BMW 760Li (E65/E66)
BMW 7 series 2001 6.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 760Li has been produced from January, 2003 to April, 2005. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 6.0 litres, which produces power of 445 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 7 sērija 2001 - 2005 version and torque 600 Nm (Newton metres) on 3950 revolutions per minute.
This 12-cylinder 48-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 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 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 6.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
BMW 760Li has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 760Li accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 760Li in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 14 litres per 100km (7.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 20 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 14.5 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 760Li technical data
Model: | BMW 760Li | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2005. April | ||
Engine: | 5972 cm3 Petrol, 12 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 330 g/km |
Power: | 445 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 600 NM ON 3950 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.0 (combined) 20.0 (urban) 9.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 14.5 l/100km (16.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 88 litres (23.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.17m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 13 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2670 kg |
BMW 760Li engine N73B60
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 | 5972 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 12 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
Compression ratio | 11.3 : 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 760Li oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
Power | 445 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 NM ON 3950 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 6 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 |