BMW 750i (E65/E66)

BMW 7 series 2005 4.8 petrol description

Sedan BMW 750i has been produced from April, 2005 to November, 2008. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.8 litres, which produces power of 367 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 490 Nm (Newton metres) on 3400 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand 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 4.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

BMW 750i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 750i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 750i fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 17 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 12.3 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 7 series 2005

BMW 750i technical data

Model: BMW 750i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. April ... 2008. November 
Engine: 4799 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 271 g/km
Power: 367 HP ON 6300 RPM Torque: 490 NM ON 3400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.0 (combined) 17.0 (urban) 8.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.3 l/100km (19.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
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: 2490 kg

BMW 750i engine N62B48TU

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 4799 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 93 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 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 750i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 355 - 367 HP ON 6300 RPM
Torque 475 - 490 NM ON 3400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 9 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 6 sērija

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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