All 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 2WD Regular Cab Experts' Reviews
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Base MSRP
Brand new
$ 26,020 - 34,355
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Avg Price
Used
$ 16,559
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Review details
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2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega Cab 4x4 SB Laramie
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By Rob Rothwell
Thursday, April 24, 2008
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (70%) |
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| Accessories (82%) |
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| Space and Access (98%) |
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| Comfort (85%) |
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| Performance (90%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (67%) |
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| Safety (90%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (70%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (70%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (70%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (90%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (90%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (80%) |
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| Sound system (70%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (100%) |
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| Rear space and access (100%) |
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| Cargo space and access (100%) |
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| Storage capacity (100%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (90%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (80%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (90%) |
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| Noise level (80%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (90%) |
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| Engine output (100%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (90%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (80%) |
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| Handling (70%) |
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| Braking (70%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (50%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (90%) |
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| Mirrors (90%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (90%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (90%) |
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None
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Cabin is not as upscale as some competitors
Long reach to audio controls
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Huge cabin
Locomotive-like diesel power
Impressive ride quality
Full of features
Excellent fuel economy
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Esthetics (70%) |
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| Accessories (92%) |
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| Space and Access (100%) |
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| Comfort (55%) |
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| Road Handling (40%) |
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| Engine and Transmission (75%) |
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| Security (90%) |
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| Esthetics |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (60%) |
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| Exterior Finish (80%) |
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| Interior Finish (60%) |
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| Accessories |
| Commodities and Equipment (100%) |
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| Instrumentation and Controls (80%) |
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| General Ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning (100%) |
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| Audio System (100%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front Room and Access (100%) |
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| Rear Room and Access (100%) |
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| Storage Capacity (100%) |
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| Access to the mechanical components (100%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (60%) |
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| Driving Position (80%) |
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| Suspension (60%) |
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| Sound Level (20%) |
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| Road Handling |
| Steering (60%) |
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| Road Handling (40%) |
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| Braking (20%) |
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| Engine and Transmission |
| Overall Performance (80%) |
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| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Kick Down (60%) |
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| Changing Gears (80%) |
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| Security |
| Air Bags (80%) |
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| Traction Control / Stability Control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (100%) |
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| Visibility (100%) |
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No red lights
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Voracious fuel consumption, even with the diesel
Darn near impossible to park
A longer Quad Cab would've been sufficient
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It commands respect on the road
Tractor trailer towing capacity with Cummins engine
Spacious rear-seat accommodations, of course
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Auto journalist & Consumer Ratings
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Consumer Rating
n/a
(0 ratings)
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