BMW 725tds (E38)
BMW 7 series 1998 2.5 diesel description
Sedan BMW 725tds has been produced from September, 1998 to May, 2000. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and MHI TD0413T4 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. 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 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7 litres.
BMW 725tds has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 725tds accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 206 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 725tds fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 7 sērija 1998 - 2001 version, city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 85 litres or 22.46 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1320 kilometers on highway.
BMW 725tds technical data
| Model: | BMW 725tds | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1998. September ... 2000. May | ||
| Engine: | 2497 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 217 g/km |
| Power: | 143 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 2200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 206 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.4 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres (22.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.98m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2280 kg | ||
BMW 725tds engine M51D25TU OL
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 | 2497 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 22 : 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 | Precombustion chamber |
| BMW 725tds oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 9.8 litres (10.4 quarts) |
| Power | 143 HP ON 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 NM ON 2200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1991 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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All BMW 7 series sedan [1998 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 725tds
Sep 1998 — Mai 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 725tds Sep 1998 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
|
BMW 728i
Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 728i Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 728iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
|
BMW 730d
Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 730d Jan 2000 — Dec 2001 | 2.9 Diesel | 193 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735i Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 3.5 Petrol | 238 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 3.5 Petrol | 238 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 740d
Apr 1999 — Nov 2001 Most powerfull diesel version (238 HP) |
3.9 Diesel | 238 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740i Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW L7 High-Line Apr 1998 — Nov 2001 | 5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 15.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 750i Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
|
BMW 750iL
Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |