Ram has toughened up its popular full-size ute for Australian buyers with the arrival of the 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel. Slotting in alongside the Laramie Sport and Limited trims, the Rebel makes its local debut as the most off-road-focused variant in the line-up. It features a factory-fitted lift, Bilstein off-road suspension, all-terrain tyres, and bolder styling, offering Aussie buyers a ute designed not just for showrooms and city streets, but also for rugged tracks and weekend getaways.
Pricing and range
The Rebel marks its Australian debut priced at $141,950 before on-road costs, the same as the street-oriented Laramie Sport. Sitting above both is the Limited at $159,950, which boasts a more powerful version of Ram’s new six-cylinder engine.
| Variant | Engine | Price (before ORCs) |
| Rebel | 3.0L twin-turbo I6 (313kW/635Nm) | $141,950 |
| Laramie Sport | 3.0L twin-turbo I6 (313kW/635Nm) | $141,950 |
| Limited | 3.0L twin-turbo I6 (403kW/707Nm) | $159,950 |
From America to Australia
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While the Rebel nameplate has been part of Ram’s US range since 2015, this is the first time Australians can buy it locally. Ram Trucks Australia has confirmed that the model is here to stay, complete with equipment that American buyers would typically need to select as options.
What makes the Ram 1500 Rebel different?
Designed for weekend warriors and buyers who want their ute to look as tough as it drives, the Rebel sets itself apart with a more rugged spec sheet:
- Bilstein off-road suspension with one-inch lift
- 32-inch Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tyres on 18-inch alloys
- Fender flares, skid plates, steel bumpers
- Electronic locking rear differential
- Black exterior detailing instead of chrome
Ram has also fitted a full-size tub instead of the RamBox storage system seen on other models, big enough, the company says, to carry a dirt bike with the tailgate shut.
Engine and Capability
Power comes from the standard-output 3.0-litre twin-turbo “Hurricane” inline-six, shared with the Laramie Sport.
| Power | 313kW |
| Torque | 635Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel tank | 98 litres |
| Payload: | 893kg |
| Towing | Up to 4500kg (70mm tow ball) |
For buyers chasing more grunt, the Limited variant upgrades to a 403kW/707Nm high-output version of the same engine, paired with air suspension.
Safety features
The 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel is not only built for rugged terrain but also comes loaded with safety and security features designed for Australian roads. Key inclusions are:
- Airbags: Driver and passenger front-impact airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, curtain airbags for first and second rows, and passenger airbag occupancy sensor
- Seatbelts: Front height-adjustable seatbelts with pre-tensioners
- Braking system: 4-wheel ABS with predictive brake assist
- Stability and traction: Electronic stability control with anti-rollover protection, ABS and driveline traction control
- Driver assistance: Blind Spot Detection warning and Forward Collision Warning-Plus with mitigation
- Parking support: ParkSense front and rear parking sensors
- Security: Panic alarm, Sentry Key engine immobiliser (note: no full security system)
- Visibility aids: Convex spotter mirrors for both driver and passenger sides
- Child protection: Manual rear child safety locks
With this combination of active driver aids and proven safety features, the Rebel strikes a balance between its off-road strength and everyday peace of mind, making it one of the most capable and secure full-size utes in Australia.
Comfort and tech
Unlike its US counterpart, which is more barebones, the Australian-market Rebel arrives with a long list of standard luxuries, including:
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated outer rear seats and steering wheel
- 14.4-inch central infotainment touchscreen
- 10.25-inch passenger display + 12-inch digital cluster
- 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio
- Dual wireless phone chargers
- Panoramic sunroof
Buyers can choose from three colour options: Bright White, Flame Red, and Hydro Blue, each paired with a contrasting black lower section.
Ram 1500 Rebel vs Laramie Sport vs Limited key features
Here’s how the Rebel stacks up against its stablemates in the 2025 Australian line-up:
Rebel highlights
- Off-road Bilstein suspension with 1-inch lift
- 32-inch Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tyres on 18-inch alloys
- Skid plates, steel bumpers, fender flares
- Electronic locking rear differential
- 313kW/635Nm Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six
- Full-size ute tub (no RamBox)
- 14.4-inch infotainment screen + 19-speaker Harman Kardon system
- Panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated seats
- Payload: 893kg | Towing: up to 4500kg
Laramie Sport (adds over Rebel)
- 20-inch alloy wheels, chrome badging, body-coloured trim
- Standard suspension (no lift)
- Black leather upholstery, ambient lighting
- Power side steps, RamBox cargo system, tonneau cover
- Payload: 863kg | More colour choices
Limited (adds over Laramie Sport)
- High-output 403kW/707Nm engine
- Adaptive air suspension with three modes
- Massaging front seats, ventilated rear seats
- Surround-view monitor, switchable digital rear-view mirror
- Larger 125-litre fuel tank
- Payload: 782.5kg | Towing: 4200kg
Rebel vs rivals
Ram’s new off-road ute lands in a growing niche, taking on the Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 and the Ford F-150 Tremor, both of which also target buyers who want more than a city-friendly cruiser.
“Modern ute buyers love the tough-truck look and prefer black over chrome,” said Jeff Barber, managing director of Ram Trucks Australia. “But with the Rebel they also get extra capability, more ground clearance and payload, plus a full-size tub for real-world practicality.”
Sales context
So far in 2025, the Ram 1500 remains Australia’s best-selling US pick-up, with 1656 sales year-to-date. That puts it ahead of the Chevrolet Silverado (1321), Ford F-150 (545) and Toyota Tundra (490).
However, overall numbers are down, Ram sales have declined 15.5% year-over-year, while the US pickup segment as a whole has shrunk 13%.
When can you get it?
The 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel is now on sale, with first customer deliveries scheduled for September 2025.
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