Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Reveal

Cab of Mega Proportions Offers Innovation, Versatility, Capability and Comfort

Chicago February 8, 2005 -

The all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab features an innovative interior that takes comfort and convenience to a new level in the full-size pickup segment. Its larger-than-life interior space offers seating for six adults, with plenty of head, shoulder, leg and hip room, and the most interior cargo storage and seating configurations available in the full-size pickup truck market.

“The all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab handles numerous configurations of people and storage,” said Mike Donoughe, Vice President, Body-on-Frame Product Team, Chrysler Group. “Whether the cab is used for passengers, a secure place for large tools or recreational gear, or as a combination of the two, the Dodge Ram Mega Cab accommodates.”

Re-Proportioned
Based on the Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab long box model, the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab features a cab that is 20 inches longer, yet the overall vehicle length remains unchanged at 247.7 inches. Dodge engineers accomplished this by utilizing the Dodge Ram 2500’s six-foot, three-inch bed option instead of the eight-foot long box offering. This allowed engineers to add an extra 20 inches in length to the rear of the cab, resulting in the largest, most comfortable and functional pickup cab on the market in a truck that maintains the Ram’s heavy-duty bed capacity.

“With a full-size pickup bed measuring more than six-feet long and 66-inches wide, the all-new Dodge Ram Mega Cab offers excellent exterior load capacity,” said Donoughe. “Combined with maximum interior functionality, Dodge has created a pickup truck that provides the best of both worlds. The Dodge Ram Mega Cab clearly delivers the ultimate combination of space, comfort, versatility and capability.”

Redefining Comfort
To provide maximum comfort and convenience, the doors on the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab are front-hinged, with inside and outside handles and windows that travel all the way down. The rear doors open a full 85 degrees and boast a 34.5-inch wide opening – the largest rear-door opening in the market – providing easy entry and exit.

Inside the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab, rear-seat passengers will experience limousine-like comfort with the first-ever reclining rear seats offered in a pickup truck, a best-in-class 40.2-inch front-to-rear couple distance and 44.2 inches of leg room. The seats recline from a 22- to 37-degree seatback angle for added comfort, providing passengers ample room to stretch out and relax.

Additional rear seat comforts include separate rear air conditioning and heat outlets, reading lights and a center stowable armrest with cup holders. A DVD entertainment system that includes wireless headsets and integrated game ports, and new 6.5-inch speakers, is available in the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab.

Enhancing the spacious and open atmosphere of the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab interior is an available power sunroof.

New Level of Ram Versatility
When the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab’s interior needs to be utilized for dry and secure storage, the 60/40 split, two-position fold-down rear seats easily collapse and move forward, to create a class-leading 71 cubic feet of storage volume. In addition, a best-in-class flat-load floor area of 24.9 square feet and 7.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seat, add to the Dodge Ram Mega Cab’s wide array of storage options.

The highlight of the many storage options is the standard 60/40 two-position fold-down rear seats that can be used in several configurations, including:

Fold-down seatbacks: Seatback easily folds down while seat cushion and base stay in position, providing a quick solution when interior storage space is needed

  • Fully deployed seats: Seatback folds down and entire seat moves forward, creating a flat storage area

  • 60/40 split: One seatback easily folds down to accommodate gear, while the other stays upright for passengers

Ultimate Interior Convenience
Unique, large storage bins behind the rear seats in the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab can accommodate tools, sports equipment or just about any everyday item. Flip-open bin covers may be closed to conceal items or opened to stow larger items behind the rear seats. Also, tie-down hooks are offered, located on the cab-back.

The all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab features numerous front-seat storage areas and amenities. A standard 40/20/40 front seat provides comfortable seating for three or ample center storage for one or two occupants. The center “20” portion of the seat offers additional "hidden" storage underneath the cushion.

A popular first-row center business console can store a laptop computer and features fold-down dividers. Equipped with two power points, one located in the instrument panel and another in the center storage console, the all-new Dodge Ram Mega Cab combines comfort with the versatility of a “go anywhere” rolling office that can haul and tow.

Also available in the 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab is UConnect™ hands-free communications system with Bluetooth™ technology. The system recognizes up to seven different Bluetooth-equipped cellular phones and responds to voice commands, utilizing a microphone in the rear-view mirror and the stereo system’s speakers for hands-free conversations.

A new seven-speaker, 384-watt Infinity® sound system with Ceramic Metal Matrix speakers is optional, as is SIRIUS® Satellite Radio.




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