Ram’s CEO has revealed the upcoming Ramcharger will embrace V8s. This stands in contrast to the similar Grand Wagoneer, which has an inline-six. The upcoming full-size SUV will also get a unique design and feel. Ram has been teasing the Ramcharger for months and has previously said the SUV will go into production in 2028 at the Warren Truck Plant in Michigan. The company has also confirmed the model will be offered with an internal combustion engine as well as a range-extended powertrain. This was hardly surprising as the aforementioned plant also makes the Jeep Grand Wagoneer. As a result, it was only natural to assume the two models would share powertrains. More: Three All-New Rams Arrive By 2030 Including A Ramcharger This meant we could expect a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with 420 hp (313 kW / 426 PS) and 468 lb-ft (635 Nm) of torque. It would likely be joined by the Wagoneer REEV’s range-extended powertrain, which combines a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with a 92 kWh battery pack and a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that acts as a generator. This gives the model a combined output of 647 hp (482 kW / 656 PS) and 620 lb-ft (840 Nm) of torque, which enables it to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in five seconds flat and have a range in excess of 500 miles (805 km). However, Stellantis recently hinted at additional powertrains as they confirmed a Grand Wagoneer SRT and Ramcharger SRT during their investor day event. Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has now explained how the two models will be similar, but different. A V8 Attitude Speaking with The Drive, Kuniskis said the Ramcharger would be more truck-like and “more V8-based.” In effect, it will embrace true Ram ethos and eschew the mistakes of the past. This implies the Ramcharger could have an engine lineup that closely echoes the new Rumble Bee. It could start with a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 producing 395 hp (295 kW / 400 PS) and 410 lb-ft (555 Nm) of torque. Customers may also find a 6.4-liter Hemi V8 pumping out 470 hp (350 kW / 477 PS) and 455 lb-ft (616 Nm). The aforementioned SRT variant would undoubtedly use the supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8, which develops 777 hp (579 kW / 788 PS) and 680 lb-ft (921 Nm) of torque. This enables the 1500 TRX SRT to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.5 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). Kuniskis went on to say the Ramcharger and Grand Wagoneer need to “look, feel, and act different.” This is especially important as they’ll be located on the same dealer lot. That stands in stark contrast to key competitors as Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, and Lincoln all have separate showrooms for their own full-size SUVs. However, Kuniskis said they purposely parked the Ramcharger and Grand Wagoneer side-by-side to ensure they look different. The outspoken executive implied the relationship will be a bit like the old Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger. Both had unique designs and separate customers, despite having a lot in common. In particular, the Charger was known for high-performance, while the 300 focused on luxury. Reading between the lines, it sounds like that formula could be echoed with the Grand Wagoneer and Ramcharger. The former will likely focus on comfort and amenities, while Ram chases performance and fun.