BMW 740Li (E65/E66)
BMW 7 series 2005 4.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 740Li has been produced from April, 2005 to November, 2008. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 390 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 460 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW 7 series 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
BMW 740Li has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 740Li accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 740Li in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 15 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13 litres per 100 km, which is 18% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 740Li technical data
Model: | BMW 740Li | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2005. April ... 2008. November | ||
Engine: | 4000 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 263 g/km |
Power: | 306 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 390 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 8.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 13 l/100km (18.1 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: | 2515 kg |
BMW 740Li engine N62B40
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 460,000 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 | 4000 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84.1 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 740Li oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 306 HP ON 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
All BMW 7 series sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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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 |