Sun 10 Sep 2006
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Performance and efficiency
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3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 255-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/aluminum engine block, Valvetronic system, Double VANOS, and 3-stage air intake manifold
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Direct ignition system with knock control
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Electronically controlled engine cooling (map cooling)
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6-speed manual transmission
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Handling, Ride, and Braking
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
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xDrive, all-wheel-drive system
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Aluminum double-pivot-type front suspension
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Aluminum 4-link Integral rear suspension
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Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
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Aluminum front and rear subframes
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Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
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4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
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Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist (Servotronic), variable-ratio power steering
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Instrumentation and controls
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3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth® wireless communication for mobile phone1
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Electronic analog speedometer and tachometer and LCD main and trip odometers
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Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system
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Start/stop button
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iDrive system with on-board computer and controller
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Exterior temperature display with alarm for freezing temperatures
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Vehicle & Key Memory
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Tire Pressure Monitor
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Exterior and aerodynamics
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17x 7.5 Star Spoke (Styling 138) cast alloy wheels, 225/50R-17 all-season tires2
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Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling
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Automatic headlight control
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Halogen free-form foglights
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Low-liftover tailgate with separately opening rear window
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Roof rails
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Rear-window wiper/washer
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Rain-sensing windshield wipers with adjustable speed
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Power adjustable, heated, body-colored side-view mirrors
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Metallic paint
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Chrome Line exterior trim
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Interior seating
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Leatherette upholstery
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Split-folding rear seats
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10-way power front seats with power head restraints
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4-way power lumbar support for front seats
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2-setting memory system for driver’s seat, side-view mirrors, and steering wheel position
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Adjustable front center armrest
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Dual center console compartments with provision for phone handset, climate-controlled lower compartment
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Comfort and convenience
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Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature and air distribution controls, with automatic air recirculation
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Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable active-charcoal filters
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Panorama moonroof with fully automatic, two-piece glass panels, power slide and lift control, trap release, wind deflector and power interior sunshade
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Automatic tilt-down of passenger’s side-view mirror (when car is shifted into reverse gear)
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Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up
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Power windows with key-off and “one touch†up and down operation both front and rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock
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Interior courtesy lights with automatic dimming function
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Front map lights and rear reading lights with separate controls for the left and right
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BMW Ambiance Lighting
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Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors
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Dual cupholders in front and rear
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Heated driver’s door lock and rear window defroster
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Open storage compartments in all doors and front seatback storage
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Fully finished cargo area with tool kit and interior tailgate release
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Storage area under the cargo floor with adjustable dividers
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Power outlet in front passenger’s footwell, back of center console, and in cargo area
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Glove compartment with rechargeable take-out flashlight
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Safety and security
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Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with dual-threshold deployment, 2-stage Smart Airbags
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Front- and rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II)
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Front-door-mounted side-impact airbags
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Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners and force limiters
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Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on passenger safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats)
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Latch attachements on child-restraint safety installation
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Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
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Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems
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Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; and turns on hazard lights, interior lights and unlocks doors
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Coded Driveaway Protection (prevents engine start when your key with constantly changing electronic code is not used)
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Remote keyless entry security alarm system with selective unlocking and double-lock feature (programmed at BMW center), remote tailgate opening, interior motion detector, and panic feature
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Adaptive Brake Lights
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BMW AssistTM with Bluetooth® wireless technology for hands-free calling (with Bluetooth enabled mobile phone), phonebook downloading and speech recognition capabilities
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Audio System
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Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD audio system with 10 speakers, Auto-Store, MP3 capability and FM diversity antenna system
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Pre-wiring for BMW center installation of BMW 6-disc CD changer, BMW mobile telephone, and satellite radio
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Auxilliary audio input in back of center console
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BMW Ultimate Serviceâ„¢
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BMW Ultimate Service is a collection of services that comes with all new BMWs, at no charge, for four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. It includes the BMW Maintenance Program, which covers all factory-recommended maintenance and items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear; unlimited-mileage Roadside Assistance; a New Vehicle Limited Warranty; and a four-year, unlimited mileage subscription to the BMW Assistâ„¢ Safety Plan.
Among the features of BMW Assist is our exclusive TeleService, a benefit that allows your car to contact your BMW center directly when it needs service or maintenance. |
| 1 | If so equipped. |
| 2 | Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. |
| 3 | Requires on-board navigation system; not available with Green band windshield. |
| 4 | Requires on-board navigation system and Cold Weather Package. Availability delayed. |
| 5 | Requires Sport Package. Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires, and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow. |
| 6 | Requires Dakota leather upholstery. |
| 7 | Requires Cold Weather Package. |
| 8 | Please visit your authorized BMW center for details on equipment and services required. |
| Weight | ||||
| Unladen – Manual transmission | 3858 lbs | |||
| Unladen – Automatic transmission | 3891 lbs | |||
| Weight distribution, front/rear – Manual transmission | 48.3/51.7 % | |||
| Weight distribution, front/rear – Automatic transmission | 48.4/51.6 % | |||
| Engine | ||||
| iter/type | 3.0/inline 6 | |||
| Bore/stroke | 3.35/3.47 inch | |||
| Nominal output/rpm | 255/6600 hp | |||
| Max torque/rpm | 220/2750 lb-ft | |||
| Compression ratio | 10.7 :1 | |||
| Fuel grade | Unleaded premium | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Manual gear ratios – I/II/III | 4.35/2.50/1.67 :1 | |||
| Manual gear ratios – IV/V/VI | 1.23/1.00/0.85 :1 | |||
| Manual gear ratios – R | 3.93 :1 | |||
| Manual gear ratios – Final drive ratio | 3.38 :1 | |||
| Automatic gear ratios – I/II/III | 4.17/2.34/1.52 :1 | |||
| Automatic gear ratios – IV/V/VI | 1.14/0.87/0.69 :1 | |||
| Automatic gear ratios – R | 3.40 :1 | |||
| Automatic gear ratios – Final drive ratio | 3.73 :1 | |||
| Performance | ||||
| Drag coefficient | 0.33 C d | |||
| Top speed 1 | 150 mph | |||
| Acceleration 0 –60 mph – Manual transmission 2 | 6.8 sec | |||
| Acceleration 0 –60 mph – Automatic transmission 2 | 7.3 sec | |||
| Fuel consumption 3 | ||||
| Manual transmission – City/Highway | 19/28 mpg | |||
| Automatic transmission – City/Highway | 20/27 mpg | |||
| Tank capacity, approx | 18.5 gal | |||
| Tires and Wheels | ||||
| Tire dimensions – Standard | 225/50R-17 | |||
| Tire dimensions – Optional (Sport Package required) 4 | 245/40R-18 | |||
| Wheel dimensions – Standard | 17″ x 7.5″ | |||
| Wheel dimensions – Optional (Sport Package required) | 18″ x 8.0″ | |||
| Material | Cast alloy | |||
| Brakes | ||||
| Front – diameter | 12.8 in | |||
| Rear – diameter | 12.6 in |
1: Top speed limited electronically.
2: BMW AG preliminary data. Actual acceleration results may vary, depending on specification of vehicle; road and environmental conditions; testing procedures and driving style. These results should be used for comparison only and verification should not be attempted on public roads. BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and always wear safety belts.
3: EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage will most likely be lower.
4: Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow.
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