BMW 6 series 2011 3.0 petrol description
Coupe BMW 640i has been produced from January, 2011 to December, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 320 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1300 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 twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage ...
This BMW 6 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 640i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 640i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 640i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 9.6 litres per 100km.
BMW 640i technical data
| Model: | BMW 640i | ||
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| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 2011. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 320 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 9.6 l/100km (24.5 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: | 2180 kg | ||
BMW 640i engine N55B30 O0
Engine reliability and common problems:
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems.Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 2979 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 89.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.2 : 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 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 640i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 9.3 litres (9.8 quarts) |
| Power | 320 - 326 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| 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 2012 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 7 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW 2 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. |
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All BMW 6 series coupe [2011 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 640i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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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 |
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BMW 650i
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most powerfull petrol version (450 HP) |
4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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BMW 650i 4x4
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | - | All wheel |