Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Ram 2500/3500, What's New for '06 2006 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 and Power Wagon Feature Highlights Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2005 - Models Dodge Ram 2500 ST, SLT or Laramie available in 4x2, 4x4, regular or Quad Cab™ with short or long box with single rear wheels Dodge Ram 3500 ST, SLT or Laramie available in 4x2, 4x4, regular or Quad Cab with short box (single rear wheels) or long box (single or dual rear wheels) Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Sport model (4x2, 4x4, regular or Quad Cab, offers SLT Options, six-foot bed only—new for 2006) Powertrain 5.7-liter HEMI® Magnum V-8 engine (standard on all models) 5.9-liter High Output Cummins® Turbo Diesel I-6 (optional on all models) NV4500HD five-speed manual overdrive transmission (standard with 5.7-liter V-8 engine) G56 six-speed manual overdrive transmission (standard with 5.9-liter I-6) 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission (optional with 5.7-liter V-8 engine) 48RE four-speed automatic overdrive transmission (optional with 5.9-liter I-6 engine) Standard manual NV271 transfer case or optional NV273 electronic transfer case on 4x4 models 3.73 (standard) or 4.10 (optional) rear axle ratio 2500 = Maximum payload of 3,240 lbs., maximum trailer weight of 13,300 lbs. and maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 20,000 lbs. 3500 = Maximum payload of 5,200 lbs., maximum trailer weight of 16,350 lbs. and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 23,000 lbs. Chassis Re-engineered fuel system to meet LEV II and ORVR requirements (new for 2006) Redesigned 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels standard on Sport package, optional on Laramie models (new for 2006) 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) Body and Exterior Thicker front door glass and re-engineered door seals for reduced wind noise contributes to interior cabin quietness (new for 2006) Polymer constraint layer on front of dash panel for enhanced engine and road noise abatement (new for 2006) Redesigned headlamps, grille, front fascia and fender assemblies (new for 2006) Enhanced headlamp performance (new for 2006) Optional power sliding backlight (new for 2006) Available in nine colors, including Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat and Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat (both new for 2006) Interior Redesigned instrument panel (new for 2006—includes wider center stack, reduced-glare panel cluster, new HVAC controls) with four trim levels (ST, monochrome; SLT, woodgrain; Laramie, wood/metal; Sport, metallic) Optional full-screen navigation radio (new for 2006) Optional DVD rear seat entertainment system on Quad Cabs (new for 2006) Optional front bucket seats with full center console available on SLT, Sport package and Laramie (new for 2006) Rear seat ladder-style headrests on Quad Cab (new for 2006) Enhanced seat design includes enhanced leather offerings and French-stitched sew lines (new for 2006) Upscale finishes, including Maple Pommele accents on instrument panel and doors and Satin Silver II accents on control knobs (new for 2006) Interior color offerings: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray (new for 2006) Safety Advanced multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags with Occupant Classification System (OCS) Passenger air bag on/off switch (regular cab) Optional supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) Height-adjustable three-point seat belts and constant force retractors with pretensioners (front seats) Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchor system Power door locks Remote Keyless Entry Security alarm Sentry Key® engine immobilizer 2006 Power Wagon Feature Highlights Models Power Wagon regular cab Long Box 4x4 Power Wagon Quad Cab Short Box 4x4 Powertrain 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission or G56 six-speed manual transmission NV271 manual shift two-speed part-time transfer case American Axle TracRite® axles with front open and rear anti-spin electrically locking differentials 4.56 axle ratio Chassis Front electric disconnecting stabilizer bar LT285/70R17 BF Goodrich all-terrain tires Unique 17" x 8" forged aluminum wheels Unique 35mm front and 25mm rear springs Bilstein monotube front and rear shocks with yellow and blue color scheme Unique front and rear jounce bumpers and spacers Trailer Tow Group Tow hooks Steel transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Exterior Redesigned headlamps, grille, front fascia and fender assemblies (new for 2006) Available in nine colors, including Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat and Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat (both new for 2006) Front electric winch (12,000-lb.) Chrome grille surround with black honeycomb grille Black upper front fascia with chrome bumper Black grained front and rear fender flares Black bodyside molding Power Wagon badges on doors and tailgate HEMI badge on door Fog lamps Optional power sun roof on Quad Cab Interior Redesigned instrument panel (new for 2006—includes wider center stack, reduced-glare panel cluster, new HVAC controls) Optional front bucket seats with full center console (new for 2006) Rear seat ladder-style headrests on Quad Cab (new for 2006) Enhanced seat design includes enhanced leather offerings and French-stitched sew lines (new for 2006) Upscale finishes, including Maple Pommele accents on instrument panel and doors and Satin Silver II accents on control knobs (new for 2006) Interior color offerings: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray (new for 2006) Heavy-duty vinyl 40/20/40 front seat (and rear seat with Quad Cab) and vinyl floor standard Premium cloth and leather seating optional (includes carpeted floor and floor mats) Heated front seats optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio optional on Quad Cab(a) UConnect™ Hands Free Communication optional (a) “SIRIUS” is a registered trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.