BMW 740d xDrive (G11/G12)
BMW 7 series 2019 3.0 diesel description
Sedan BMW 740d xDrive has been produced from January, 2019 to December, 2020. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 320 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 680 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 250 up to 420 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This BMW 7 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 740d xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 740d xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
BMW 740d xDrive fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1300 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1460 kilometers on highway.
BMW 740d xDrive technical data
| Model: | BMW 740d xDrive | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2019. January ... 2020. December | ||
| Engine: | 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 320 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 680 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: | 5.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres (20.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.12m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 515 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2605 kg | ||
BMW 740d xDrive 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 740d xDrive oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 11.9 litres (12.6 quarts) |
| Power | 320 - 340 HP ON 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 680 - 700 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2015 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 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. |
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