BMW 6 series 2011 3.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 640i Cabrio has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 410 thousand 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 Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 640i Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
BMW 640i Cabrio fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 6 series fuel consumption.
BMW 640i Cabrio technical data
| Model: | BMW 640i Cabrio | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2011. January ... 2015. January | ||
| Engine: | 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 185 g/km |
| Power: | 320 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.4 l/100km (25 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: | 123 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 350 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2290 kg | ||
BMW 640i Cabrio 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 Cabrio 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. |
All BMW 6 series cabrio [2011 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 640i Cabrio
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| BMW 640i xDrive Cabrio 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 3.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 8.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| BMW 640d | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| BMW 640d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | - | All wheel |
| BMW 650i Cabrio Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 4.4 Petrol | 408 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| BMW 650i xDrive Cabrio 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 4.4 Petrol | 408 HP | 11.5 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 4.5 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | - | All wheel |