Compare 2006 BMW M - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $51,300 | $54,350 | $50,990 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $46,865 | $50,546 | $0 |
| Destination | $695 | $775 | $925 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | N/A |
| Clock | In-dash | Analog | In-radio Display |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front | Front And Rear | N/A |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather/chrome | Aluminum |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Partial |
| Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpet Front |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Manual |
| Rear Windows | N/A | Power | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | N/A |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | MOMO Leather |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 2 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 2 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 8-way Power | 2-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 8-way Power | N/A |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | N/A |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt | Fixed |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Memory | Driver | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Seats | N/A | 60-40 Split-bench | N/A |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | N/A | 2 - W/tilt | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 10 | 6 | 4 Blaupunkt |
| Amplifier | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | COMAND | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | N/A |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | BMW Assist | Tele Aid | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Programmable | N/A |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (24 Month/unlimited Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (96 Month/unlimited Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 24 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 96 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles | N/A |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Window Grid | Concealed |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Composite |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front And Rear | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Manual |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Convertible Top | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | Wing |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Front Tires | P225/45ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/45ZR17.0 BSW Summer Performance | P195/50WR16.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 255/40ZR18 | 245/40ZR17 | 225/45WR17 |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver AMG Aluminum | 16" Black Forged Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.2L I-6 | 5.0L V-8 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | AP Racing/Brembo 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Bilstein |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Bilstein |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | DSC III | Standard | N/A |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | TouchShift | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 7-spd W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.62 | 2.65 | 4.53 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 161.9 " | 183.2 " | 149.5 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.1 " | 68.5 " | 68.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 51.3 " | 55.4 " | 45.6 " |
| Engine | 3.2L I-6 | 5.0L V-8 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 330 @ 7,900 Rpm | 302 @ 5,600 Rpm | 190 @ 7,800 Rpm |
| Torque | 262 @ 4,900 Rpm | 339 @ 2,700 Rpm | 138 @ 6,800 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 17 Mpg | 24 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 25 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.0 Seconds | 5.7 Seconds | 5.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.5 Seconds | 14.4 Seconds | 13.7 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 105 Mph | 95 Mph | 107 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 62 Mph | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.43/3.58 " | 3.82/3.31 " | 3.23/3.35 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,197 Lbs. | 3,585 Lbs. | 2,015 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 3,759 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Payload | 562 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 98.3 " | 106.9 " | 90.5 " |
| Front Track | 58.5 " | 58.9 " | 57.4 " |
| Rear Track | 59.7 " | 58.0 " | 59.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.2 '' | 17.7 '' | 16.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .38 | .30 | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 42.0 " | 42.0 " | 43.5 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | 33.0 " | N/A |
| Front Headroom | 37.3 " | 37.1 " | 36.5 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | 35.8 " | N/A |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 53.7 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 45.9 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 52.5 " | 53.2 " | N/A |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | 49.3 " | N/A |
| Luggage Volume | 7.1 Cu.ft. | 10.4 Cu.ft. | 4.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 7.8 Cu.ft. | 10.4 Cu.ft. | 4.0 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 57 Cu.ft. | 81 Cu.ft. | 41 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 16.4 Gal. | 10.6 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
