Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Ram 2500/3500, What's New for '06 2006 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Product Chronology Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2005 - 2005 Model Year Exterior New sun roof available on Quad Cab New tailgate badging strategy: Ram’s Head Badge replaces “Dodge” Nameplate, larger “Heavy Duty” nameplate Interior UConnect Hands Free Communication with Bluetooth™ technology features push-to-talk button in rearview mirror assembly optional on SLT and Laramie SIRIUS Satellite Radio optional on SLT and Laramie Quad Cab (late availability) Chassis New transmission mounts for manual transmissions improve noise, vibration and harshness New diesel in-tank fuel lift pump Power Wagon New for the 2005 model year, the Dodge Ram Power Wagon returns as a new Dodge Ram Heavy Duty model and debuts as the most capable off-road pickup in the industry. Based on the Dodge Ram 2500 and available in either regular or Quad Cab body styles, the Power Wagon is distinguished by: Custom matte-finished wheel flares Two-inch taller stance Custom 17-inch polished forged aluminum wheels and 33-inch tires Specific Power Wagon badging Electric front/rear locking differentials Specific off-road suspension design 4.56 rear axle ratio Custom-built winch in front bumper assembly 2004 Model Year All Cummins Diesel engines are now high output version (2004.5) Box-off model introduced Tow/haul mode included with models with automatic transmission New 48RE four-speed automatic transmission with standard and High Output Cummins diesel engines New exterior color: Deep Molten Red replaces Garnet Red New adjustable rear seat outboard head restraints standard Chrome bodyside moldings standard for Laramie Chrome-surround grille with chrome billet inserts for Laramie standard Heated mirrors optional on SLT and Laramie Chrome-clad wheels now standard on Laramie New available Navigation Radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM Stereo, CD player and DVD-based navigation system Satin Silver door and instrument panel bezels for Laramie 2003 Model Year All-new ST, SLT and Laramie models Dual rear wheels are standard on 3500 series except Quad Cab short box. Single rear wheel is optional on 3500 series Quad Cab short and long box models with diesel engines All models are built on two wheelbases: 140.5 and 160.5 inches 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum OHV, SMPI V-8 with 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter standard diesel engine with 47RE four-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter High Output diesel engine with NV5600 heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission 2002 Model Year 8.0-liter V-10 engine with 47RE four-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission NV271 GII transfer case with part-time four-wheel drive, manual shift NV273 GII transfer case with part-time four-wheel drive, electric shift Frame—Fully boxed rails with hydroformed front and “kickup” sections Rack and pinion steering for two-wheel drive models Precision recirculating ball steering for four-wheel drive models Larger front and rear disc brake rotors Tow hooks—Optional Adjustable pedals—Optional AM/FM stereo with six-disc in-dash CD—Optional Optional supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) Constant-force retractors with pyrotechnic pretensioners on front seats Three-point seat belt for center front passenger—regular cab Three-point seat belt for center rear passenger—Quad Cab Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchor system added to passenger outboard seats in Quad Cab and regular cab 2001 Model Year July 2000 Production Club Cab® body style discontinued Standard four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with dual-piston rear calipers on 2500 and 3500 models User-ready child seat upper anchors on cab back panels January 2000 Production High-output Cummins turbo diesel engine with six-speed manual transmission only (245 horsepower and 505 lb.-ft. of torque) 2000 Model Year 2500 Club Cab body style discontinued New front suspension and steering systems on all models Revised rear suspension systems on 2500 and 3500 models All-new brake system with dual-piston front disc brake calipers and quick-response vacuum booster 1999 Model Year Four-wheel anti-lock brakes standard on 3500 models Upgraded Sport Appearance Group—Front bumper and fascia, grille, quad headlamps 1998 Model Year Quad Cab body style introduced More powerful 5.9-liter Ram Cummins turbo diesel engine (mid-year introduction) Next-generation driver and front passenger air bags (running change)(a) Passenger air bag cutoff switch (regular cab and Quad Cab only) (running change)(b) Removable storage module under rear seats of Quad Cab (mid-year introduction) 1995 Model Year Club Cab model added 1994 Model Year All-new regular cab models introduced Model designations changed to 1500, 2500 and 3500 (a) Quad Cab only. (b) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children 12 years and under.