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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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Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:04am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Handling, suspension, build quality, comfort. Great fuel economy. iDrive not that hard to learn and lots of fun to use. Voice command system lets you keep your hands on the wheel for safer driving.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
BMW should give owners more detailed info on pairing up their cell phone to the Blue Tooth system on their car. Should change software to allow voice commands for other functions to be used without Navigation System. Without Nav Sys you can only use voice commands with phone system.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
This is my first BMW and I'm extremely impressed. My next door neighbor sells BMW's and gave me a great deal on my new 06 530i. I've come close to purchasing a BMW on 2 other occasions in the past 5 years but didn't do it. I'd have to say that this is by far the best car I've ever owned in my 55 years of living. I don't agree with the criticism this car has received regarding the iDrive and it's exterior design. Driving this car is pure joy and like nothing I've ever driven before. Power, handling and comfort are fantastic. If you're not sure about this car, a test drive or two will make you a believer.
By GUEST
Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:04am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Steptronic 6 gear clutchless is amazing. What a thrill to use! Adaptive steering improves already impressive feel and handling.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Cupholders and storage are less than adequate. Tinted windows would be much more preferable to the sun shades.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
Bought the xi AWD version a few months ago and it drives like a dream. Incredible machine. Test drove Audi and Lexus but BMW still leads the pack. You must drive to believe. Full 4 year/50K mile maintenance was the kicker for me.
By GUEST
Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:04am
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Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Heated steering wheel, heated seats, interior red glow night light to very subltly light the interior, like an airplane. Trunk size is fabuous. I wish I got comfort access and satellite radio.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
iPod connection.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
I'm really loving this car! The one thing people should know is that the iDrive is great! It so isn't something you have to use every time you drive. Instead it is a way to customize your settings, i.e. air flow, radio stations, what part of the seat you want heated (back, bottom, or both). Then, you can control those things just like you would normally, on the dash (or the steering wheel). I was originally thinking if I had to keep doing this computer mouse thing I would be sure to get in an accident but it is really a streamlining of controls.
By GUEST
Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:03am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
4X Drive. Xenon, moving headlights. Seating is sporty and comfortable. The open/close trunk, front-loading single CD. Panoramic Roof. Overall great!
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
I drive still needs perfecting, firm and stiff reaction to potholes needs some softening, one more side netted pocket on drivers side and/or deeper door storage pockets.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
Having owned the previous 540ti Wagon model (w/V8), this is a clear positive evolution. Drives like a road-gobbling sedan. Surprising torque leaves me missing the V8 only slightly. The car reminds me of its safe, but thrilling ride. Love it!
By GUEST
Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:03am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
iDrive, Looks of interior and exterior, Drive, Fuel Economy, Premium Package (Ambience lighting) Leather. What can I Say, it is just true luxury car, nothing is close to BMW.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
iPod integration kit for iDrive(not there yet). Relocate Cup Holders to center console, Head light washing at drivers will, Add a little compass to show N E W S, Store the positon of Rear View mirror inside into memory functions. Change the pokey key to something similar to Mercedes key.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
In 2003, my friend bought 325i. Since then I just fell for looks, but I didn't like the size. So I have been dreaming to get 5 series. This 06 model coming in all wheel drive, motivated me to buy 525xi. It's my dream come true. I like the way they redesigned the exterior different for each class. That way, any one can recognize which series is it, from front and back :). 3 series owners may not like it, but I love it.
By GUEST
Submitted Jan 2, 2006, 11:03am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 BMW 5-Series?
Everything is so right about this car. Bluetooth and the power rear door are wonderful features. Handling and fuel economy are sweet extras.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 BMW 5-Series?
BMW got it right with the 530 wagon. Bought for replacement for wife's SUV and I wish she would toss me the keys more often. Still pretty new but I can't think of anything to make it better.
2006 BMW 5-Series Review:
Create more usable space under the cargo area. Put cruise control back on steering wheel instead of being too close to turn signal stalk.
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