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2006 BMW M3 Convertible 6SMG

The 2006 BMW M3 Convertible 6SMG is a 333-hp 3.2-liter inline-6 convertible with a 6-speed sequential manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $57,295 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 333 horsepower at 7,900 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4900 rpm, spinning to a 8,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The M3 measures 176.9 inches long on a 107.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,781 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$57,295 ($92,365 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.2L Inline-6 DOHC 24-valve (S54); High-Pressure Double VANOS; 6 individual throttles
Displacement3.2 L
Horsepower333 hp @ 7,900 rpm
Torque262 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
Redline8,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve, High-Pressure Double VANOS
Bore and Stroke87.0 x 91.0
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection (BMW MS S54)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Differential TypeM Variable Differential Lock
Transmission
Transmission6-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG)
1st Gear4.23 (40 mph **)
2nd Gear2.53 (68 mph **)
3rd Gear1.67 (102 mph **)
4th Gear1.23 (139 mph **)
5th Gear1 (171 mph **)
6th Gear0.83 (206 mph **)
Reverse3.75
Final Drive3.62
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity16.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionBMW M sport suspension (struts, forged-aluminum lower arms, anti-roll bar)
Rear SuspensionBMW M sport suspension (Central Link multi-link, anti-roll bar)
Turning Diameter36.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc325 mm
Rear Brake Disc328 mm
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 8.0"
Wheels Rear18 x 9.0"
Tires Front225/45ZR-18
Tires Rear255/40ZR-18
Dimensions & Weight
Length176.9 in
Width70.1 in
Height53.9 in
Wheelbase107.5 in
Front Track59.4 in
Rear Track60 in
Cargo Volume7.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,781 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)49.9% / 50.1%
Interior
Headroom Front38.4 in
Headroom Rear36.9 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear32 in
Shoulder Room Front54.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear45.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2006 BMW M3 2-DR w/SAB).

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW M3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 15, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 20V017000

Jan 15, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Park it

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 20V018000

Jun 11, 2018 · AIR BAGS Park it

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans, coupes, and convertibles; 2001-2005 330xi sedans; and 2001-2006 M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the air bag inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts became available, on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

NHTSA campaign 14V428000

Oct 25, 2017 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.

Consequence: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 17V676000

May 28, 2015 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Park it

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i Sedan, and 530i Sedans, and 540i and 525i Sportswagons, and 2003 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity Vehicles. Please note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began Aug 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-348 in its entirety. Additionally, vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Note: On December 17, 2015 BMW removed the model year 2004 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity vehicle from this recall. Those vehicles were mistakenly identified as including the air bags that are subject to this recall.

NHTSA campaign 15V318000

216 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 BMW M3

Owner Complaints

216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW M3 (6 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags110
Electrical System32
Latches/Locks/Linkages26
Steering24
Tires15
Seat Belts12
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 5, 2021 · Tires
“FIRESTONE FIREHAWK INDY 500 TIRE FAILED ON SIDEWALL”
Jun 30, 2019 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“COOLANT HOSES RELEASED AND RADIATOR SPLIT OPEN -- APPEARED WHILE DRIVING --- FLUID RELEASED ONTO WINDSHIELD”
Feb 9, 2019 · Electrical System Fire
“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE GLOVE BOX DEPARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE.”
Feb 9, 2019 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
“I WAS RECEIVING A IMAGINE ON THE ON BOARD COMPUTER SAYING THAT MY HEADLIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. UPON INSPECTION INSIDE THE HEADLIGHT'S CASING, I SAW THAT ALL OF THE WIRING'S PROTECTION HAD COMPLETELY…”
Nov 30, 2018 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“FUEL LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL FILTER / FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, LOCATED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THE PLASTIC COVER WHERE THE PRESURRED FUEL LINE IS CONNECTED CRACKS CAUSING THE FUEL TO LEAK. I NOTICED…”

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 M3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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