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The 2006 BMW 5 Series is a large Car. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $92,900.
There is 1 variant of the 5 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2003.
The 2006 5 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 5 Series include 2.5 in-line 6-cylinder (160kW/250Nm), 3 in-line 6-cylinder (190kW/300Nm), 3 in-line 6-cylinder turbo (160kW/480Nm), 4 v8 (225kW/390Nm) and 4.8 v8 (270kW/490Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

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The BMW 5 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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2025
$116,900
2025
$136,900
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,841 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,846 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm |
| Load Capacity | 560 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our BMW 5 Series Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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2006 BMW 5 Series
The cheapest BMW 5 Series is the base variant that starts from $92,900.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 5 Series is the base variant that starts from $163,200.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is offered by the base variant which can tow 2000 kg.
See all BMW 5 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 5 Series is the base variant which measures 1846mm wide, 4843mm in length and sits 1491mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 5 Series is the base variant which has 270kW of power and 490nm of torque.
The BMW 5 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 5 Series is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2220 kg.
The BMW 5 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.