2006 BMW M5
Standard & Optional Features

Performance & efficiency
5.0-liter DOHC 40-valve V-10 engine:
Aluminum cylinder block & heads, bedplate construction S
Double high-pressure VANOS steplessly variable valve timing S
10 individual throttles, electronically controlled, with variable
throttle response & maximum power level (3 settings) S
Machined intake ports & combustion chambers S
Special BMW MS S65 electronic engine management system S
Direct ignition system with pencil coils S
Ionic-current knock control S
Semi-dry-sump, G-sensitive lubrication system S
7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with DRIVELOGIC,
11 shift programs & Launch Control S
6-speed manual transmission OPT

Handling, ride & braking
Specially equipped & calibrated BMW M suspension system:
Double-pivot-type aluminum front suspension S
4-link Integral aluminum rear suspension S

S – Standard OPT – Optional

Handling, ride & braking (cont.)
BMW M Electronic Damping Control (EDC) with Comfort, Normal,
& Sport modes S
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio power steering
with Comfort & Sport levels of power assist S
4-wheel compound, ventilated & cross-ventilated disc brakes S
M Double Spoke alloy wheels (design #166M),
19 x 8.5 front/19 x 9.5 rear S
255/40ZR-19 front / 285/35ZR-19 rear performance tires S
Flat Tire Warning S
M Mobility System S
BMW M-calibrated Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including all-speed
traction control, electronic brake proportioning, antilock braking (ABS),
cornering/braking stability enhancement, Dynamic Brake Control,
Brake Standby, Brake Drying, Start-off Assistant & M Dynamic Mode S
M Variable Differential Lock S
MDrive system, providing 1-touch selection of preferred combination of
3 throttle/power settings, 11 transmission programs, 3 EDC modes,
2 DSC modes & de-activated DSC S

Exterior design & function
Special BMW M front bumper/spoiler/air-intake ensemble with “flaps” S
Xenon Adaptive headlights with dynamic auto-leveling S
Automatic headlight control S
High-intensity headlight cleaning system with retracting nozzles S
Daytime running lamps S
Park Distance Control S
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with articulated passenger’s-side
wiper arm, single-wipe control, windshield-washer
system with heated washer jets S
BMW M exterior mirrors S
BMW M exterior paint selection, choice of standard or metallic S
Side gills with M5 logos S

S – Standard
Exterior design & function (cont.)
Satin Chrome Shadowline side-window trim S
Unique side sills S
Rear spoiler S
Special BMW M rear bumper/diffusor ensemble with “flaps” S
Four stainless-steel exhaust tips S

Ergonomics, luxury & convenience
Vehicle & Key Memory S
Multi-function remote:
Selective locking S
Remote trunk release S
Comfort Access OPT
Soft-close doors OPT 2
Dual power/heated exterior mirrors S
Automatic tilt-down of right exterior mirror for visibility of curb
when backing up S
Automatic-dimming interior & exterior mirrors S
BMW Universal Transceiver (3-function garage-door opener) S
Courtesy lights with fade-in/fade-out feature, actuation from remote,
automatic switch-on when engine is turned off S
Front & rear reading lights, separately controlled left/right S
BMW Ambiance Lighting 2006 BMW M5
Standard & Optional Features

Performance & efficiency
5.0-liter DOHC 40-valve V-10 engine:
Aluminum cylinder block & heads, bedplate construction S
Double high-pressure VANOS steplessly variable valve timing S
10 individual throttles, electronically controlled, with variable
throttle response & maximum power level (3 settings) S
Machined intake ports & combustion chambers S
Special BMW MS S65 electronic engine management system S
Direct ignition system with pencil coils S
Ionic-current knock control S
Semi-dry-sump, G-sensitive lubrication system S
7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with DRIVELOGIC,
11 shift programs & Launch Control S
6-speed manual transmission OPT

Handling, ride & braking
Specially equipped & calibrated BMW M suspension system:
Double-pivot-type aluminum front suspension S
4-link Integral aluminum rear suspension S

S – Standard OPT – Optional
Handling, ride & braking (cont.)
BMW M Electronic Damping Control (EDC) with Comfort, Normal,
& Sport modes S
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio power steering
with Comfort & Sport levels of power assist S
4-wheel compound, ventilated & cross-ventilated disc brakes S
M Double Spoke alloy wheels (design #166M),
19 x 8.5 front/19 x 9.5 rear S
255/40ZR-19 front / 285/35ZR-19 rear performance tires S
Flat Tire Warning S
M Mobility System S
BMW M-calibrated Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including all-speed
traction control, electronic brake proportioning, antilock braking (ABS),
cornering/braking stability enhancement, Dynamic Brake Control,
Brake Standby, Brake Drying, Start-off Assistant & M Dynamic Mode S
M Variable Differential Lock S
MDrive system, providing 1-touch selection of preferred combination of
3 throttle/power settings, 11 transmission programs, 3 EDC modes,
2 DSC modes & de-activated DSC S

