BMW M550i (G30)

BMW 5 series 2016 4.4 petrol description

Sedan BMW M550i has been produced from January, 2019 to December, 2020. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 530 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 2016 - 2020 version and torque 750 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 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 and twinscroll turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 170 000 to 280 000 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 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

BMW M550i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW M550i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 3.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this version of BMW M550i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 11.8 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 5 series 4.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 5 series 2016

BMW M550i technical data

Model: BMW M550i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2019. January ... 2020. December 
Engine: 4395 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 530 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 750 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 3.8 seconds
Fuel consumption: 11.8 l/100km (19.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 68 litres (18 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.94m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.4 meters
Gross weight: 2480 kg

BMW M550i engine N63B44T3

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 170,000 to 280,000 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 4395 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 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 100,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
BMW M550i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts)
Power 530 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 750 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 7 sērija BMW X6 BMW 8 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 5 series sedan [2016 - 2020] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2017 — Dec 2020

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2016 — Jan 2020

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 252 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 2.0 Petrol 252 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2016 — Jan 2020

Most fuel efficient diesel version
Only version with manual transmission

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2016 — Jan 2020

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 520d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 2.0 Diesel 231 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530e iPerformance Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 2.0 Hybrid 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530e Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 2.0 Hybrid 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530e 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 2.0 Hybrid 184 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 540i Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 3.0 Petrol 340 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 540i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 3.0 Petrol 340 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 3.0 Diesel 249 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 3.0 Diesel 265 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 3.0 Diesel 265 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 540d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 3.0 Diesel 320 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020

Most powerfull diesel version (400 HP)

3.0 Diesel 400 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550i 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 4.4 Petrol 462 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550i 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2020

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds

4.4 Petrol 530 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
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