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BMW 6 Series Base (2006) price & specs
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Overview
The 2006 BMW 6 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E63. The BMW 6 Series is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $205,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 6 Series is powered by a 4.8L 8-cylinder engine that has 270 kW of power (at 6300 rpm) and 490 Nm of torque (at 3400 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 6 Series Base uses 11.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 267g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 631km per full tank
It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
142.48 - 230.25 kW/t
142.48 kW/t
230.25 kW/t
Boot Space
350 - 450 litres
350 litres
450 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.1 - 14.8 L/100km
11 L/100km
14.8 L/100km
Price
$201,000 - $275,400
$195,225
$275,400
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,820 mm
1,855 mm
1,373 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,820 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,855 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,373 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
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Explore BMW 6 Series Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 267
Engine
Bore Engine: 93
Engine (cc): 4799
Compression Ratio: 10.5
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.3
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Other Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 21
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 367
Maximum Power (kW): 270
Maximum Torque (Nm): 490
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3400
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: Zf G Hp 26
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Coupe
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 450
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.3
Front Track (mm): 1558
Overall Height (in): 54.1
Overall Height (mm): 1373
Overall Length (in): 189.8
Overall Length (mm): 4820
Overall Width (in): 73
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Track (in): 62.8
Rear Track (mm): 1596
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 109.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2780
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.2
Front Headroom (mm): 945
Rear Headroom (in): 35.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 901
Front Hip Room (in): 58.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1493
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1334
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1432
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 49.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1254
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Graphic Equaliser: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm/Lw
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Memory Steering Wheel Position: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Titanium
Doors: Titanium
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Titanium
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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