The Duramax 6600 Turbo Diesel, which debuted in 2000, is credited with introducing Common Rail Diesel Technology to the U.S. diesel pick up truck market. The Duramax Diesel is regarded as one of the best performing diesels in the Heavy-Duty pick up truck market. For 2006 the Duramax 6600 has undergone significant power and refinement upgrades making it deliver class-leading power and torque in Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra. A host of upgrades enables the engine to deliver an estimated 360 horsepower at 3200 rpm and 650lb-ft of torque at 1600 rpm. Additionally, all applications will benefit from significant enhancements that deliver reduced emmisions and "gasoline engine like" noise and vibrations. It is also available in Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full size vans for the first time.

In Express and Savana, the Duramax is tuned to generate 250 horsepower and 460lb-ft of torque, with smooth quiet operation competitors diesel-equipped vans can't match.DURAMAX DIESEL "MAXIMUM POWER"Drive a Duramax Diesel today at Wriker Chevrolet and experience the class leading power and torque.