2006 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4 Dr Extended Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB

The 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT Extended Cab 4WD 5.8 is a half-ton pickup with a 5.8-foot bed. It is the smallest of the Sierra 1500 series, but also one of the most high-end in terms of convienence features. The on-demand 4WD system operates both on and off-road, thanks to high and low-range gearing and a center locking differential. A rear locking differential costs extra, as do skid plates and an adjustable suspension. The 17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires can be replaced with larger 20-inch wheels. Powering this pickup is a 295-hp, 5.3-liter, 16-valve V8, offering 335 ft-lbs of torque at 4000 RPM. It gets 16/20 mpg and tows 8700 pounds. Tow hooks are standard and a trailer hitch costs extra.

The pickup seats five in front row bucket seata and a rear split-folding bench. The four doors include smaller reverse-hinged rear doors. The 2006 Sierra 1500 SLT Extended 4WD 5.8 delivers leather upholstery, heated front seats, power front seats with driver's memory settings, a trip computer (along with a tachometer, compass, and temperature display), and wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls for the 6-CD changer with MP3 input jack. Satellite radio is optional. Tilt steering, intermittent wipers, a front power outlet, a security system, leather steering wheel trim, heated mirrors, remote entry, and a full power setup round out the package. An auto-dimming feature is standard on all mirrors, and the side mirrors now sport turn signals and can reverse-tilt.

Keeping things relatively safe are dual front airbags with passenger deactivation, a front stabilizer bar, and four-wheel ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution. Lighting the way are halogen lamps, automatic headlights, daytime running lights, and foglights. OnStar is available, but traction control is not on 4WD models. Other nicer options include a sunroof and automatic climate control.