Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Ram Mega Cab, What's New for '06 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Feature Highlights Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2005 - Models Dodge Ram Mega Cab SLT (1500, 2500, 3500; 4x2, 4x4) Dodge Ram Mega Cab Laramie (1500, 2500, 3500; 4x2, 4x4) All models based on Dodge Ram heavy-duty structure Powertrain 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine with 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission (base engine/transmission on 1500, 2500 models) 5.9-liter High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 with G56 six-speed manual overdrive transmission (optional on 2500 models, standard on 3500 models) 5.9-liter High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 with 48RE four-speed automatic transmission (optional on 2500; standard on 3500 models) Electronic transfer case (standard on 4x4) 3.73 (standard) or 4.10 (optional) rear axle ratio (4.10 not available with diesel/manual powertrain) 1500 = maximum payload of 2,370 lbs., maximum trailer weight of 8,700 lbs. and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 15,000 lbs. (preliminary figures) 2500 = maximum payload of 2,590 lbs., maximum trailer weight of 12,850 lbs. and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 20,000 lbs. (preliminary figures) 3500 = maximum payload of 3,090 lbs., maximum trailer weight of 15,850 lbs. and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 23,000 lbs. (preliminary figures) Chassis 13.9-inch brake rotors with anti-lock braking system (standard) Electronic Variable Brake Proportioning (EVBP) for consistent, balanced front-to-rear braking during light loads (standard) Independent front suspension (standard on two-wheel-drive models) Rigid beam front axle with five-link coil-spring suspension (standard on four-wheel-drive models) Rear suspension: heavy-duty solid axle and longitudinal leaf springs Specifically tuned monotube front and rear shocks Rack and pinion steering system (standard on two-wheel-drive models) Recirculating ball steering system (standard on four-wheel-drive models) provides quickest steering ratio in industry (13.4:1) Exterior First full-size, full-four-door truck in Dodge Ram portfolio-10-inch longer doors when compared with Quad Cab™ offerings Nine available exterior colors: Black Clear Coat, Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat, Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat, Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat, Atlantic Blue Pearl Coat and Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat Distinguished by Ram-signature chrome crosshair grille surround with billet horizontal cross bars, contemporary headlamp design (dual lamp system) Large front and rear (chrome) bumpers Body-color matched front fascia with integrated fog lamps and available chrome front fascia appliqué (optional) Optional power-sliding rear backlight Bodyside molding on SLT, chrome bodyside molding on Laramie Chrome badges and/or signifying script on front fender, doors, tailgate and C-pillar Optional power sun roof Interior Largest interior cargo volume (72.2 cu. ft.) Largest cargo volume behind rear seat (7.7 cu. ft.) Largest flat floor load area (24.9 sq. ft.) Largest second-row leg room (44.2 inches) Largest rear door opening (34.5 inches wide, 35.5 inches high) Largest rear door open angle (85 degrees) Six-person passenger capacity Fold-flat 60/40 split full-size rear bench seating Reclining rear seats (industry-first application in a pickup truck) Rear storage bins deliver 1.8 cu. ft. of covered storage Interior color offerings: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray Optional full-screen navigation radio Optional rear-seat DVD entertainment system Optional heated front seats and optional bucket seats w/center console Premium cloth and leather seating optional (includes carpeted floor and floor mats) Optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio(a) Optional UConnect™ Hands-free Communication System Safety and Security Advanced multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags and knee bolsters Industry-largest side curtain air bag (exclusive offering in crew-cab class) Height-adjustable three-point seat belts (front and rear outboard) and constant force retractors with pretensioners (front seats) Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchorage system Power adjustable pedals Power door locks Remote keyless entry Security alarm Sentry Key® engine immobilizer "SIRIUS" is a registered trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.