BMW M550d (G31)
BMW 5 series 2016 3.0 diesel description
Estate car / wagon BMW M550d has been produced from January, 2017 to December, 2020. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 400 horsepower on 4400 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 2016 - 2020 version and torque 760 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW M550d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW M550d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW M550d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 8.7 litres per 100km.
BMW 5 series safety
During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 91 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 85 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got 81 points from 100.
BMW 5 series safety equipment has been rated as average - 59 percents from 100.
BMW M550d technical data
| Model: | BMW M550d | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2017. January ... 2020. December | ||
| Engine: | 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 400 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 760 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km (27 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.94m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1700 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2620 kg | ||
BMW M550d engine B57D30S0
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 M550d oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 11.9 litres (12.6 quarts) |
| Power | 400 HP ON 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| 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. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6 BMW X7 |
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 5 series estate car [2016 - 2020] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520i
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 530i Touring
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
|
BMW 520d Touring
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d Touring
Jan 2016 — Dec 2019 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 231 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 540i Touring xDrive 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (340 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring | 3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 540d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 3.0 Diesel | 320 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M550d 4x4
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
3.0 Diesel | 400 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |