The Lowdown: 2006 BMW M5
By Thomas Brillstein
The 2006 BMW M5
Made in GERMANY for BMW, the M5 for 2006 is a leader in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR segment. It retailed for $81,200 USD with a dealer cost of $74,070 USD.
Fuel Economy
The M5's standard 5.0L V10 DOHC 40V engine has been measured to get 12 miles/gallon city driving using a 18.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The M5 retails for $81,200 USD with a invoice price of $74,070 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.
Drivetrain
The M5 comes standard with a 7-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4012 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
M5 Dimensions
The 2006 M5 has standard length of 191.10 inches and a width of 72.70 inches. The M5 rides 57.80 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.10 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the M5 a radius of 40.70 inches. It uses 255/40R19 tires with a wheelbase of 113.70 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Limited Slip Differential. M5 optional equipment may include Second Row Side Airbag, Genuine Wood Trim, Front Cooled Seat, Second Row Folding Seat, Second Row Heated Seat.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Indianapolis Red Metallic, Interlagos Blue Metallic, Sepang Bronze Metallic, Silver Gray Metallic, Silverstone Silver Metallic with interior choices of Black Extended Leather Interior, Black Full Leather Interior, Black Perforated Full Leather Interior, Indianapolis Red Full Leather Interior, Portland Brown Full Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Extended Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Full Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Perforated Full Leather Interior, Silverstone Extended Leather Interior, Silverstone Full Leather Interior, Silverstone Perforated Full Leather Interior. The M5 seats 5 people with inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic 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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