BMW 6 series 2004 4.8 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 650i Cabrio 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 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 Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 650i Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 650i Cabrio fuel consumption is 13 litres per 100km (7.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 19.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
BMW 650i Cabrio technical data
| Model: | BMW 650i Cabrio | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2005. September ... 2007. September | ||
| Engine: | 4799 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 310 g/km |
| Power: | 360 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 500 NM ON 3400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.0 (combined) 19.1 (urban) 9.3 (highway) | ||
| 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: | 300 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 350 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2250 kg | ||
BMW 650i Cabrio 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 Cabrio oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 13.8 litres (14.6 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 cabrio [2004 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 630i Cabrio
Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 630i Cabrio Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 645Ci Cabrio Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 645Ci Cabrio Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
|
BMW 650i Cabrio
Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 650i Cabrio
Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 Most powerfull version (367 HP) |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |