2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 11  Sierra 3500 Regular Cab Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft | 2 of 11 Sierra 3500 Regular Cab SLE Pickup 2D 8 ft | 3 of 11  Sierra 3500 Extended Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | 4 of 11 Sierra 3500 Regular Cab SL Pickup 2D 8 ft | 5 of 11 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | 6 of 11 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SL Pickup 4D 8 ft | 7 of 11 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | 8 of 11  Sierra 3500 Crew Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 ft | 9 of 11 Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | 10 of 11 Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 ft | 11 of 11 Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SL Pickup 4D 8 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $9,295 | $11,034 | $13,015 | $13,371 | $17,667 | $17,743 | $18,044 | $18,106 | $19,435 | $20,090 | $20,209 | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | 360 @ 3200 RPM | ||
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 10,300 lbs | 10,300 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 15,400 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 16,600 lbs | 16,400 lbs | 16,400 lbs | 16,400 lbs | 16,400 lbs | ||
| Payload | 4,658 pounds | 4,658 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 4,213 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 5,347 pounds | 5,169 pounds | 5,169 pounds | 5,169 pounds | 5,169 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, 6.0 Liter | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | V8, Turbo Diesel, 6.6L | ||
| Curb Weight | 4,942 pounds | 4,942 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 5,687 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 6,053 pounds | 6,231 pounds | 6,231 pounds | 6,231 pounds | 6,231 pounds |
| Emergency & Security Services | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 360 @ 4400 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM | 650 @ 3200 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium | Premium | Premium | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | 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 | 8 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 4942 pounds | 4942 pounds | 6053 pounds | 5687 pounds | 6053 pounds | 6053 pounds | 6053 pounds | 6231 pounds | 6231 pounds | 6231 pounds | 6231 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 41 inches | 41 inches | 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 | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.6 inches | 7.6 inches | 9.1 inches | 7.6 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | 9.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 224.5 inches | 224.5 inches | 249 inches | 224.5 inches | 249 inches | 249 inches | 249 inches | 258.5 inches | 258.5 inches | 258.5 inches | 258.5 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 4658 pounds | 4658 pounds | 5347 pounds | 4213 pounds | 5347 pounds | 5347 pounds | 5347 pounds | 5169 pounds | 5169 pounds | 5169 pounds | 5169 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 | 65.2 inches | 65.2 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 71 feet | 71 feet | 74 feet | 71 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | 74 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | Not Available | Not Available | 50.7 feet | 43.8 feet | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | 50.7 feet | Not Available | 53.5 feet | 53.5 feet | 53.5 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 133 inches | 133 inches | 157.5 inches | 133 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 157.5 inches | 167 inches | 167 inches | 167 inches | 167 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 79.7 inches | 79.7 inches | 96.1 inches | 79.7 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches | 96.1 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2006 Sierra 3500 trims have turbo engines: SL Pickup 2D 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 trims do not have turbo engines: Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, SLE Pickup 2D 8 ft with a V8, 6.0 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
Is the GMC Sierra 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2006 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the SL Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Sierra 3500 have?
The 2006 Sierra 3500 ranges in power from the Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 ft with 300 horsepower to the SL Pickup 4D 8 ft with 360 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Sierra 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 specs page.
All 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Trims and Styles
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Regular Cab Work Truck Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Regular Cab SLE Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Regular Cab SL Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SL Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew Cab Work Truck Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SLE Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew Cab SL Pickup 4D 8 Ft
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