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2006 BMW 325

2006 BMW 325

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Sedan
4-5 Seats
23-25 MPG
(Combined)
Key specs of the base trim
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Overview

Is this the car for you?
 (4.6) 90 reviews

The Good

  • RWD handling prowess
  • BMW's reputation for sporting driving
  • Increased interior space

The Bad

  • Ride comfort, except on smooth surfaces
  • Lack of traction on snow or ice
  • Optional iDrive system confusing

What to Know

about the 2006 BMW 325
  • Redesigned for 2006
  • 215-hp inline-six-cylinder
  • Manual or automatic
  • Enlarged dimensions
  • Standard front and rear Head Protection System
  • Available Active Steering and iDrive

Our Take

from the Cars.com expert editorial team

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Consumer Reviews

What drivers are saying

4.6
90 reviews — Read All reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.7)
Performance
(4.5)
Interior Design
(4.5)
Comfort
(4.5)
Reliability
(4.4)
Value For The Money
(4.5)

Read reviews that mention:

(5.0)

Best bang-for-your-buck Sedan our there

by Owner from West Lafayette, IN on November 14, 2018

This car has been perfect for me in every way. Only reason I can?t keep it is because it?s tough to keep putting in premium gas when I?m a college student without an income. It?s comfy, it can get ... Read full review

(5.0)

A sporty wagon with full BMW flavor

by Pocket Rocket from Washington, DC on November 10, 2018

It offers a unique blend of sportiness and practicality: a car for a trip to Ikea and a car for that twisty country road. BMW's legendary Inline-6 3.0L (215 hp) is coupled with 6-speed ZF auto ... Read full review

Safety

Recalls and crash tests

Recalls

The 2006 BMW 325 currently has 9 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

Based on 2006 BMW 325 i

IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal, or poor.

Head Restraints and Seats

Dynamic Rating
acceptable
Overall Rear
acceptable
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry
good

Moderate overlap front

Chest
good
Head/Neck
good
Left Leg/Foot
good
Overall Front
good
Restraints
good
Right Leg/Foot
good
Structure/safety cage
good

Side

Driver Head Protection
good
Driver Head and Neck
good
Driver Pelvis/Leg
acceptable
Driver Torso
acceptable
Overall Side
good
Rear Passenger Head Protection
good
Rear Passenger Head and Neck
good
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg
good
Rear Passenger Torso
good
Structure/safety cage
acceptable
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit research and communications organization funded by auto insurers.

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The 325 received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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