Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 Times
The Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 27 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 3 modified or prototype runs are listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Dodge Ram 1500 is the 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed), which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.90 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.60 seconds at 105.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production 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.
Across the 27 verified production tests of the Dodge Ram 1500, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.02 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.00 seconds at 87.31 mph.
Separately, 3 modified or prototype runs are on record for the Dodge Ram 1500, led by the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) at 4.40 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 4.90sec 2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) · stock
Average 0–60 8.02sec Across 27 production runs
Fastest Modified 4.40sec 2005 Hennessey Venom 800 Twin Turbo SRT-10 Quad Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 16.00sec @ 87.3 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 12.00sec 1997 LT Regular
Across 27 verified production runs, the Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from 4.90 to 12.00 seconds 0–60, with a 8.02-second average. 3 modified or prototype runs are recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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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 | Production Tests | Notes |
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| 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 production 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 | 7.57s | 4.90s — 2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) | 16 | The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM generation (2002–2008) averaged 7.57 seconds to 60 mph across 16 production tests, led by the 2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) at 4.90 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. A further 2 results from 2 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average. |
| BR/BE | 1994–2001 | 9.45s | 8.50s — 1996 Sport Regular Cab | 8 | The BR/BE generation (1994–2001) averaged 9.45 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 1996 Sport Regular Cab at 8.50 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 245 hp across 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L Supercharger V8, 5.9L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
DS/DJ 2009–2018
Avg 0–60 6.60s
Fastest 5.70s
Tests 3
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 production 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 7.57s
Fastest 4.90s
Tests 16
2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed)
The DR/DH/D1/DC/DM generation (2002–2008) averaged 7.57 seconds to 60 mph across 16 production tests, led by the 2004 SRT-10 Regular Cab (6.3 ft. Bed) at 4.90 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. A further 2 results from 2 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average.
BR/BE 1994–2001
Avg 0–60 9.45s
Fastest 8.50s
Tests 8
1996 Sport Regular Cab
The BR/BE generation (1994–2001) averaged 9.45 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 1996 Sport Regular Cab at 8.50 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 245 hp across 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L Supercharger V8, 5.9L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
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Dodge Ram 1500 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
27 production tests + 3 modified · 11 years ▾
2009 Dodge Ram 1500
3 production runs Avg 0–60 6.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.10 sec
Production Tests 3
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport R/T Regular Cab (6.4 ft. Bed)
5.70sec 0–60
14.40s ¼ mi @ 93.4 mph
▾
- 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
- #7 of 27 production runs
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed)
6.70sec 0–60
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
- #8 of 27 production runs
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed)
7.40sec 0–60
15.70s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 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
- #10 of 27 production runs
How we verify Dodge Ram 1500 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. 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 verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Dodge Ram 1500 performance FAQs
10 questions 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
MotorWeek
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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