2026 Ram 1500 RHO Arrives in the UAE: A New Desert Beast Built for Pure Power
If you love desert runs, dune climbs, and trucks that feel unstoppable, the UAE has a new star to watch closely. The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO has officially made its presence known, and this model is already being called the next evolution of the TRX spirit, lighter, smarter, faster, and built to dominate the region’s toughest terrains.
At Drive UAE, we’re always tracking the most exciting arrivals in the performance and off-road world. The Ram 1500 RHO easily stands out as one of the boldest machines heading into 2026.
A Powerhouse Engine Designed for Desert Performance
The heart of the 2026 RHO is the high-output 3.0L Hurricane engine, packing:
- 540 horsepower
- 706 Nm of torque
This gives the RHO serious muscle, and it even outperforms rivals like the Ford Raptor in key capability stats.
Towing? Up to 8,380 lbs.
Payload? 1,490 lbs.
Drive confidence? Off the charts.
Its Bilstein® Black Hawk® e2 adaptive shock system adjusts in real time, helping the truck stay composed whether you’re deep in the dunes or cruising on Dubai’s highways.
And with nine drive modes, including Mud/Sand, Baja, Rock, Sport, and Tow, this truck is built to adapt to anything the UAE landscape throws at it.
Engineered for Extreme Off-Roading
This is where the RHO flexes its true personality.
- Stands two inches taller than the standard Ram 1500
- Up to 11.8 inches of ground clearance
- 14 inches of rear suspension travel
- Advanced air-spring suspension
- Bilstein Black Hawk e2 shocks
- High-speed e-locker rear axle
- Launch Control for sharper take-offs
With capability this serious, the RHO is not just another off-roader, it’s a desert weapon built for UAE thrill-seekers.
A Bold, Muscular Exterior
One look is all it takes to know the 2026 Ram 1500 RHO means business.
Its design features include:
- Aggressive textured upper grille
- New aerodynamic front bumper
- Blacked-out RHO badging
- Massive 35-inch off-road tyres
- 18-inch beadlock-capable wheels
- Dual 5-inch sport exhaust tips
- Powered tailgate
- Full LED lighting
From Liwa to Hatta, this truck is built to turn heads long before it kicks up a single grain of sand.
Luxury Meets Utility Inside
Step inside and you enter a cabin built around comfort, performance, and next-gen tech.
Key Interior Highlights:
- 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen — biggest in its class
- 10.25-inch passenger touchscreen for entertainment and navigation
- Optional 19-speaker Harman Kardon® audio system
- 12-inch digital driver cluster with custom animations
- Performance steering wheel with aluminum paddle shifters
- Leather-trimmed seats with 12-way power and heating
- Class-exclusive reclining rear seats
- Console-mounted performance shifter
- Dual wireless charging pads
This is luxury built for long hauls, desert adventures, and everything in between.
Advanced Safety and Driver Assistance
Ram didn’t stop at performance, the RHO also packs premium safety features:
- Hands-Free Active Driving Assist
- ParkSense Automated Parking
- Drowsy Driver Detection
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Intersection Collision Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Digital rearview mirror
- Onboard 110-volt power outlets with up to 2 kW inverter
Whether you’re on winding mountain roads or navigating tight city spots, the RHO helps keep you protected at every turn.
Now Available in the UAE
The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO has officially rolled into the UAE, and it’s already attracting attention from off-road fans and American truck enthusiasts alike.
Available Variants (UAE-spec GCC Models):
- Flame Red — $82,300
- Diamond Black — $85,000
540HP | 3.0TT | 2026 Model | GCC Specs
If you’re someone who wants a truck built for extreme power, bold presence, and next-gen comfort, the RHO is one model you’ll want to get behind the wheel of.
Stay tuned with Drive UAE as we continue to bring you the latest automotive news, launches, and performance updates across the UAE market.