:

• Three 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the instrument panel
• Two 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the front doors
• Two 6-by-9-inch speakers located in the front doors
• Two 6-by-9-inch speakers located in the rear doors
• Two 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the headliner
• One 10-inch enclosed subwoofer behind the rear seat (passenger side)
• One 12-channel boosted Class-D amplifier
• Four ANC microphones

New 7-inch driver information display

The new 2021 Ram TRX features a 7-inch TFT cluster that is exclusive to the model, as well as a lit TRX badge and unique TRX colors and graphics with reconfigurable gauges. The same graphics appear on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C screen, too. This is the first time that Drive Modes and Off-Road Performance Pages are displayed on the 12-inch Uconnect 4C screen.

The driver information display offers a wide range of customization options, from basic speed readout to specific vehicle status information. Operation of the display is clearly communicated to users with easy-to-understand icons and instructions. Using buttons on the steering wheel, drivers can customize the screen with as much or as little information as they desire. The intuitive system can be arranged for a variety of views. The four corners of the display can be customized to show information at a glance, including average and current fuel economy, trip A/B, trailer trip, trailer brake, oil temperature, battery voltage, oil life, outside temperature, distance to empty, time and compass direction. Additionally, two side barrel gauges display a portion of each of the four corners, including a menu screen.

Once the main screen is chosen, it becomes the default setting, remembering the user’s selection upon restarting the vehicle. Vehicle concerns are instantly reported to the driver via pop-up warning messages on the display. Vehicle messages are automatically stored so a driver can review them at their convenience.

Head-up Display

Reinforcing TRX’s performance chops, an all-new Head-up Display unit makes its debut on an FCA vehicle and can show up to five different content areas at once. The Head-up Display is available on the TR 1 and TR 2 interiors and is a full-color unit that’s accessible through the 12-inch Uconnect 4C touchscreen. Once in the options menu, the user can drag and drop what is shown and where to show it. There are a few different configurations that allow the Head-up Display to show up to five different areas of interest, including Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit.

Compatible device connectivity

To ensure that passengers remain conveniently connected, 2021 Ram TRX owners can manage their personal device connectivity with a plethora of electronic charging options. Located in the reimagined center console, a wide docking area offers an optional integrated wireless charging pad that can hug a small tablet or multiple smartphones. To keep devices charged, there are five USB ports (three are located in front of the center console and two are located in the back). Three of the USB ports are fully functioning and communicate with the Uconnect interface while the other two USB ports are charge only. Four of the five USB ports are Type C ports that allow devices to be charged up to four times faster than standard USB outlets.

Uconnect navigation

The Uconnect 4C NAV system with 12-inch display offers navigation as a standard feature and includes 3D imagery of landmarks, city models and digital terrain. The large 12-inch display delivers directions, lane guidance and points of interest. The displays support multi-touch gestures with pinch, tap and swipe capability. The fourth-generation Uconnect system features enhanced graphics and a one-step, voice-entry system, so TRX customers can easily speak the address and navigate on the go.

SiriusXM All Access Satellite Radio

The 2021 Ram TRX comes equipped with SiriusXM Satellite Radio and a one-year subscription to the premium All Access Package, providing customers with more than 150 channels of programming, including commercial-free music, every NFL, MLB and NBA game, Howard Stern, every NASCAR race, entertainment, news and comedy, plus access to SiriusXM content on smartphones and other connected devices, as well as online at siriusxm.com.

SiriusXM Travel Link

The Uconnect navigation on the 12-inch display is equipped with SiriusXM Travel Link to help make every trip more efficient. Drivers will enjoy a five-year subscription to services like fuel prices, national weather information, sports scores and movie listings.

SiriusXM Traffic Plus

Also available with a five-year subscription, SiriusXM Traffic Plus works with the vehicle’s navigation system to display traffic speed, flow information and accident information to assist drivers in routing around congested areas. Services provided include traffic speed, accidents, construction, road closures, alternate route guidance and mapping.

SiriusXM Guardian Connected Services with Uconnect mobile app

SiriusXM Guardian delivers advanced in-vehicle connectivity and useful apps for drivers and passengers. Features and services include:

• In the event of a minor collision, medical or other emergency, the occupant can press the SOS button located on the rearview mirror to be connected to a trained call center agent who can send emergency assistance to the vehicle’s GPS location
• Should the vehicle run out of fuel, get a flat tire or need a tow, pushing the Assist button can pinpoint vehicle location for assistance
• The vehicle can be started from virtually anywhere with the Uconnect mobile app to warm or cool vehicle temperature before occupants enter
• Uconnect mobile app can easily search, map and send locations directly to the vehicle’s Uconnect navigation system
• In-vehicle 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot provides in-vehicle wireless internet connectivity to user’s laptop, tablet or smartphone and supports up to eight mobile devices (includes a three-month/1-gigabyte subscription)

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Launch Edition

How do you top the apex predator of the truck world? By introducing the 2021 Ram TRX 1500 Launch Edition.

Along with today’s world debut of the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX super truck, the Ram brand announced plans to build a limited run of TRX Launch Edition models.

U.S. buyers will have to act quickly. Only 702 units will be sold as a commemoration of the TRX’s segment-topping 702 horsepower.

“The Ram team is as excited about the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX as our customers are,” said Mike Koval Jr., Head of Ram Brand, FCA – North America. “Many of those customers have been asking for something special, even above the TRX’s already loaded features.”

The TRX Launch Edition is visually distinguished by its Anvil Gray paint, which will be exclusive to the edition. Inside, each of the TRX Launch Edition trucks gets a special red and brushed-aluminum center console badge identifying it as a special, limited-edition TRX model.

The Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition package is coupled with the TRX Level 2 Equipment Group, adding carbon fiber interior trim, color accent package, Head-up Display, beadlock-capable wheels, 19-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system, dual-pane panoramic sunroof and bodyside graphics.

Production of the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition starts in early fourth-quarter 2020.

The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is built at FCA’s Sterling Heights (Michigan) Assembly Plant. You can find more visual details of the Ram 1500 TRX gallery by scrolling up.