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BMW 730D

General information

ModelBMW 730D
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.17 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque500.00 Nm (51.0 kgf-m or 368.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1216 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Max weight with load2480 kg (5,467.5 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

Aprox price as new EUR62830
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