2026 Ram 5500

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What Is It?

The 2025 Ram 5500 is a high-power, five-seat sedan aimed at buyers who want truck-like performance packaged in a passenger car format. With a 410 hp petrol engine, an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, it accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 8.5 seconds while retaining the familiar seating and access of a conventional five-seat sedan. In the UAE market it presents itself as an alternative for drivers seeking strong straight-line performance and spacious seating without stepping up to a commercial vehicle.

Design & Exterior

Exterior styling follows Ram’s muscular cues translated for a sedan silhouette: a bold grille and pronounced wheel arches that give the 5500 a dominant road presence suitable for Dubai boulevards and Abu Dhabi highways. The stance and proportions are designed to read as substantial on wide Emirati roads while maintaining maneuverability for urban parking. Buyers should confirm local trim and wheel options with dealers, as UAE showrooms may offer specific exterior packages tuned to regional preferences and road conditions.

Interior & Comfort

Inside, the 5500 is configured as a five-seater sedan with comfort-focused appointments expected for this segment. Seating layout suits families and executive drivers alike, with cabin space that accommodates passengers across typical UAE journeys, from city commutes to inter-emirate trips. Given the region’s high temperatures, buyers should verify the strength of the factory air-conditioning system and available comfort packages to ensure consistent cooling and cabin comfort in summer conditions.

Performance & Engine

Performance is led by a 410 hp petrol powertrain mated to an automatic gearbox and front-wheel drive, delivering brisk acceleration for a large sedan—0–100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The petrol engine provides strong mid-range power for rapid highway overtakes on the UAE’s open roads and long stretches between emirates. Buyers should be aware that a high-output petrol engine will generally mean higher fuel consumption than smaller-engine sedans, so expect correspondingly greater fuel use on both urban and highway cycles.

Safety & Tech Features

Safety and technology specifications can vary by market and trim, so UAE buyers should check exact equipment with local dealers. Given the car’s performance, confirm the presence of stability control, multiple airbags, advanced driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, and parking aids to suit tight city garages and multi-storey car parks. Verify also the availability of heat-resilient materials and software calibrations adapted for Gulf temperatures.

Why Buy It in the UAE?

The 2025 Ram 5500 is attractive in the UAE for drivers who prioritise strong petrol performance, comfortable five-seat practicality and a commanding road presence that suits spacious urban avenues and long highway runs. Its acceleration and high power output are well-matched to the UAE’s generous speed limits on major highways, while the sedan format keeps daily usability practical. Prospective owners should weigh fuel costs—petrol prices in AED—and confirm region-specific tuning and cooling packages to ensure reliability in extreme heat.

Price Range

Starting price in the UAE: Contact dealer for pricing. UAE buyers should request a quote in AED from authorised Ram dealers to obtain on-the-road pricing, available trim-specific packages and any import or registration costs applicable in each emirate.