BMW 735iL (E38)
BMW 7 series 1998 3.5 petrol description
Sedan BMW 735iL has been produced from September, 1998 to November, 2001. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 238 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 345 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 7 series 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 735iL has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 735iL accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 243 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 735iL in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 12.9 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.
BMW 735iL technical data
| Model: | BMW 735iL | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1998. September ... 2001. November | ||
| Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 291 g/km |
| Power: | 238 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 345 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) 17.0 (urban) 9.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.9 l/100km (18.2 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: | 2380 kg | ||
BMW 735iL engine M62B35TU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 3498 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 78.9 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. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 735iL oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 238 - 245 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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BMW 728i
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| BMW 728iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 730d
Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
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| BMW 735iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 3.5 Petrol | 238 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 740d
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| 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) |
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BMW 750iL
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