BMW 740Li xDrive (G11/G12)
BMW 7 series 2019 3.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 740Li xDrive is being produced from January, 2019. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 450 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 fuel injection system and Twin-Scroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 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 7 series 3.0 engine oil type is 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 740Li xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 740Li xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 740Li xDrive in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
BMW 740Li xDrive technical data
| Model: | BMW 740Li xDrive | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2019. January | ||
| Engine: | 2998 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 340 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres (20.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.26m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12.9 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 515 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2555 kg | ||
BMW 740Li xDrive engine B58B30M1
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2998 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 740Li xDrive oil type | 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Power | 333 - 340 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 - 500 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2018 |
| Duration of production | 6 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 2021 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 6 sērija BMW 8 sērija |
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