2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $7,875 | $13,750 | $14,050 | $15,850 | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | ||
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 16,600 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 16,600 lbs | ||
| Payload | 5,347 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 5,347 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | ||
| Curb Weight | 6,053 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 6,053 pounds |
| Emergency & Security Services | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 6053 pounds | 6053 pounds | 6053 pounds | 6053 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 249 inches | 249 inches | 249 inches | 249 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 5347 pounds | 5347 pounds | 5347 pounds | 5347 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2006 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab trims have turbo engines: SL Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L, SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L, etc. The following 2006 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab trims do not have turbo engines: Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter.
Is the GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2006 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab have?
The 2006 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower.