2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD (8.3L 10-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Premium) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD gets an EPA-estimated 8/11 MPG (city/highway) and 9 MPG combined, with an estimated $8,450/year fuel cost and 987.444 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 8.3 L 10-cyl.
The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD with the 8.3-liter 10-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 8 MPG in the city and 11 MPG on the highway, for a combined 9 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 8.3 L 10-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
| MPG — city | 8 |
| MPG — highway | 11 |
| MPG — combined | 9 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $8,450 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 987.444 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 9 MPG, the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is roughly 49% thirstier than the typical Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD of its era (18 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $8,450 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD. Over five years that is roughly $42,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 2WD emits approximately 987.444 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.