BMW 745d (E65/E66)

BMW 7 series 2005 4.4 diesel description

Sedan BMW 745d has been produced from January, 2005 to December, 2008. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 329 horsepower on 3800 rpm and torque 750 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and biturbo turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 7 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 9.25 litres.

BMW 745d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 745d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 745d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 7 sērija 2005 - 2008 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1280 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 7 series 2005

BMW 745d technical data

Model: BMW 745d
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. January ... 2008. December 
Engine: 4423 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 329 HP ON 3800 RPM Torque: 750 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.0 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 6.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 88 litres (23.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.04m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.1 meters
Trunk capacity: 500 litres
Gross weight: 2620 kg

BMW 745d engine M67D44TU

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 4423 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 93 mm
Compression ratio 17 : 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 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 745d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 9.25 litres (9.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 16.5 litres (17.4 quarts)
Power 329 HP ON 3800 RPM
Torque 750 NM ON 1900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 9 years

All BMW 7 series sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
BMW 730i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 730Ld Sep 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 740i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 740Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 745d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.4 Diesel 300 HP 9.5 l/100km
BMW 745d

Most powerfull diesel version (330 HP)

4.4 Diesel 330 HP 9.0 l/100km
BMW 750i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 750Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 12.0 l/100km
BMW 760i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 13.0 l/100km
BMW 760Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (445 HP)

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 14.0 l/100km
BMW 7 series 2005 reviews
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