BMW 730d (G11/G12)

BMW 7 series 2015 3.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 730d has been produced from January, 2015 to January, 2019. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 265 horsepower and torque 620 Nm (Newton metres).

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW 7 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 730d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 730d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 730d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.9 litres per 100km (20.4 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 7 sērija 2015 - 2019 version, city fuel economy - 5.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.4 l/100km..
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100 km, which is 51% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 7 series versions - with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 730d xDrive AT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 730Ld xDrive AT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 730d xDrive AT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 5.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 5.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.4 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 730Ld xDrive AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 5.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.4 litres per 100 km
BMW 7 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 7 series 2015

BMW 730d technical data

Model: BMW 730d
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2015. January ... 2019. January 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 265 HP Torque: 620 NM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.9 (combined) 5.8 (urban) 4.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Car dimensions: 5.10m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.48m (height)
Trunk capacity: 515 litres

BMW 730d engine B57D30O0

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 : 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 (specified), 120,000 km (recommended)

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 730d oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Power 265 - 286 HP
Torque 620 - 650 NM
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 9 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 2018 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW X3 BMW X6 BMW 6 sērija and 2 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 7 series sedan [2015 - 2019] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
BMW 740e iPerformance Jan 2016 — Dec 2019 2.0 Hybrid 258 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 740i Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 326 HP 7.0 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 740Li Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 326 HP 7.0 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 750Li Jan 2015 — Jan 2019 3.0 Petrol 326 HP 8.3 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 750LixDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019 3.0 Petrol 326 HP 8.5 l/100km All wheel
BMW 730d Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 265 HP 4.9 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 730Ld Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 265 HP 4.9 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 730d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 265 HP 5.2 l/100km All wheel
BMW 730Ld xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 265 HP 5.2 l/100km All wheel
BMW 740d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019 3.0 Diesel 320 HP 5.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW 740Ld xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019 3.0 Diesel 320 HP 5.4 l/100km All wheel
BMW 750d 4x4 Jan 2016 — Dec 2019

Most powerfull diesel version (400 HP)

3.0 Diesel 400 HP 5.4 l/100km All wheel
BMW 750i Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most powerfull petrol version (450 HP)

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 8.1 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 750i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2019

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 8.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW 7 series 2015 reviews
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