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    2006 BMW X5

    The 2006 BMW X5 is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $115,900 for the base variant and topping out at $183,900 for the is variant.

    There are 2 variants of the X5 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2001.

    The 2006 X5 was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW X5 include 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder (170kW/300Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (160kW/500Nm), 4.4L v8 (235kW/440Nm) and 4.8L v8 (265kW/500Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic with manual mode, 5-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $115,900 - $183,900
    Transmission
    5 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $115,900 - $183,900
    Transmission
    5 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    2006 BMW X5

    Available Variants

    The BMW X5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being is.

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    Power to Weight
    82.32 - 119.1 kW/t
    56.89 kW/t
    136.21 kW/t
    Boot Space
    465 - 467 litres
    249 litres
    555 litres
    Warranty (Years)
    2 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 years
    1 year
    6 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,600 - 2,685 kg
    2,380 kg
    3,125 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,700 kg
    1,800 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    26°
    26°
    33.2°
    Departure Angle
    24°
    22.3°
    33.6°
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    Xline

    2023

    $149,900

    M Sport

    2026

    $155,900

    Base

    2026

    $164,900

    M Competition

    2026

    $247,900

    Year
    2026
    2023
    Engine Type
    3.0L Mhev
    3.0L Phev
    4.4L Mhev
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Electric
    Unleaded
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    219 kW
    259 kW
    360 kW
    390 kW
    460 kW
    210 kW

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    2006 BMW X5

    Dimensions

    4,667 mm
    1,872 mm
    1,715 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,667 mm
    Overall Width1,872 mm
    Overall Height1,715 mm
    Wheelbase2,820 mm
    Turning Circle11,300 mm
    Load Capacity535 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2006 BMW X5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X5 is the base variant that starts from $115,900.

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    The most expensive BMW X5 is the is variant that starts from $183,900.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X5 is 2700 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest BMW X5 is the base variant which measures 1872mm wide, 4667mm in length and sits 1715mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X5 is the is variant which has 265kW of power and 500nm of torque.

    The BMW X5 is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BMW X5 is the is variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2685 kg.

    The BMW X5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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