BMW 550i (F10)
BMW 5 series 2013 4.4 petrol description
Sedan BMW 550i has been produced from January, 2013 to January, 2016. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 450 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 650 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 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. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 190 000 to 330 000 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 8.5 litres.
BMW 550i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 550i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 550i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.6 litres per 100km (11.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100 km, which is 35% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.
BMW 550i technical data
| Model: | BMW 550i | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2013. January ... 2016. January | ||
| Engine: | 4395 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 199 g/km |
| Power: | 450 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 650 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 (combined) 11.8 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.90m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2430 kg | ||
BMW 550i engine N63B44O2
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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 550i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 11.6 litres (12.3 quarts) |
| Power | 450 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2008 |
| Duration of production | 17 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6 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 sedan [2013 - 2016] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| BMW 520i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520i
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 518d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 518d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 535d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M550d xDrive 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most powerfull diesel version (381 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 381 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 550i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i xDrive 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M5
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 560 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |