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BMW 730i

General information

ModelBMW 730i
Year2005
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating57.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2977 ccm (181.66 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel city driving14.6 litres/100 km (16.11 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving10.7 litres/100 km (21.98 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2977 ccm (181.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power257.50 PS (189 kW or 254 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed244.0 km/h (151.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1331 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1935 kg (4,265.9 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions241.0 g/km
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