Overview & Reviews

For 2006, a diesel engine upgrade is the most significant change to the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD. The Duramax 6.6-liter engine receives a host of power and refinement upgrades, as well as reduced emissions. Additionally, the Allison automatic transmission is now a six-speed, and features a tap-shift range selection mode. The only other noteworthy updates are a new design for the optional power camping/towing exterior mirrors and slightly updated front-end styling.

• Powerful engine lineup, multiple drivetrain configurations, substantial towing and hauling capacities.

• Spotty build quality, mediocre interior design and materials.

User Reviews:

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  Just dont Know - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Eric - May 29 - 2:00 am

  Well I guess my roots run deep with GM. Got the truck used off a dealer lot with 90000 miles on it. While test driving the truck it performed and looked in excellent condition. The motor and tranny on this truck, as previous GM trucks Ive owned is stout and reliable. Now, As for every thing else well lets just leave it at that for now. Owned a 98 Gmc before this one and it was one of the best vehicles Ive owned, but in the recent years Ive heard and witness a lot of bad rap from GM and was skeptical of buying another. I guess it was the love for that bowtie.

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  Get a Crew Cab, Its worth it! - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Mr Moose from Maine - April 4 - 6:06 am

  I did a lot of research before I bought a new pickup. Ive owned pickups from all of the "Big 3" and had no great loyalty to anyone. I spoke with several ME game wardens who drive thier trucks in all types of weather and off road conditions, and they all said Chevys were the best. I was undecided about an X-tend or Crew cab, went with the Crew cab. Its longer, harder to dock, uh park, but the convience of the 4 doors is worth it. Drives well, rides great. Load it up and it rides like a Cadillac. The longer length takes some getting used to, and the gas mileage isnt bad for a 300HP engine. If you take it off road make sure you have plenty of room to turn around. Youll need it! Overall, very happy!

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  2nd time, shame on me - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Troy - March 4 - 2:16 pm

  Cannot say enough about the power of the 6.6 Duramax, handles grades up and down quite well. The seats are very comfortable, both front and rear; with three kids, it had to be. Not nearly as impressed with the finish as this is the second new GM/Chevy product I have owned in the past 12 years and both were of far less quality finish than the competition. Fortunately for GM/Chevy, it was the heart, not the looks, Shame on GM/Chevy for their lack of quality control on the exterior finish.

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  Great Truck - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Bobby - January 2 - 1:43 pm

  This truck is better than advertised. I cannot say one negative thing. It will flat pull a house off its foundation.

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  2006 Duramax - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Tom - July 30 - 8:23 pm

  Awesome power and very quiet. Have a 2004 Dodge cummings and an 05 Ford powerstroke and this has the most power, quietest and best mileage of the bunch towing and no towing. Interior is good and driving is fun.

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  OK - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By 67getx - February 8 - 5:46 pm

  I bought my truck with 5300 miles on it. I was replacing a 98 Xtra Cab GMC that I loved. This truck does what it is supposed to do. I pull a 18 trailer regularly and it does fine. It has a rougher ride and the seat is not comfortable to me. They raised the body from the older ones so you have higher to lift things into the bed. Gas mileage is about what I expected. The transmission slipped and the dealer replaced my convertor. No other problems since. Has more wind noise in the cab than the 8 year old truck I got rid of.

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  Great Truck - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By AzJones - November 23 - 2:03 pm

  Good power (no problems keeping up with traffic)... Decent mileage (around 14.5 - 15.5 mpgs) ... Reasonably comfortable for a heavy hauler ... Definitely love the manual trans (use 1st gear for first 500 miles ... after that use only when towing). Additionally, I like the styling, though Dodge and Ford look good also. In my opinion, you cant go wrong with any of the big 3s 2500 series trucks ... Test drive em all and decide which one you think you look best in. Suggested options are locking diff, sliding rear window, snow plow prep (gives more powerful alternator), on/off road tires, towing pkg, and extra battery (not for starting but any accessories). Hope this helps some folks

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  Solid truck - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By darton2 - March 8 - 7:13 pm

  Nice truck. Just traded in an 04 reg cab for this one. Good solid power and well built. From a manufacturing engineer standpoint, the truck is very mechanically solid.

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  Still wondering if 07 is better - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Brian - January 28 - 7:06 pm

  This truck is is a blast to drive around, an excellent work and tow vehicle. The gas mileage however, will take a bit to get used to. The best this truck will average is about 12-13 mpg, and that is unloaded and using the gas pedal with a light foot. However, this is a truck that was designed to work and perform. If you like to off-road be careful. Although it may look capable looks can be deceiving. The rear end differential has a very low clearance height to the ground. Any kind of rutted off-road will pose a challenge if there are any obstacles on it like small rocks or stumps. Even at the beach you will hear some awfull scraping and thumps. Bad fit and finish!! didnt notice until at home.

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  Great truck - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By terry - May 1 - 10:36 am

  This truck has everthing I need in a truck. Smooth performance, quiet, and plenty of power.