Exterior design & function
Special BMW M front bumper/spoiler/air-intake ensemble with “flaps” S
Xenon Adaptive headlights with dynamic auto-leveling S
Automatic headlight control S
High-intensity headlight cleaning system with retracting nozzles S
Daytime running lamps S
Park Distance Control S
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with articulated passenger’s-side
wiper arm, single-wipe control, windshield-washer
system with heated washer jets S
BMW M exterior mirrors S
BMW M exterior paint selection, choice of standard or metallic S
Side gills with M5 logos S

S – Standard
Exterior design & function (cont.)
Satin Chrome Shadowline side-window trim S
Unique side sills S
Rear spoiler S
Special BMW M rear bumper/diffusor ensemble with “flaps” S
Four stainless-steel exhaust tips S

Ergonomics, luxury & convenience
Vehicle & Key Memory S
Multi-function remote:
Selective locking S
Remote trunk release S
Comfort Access OPT
Soft-close doors OPT 2
Dual power/heated exterior mirrors S
Automatic tilt-down of right exterior mirror for visibility of curb
when backing up S
Automatic-dimming interior & exterior mirrors S
BMW Universal Transceiver (3-function garage-door opener) S
Courtesy lights with fade-in/fade-out feature, actuation from remote,
automatic switch-on when engine is turned off S
Front & rear reading lights, separately controlled left/right S
BMW Ambiance Lighting S
BMW M exit/entry lighting in door panels S
Illumination of interior door handles & door storage bins,
front footwell lighting & LED exterior ground lighting S
Lockable glove compartment with rechargeable take-out flashlight S
Power tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped M sport steering wheel with fingertip
cruise, audio & phone controls, programmable button & MDrive selector S
Start/Stop Button S
Illuminated SMG shift lever S

S – Standard OPT – Optional

Ergonomics, luxury & convenience (cont.)
16-way driver’s/14-way passenger’s power/heated M front sport seats,
including adjustable thigh support & passive backrest width S
18-way power/heated M Multi-function Comfort seats, including
Active Backrest Width, adjustable upper-backrest width,
4-way power lumbar support & Active head restraints OPT
Memory system for driver’s seat, steering wheel & exterior
mirrors (2 settings per user) S
Balance control for front-seat heating S
Active Seat Ventilation, front seats OPT
Adjustable front center armrest S
2-level center console compartments with climate-controlled
lower compartment S
BMW M instrumentation with –
Illuminated white scales on speedometer & tachometer S
Red pointers S
Oil-temperature gauge S
Variable warning segment on tachometer S
LCD main & trip odometers S
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout S
iDrive system with –
BMW On-board Navigation System, DVD database S
Force Feedback controller S
8-function On-board Computer S
Automatic ventilation S
TeleService S
Phone memory & dialing functions 6 S
M Head-up Display OPT
Merino Leather upholstery:
Extended Leather S
Full Leather OPT
Perforated Full Leather OPT

S – Standard OPT – Optional
Ergonomics, luxury & convenience (cont.)
Alcantara headliner OPT Brushed-aluminum interior trim S
Olive Carrara Natural wood interior trim NC
Walnut Madeira wood interior trim NC
Power windows with key-off operation; 1-touch opening & closing of
all door windows, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote,
closing from exterior lock S
Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature & air-
distribution controls, automatic recirculation control, bi-directional solar
sensor, Heat at Rest, humidity control, temperature- & volume-controlled
rear outlets, activated-charcoal microfilter ventilation & other features S
2-way power moonroof with key-off operation, 1-touch opening & closing,
anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, opening & closing
from exterior door lock, sliding interior sunshade S
Anti-theft Logic7 audio system with 13 speakers incl. 2 subwoofers,
Digital Sound Processing, Surround Sound simulation,
Radio Data System (RDS) & FM diversity antenna system S
6-disc CD changer in glove compartment S
Sirius Satellite Radio OPT/C
Bluetooth cellphone interface S
Power outlets in front passenger’s footwell & trunk S
Dual cupholders front & rear S
Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors S
Open storage compartments in front & rear doors S
Fold-up rear center armrest S
Seatback storage compartments S
Heated rear seats OPT
Split folding rear seats & ski bag OPT
Power-operated rear & manual rear door-window sunshades OPT
Rear-window defroster S
Interior trunk release, electrically operated S
Fully finished trunk with reversible floormat
to keep smaller cargo from sliding S

