BMW 745d (E65/E66)
BMW 7 series 2005 4.4 diesel description
Sedan BMW 745d has been produced from April, 2005 to November, 2008. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 4.4 litres, which produces power of 299 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 700 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 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 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 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 9.25 litres.
BMW 745d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 745d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 745d fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 14 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.

BMW 745d technical data
Model: | BMW 745d | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2005. April ... 2008. November | ||
Engine: | 4423 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 251 g/km |
Power: | 299 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 700 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 88 litres (23.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.04m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2620 kg |
BMW 745d engine M67D44
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 | 4423 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 93 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. |
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 745d oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 9.25 litres (9.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 16.5 litres (17.4 quarts) |
Power | 299 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
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 |