Customer Reviews of the 2006 7-Series
Introduction
The 2006 7-Series is manufactured in GERMANY for BMW. It is BMW's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $71,800 USD in 2006.
Fuel Economy
The 2006 7-Series's 4.8L V8 DOHC 32V engine has been rated at 17 miles/gallon city and 25 miles/gallon highway out of a 23.30 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The 7-Series retails for $71,800 USD with a invoice price of $65,520 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $695 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The 7-Series comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4486 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
7-Series Dimensions
In 2006 the 7-Series has an overall length of 198.40 inches and a width of 74.90 inches. It sits a total of 58.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the 7-Series a turning radius of 39.70 inches. It uses 245/50R18 tires with a wheelbase of 117.70 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Traction Control. Leading optional equipment includes Automatic Load-Leveling, Second Row Side Airbag, Heated Steering Wheel, CD Changer, DVD Player.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Barbera Red Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Deep Green Metallic, Jet Black, Kalahari Beige Metallic, Michigan Blue Metallic, Monaco Blue Metallic, Sterling Gray Metallic, Titanium Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic, Toledo Blue Metallic with interior choices of Basalt Gray/Flannel Gray Leather Interior, Basalt Gray/Flannel Gray Pearl Leather Interior, Black/Black Leather Interior, Black/Black Pearl Leather Interior, Black/Cream Beige Pearl Leather Interior, Black/Cream Biege Leather Interior, Black/Lava Blue Leather Interior, Black/Lava Blue Pearl Leather Interior, Black/Natural Brown Leather Interior, Black/Natural Brown Pearl Leather Interior, Dark Beige/Beige Leather Interior. The 7-Series seats 5 people with 41.30 inches front leg room.
BMW Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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