BMW 740iL (E38)
BMW 7 series 1998 4.4 petrol description
Sedan BMW 740iL has been produced from September, 1998 to November, 2001. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 286 horsepower on 5400 rpm and torque 440 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 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 290 000 to 490 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 7 series 4.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 740iL has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 740iL accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 740iL in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 13 litres per 100km (7.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 19 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.
BMW 740iL technical data
| Model: | BMW 740iL | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1998. September ... 2001. November | ||
| Engine: | 4398 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 306 g/km |
| Power: | 286 HP ON 5400 RPM | Torque: | 440 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.0 (combined) 19.0 (urban) 9.4 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 13.9 l/100km (16.9 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: | 2425 kg | ||
BMW 740iL engine M62B44TU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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 | 4398 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.7 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 740iL oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 286 HP ON 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 NM ON 3600 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 BMW X5 Land Rover Range Rover |
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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| 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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |