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2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X Returns With Rough Road Cruise Control and $91,175 Starting Price

Customer-driven package returns with exclusive terrain-focused cruise control, Hurricane I-6 power, and more equipment.

  • Rebel X returns to Canada for 2026 after prior customer demand.

  • Rough Road Cruise Control operates off-road up to 32 km/h.

  • Pricing starts at $91,175 including fees and Level 2 package.


The 2026 model year marks the return of the Ram 1500 Rebel X, rejoining the brand’s light-duty pickup portfolio by popular demand. The package is offered as an upgrade to the Rebel configured with the Level 2 Equipment Group and the 3.0-litre SO Hurricane Twin Turbo inline-six engine.

2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X | Photo: Stellantis

Output from the SO Hurricane Twin Turbo I-6 is rated at 420 horsepower and 469 lb.-ft. of torque. Interesting though that may be, the defining feature of the Rebel X is Rough Road Cruise Control, a terrain-responsive system exclusive to this package. The system maintains a preset speed of up to 32 km/h in off-road conditions and automatically adjusts suspension damping and steering effort based on surface conditions.

Beyond software enhancements, the Rebel X retains the Rebel’s mechanical off-road hardware. Standard equipment includes a one-inch suspension lift, Bilstein monotube shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, skid plates, front tow hooks, and black 18-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-terrain tires. For 2026, Rebel X also introduces Tank Clear-Coat, a new exterior finish inspired by military green tones.

2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X | Photo: Stellantis

The package builds on the Rebel Level 2 Equipment Group with added interior and exterior identifiers. A dual-pane panoramic sunroof, console-mounted leather-wrapped performance shifter, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters are included. Seating surfaces combine leather and vinyl with red accent stitching. A red-accented, glass-encased “Rebel X” badge appears on the centre console, while exterior bedside graphics visually distinguish the model.

Technology content features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen. A 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display and dual wireless charging pads are also fitted. Audio is delivered through a 19-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, an eight-way power passenger seat with lumbar support, and a heated leather steering wheel are included.

Canadian orders for the 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X are now open. Pricing starts at $91,175, including destination and the Rebel Level 2 Equipment Group.

2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X | Photo: Stellantis

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Matt St-Pierre
Matt St-Pierre
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