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Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Current Model Year (2006)
Recent Changes
- In 2006 Chevrolet made the Silverado Hybrid model available nationwide.
- A new high performance model was releaseed under the famed SS (Super Sport) badge.
- For 2006 the Silverado receives a mild styling update in the form of a new front-end design with domed hood.
- A Performance Package offering enhanced towing capability for 2500 4WD models features a VortecMAX 6000 V-8.
- An Allison 1000 six-speed automatic transmission is available with a Duramax Diesel engine on the Heavy Duty (HD) model.
Styles and Major Options
Chevy offers many configurations ranging from light duty pickups to hard bodied work trucks.
1500 (Half-Ton)
Hybid
SS
1500HD
2500HD
3500HD
Trim Levels * Work Truck is available on Silverado 1500, 2500HD, and 3500 models. * LS is available on Silverado 1500, 2500HD, and 3500 models. * 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT are available on Silverado 1500, 1500HD, 2500HD, and 3500 models. * SS is available on Silverado 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 2WD model.
Pricing
MSRPs for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:
Dealer Invoice for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500::
Today's actual prices by city can be found at CarsDirect.
Gas Mileage
EPA estimates [1]
Engine | EPA Estimated MPG city/hwy. |
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1500 models with Vortec 4300 V6 | |
2WD 4-speed automatic | 16/21 |
2WD 5-speed manual | 16/22 |
4x4 4-speed automatic | 15/18 |
4x4 5-speed manual | 15/20 |
1500 models with Vortec 4800 V8 | |
2WD 4-speed automatic | 16/21 |
2WD 5-speed manual | 16/21 |
4x4 4-speed automatic | 15/19 |
4x4 5-speed manual | 15/19 |
1500 models with Vortec 5300 V8 | |
2WD 4-speed automatic | 16/21 |
4x4 4-speed automatic | 15/19 |
1500 Vortec Max 6000 V8 | |
2WD 4-speed automatic | 14/19 |
4x4 4-speed automatic | 14/17 |
Reliability
Safety
- ABS
The antilock brake system (ABS) is designed to help you maintain steering control of your vehicle by preventing wheel lockup, even during hard-braking maneuvers. Standard on all Silverado models.
- DIC (Driver Information Center)
This feature continuously monitors and keeps you informed of numerous vehicle functions such as low fuel, engine coolant oil pressure and more. Standard in all Silverado models.
- Traction Assist
Traction Assist utilizes electronic controls to help limit rear-wheel slippage when you’re driving on most slippery surfaces including wet pavement, ice, gravel, snow, or sand. Available for select 1500 2WD and 1500 HD 2WD models.
- Dual-Stage Frontal Air Bags
Dual-stage air bags are just one of the various air bag systems available on most Chevy vehicles. Standard in all Silverado models.
- Passenger Sensing System
The Passenger Sensing System is just one of the various air bag systems available on most Chevy vehicles. Standard in all Silverado models.
- OnStar
OnStar is the in-vehicle safety and security system created to help protect you and your family on the road. Available for 1LT, 2LT and 3LT models.
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Colors
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
GM launched a hybrid version of the Silverado/Sierra in 2005, becoming the first ever GM hybrid vehicle. It is a mild hybrid design, with the electric motor serving only power accessories and the system also automatically shuts down when the truck brakes below 13 mph, and uses electric power to restart it. It uses three extra 14 V batteries mounted under the rear seats to store power. The truck uses an 5.3 L Vortec 5300 V8 for primary power.
The truck features four 120 volt 20 amp AC outlets mounted in the bed. These are particularly interesting to the building/construction contractor market, since they often require AC power when on the job. Additionally, the extra reserves of power for the accessories make this truck well-suited to that market, where trucks often sit at idle for hours at a time.
Availability was extremely limited at first, with commercial buyers getting the first allotment. Later in 2005, the truck was offered at retail in Alaska, California, Florida, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. Finally, for 2006, the truck was generally available to retail buyers in all US states.
Unique Attributes
Resale Values
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