Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 Times
The Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 30 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Dodge Ram 1500 is the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed), which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.40 seconds at 118.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Dodge Ram 1500 is the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 LT Regular Cab , which took 12.00 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 18.40 seconds at 74.8 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Out of all the Dodge Ram 1500 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.76 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.75 seconds at 89.32 mph.
Fastest Stock 0–60
4.90sec
2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed)
Fastest Overall
4.40sec
2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) · modified
Avg ¼ Mile
15.75sec
@ 89.3 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
12.00sec
1997 LT Regular
Across 30 verified runs, the Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from 4.40 to 12.00 seconds 0–60, with a 7.76-second average.
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Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Overview
Dodge Ram 1500 performance, across 30 independently verified tests spanning 1994 to 2009, traces the truck’s move from work-focused V6 and V8 models into increasingly quick street-oriented variants. In the BR/BE second generation (1994–2001), output ranged from the 175-hp 3.9L Magnum V6 to 245-hp Magnum V8s, with early benchmarks including the 1994 Laramie SLT Regular Cab at 8.7 seconds to 60 mph and the 1997 LT Regular Cab at 12.0 seconds. The quickest BR/BE result came from the supercharged 1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab, which cut 0-60 to 7.2 seconds.
The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM third generation (2002–2008) broadened the range from 235 hp to Viper V10 and tuner builds reaching 800 hp. A 2003 SLT Hemi Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) ran 0-60 in 6.8 seconds, then the 2004 Hennessey 650R SRT-10 Regular Cab dropped to 4.5 seconds. The all-time peak came in 2005, when the Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab recorded a class-leading 4.4-second 0-60 and a 12.4-second quarter-mile at 118 mph.
By 2009, the early DS/DJ trucks in this dataset centered on a 390-hp gasoline V8, with the 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab posting the current-generation best of 5.7 seconds to 60 mph, placing the Ram 1500’s measured performance at the end of this period firmly in modern quick-pickup territory.
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Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 Times by Generation: BR/BE to DS/DJ
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DS/DJ | 2009–2018 | 6.60s | 5.70s — 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed) | 3 | The DS/DJ generation (2009–2018) averaged 6.60 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed) at 5.70 seconds. Output was 390 hp across 5.7L V8 configurations. |
| DR/DH/D1/DC/DM | 2002–2008 | 7.23s | 4.40s — 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) | 18 | The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM generation (2002–2008) averaged 7.23 seconds to 60 mph across 18 tests, led by the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 235 to 800 hp across 4.7L V8, 5.7L V8, 5.9L V8, 8.3L Twin-Turbo V10, 8.3L V10 configurations. Includes 2 results from 2 modified vehicles. |
| BR/BE | 1994–2001 | 9.20s | 7.20s — 1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab | 9 | The BR/BE generation (1994–2001) averaged 9.20 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab at 7.20 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 245 hp across 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L Supercharger V8, 5.9L V8 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle. |
DS/DJ
2009–2018
Avg 0–60
6.60s
Fastest
5.70s
Tests
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2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed)
The DS/DJ generation (2009–2018) averaged 6.60 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed) at 5.70 seconds. Output was 390 hp across 5.7L V8 configurations.
DR/DH/D1/DC/DM
2002–2008
Avg 0–60
7.23s
Fastest
4.40s
Tests
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2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed)
The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM generation (2002–2008) averaged 7.23 seconds to 60 mph across 18 tests, led by the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 235 to 800 hp across 4.7L V8, 5.7L V8, 5.9L V8, 8.3L Twin-Turbo V10, 8.3L V10 configurations. Includes 2 results from 2 modified vehicles.
BR/BE
1994–2001
Avg 0–60
9.20s
Fastest
7.20s
Tests
9
1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab
The BR/BE generation (1994–2001) averaged 9.20 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab at 7.20 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 245 hp across 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L Supercharger V8, 5.9L V8 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
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Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
30 tests · 11 years
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500
3 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.60
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.10
sec
Recorded Tests
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed)
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.40s
¼ mi @ 93.4 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.4 mph
- Engine
- 5.7L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 390 hp
- Torque
- 407 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,150 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 14 C / 20 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Pickup
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #9 of 30
#10
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed)
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.20s
¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 6.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.7L V8
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 390 hp
- Torque
- 407 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,600 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 14.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 13 C / 18 H / 14 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Pickup
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #10 of 30
#13
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed)
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.70s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.7L V8
- Drivetrain
- 4X4
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 390 hp
- Torque
- 407 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,530 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 14.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 13 C / 18 H / 14 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Pickup
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #13 of 30
How we verify Dodge Ram 1500 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Dodge Ram 1500 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Dodge Ram 1500 performance FAQs
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The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from 5.7 to 7.4 seconds to 60 mph across verified stock tests. The quickest 2009 example is the Sport R/T Regular Cab at 5.7 seconds, followed by the SLT Crew Cab at 6.7 seconds and the Laramie Crew Cab at 7.4 seconds.
The quickest Ram 1500 on record is the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab with a 4.4-second 0-60 time. It is also the fastest quarter-mile Ram 1500 test, running 12.4 seconds at 118 mph. Across all 30 recorded tests, the model averages 7.76 seconds to 60 mph.
The fastest stock Ram 1500 on record is also the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab at 4.4 seconds from 0-60 mph. For regular production trims with broader test history, the SRT-10 Regular Cab is one of the quickest nameplates, posting a best 0-60 time of 4.9 seconds.
The DS/DJ fourth-generation Ram 1500, sold from 2009 to 2018, averages 6.6 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.7 seconds by the 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab. All recorded DS/DJ tests are naturally aspirated gasoline trucks with 390 hp.
The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM third-generation Ram 1500, covering 2002 to 2008, averages 7.23 seconds from 0-60 mph across 18 tests. The quickest example is the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab at 4.4 seconds. Power in this generation ranges from 235 to 800 hp.
The BR/BE second-generation Ram 1500, sold from 1994 to 2001, averages 9.2 seconds from 0-60 mph across 9 tests. The fastest recorded BR/BE truck is the 1996 Paxton Sport Club Cab at 7.2 seconds. Output across this generation ranges from 175 to 245 hp.
Among 2009 Ram 1500 trims, the Sport R/T Regular Cab is the quickest, reaching 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and running the quarter-mile in 14.4 seconds at 93.4 mph. The SLT Crew Cab follows at 6.7 seconds, while the Laramie Crew Cab records 7.4 seconds.
The 2009 Sport R/T Regular Cab is faster than the 2009 SLT Crew Cab. The Sport R/T reaches 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, while the SLT Crew Cab does it in 6.7 seconds. The Sport R/T also leads in the quarter-mile, posting 14.4 seconds versus 15.2 seconds for the SLT.
The Ram 1500 SRT-10 Regular Cab is one of the quickest factory-style Ram variants on record. Across 4 tests, it averages 5.08 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best run of 4.9 seconds. That makes it quicker than the SRT-10 Quad Cab, which has a best of 5.3 seconds.
Across all 30 recorded Ram 1500 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.75 seconds at 89.3 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record is 12.4 seconds at 118 mph by the 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab. For 2009 models, the best quarter-mile is 14.4 seconds at 93.4 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Dodge Ram 1500 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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