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2006 BMW 3-Series Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 108.7 in | 107.3 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 178.2 in | 176.7 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 69.2 in | 71.5 in | 69.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | 54.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3263 lb. | 3351 lb. | 3626 lb. | 3528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.3 in | 38.5 in | 38.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.4 in | 54.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.5 in | 41.7 in | 41.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.5 in | 36.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.1 in | 45.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 34.6 in | 32.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW 3-Series
| 2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
More padding, slightly larger than e46 sport seats, fully adjustable side bolsters and the Dakota leather seems thicker and softer than the e-46 leather. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
back support see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Heated, 8-way, with lumbar control: seems to have comfort covered for most drivers (wheel does not telescope). see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
My M3 is the only sports car I found that will comfortably fit a baby seat in the rear. :) see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
very little leg room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I have the coupe, the back seats are just an afterthought. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too small & cramped. Fit and finish was much less desirable than my past 1998 5 series BMW. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Small. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Entering and exiting and overall seat comfort are not designed for taller or larger drivers see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight for taller adults. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seats are comfortable, but due to the size of/shortness of the car there is not much legroom, a full size adult will have trouble getting their feet into the footwells. Mind you, the trunk space is immense for such a small car. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is little foot room and the ride is rough. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
cramped see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
what room see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 BMW 3-Series 2-door Coupe Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 325Ci | 330Ci | M3 |
| Standard Engine | 2.5L I6 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@3500 | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5900 214 lb-ft@3500 | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
| Optional Engine(s) | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5900 222 lb-ft@3500 | ||
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |||
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 205/50VR17 tires | 225/45ZR18 tires (front) 255/40ZR18 tires (rear) |
| Optional Tires | 225/45WR17 tires | ||
| 225/45ZR17 tires (front) 245/40ZR17 tires (rear) | 225/40ZR19 tires (front) 255/35ZR19 tires (rear) | ||
| 225/40ZR18 tires (front) 255/35ZR18 tires (rear) |
2006 BMW 3-Series 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 325i | 330i |
| Standard Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@6250 185 lb-ft@2750 | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6600 220 lb-ft@2750 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 225/45HR17 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/45HR17 tires | |
| 225/45VR17 tires (front) 255/40VR17 tires (rear) | 225/40WR18 tires (front) 255/35WR18 tires (rear) |
2006 BMW 3-Series 2-door Convertible Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 325Ci | 330Ci | M3 |
| Standard Engine | 2.5L I6 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@3500 | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5900 214 lb-ft@3500 | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
| Optional Engine(s) | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5900 222 lb-ft@3500 | ||
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |||
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 205/50VR17 tires | 225/45ZR18 tires (front) 255/40ZR18 tires (rear) |
| Optional Tires | 225/45WR17 tires | ||
| 225/45ZR17 tires (front) 245/40ZR17 tires (rear) | 225/40ZR19 tires (front) 255/35ZR19 tires (rear) | ||
| 225/40ZR18 tires (front) 255/35ZR18 tires (rear) |
2006 BMW 3-Series 4-door Wagon Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 325i |
| Standard Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@6250 185 lb-ft@2750 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | AWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/55HR16 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/45HR17 tires |
| 225/45VR17 tires (front) 255/40VR17 tires (rear) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2006 BMW 3-Series
| 2006 BMW 3-Series Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
the inline six engine is a BMW benchmark. Been around for many years. The transmission is amazingly smooth. And I get surprisingly good mpg if I need to. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
The 335i is extremely fast when you want it but also a docile daily driver when you need that. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding performance and acceleration from the twin-turbo V-6 engine. Power to pass at any speed. 6-speed automatic transmission is well matched to the engine. Manumatic shifting of the transmission is very useful when driving through mountains. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent acceleration and highway driving. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
only 230 hp, but with 6 speed auto, more than enouth power, torque is right there, right now. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
x-drive see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
higher rev engine, very smooth power delivery. likes to be driven. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Smooth power delivery, good torque curve, good manual transmission, but the clutch delay valve has got to go! see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Twin turbo provides lots of HP and torque, but also delivers good fuel economy. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The engine is so smooth and effortless. The power is amazing. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 BMW 3-Series Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I found the 325i performance (detuned 330i) disappointing. I would have opted for the 330, but it was much more expensive because of other feature. Acura TL > 325i = A4 see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
auto trans suck see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2006 BMW 3-Series
| 2006 BMW 3-Series Tires: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
run flat tires are great when you think about it, but when you experience a flat they turn out to be a curse. First off they are noisy and do not last long and very very expensive. The TPM monitors all tires so you never know which one is low You can only run the tire 50 miles when flat and at low speed so you need to take surface roads, if you are on a long trip you are out of luck, replacement tires are hard to find they need to be ordered Can't repair run flats, so if one goes bad chances are you will need to replace all 4 Once the TPM goes off chances are the Runflat is already being damaged if you continue to go on the warning light you will be replacing the tire see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 BMW 3-Series MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 2dr Coupe | 325Ci | 32,300 | 29,575 | 695 |
| 2dr Coupe | 330Ci | 37,600 | 34,395 | 695 |
| 2dr Coupe | M3 | 48,900 | 44,680 | 695 |
| 4dr Sedan | 325i | 30,900 | 28,300 | 695 |
| 4dr Sedan | 330i | 36,600 | 33,485 | 695 |
| 2dr Convertible | 325Ci | 39,600 | 36,215 | 695 |
| 2dr Convertible | 330Ci | 44,900 | 41,040 | 695 |
| 2dr Convertible | M3 | 56,600 | 51,685 | 695 |
| 4dr Wagon | 325i | 34,600 | 31,665 | 695 |
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