BMW 550i (F10)

BMW 5 series 2010 4.4 petrol description

Sedan BMW 550i has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 408 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 2010 - 2013 version and torque 600 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 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 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 5 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

BMW 550i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 550i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 550i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.4 litres per 100km (9.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13.7 litres per 100 km, which is 32% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

BMW 5 series safety

During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 5 series safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 100 percents from 100.

With the same engine there is also BMW 5 series version with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 550i AT 4x4) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 11.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 13.7 litres per 100 km.
BMW 5 series 4.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 5 series 2010

BMW 550i technical data

Model: BMW 550i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2010. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 4395 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 243 g/km
Power: 408 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 600 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.4 (combined) 15.4 (urban) 7.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.7 l/100km (17.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.90m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2430 kg

BMW 550i engine N63B44O0

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 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 550i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 11.4 litres (12 quarts)
Power 408 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 600 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2011 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6 BMW 6 sērija

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 5 series sedan [2010 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 245 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 3.0 Diesel 300 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 550i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 550i 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 5 series 2010 reviews
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