The 740i Sedan

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Features & Specs

Weight

Unladen weight

4310 lbs

Weight distribution, load front/rear

50.2/49.8 %

Engine

Type/cylinders/valves per cylinder

TwinScroll Turbo / InIine 6 / 4

Displacement

2979 cu cm

Bore/Stroke

3.3/3.5 inch

Nominal output @ rpm

315 @ 5800 hp

Max. torque lb-ft/rpm

300/1300-4500

Compression ratio

10.2 :1

Fuel tank capacity

21.1 gal

Fuel grade

unleaded premium gasoline

Transmission

Gear ratios (8-speed automatic) – I/II/III

4.71/3.14/2.11 :1

Gear ratios (8-speed automatic) – IV/V/VI

1.67/1.29/1.00 :1

Gear ratios (8-speed automatic) – VII/VIII/R

0.84/0.67/3.30 :1

Final drive ratio

3.08 :1

Performance

Acceleration 0-60¹

5.6 sec

Top speed²

155 mph

Fuel Consumption³

City

19 mpg

Highway

28 mpg

Electrical system

Battery capacity

90 Ah

Alternator output

210 A

2940 W

Tires and Wheel

Tire dimension front/rear

245/50

Wheel dimensions front/rear

18x8.0

Material

Light alloy

1. BMW AG preliminary test results. Actual acceleration results may vary, depending on specification of vehicle; road and environmental conditions; testing procedures and driving style. These results should be used for comparison only and verification should not be attempted on public roads. BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and always wear safety belts.
2. Top-speed limited electronically. Requires M Sport Package.
3. EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage may be lower.