S – Standard OPT – Optional NC –No extra cost C – BMW center-installed

Safety & security
Dual front-impact Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) with
dual-threshold deployment, 2-stage Smart Airbags S
Front safety belts with automatic tensioners & force limiters S
Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger safety belts
(for installation of child restraint seats) S
LATCH attachments in rear seat (for installation of child
restraint seats) S
Interlocking door anchoring system for side impacts S
Front- & rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II) S
Front side-impact airbags S
Rear-seat side-impact airbags & automatic tensioners
on rear outboard safety belts OPT
Active front head restraints OPT
Intelligent Safety & Information System (ISIS)
for deployment of safety systems S
Battery Safety Terminal S
BMW Assist with Bluetooth® wireless technology, including automatic collision
notification, SOS button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, TeleService 8,
Concierge & Customer Relations services S
Central locking system with double-lock anti-theft feature, selective unlocking S
Coded Driveaway Protection S
Alarm system with operation from remote, interior motion detector S

S – Standard OPT – Optional

BMW M exit/entry lighting in door panels S
Illumination of interior door handles & door storage bins,
front footwell lighting & LED exterior ground lighting S
Lockable glove compartment with rechargeable take-out flashlight S
Power tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped M sport steering wheel with fingertip
cruise, audio & phone controls, programmable button & MDrive selector S
Start/Stop Button S
Illuminated SMG shift lever S

S – Standard OPT – Optional

Ergonomics, luxury & convenience (cont.)
16-way driver’s/14-way passenger’s power/heated M front sport seats,
including adjustable thigh support & passive backrest width S
18-way power/heated M Multi-function Comfort seats, including
Active Backrest Width, adjustable upper-backrest width,
4-way power lumbar support & Active head restraints OPT
Memory system for driver’s seat, steering wheel & exterior
mirrors (2 settings per user) S
Balance control for front-seat heating S
Active Seat Ventilation, front seats OPT
Adjustable front center armrest S
2-level center console compartments with climate-controlled
lower compartment S
BMW M instrumentation with –
Illuminated white scales on speedometer & tachometer S
Red pointers S
Oil-temperature gauge S
Variable warning segment on tachometer S
LCD main & trip odometers S
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout S
iDrive system with –
BMW On-board Navigation System, DVD database S
Force Feedback controller S
8-function On-board Computer S
Automatic ventilation S
TeleService S
Phone memory & dialing functions 6 S
M Head-up Display OPT
Merino Leather upholstery:
Extended Leather S
Full Leather OPT
Perforated Full Leather OPT

S – Standard OPT – Optional
Ergonomics, luxury & convenience (cont.)
Alcantara headliner OPT Brushed-aluminum interior trim S
Olive Carrara Natural wood interior trim NC
Walnut Madeira wood interior trim NC
Power windows with key-off operation; 1-touch opening & closing of
all door windows, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote,
closing from exterior lock S
Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature & air-
distribution controls, automatic recirculation control, bi-directional solar
sensor, Heat at Rest, humidity control, temperature- & volume-controlled
rear outlets, activated-charcoal microfilter ventilation & other features S
2-way power moonroof with key-off operation, 1-touch opening & closing,
anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, opening & closing
from exterior door lock, sliding interior sunshade S
Anti-theft Logic7 audio system with 13 speakers incl. 2 subwoofers,
Digital Sound Processing, Surround Sound simulation,
Radio Data System (RDS) & FM diversity antenna system S
6-disc CD changer in glove compartment S
Sirius Satellite Radio OPT/C
Bluetooth cellphone interface S
Power outlets in front passenger’s footwell & trunk S
Dual cupholders front & rear S
Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors S
Open storage compartments in front & rear doors S
Fold-up rear center armrest S
Seatback storage compartments S
Heated rear seats OPT
Split folding rear seats & ski bag OPT
Power-operated rear & manual rear door-window sunshades OPT
Rear-window defroster S
Interior trunk release, electrically operated S
Fully finished trunk with reversible floormat
to keep smaller cargo from sliding S

S – Standard OPT – Optional NC –No extra cost C – BMW center-installed

Safety & security
Dual front-impact Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) with
dual-threshold deployment, 2-stage Smart Airbags S
Front safety belts with automatic tensioners & force limiters S
Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger safety belts
(for installation of child restraint seats) S
LATCH attachments in rear seat (for installation of child
restraint seats) S
Interlocking door anchoring system for side impacts S
Front- & rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II) S
Front side-impact airbags S
Rear-seat side-impact airbags & automatic tensioners
on rear outboard safety belts OPT
Active front head restraints OPT
Intelligent Safety & Information System (ISIS)
for deployment of safety systems S
Battery Safety Terminal S
BMW Assist with Bluetooth® wireless technology, including automatic collision
notification, SOS button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, TeleService 8,
Concierge & Customer Relations services S
Central locking system with double-lock anti-theft feature, selective unlocking S
Coded Driveaway Protection S
Alarm system with operation from remote, interior motion detector S

S – Standard OPT – Optional