BMW 6 series 2004 4.8 petrol description
Coupe BMW 650i has been produced from September, 2005 to September, 2007. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.8 litres, which produces power of 360 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 500 Nm (Newton metres) on 3400 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 290 000 to 490 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 6 series 4.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
BMW 650i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 650i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 650i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13.2 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 6 series fuel consumption.

BMW 650i technical data
Model: | BMW 650i | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2005. September ... 2007. September | ||
Engine: | 4799 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 267 g/km |
Power: | 360 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 500 NM ON 3400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 16.3 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 13.2 l/100km (17.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.37m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2090 kg |
BMW 650i engine N62B48
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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 | 4799 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 93 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.3 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 650i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 14.2 litres (15 quarts) |
Power | 360 HP ON 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 NM ON 3400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 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 6 series coupe [2004 - 2007] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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BMW 630i
Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
BMW 630i Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
BMW 645Ci Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
BMW 645Ci Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
BMW 650i
Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
BMW 650i
Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 Most powerfull version (367 HP) |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |