2006 BMW 7 Series 750Li
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- Photo: BMW E65 front 20080121 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002–2005 BMW 735i (E65) sedan (2016-08-27) by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 7 SERIES (E65) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW Sedan by unknown manufacturer (rear) by Kevdiecast, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW E65 rear 20080121 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 BMW 7 Series 750Li is a 360-hp 4.8-liter V8 with a 6-speed automatic w/od. It starts at $75,800 MSRP.
It makes 360 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 360 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
The 7 Series measures 203.9 inches long on a 123.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,552 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $75,800 ($122,197 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V8 |
| Displacement | 4.8 L |
| Horsepower | 360 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic w/OD |
| 1st Gear | 4.17 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.34 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.52 |
| 4th Gear | 1.14 |
| 5th Gear | 0.87 |
| 6th Gear | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 3.4 |
| Final Drive | 3.38 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 23.3 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-Pivot Strut |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link |
| Turning Diameter | 41.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.7 x 1.18 |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.6 x 0.94 |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 8.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 8.0 |
| Tires Front | P245/50VR18 |
| Tires Rear | P245/50VR18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.9 in |
| Width | 74.9 in |
| Height | 58.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in |
| Front Track | 62.1 in |
| Rear Track | 62.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,552 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 43.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2006 BMW 7 Series 4-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW 7 SERIES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 10, 2012 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Valeo. Valeo is recalling certain engine cooling fans, part numbers 696121, 696273, and 696275, used as service replacement parts for model year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, and 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series vehicles. A metal-oxide semiconductor may overheat due to insufficient screwing of the semiconductor on the aluminum heat sink. This primary failure could cause adjacent components on the fan assembly motor circuit board to overheat and short.
Consequence: This condition could cause the fan motor to become inoperative, or cause the motor circuit board in the assembly to overheat, potentially leading to a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Valeo will notify owners and replace the fans free of charge. The safety recall began on August 22, 2012. This recall is being conducted by Valeo, not by BMW. For further information, owners may contact Valeo at 1-888-718-2536.
NHTSA campaign 12E029000
Oct 1, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Consequence: POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 10V446000
Jul 26, 2006 · SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOWER RUBBER MOUNT OF THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY NOT ADHERE CORRECTLY TO ITS HOUSING WITHIN THE SHOCK ABSORBER.
Consequence: THE BUSHING COULD LOOSEN AND OVER TIME COULD SEPARATE FROM ITS HOUSING. THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE IMPAIRED VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
NHTSA campaign 06V277000
317 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 BMW 7 SERIES
Owner Complaints
317 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW 7 SERIES (8 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 110 |
| Air Bags | 63 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 43 |
| Electrical System | 32 |
| Structure | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 BMW 7 SERIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.