The M5 Base is equipped with a BMW 5.0 liter ten-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. The engine is mated to a Getrag 7-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.

The M5 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the M5 Base are 72.70 inches wide by 191.10 inches long. It sits 57.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 113.70 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $81,200 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $74,070. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2006 M5 is a traditional Siemens MS S65, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The 2006 M5 gets 18 miles/gallon on the highway and only 12 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the BMW M5 Base sold well in 2006. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a BMW, specifically a M5.

BMW : M5 COMFORT ACCE 2006 BMW M5 SMG NAVIGATION COMFORT ACCESS 26K WARRANTY

US $45,800.00

3h 49m

BMW : M5 V10 Sedan 2006 BMW M5! Blk/Blk! Low Miles! SMG! 1 OWNER! LOADED!!

1 Bid

US $30,000.00

10h 21m

BMW : M5 M5 06 M5 V10 500hp SMG * 25k * NAVIGATION (HTD FRONT/REAR)

US $42,990.00

12h 24m

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