BMW 730iL (E38)
BMW 7 series 1994 3.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 730iL has been produced from June, 1994 to March, 1996. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 290 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 7 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 730iL has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 730iL accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 730iL fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.
- BMW 730i AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.4 seconds later (in 9.7 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 10.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 12.8 litres per 100 km
- BMW 730iL AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.4 seconds later (in 9.7 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 10.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 12.8 litres per 100 km
BMW 730iL technical data
| Model: | BMW 730iL | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1994. June ... 1996. March | ||
| Engine: | 2997 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 290 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.8 l/100km (18.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 litres (25.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.12m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2285 kg | ||
BMW 730iL engine M60B30
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 | 2997 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 67.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 730iL oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 218 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1992 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 8 sērija |
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BMW 728i
Sep 1995 — Sep 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
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| BMW 728iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 730i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 730iL Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 730i
Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 730iL
Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 735i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 740i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740iL Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 740i
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 740i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 750i
Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 750iL
Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 750i
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 750iL
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |