Reviews of the 2006 BMW 3-Series
Introduction
The 2006 3-Series is manufactured in GERMANY for BMW. It is BMW's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $36,600 USD in 2006.
3-Series Dimensions
The 2006 3-Series has standard length of 178.20 inches and a width of 71.50 inches. The 3-Series rides 55.90 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 37.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the 3-Series a radius of 36.10 inches. It uses 225/45R17 tires with a wheelbase of 108.70 inches.
Drivetrain
The 3-Series comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3417 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 3-Series's standard 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V engine has been measured to get 20 - 21 miles/gallon city driving with a 15.90 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The 3-Series retails for $36,600 USD with a invoice price of $33,485 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $695 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance. 3-Series optional equipment may include Electronic Parking Aid, CD Changer, Navigation Aid, Telematics System, Front Heated Seat.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Arctic Metallic, Barrique Red Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Deep Green Metallic, Electric Red, Jet Black, Monaco Blue Metallic, Mystic Blue Metallic, Sonora Metallic, Sparkling Graphite Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic with interior choices of Beige Leather Interior, Beige Leatherette Interior, Black Leather Interior, Black Leatherette Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Terra Leather Interior. The 3-Series seats 5 people with 41.50 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The regular warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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