BMW 740d (E65/E66)
BMW 7 series 2001 3.9 diesel description
Sedan BMW 740d has been produced from September, 2002 to April, 2005. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.9 litres, which produces power of 259 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 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 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 7 series 3.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.75 litres.
BMW 740d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 740d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 740d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.7 litres per 100km (10.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 7 sērija 2001 - 2005 versions, fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.

BMW 740d technical data
Model: | BMW 740d | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2002. September ... 2005. April | ||
Engine: | 3901 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 259 g/km |
Power: | 259 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 560 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: | 7.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.5 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 88 litres (23.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.03m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2595 kg |
BMW 740d engine M67D40
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 3901 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88 mm |
Compression ratio | 18 : 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 740d oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8.75 litres (9.2 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 16.4 litres (17.3 quarts) |
Power | 238 - 245 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
All BMW 7 series sedan [2001 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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BMW 730i
Mar 2003 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 730Li
Mar 2003 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 730d
Sep 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.5 l/100km |
BMW 735i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.6 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 735Li
Mar 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.6 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 740d
Sep 2002 — Apr 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (259 HP) |
3.9 Diesel | 259 HP | 9.7 l/100km |
BMW 745i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 745Li
Mar 2002 — Apr 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km |
BMW 760i
Jan 2003 — Apr 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 445 HP | 13.0 l/100km |
BMW 760Li
Jan 2003 — Apr 2005 Most powerfull petrol version (445 HP) |
6.0 Petrol | 445 HP | 14.0 l/100km |