Newer doesn’t always mean better, but the more recent models generally outperform the old ones when it comes to the third-gen Chrysler HEMI. For truck lovers, the best years for 5.7L HEMI-powered Ram pickups are 2017 to the present. These powerhouses boast 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. The truck is ideal for work or play and can handle everything from weekend trips to the lake to daily hauls to the job site. For slightly older options, 2013 and 2014 are also excellent model years for the Ram 1500. In fact, the Ram 1500 won Motor Trend’s Truck of the Year award in 2013 and 2014.
If trucks aren’t your style, don’t worry — you can find the third-gen HEMI in various cars and SUVs, too. Fortunately, the 5.7L motor found in Ram trucks, Jeep Grand Cherokees, and even Dodge Chargers is basically the same. That means if you’re looking for the strongest and most reliable model year, your best options are model years 2013 to 2014 or 2017+.
