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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Luxury Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 6
MPG: 14-19/19-28 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.0L I6 215HP
3.0L I6 255HP
4.8L V8 360HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.8
Exterior: 4.8
Interior: 4.2
Overall: 4.7
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 BMW 5-Series
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 BMW 5-Series
1. Impressive handling
2. Fuel economy
3. iDrive
4. Build quality
5. Exterior styling
Top 5 Cons of 2006 BMW 5-Series
1. Storage space
2. Cup holder location
3. iPod integration kit
4. iDrive controller knob
5. Cruise control & turn signal
2006 BMW 5-Series Reviews by Consumers
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By Rich Smith
Submitted 2010-08-07 13:24:19
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Performance.
iDrive.
Room.
Seats.
Handling.
Overall comfort on long drives.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
iPod adapter with charging capability.
The ability to upgrade to current technology (HD radio, satellite radio).
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
I purchased the 2006 530i certified per-owned. I test drove six 3 series cars before I saw this one. I am so glad I did not settle for the 3 series. While the 3 series is a great car, it does not compare to the comfort and ride you get from the 5 series. This car has everything you could ever want and then some. I have the performance package, sports package, and cold weather package along with the iPod interface.
I am so satisfied with this car. This is the ultimate driving machine. Everything I have ever wanted in a car and more.
By david levy
Submitted 2009-04-09 20:37:23
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
styling
premium sound system
outstanding handling
basically almost everything
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
cup holders are weird and quirky
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
The best car I have ever owned and the 1st BMW I ever owned- I look forward to driving this vehicle everyday- put it this way- I'm driving from Ct. to Florida instead of flying.
By gb
Submitted 2009-03-30 00:33:38
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Performance.
Appearance.
Style.
Unusually solid.
Racy luxury and luxurious race car.
Fuel economy of the 530I is surprising terrific.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
A couple more inches of rear legroom.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
Nothing drives like this...nothing. We look for reasons to go somewhere. We had two prior model 5 series over the years, which were absolutely terrific...didn't think I could like this more however we do!
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-01-25 09:22:07
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Sharp-looking car. Ride is very smooth and luxurious.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
The 215hp 6-cyl. engine is too small for this size car. Premium sound system and CD changer should have come standard for this price. Turn signal lever and cruise control lever are too close to each other.
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-02-17 14:33:24
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
handling, fuel economy
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
cup holder
By bmw525flex
Submitted 2006-12-21 19:13:06
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
This is my second 5 Series and I absolutely love it, I leased a 2003 525 and now a 2006 530. Quite happy!!
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
I think that for such an expensive car it should come with a 6 cd disc changer standard. When I leased my 2006 BMW called and I told them the same.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
God willing more than likely I will be leasing another 5 Series in 2008.
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-01-02 11:05:56
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
the night side headlights, the auto open and close trunk, and the satelite streo system ... really the entire car, made with grace and elegance
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
cup holders ... for sure and a place for change. Maybe a better dog barrier.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
The BMW has no comparison on the road when it comes to a driving machine! We have a dog, haul paintings, and soon to have a child ... this car does it all. I agree that it's something everyone should drive.
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-01-02 11:05:41
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Sirius satellite radio, good standard stereo, handling/power/fuel efficiency, comfortable and quiet ride, body style, phone system, head up display, I-Drive, build quality, roller blinds, heated seats and steering wheel, improved cup holders, lighter front end/structure, and larger back seat.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Price is high compared to competition, but this is offset by a far superior vehicle and vast improvements over the previous generation 5 Series which was an excellent car.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
This is my third BMW, and I currently own a 2001 540i that is a great car. This new 2006 530i is an amazing and better car, and I don't understand what the various auto magazines are thinking in their reviews! This car is an outstanding blend of quickness, agility, comfort, build quality, and amazing technical features. The iDrive is actually easy to use and very cool. The sports suspension and seats are more comfortable than past 5 series while handling better, thanks to the active roll bar technology. The 530i engine has solid power with 255 HP and great fuel efficiency - gettng about 30 MPG highway and good economy with stop and go driving.
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-01-02 11:05:23
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Handling, transmission, exterior styling, X-Drive, Adaptive Headlights, I-Drive and seats.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Could use a bit more interior storage and improved cups holders.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
530xi is a wonderful car to own and drive. Handling is incredible and has plenty of power. Great control at high speeds and through aggressive cornering. Steptronic shifts very smooth during rapid acceleration. Nice ride while still having a good feel of the road. Interior is comfortable and not overdone with bling. Love the iDrive, which is also fun for new passengers to navigate menus.
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-01-02 11:05:04
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
The engine is a propulsion marvel not because of its power (there are more powerful engine in this range), but again its balance and sound. Handling. Panorama roof and idrive. Build quality.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Not enough storage nooks and I got the old style iDrive controller knob, instead of the new design (a la Audi)
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
I just came back from Europe where a large percentage of cars is wagon. I was looking for something different than a sedan, and definitely not an SUV. (I own one). I was leaning toward an A4 Avant with the sweet 2.0 l turbo engine. When I saw the 530xi I bought it the same day afternoon. The balance of the car is so unique that I don't know of anything else in this price range. It has been a pure delight.
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