BMW 540d (G30)

BMW 5 series 2020 3.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 540d has been produced from 2020 to 2023. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 700 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute. It is an MHEV (Mild Hybrid) hybrid vehicle, with electric motor that assists the internal combustion engine, however, the car cannot run on electric power alone, and the battery is charged while driving (external charging is not available).

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. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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 540d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 540d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 540d fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km (19.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1280 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1520 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 53% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

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BMW 5 series 2020

BMW 540d technical data

Model: BMW 540d
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2020. January ... 2023. December 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 340 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 700 NM ON 1750 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 (l/100km): 5.1 (combined) 6.6 (urban) 4.3 (highway)
Battery capacity: 0.528 kWh (total)
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.96m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.4 meters
Ground clearance: 139 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Gross weight: 2525 kg Net weight: 1850 kg Load capacity: 675 kg

BMW 540d engine B57D30T0

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 540d oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.2 litres (10.8 quarts)
Power 320 - 340 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 680 - 700 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 11 years
Engine also used on BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 BMW 6 sērija and 4 other models

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 [2020 - 2023] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
BMW 520i 1.6 Petrol 170 HP 7.8 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 520i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
184 HP 6.8 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 530i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2020 — Dec 2022 2.0 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
249 HP 7.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2020 — Dec 2022

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
252 HP 5.5 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 520d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
190 HP 5.2 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 520d xDrive 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
190 HP 5.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW 520e Jan 2020 — Dec 2022 2.0 Hybrid
PHEV
163 HP 1.8 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 530e 2.0 Hybrid
PHEV
184 HP 1.8 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 530e 4x4 2.0 Hybrid
PHEV
184 HP 2.1 l/100km All wheel
BMW 540i 3.0 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
333 HP 6.5 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 540i xDrive 4x4 3.0 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
340 HP 7.9 l/100km All wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 3.0 Diesel 249 HP 5.9 l/100km All wheel
BMW 530d

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
286 HP 4.6 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 530d 4x4 3.0 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
286 HP 5.0 l/100km All wheel
BMW 540d 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (340 HP)

3.0 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
340 HP 5.1 l/100km All wheel
BMW 545e 4x4 3.0 Hybrid
PHEV
286 HP 2.3 l/100km All wheel
BMW M550i xDrive 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds

4.4 Petrol 530 HP 10.7 l/100km All wheel
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