2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Regular Cab Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft | Save 2 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Regular Cab LS Pickup 2D 8 ft | Save 3 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Regular Cab LT Pickup 2D 8 ft | Save 4 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Extended Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 5 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Crew Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 6 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Extended Cab LS Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 7 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Extended Cab LT Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 8 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Crew Cab LS Pickup 4D 8 ft | Save 9 of 9 ![]() Silverado 3500 Crew Cab LT Pickup 4D 8 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $8,709 | $9,212 | $9,371 | $9,909 | $11,503 | $16,860 | $16,900 | $18,350 | $18,628 | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | ||
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 10,300 lbs | 12,000 lbs | 10,300 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 12,000 lbs | 12,000 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 12,000 lbs | 12,000 lbs | ||
| Payload | 4,658 pounds | 5,511 pounds | 4,658 pounds | 4,088 pounds | 3,989 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 4,088 pounds | 5,169 pounds | 3,989 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl | V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl | V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl | V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl | ||
| Curb Weight | 4,942 pounds | 5,889 pounds | 4,942 pounds | 5,712 pounds | 5,911 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 5,712 pounds | 6,231 pounds | 5,911 pounds |
| Emergency & Security Services | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 4942 pounds | 5889 pounds | 4942 pounds | 5712 pounds | 5911 pounds | 6053 pounds | 5712 pounds | 6231 pounds | 5911 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 10.6 inches | 10.6 inches | 10.6 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 249 inches | 258.5 inches | 249 inches | 249 inches | 258.5 inches | 258.5 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 4658 pounds | 5511 pounds | 4658 pounds | 4088 pounds | 3989 pounds | 5347 pounds | 4088 pounds | 5169 pounds | 3989 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 71 feet | Not Available | 74 feet | Not Available | ||
| Turning Diameter | 43.7 feet | 43.7 feet | 43.7 feet | 50.7 feet | 53.5 feet | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | 53.5 feet | 53.5 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 133 inches | 133 inches | 133 inches | 157.5 inches | 167 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 167 inches | 167 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 79.7 inches | 79.7 inches | 96.1 inches | 79.7 inches | 96.1 inches | 79.7 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2006 Silverado 3500 trims have turbo engines: LS Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl, LT Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, 6.6L Turbo Dsl, etc. The following 2006 Silverado 3500 trims do not have turbo engines: Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, LS Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, etc.
Is the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2006 Silverado 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the LT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Silverado 3500 have?
The 2006 Silverado 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the LT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower.



