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BMW 540i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 540i Automatic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating66.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.5 litres/100 km (18.89 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Max torque440.00 Nm (44.9 kgf-m or 324.5 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 82.7 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1735 kg (3,825.0 pounds)
Overall length5050 mm (198.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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