BMW M6 DEBUTS AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

500 Horsepower Super Coupe Arrives in US Showrooms This Spring

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - January 4, 2006... The BMW M6 makes its North American
debut today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. It has been more than
15 years since the last M6 was available here. Like that car, the all-new M6
features a race-inspired drivetrain, which it shares with its M5 Sedan stable
mate. With a 500 horsepower V10 engine and seven-speed Sequential Manual
Gearbox (SMG), the new M6 is capable of extraordinary performance - 0-60 mph in
4.5 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph. It offers an
unparalleled capability for a driver-tailored driving experience and the first
use of a carbon fiber roof in a production vehicle, all wrapped within the
stylish lines of the BMW 6 Series. The 2006 BMW M6 arrives in U.S. showrooms
this spring with an MSRP of $96,795 including destination and handling.

Motorsport inspired drivetrain and suspension
The new M6 features an F1 inspired, normally aspirated V10 engine. This 500
horsepower engine is capable of speeds in excess of 8,000 rpm. It is mated to
the industry's first seven-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox. Featuring
Drivelogic, this SMG puts 11 different shift programs at the driver's
fingertips. The suspension features Electronic Damping Control (EDC) with
three driver settings and infinite variability of firmness. This system has
been tailored by BMW M to provide the right firmness when needed for spirited
motoring while maintaining ride comfort for cruising. The M Variable
Differential Lock enables the M6 to effectively put its considerable power to
the ground, particularly on slippery surfaces and when accelerating out of
corners. The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system has also been tailored to
include the M Dynamic Mode for those occasions when the driver wants to have a
higher level of wheel slip without disengaging the system. Of course, in true
BMW fashion, DSC may be switched off completely when desired.

Innovative weight saving
The new M6 builds on the intelligent weight saving innovations already seen in
the 6 Series, such as an aluminum front structure, sheet-molded compound trunk
lid, and thermoplastic front fender. The M6 includes the first carbon-fiber
roof in a production automobile. As with many of BMW's intelligent weight
saving innovations, this pays double benefits. In addition to saving weight
overall, the lighter roof serves to lower the M6's center of gravity,
contributing to agility. The front and rear bumper supports are also made from
carbon-fiber. The considerable front and rear cross-drilled disc brakes are of
a compound design with an aluminum center hub which reduces unsprung weight for
greater responsiveness.

Unique style offered with many exterior and interior choices
The BMW M6 is based on the award-winning design of the BMW 6 Series. It adds
subtle and functional touches such as a unique front air dam, which is designed
to direct more airflow to the V10 engine as well as the front brakes. The rear
air diffuser, flanked by the four round tailpipes which are characteristic of
products from BMW M, is designed to reduce rear lift for greater stability at
higher speeds. Other styling touches include the side gills in the front
fenders, sculpted rocker panels, and M-style side mirrors. The palette of
seven exterior colors includes four exclusive to BMW M - Silverstone II,
Interlagos Blue, Sepang Bronze and Indianapolis Red. The tailored interior is
offered with eight upholstery choices, which include five full-leather options,
and a choice of three trim options.

Driver-tailored driving experience
Like the new M5 Sedan, the M6 Coupe offers its driver the ability to tailor the
driving experience. The driver can choose three engine output programs - P400,
P500 and P500 Sport. Drivelogic puts 11 shift programs for the seven-speed SMG
at the driver's fingertips. Electronic Damping Control offers three levels of
shock-absorber firmness - Normal, Comfort, and Sport. Even the DSC system
offers a choice of standard and M Dynamic modes as well as the option of
switching it off. These combine for a total of 279 settings. The M Drive
feature allows the driver to custom-tailor each of these settings into one
program, which can be instantly selected at the touch of the "M" button on the
steering wheel.

As its predecessor did nearly two decades ago, the all-new BMW M6 combines the
style of a BMW 6 Series Coupe with the best performance that the engineers at
BMW M have to offer.
BMW Group In America