BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive

BMW 6 series 2012 4.4 petrol description

Coupe BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 450 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 6 sērija 2012 - 2015 version and torque 650 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW 6 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13.1 litres per 100 km, which is 39% 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 rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 650i Gran Coupe AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 13.1 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2012. January ... 2015. January 
Engine: 4395 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 219 g/km
Power: 450 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 650 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 13.1 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.1 l/100km (18 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.01m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.39m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 126 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1265 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2550 kg

BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive engine N63B44O2

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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 4395 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 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 100,000 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 Injection
BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.9 litres (11.5 quarts)
Power 450 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 650 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6

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 [2012 - 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 Gran Coupe 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 320 HP 8.1 l/100km All wheel
BMW 640d Gran Coupe Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 313 HP 5.5 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 640d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - All wheel
BMW 650i Gran Coupe Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most powerfull petrol version (450 HP)

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 8.6 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 650i Gran Coupe xDrive 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2015

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 9.4 l/100km All wheel
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