BMW 540i (E60)

BMW 5 series 2007 4.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 540i has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2010. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 390 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 460 thousand 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 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

BMW 540i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 540i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 540i fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.