BMW 760Li (F01/02)

BMW 7 series 2008 6.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 760Li has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2012. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 6.0 litres, which produces power of 544 horsepower on 5250 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 7 sērija 2008 - 2012 version and torque 750 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 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 and TwinTurbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 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 6.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 10.5 litres.

BMW 760Li has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 760Li accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 760Li fuel consumption is 12.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 18.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 82 litres or 21.66 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 13.9 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.

BMW 7 series 2008

BMW 760Li technical data

Model: BMW 760Li
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2009. January ... 2012. January 
Engine: 5972 cm3 Petrol, 12 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 544 HP ON 5250 RPM Torque: 750 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.9 (combined) 18.8 (urban) 9.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.9 l/100km (16.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 82 litres (21.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.21m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.2 meters
Trunk capacity: 500 litres
Gross weight: 2695 kg

BMW 760Li engine N74B60

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 5972 cm3
Number of cylinders 12
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 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-30
Oil capacity 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity 15.1 litres (16 quarts)
Power 544 HP ON 5250 RPM
Torque 750 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2009
Duration of production 15 years

All BMW 7 series sedan [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
BMW 730i Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 258 HP 9.9 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 730Li Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 740i Nov 2008 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 326 HP 9.9 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 740Li Nov 2008 — Jan 2012 3.0 Petrol 326 HP 10.0 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 730Ld

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 7.2 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 730d Nov 2008 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 7.2 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 740d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most powerfull diesel version (306 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 306 HP 7.0 l/100km All wheel
BMW ActiveHybrid7 4.4 Petrol 408 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 750i Nov 2008 — Jan 2012 4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.4 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 750Li Nov 2008 — Jan 2012 4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.4 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW ActiveHybrid7L Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 4.4 Petrol 408 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 760i Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

6.0 Petrol 544 HP - Rear wheel
BMW 760Li Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

6.0 Petrol 544 HP 12.9 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW 7 series 2008 reviews
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