After being completely redesigned two years ago, the 5-Series returns for 2006 offering a new six-cylinder engine. The 5-Series will initially be offered with only the six-cylinder engines. The V8 models will arrive in September of 05. BMWs new N52 3.0L in-line six-cylinder engines are constructed of magnesium/aluminum composite materials. The engine on the 525i generates 215 hp and 185 lb-ft of torque, while the engine on the 530i employs a three-stage induction system that produces 255 hp and 220 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard equipment on all models and may be upgraded to a six-speed Steptronic automatic transmission. The 525 and the 530 models are now available with BMWs xDrive all-wheel-drive system.
Make
BMW
Model
525
Year
2006
BodyStyle
Sedan
Doors
4
Drive
4
Invoice price
40220
List price
44000
Destination charge
695
Gas guzzler tax
0
Dealer advertising fee
1-3% of MSRP (est)
Vehicle class
Luxury
Final assemblly location
Germany
Full warranty miles
50000
Full warranty months
48
MNT warranty miles
0
MNT warranty months
0
Power warranty miles
50000
Power warranty months
48
Rust warranty miles
0
Rust warranty months
144
Price effective date
3/7/2005
Standard features
Steering, Variable Assist Power
Seat Adjusters, Dual Power
Seats: Leatherette Bucket
Axle Ratio, 3.46
Steering Wheel, Leather-Wrapped Power Tilt & Telescoping