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BMW 7 Series Base (2006) price & specs
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Overview
The 2006 BMW 7 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E66. The BMW 7 Series is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $342,400 before on-road costs.
This BMW 7 Series is powered by a 6L 12-cylinder engine that has 327 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 600 Nm of torque (at 3950 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 7 Series Base uses 13.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 330g of CO2. It has a 88L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 647km per full tank
The BMW 7 Series measures 1484mm (58.4 inches) in height, 5179mm (203.9 inches) in length, 1902mm (74.9 inches) in width with a 3128mm (123.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2255kg (4971.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The 7 Series Base comes standard with 245/40 R19 front tyres and 275/40 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
116.28 - 145.01 kW/t
91.62 kW/t
200 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
460 litres
560 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.2 - 13.6 L/100km
8.1 L/100km
15.9 L/100km
Price
$181,000 - $342,400
$149,900
$1,095,000
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 years
2 years
6 years
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Dimensions
5,179 mm
1,902 mm
1,484 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,179 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,902 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,484 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,128 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
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Explore BMW 7 Series Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Location: Single Rear Middle
Single Rear Middle TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 8
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 8
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
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: Automatic
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
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 330
Engine
Bore Engine: 89
Engine (cc): 5972
Compression Ratio: 11.3
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: N73b60
Engine (L): 6
Number of Cylinders: 12
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80
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: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.2
Main Capacity (L): 88
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 13.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 17
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 13.6
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 17
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 13.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 445
Maximum Power (kW): 327
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3950
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: Zf 6hp26
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: 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: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
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 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): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Alloy
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.1
Front Track (mm): 1578
Overall Height (in): 58.4
Overall Height (mm): 1484
Overall Length (in): 203.9
Overall Length (mm): 5179
Overall Width (in): 74.9
Overall Width (mm): 1902
Rear Track (in): 62.8
Rear Track (mm): 1596
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 41.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12600
Wheelbase (in): 123.1
Wheelbase (mm): 3128
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.2
Front Headroom (mm): 996
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Hip Room (in): 60.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1539
Rear Hip Room (in): 60.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1541
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1507
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1491
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear 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
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Electric
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
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4850
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2680
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5908
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2255
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4971
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Cassette Mini Disc: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 13
Load Restraint
Type: net
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
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 Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
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
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
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: 6
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
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: 6
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Active Carbon Filter: yes
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
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