Darling's Chrysler Dodge Ram at 439 Western Ave carries the new RAM 1500 for buyers across Augusta, Waterville, Hallowell, Gardiner, Winthrop, Oakland, and Sidney. The RAM 1500 is the truck that changed what full-size pickups are supposed to feel like inside — and then kept raising the bar. It rides like nothing else in its class, tows over 11,000 pounds with the right configuration, and offers an interior that ranges from work-ready vinyl to massage seats and a 23-speaker sound system depending on how far up the trim ladder you climb. If you are truck shopping in Augusta, there is a reason the RAM 1500 keeps ending up on the short list.

Highlights: Full-size truck with the smoothest ride in its class | Available HEMI V8, Hurricane twin-turbo I6, and Pentastar V6 powertrains | Towing capacity over 11,000 lbs with the Hurricane engine | Ten trim levels from work-ready Tradesman to luxury Tungsten | Crew Cab and Quad Cab with multiple bed lengths

Great for: Augusta contractors who need a Tradesman that works as hard as they do | Families on Western Ave who want a crew cab that rides like an SUV | Outdoors enthusiasts towing boats to Belgrade Lakes or snowmobiles to Rangeley | Anyone who has driven a RAM 1500 and cannot go back to anything else

New RAM 1500 Engines in Augusta, ME

This is where the RAM 1500 separates itself. The standard Pentastar V6 with eTorque handles daily driving and light towing without complaint. The Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six is the engine most buyers are talking about — it makes 420 horsepower in standard output and 540 horsepower in high output, and it tows more than the HEMI while using less fuel. Speaking of which — the HEMI V8 is back. The 5.7-liter V8 is available again for buyers who want that specific sound and feel that only a pushrod V8 delivers. Three engine families, each with a different personality, and all of them available right here on Western Ave. That kind of powertrain choice does not exist anywhere else in the full-size truck segment.

RAM 1500 Trims — From Job Site to Luxury

The RAM 1500 lineup runs ten trims deep, and they are not just different paint colors with different names. The Tradesman is stripped down and built to work — vinyl floors, a trailer hitch, and heavy-duty shocks for hauling materials across Augusta job sites. The Express and Big Horn add comfort and tech for drivers who want more from their daily ride. The Warlock brings blacked-out off-road styling with a suspension lift for drivers who want their truck to look like it means business. The Laramie hits the luxury sweet spot with leather, heated and ventilated seats, and a 12-inch touchscreen. The Rebel goes off-road with 33-inch all-terrain tires, Bilstein shocks, and skid plates. And the Limited, Limited Longhorn, and Tungsten push into territory that makes luxury SUV owners look twice at what a truck cabin can be.

Towing and Hauling from Augusta

The RAM 1500 tows over 11,600 pounds when properly equipped with the Hurricane engine — that covers boats heading to Belgrade Lakes, campers going up to Moosehead, and enclosed trailers that contractors pull between Augusta and Waterville every day. Payload capacity tops out over 2,300 pounds for loading the bed with building materials, firewood, or whatever the job calls for. The available trailer tow technology package adds a surround-view camera, trailer reverse steering control, and blind spot monitoring that extends to whatever you are pulling. Towing in Maine means backing a boat down a narrow ramp at a lake you have never been to — the RAM 1500's tech makes that situation a lot less stressful.

The RAM 1500 Ride in Augusta, ME

This is the part that surprises people who have not driven a current RAM 1500. The coil spring rear suspension — standard on every trim — delivers a ride that is genuinely smooth on I-95, Route 202, and the rough patches on Capitol Street that shake everything else in the class. Higher trims add air suspension that lowers the truck for easier entry and raises it for off-road clearance or improved towing posture. Your passengers will not believe they are in a truck. Your back will thank you after an hour on the highway. That ride quality is the single biggest reason RAM 1500 owners do not switch back. Get your trade in value online and see what your current truck or vehicle is worth toward a new RAM 1500.

New RAM 1500 Financing in Augusta

Our finance department structures deals on new RAM 1500 trucks across every trim level. Apply for financing online before you come in so you know your numbers before you start comparing Tradesmans and Laramies. Buying and leasing options are both available, and our team can walk you through which structure makes more sense based on how you use your truck and how many miles you put on it. Business owners — ask about commercial financing and fleet terms.

Drive One on Western Ave

Schedule a test drive and take a RAM 1500 down I-95, through Augusta, and over the roads you actually drive. That is the only way to understand why the ride feels different from everything else in this class. If you want to compare trims, bring questions — our team knows the lineup inside and out and can tell you exactly which configuration matches what you need. Contact us and we will have the right truck pulled up and ready when you get here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a new RAM 1500 near Augusta, ME?

Darling's Chrysler Dodge Ram at 439 Western Ave in Augusta carries the new RAM 1500 across multiple trims and configurations. Check online or contact us for the most current inventory on the lot.

Q: Does the new RAM 1500 come with a V8 near Augusta?

Yes. The HEMI V8 is back and available on select RAM 1500 trims. The Hurricane twin-turbo I6 and Pentastar V6 are also available, giving Augusta buyers three engine families to choose from.

Q: How much can the new RAM 1500 tow near Augusta, ME?

The RAM 1500 tows over 11,600 pounds when properly equipped with the Hurricane engine. That covers boats, campers, enclosed trailers, and most recreational and work towing needs for Augusta-area drivers.

Q: What is the most popular RAM 1500 trim near Augusta?

The Big Horn and Laramie are consistently popular with Augusta-area buyers. The Big Horn offers strong value with modern features, while the Laramie adds leather, heated seats, and premium technology.

Q: Does the RAM 1500 have a smooth ride near Augusta, ME?

Yes. The RAM 1500's coil spring rear suspension is standard on every trim and delivers the smoothest ride in the full-size truck class. Higher trims add available air suspension for an even more refined experience.

Q: Can I test drive a new RAM 1500 near Augusta?

Yes. Darling's Chrysler Dodge Ram has new RAM 1500 inventory available for test drives. Schedule online and drive one on I-95, Route 202, and the roads around Augusta, Waterville, and Hallowell.