2006 BMW 5 Series
The 2006 BMW 5 Series is listed in 14 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 3.0 L 6-cyl and 4.8 L 8-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 21 MPG (best: 11.2 L/100 km).
Model year2006
Versions14
ClassMidsize Cars, Midsize Station Wagons
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 525i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| 525i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| 525xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| 525xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| 530i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| 530i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| 530i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| 530xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| 530xi | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| 530xi Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Station Wagons |
| 530xi Sport Wagon | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 26 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Station Wagons |
| 550i | 4.8 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 15 / 23 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Midsize Cars |
| 550i | 4.8 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 20 / 16 | 14.7 | 555 | Midsize Cars |
| 550i | 4.8 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 21 / 16 | 14.7 | 555 | Midsize Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2006 BMW 5 Series.