Warlock Engines Explained: Pentastar vs Hurricane vs HEMI (2026 Ram 1500)

If you are shopping the 2026 Ram 1500 Warlock, your choice starts with the engine. Standard power is the 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 with the eTorque mild hybrid system, rated at 305 horsepower and 269 pound feet of torque. It is the value play, pairing smooth commuting manners with lower ownership costs and the eight speed automatic.

For more punch, the 3.0 liter Hurricane standard output twin turbo inline six brings 420 horsepower and 469 pound feet of torque. It is the sweet spot for towing and passing power without the thirsty feel of older big eights. Pricing guidance from recent order guides shows this engine typically adds $1,695 to a Warlock build.

If you want the sound and shove, the 5.7 liter HEMI V8 with eTorque returns for 2026 at 395 horsepower and 410 pound feet of torque. It is positioned as an option on most 2026 Ram 1500 trims, and adds about $2,895 to a Warlock build according to the same pricing chart. Ram has publicly confirmed the HEMI’s return across the 1500 lineup.

Now the money part. Ram’s site currently lists the Warlock with a base price of $51,815 before destination; the destination fee shown across the lineup is $2,095. Earlier order guide reporting pegged a $46,875 vehicle price before destination, which helps explain why you will see some variation from article to article as the configurator and dealer inventory caught up. Real dealer listings for Hurricane powered Warlocks are landing in the mid to high $50,000s as equipped.