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BMW 740i

General information

ModelBMW 740i
Year2006
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3999 ccm (244.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3999 ccm (244.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.00 PS (225 kW or 302 HP) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Max torque390.00 Nm (39.8 kgf-m or 287.7 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.2 x 84.0 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1573 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2095 litres (554 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering. Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle14 m (547.2 inches)
Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1945 kg (4,288.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1965 kg (4,332.1 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)
Wheelbase3000 mm (118.1 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR69430
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