The Ram 1500 Rebel X Returns For 2026

Ram is bringing the Rebel X back for 2026, responding to what the company says was strong customer demand for the more feature-packed version of its light-duty off-road truck.

The Rebel X returns as an upgrade package for the Ram 1500 Rebel, blending added tech, comfort upgrades, and trail-focused hardware into a single bundle. The Rebel X is offered on the Ram 1500 Rebel equipped with the Level 2 Equipment Group and powered exclusively by the 3.0-liter S.O. Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline-six. In this application, the engine produces 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque.

Underneath, the truck retains the Rebel’s core off-road hardware: a one-inch suspension lift, Bilstein monotube shocks front and rear, an electronic locking rear differential, underbody skid plates, tow hooks, and 18-inch black wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-terrain tires.

What separates the Rebel X is the addition of features that Ram positions as both functional and upscale.

Rough Road Cruise Control Headlines

One of the key additions is Rough Road Cruise Control, a system exclusive to the Rebel X. Designed for low-speed trail driving, it maintains a set speed of up to 20 mph while automatically adjusting suspension damping and steering weight based on terrain conditions. The idea is to allow the driver to focus on line choice and obstacles rather than throttle modulation.

The Rebel X also incorporates a console-mounted performance shifter and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, adding a more hands-on feel behind the wheel.

Interior Upgrades and Distinctive Details

The package builds on the Rebel Level 2 Equipment Group and adds a number of interior touches. These include a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, premium leather and vinyl bucket seats with red accent stitching, and a red-accented “Rebel X” badge encased in glass on the center console. Exterior bedside graphics distinguish the truck from a standard Rebel.

Level 2 features remain in place, including a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, and a 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Other available tech includes a 10.25-inch front passenger display and dual wireless charging pads, along with heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel.

New Color Option: Tank Clear-Coat

The 2026 Rebel X also debuts a new paint option called Tank Clear-Coat, described as a military-inspired green. The color will be available on select Ram 1500 models beyond the Rebel X.

With the return of the Rebel X, Ram continues to expand its off-road-oriented offerings in the light-duty segment, positioning the package as a way to combine trail capability with added refinement in a single, factory-backed configuration. Pricing starts at $71,930, including destination, and orders are now open.

This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team.

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