BMW 545i Touring (Touring E61)
BMW 5 series 2004 4.4 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 545i Touring has been produced from April, 2004 to September, 2005. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 333 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 3700 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
The main problems with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS ...
This BMW 5 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
BMW 545i Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 545i Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 545i Touring in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.
BMW 5 series safety
During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got one star.
BMW 545i Touring technical data
| Model: | BMW 545i Touring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2004. April ... 2005. September | ||
| Engine: | 4398 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 271 g/km |
| Power: | 333 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 3700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12 l/100km (19.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.84m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1650 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2285 kg | ||
BMW 545i Touring engine N62B44
Engine reliability and common problems:
The main problems with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS systems. Fluctuating idle is usually caused by ignition coil failure, air leaks, MAF sensor problems or problems in the Valvetronic system.Another common problem is increased oil consumption due to valve stem seal wear. Typically, oil consumption problems start around 100,000km, with worn valve stem seals being the main cause. After a further 100,000km the oil control rings often fail.
Oil leaks from the generator housing gasket and crankshaft seal are also common.
As mileage increases, debris from a deteriorating catalytic converter can be sucked into the cylinders, causing significant damage. To minimise problems and extend engine life, it is essential to use high quality oil and fuel and to carry out regular maintenance.
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 4398 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.7 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. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 545i Touring oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 13.8 litres (14.6 quarts) |
| Power | 320 - 333 HP ON 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 - 450 NM ON 3700 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW 6 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 estate car [2004 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520d Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 523i Touring
Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 523i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Touring | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d Touring | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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BMW 535d Touring
Most powerfull diesel version (272 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 272 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP) |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |