BMW 730Ld (E65/E66)

BMW 7 series 2005 3.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 730Ld has been produced from September, 2005 to November, 2008. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 520 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 7 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

BMW 730Ld has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 730Ld accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 238 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 730Ld fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 7 sērija 2005 - 2008 version, city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1060 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1360 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 7 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 7 series 2005

BMW 730Ld technical data

Model: BMW 730Ld
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. September ... 2008. November 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 216 g/km
Power: 231 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 520 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 238 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.2 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 88 litres (23.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.18m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 13 meters
Trunk capacity: 500 litres
Gross weight: 2520 kg

BMW 730Ld engine M57D30TU2

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 2993 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 17 : 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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 200,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

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 730Ld oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 231 - 286 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 500 - 580 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 12 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW X3 BMW X6 and 2 other models

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.

All BMW 7 series sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
BMW 730i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km
BMW 730d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 730Ld Sep 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW 740i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 740Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 745d Apr 2005 — Nov 2008 4.4 Diesel 300 HP 9.5 l/100km
BMW 745d

Most powerfull diesel version (330 HP)

4.4 Diesel 330 HP 9.0 l/100km
BMW 750i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 11.0 l/100km
BMW 750Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 12.0 l/100km
BMW 760i Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 13.0 l/100km
BMW 760Li Apr 2005 — Nov 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (445 HP)

6.0 Petrol 445 HP 14.0 l/100km
BMW 7 series 2005 reviews
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