2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test
Not Tested
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
City / HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
325 -330
Seats
6
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Carolyn H
The engine was built to last. I expect to put at least 300000 miles on it. I don't like rust is showing up on the fender.
It is a highly desired vehicle. It will hold its value.
accountCircle Jim U
I like that it's a heavy duty truck. Great quality for my money.
I bought my truck brand new and it has been amazing for hauling my boat along with farm equipment. It has really held up with little to no problems.
accountCircle Sonja B
I love my 2006 Crew Cab Dodge Cummins. It is a reliable and tough vehicle. We have pulled other vehicles out of the mud, regularly pull a trailer, and roll down the highway with ease. This is a tough truck and already has nearly 200,000 miles on it, but is going strong.
Tough and Reliable Heavy Duty Truck Can Go Anywhere and Do Anything
accountCircle John G
That it is 4x4 And loves the open country.
I love the off roading capabilities. I receive great gas mileage. And it is very roomy.
accountCircle Lisa B
It's a dodge ram 2500 with a cummins engine and dual exhaust
I like the look. I like the sound of the hemi engine. I don't like that it's starting to rust
accountCircle Joe H
Dodge Ram 2500 mega cab with the 5. 9 Cummins diesel.
Great truck. Gets around in winter when everybody else has to stay home. Front end was under built but now that I have upgraded pretty much everything it does awesome. Mega cab has mega room inside. The inline 6 cylinder diesel is a beast and gets pretty decent mileage. Love this truck.
accountCircle Rhonda B
It is a work horse and it can haul almost anything.
I love the size and the durability of the truck. My only complaint is the wiring issues that dodge has.
accountCircle Charles T
Dodge the only way to drive.
Great drive and handling. Great fuel economy. Lots of power. Pulls my RV great. 220612 miles and counting. Strong comfortable reliable. Holds its value. I've owned every truck made Dodge stands alone. No other compares. The 5. 6 diesel 6 cylinder definitely gets 26 hwy 22 city.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Russ P
Cummins is great... The rest... Well... Meh!
Engine is awesome. The rest of the car is falling apart. The truck has 165,000 miles and the seats are broken, the water pump has been replaced, the transmission went out, the power steering pump went out, the ac has been replaced twice, the ac fan has been replaced twice, the ac relay inside the cab has been replaced several times. Everything is falling apart outside of the Cummins motor.
accountCircle william c
Heavy duty trucks, toughness comes at a price
Performance is good in terms of power, towing and overall capability. Fuel economy is poor but that is par for the course in large heavy duty pickups. Reliability is average and repairs have been relatively cheap and minor.

Dodge Ram 2500 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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ST
325-330 HP 6 Seats
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SLT
325-330 HP 6 Seats
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Laramie
325-330 HP 6 Seats
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2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Reviews

4.50
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5 stars 58%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle John M on March 20, 2021
It is very dependable. I never have to worry about it.
I like the size which allows me to move stuff around. I love that I sit higher from the ground. I feel safer .
accountCircle Russ P on January 9, 2021
Cummins is great... The rest... Well... Meh!
Engine is awesome. The rest of the car is falling apart. The truck has 165,000 miles and the seats are broken, the water pump has been replaced, the transmission went out, the power steering pump went out, the ac has been replaced twice, the ac fan has been replaced twice, the ac relay inside the cab has been replaced several times. Everything is falling apart outside of the Cummins motor.
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Pros from Owners

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The sturdy ness and the space in the trunk. It has very comfortable front seats. It handles like a dream. Great for driving in rough roads, rough weather. But also good for safe daily commuting. It turns on a dime and has good AC.

Cons from Owners

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The back seat space is very limited. It is very tall, to very accessible. The cup holders are very poor. It is not very appealing from an aesthetic perspective, looking not very distinct from other pickup make and models,

Ranks #7 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 has an average owner rating of 4.55 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 20 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Is The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 A Good Car?

Somewhat good vehicle. There's something wrong with transmission lately.Haven't driven out in months. And have tried everything so far.
Jennifer N.

How Reliable Is The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500?

It used to be reliable now it won't move at all when I put it in gear and has been this way for two months now so far.
Jennifer N.

Is The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 A Good Value?

I don't recall the price but I remember thinking to myself that it was a good value at the time. I had made payments but now it's paid off.
Jennifer N.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 rear differential fluid type?

Answer: The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 rear differential fluid type iS75W140 GL-5. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Along with fluid changes, terrible sounds will come from the...

What's the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 rear differential fluid capacity?

Answer: The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 rear differential fluid capacity is 1.75 quarts. This part will need to be changed eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to get into...

What are some of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 ignition switch problems?

Answer: The biggest problem with the ignition switch in a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 series is that the switch fails completely. When this happens it means that Your vehicle's ignition system will not work and the truck will...

What's the 2006 dodge ram 2500 starter relay location?

Answer: The starter relay for the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 can be found in the main fuse panel that is under the hood. You should be able to spot it by using the cover that is on the panel since they are all mapped out on...

What's the 2006 dodge ram 2500 lug pattern?

Answer: The lug bolt pattern for a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 truck iS8 X165.1mm. The recommended lug nut torque iS80 to 90 ft-lbs. When takeng the lugs on or off You should make sure that You do not overtighten them. If You...
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Safety & Reliability

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