BMW 540i (E39)
BMW 5 series 1995 4.4 petrol description
Sedan BMW 540i has been produced from March, 1996 to September, 2000. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 286 horsepower on 5400 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 1995 - 2000 version and torque 440 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 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. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 290 000 to 490 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 540i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 540i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 540i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 17 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13.3 litres per 100 km, which is 11% 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, and for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got one star.
BMW 540i technical data
| Model: | BMW 540i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1996. March ... 2000. September | ||
| Engine: | 4398 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 292 g/km |
| Power: | 286 HP ON 5400 RPM | Torque: | 440 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) 17.0 (urban) 9.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 13.3 l/100km (17.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.78m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2200 kg | ||
BMW 540i engine M62B44TU
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 | 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 540i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
| Power | 286 HP ON 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| 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 1999 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija Land Rover Range Rover |
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 [1995 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520i
Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 520d
Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 523i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 523i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 525td Apr 1997 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525tds Mar 1996 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525tds Mar 1996 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 525d Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525d Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 528i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 528i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 530d
Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (184 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 530d
Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (184 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 535i Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 | 3.5 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 535i Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 | 3.5 Petrol | 245 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 540i
Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 540i
Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |