BMW 640d

BMW 6 series 2011 3.0 diesel description

Coupe BMW 640d has been produced from January, 2011 to December, 2015. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 313 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 630 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and BiTurbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This BMW 6 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 640d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 640d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 640d fuel consumption is 4.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (20.8 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 6 sērija 2011 - 2015 version, city fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1440 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1440 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 67% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 6 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 6 series version with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 640d xDrive Coupe AT 4x4) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 5.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 21 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.0 litres per 100 km.
BMW 6 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 6 series 2011

BMW 640d technical data

Model: BMW 640d
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2011. January ... 2015. December 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 313 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 630 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8 (combined) 4.8 (urban) 4.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.89m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.37m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters
Ground clearance: 124 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Gross weight: 2220 kg

BMW 640d engine N57D30T1

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2993 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 200,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 640d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 313 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 630 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 6 series coupe [2011 - 2015] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
BMW 640i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

3.0 Petrol 320 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 640i xDrive Coupe 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

3.0 Petrol 320 HP 8.1 l/100km All wheel
BMW 640d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 313 HP 4.8 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 640d xDrive Coupe 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 3.0 Diesel 313 HP 5.8 l/100km All wheel
BMW 650i Jan 2011 — Dec 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 7.7 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 650i xDrive Coupe 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW 650i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most powerfull petrol version (450 HP)

4.4 Petrol 450 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 650i 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

4.4 Petrol 450 HP - All wheel
BMW 6 series 2011 reviews
Alfa Romeo Audi BMW Chevrolet Chrysler Citroen Dacia Dodge Fiat Ford Honda Hyundai Infiniti Isuzu Jaguar Jeep Kia Lada (VAZ) Land Rover Lexus Mazda Mercedes Mini Mitsubishi Moskvich Nissan Opel Peugeot Porsche Renault Rover SAAB Seat Skoda Smart Subaru Suzuki Toyota Volkswagen Volvo
Contact us: info@auto-abc.lv