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BMW 7 Series E38, facelift 1998 730d (193 Hp) Steptronic
Overall Rating
BMW 7 Series:
The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by the German automaker BMW since 1977. It is the successor to the BMW E3 "New Six" sedan and is now in its seventh generation.
The 7 Series is BMW's flagship car and is only available in a sedan bodystyle. It traditionally introduces technologies and exterior design themes before other models in BMW's lineup.
The first generation of the 7 Series was powered by straight-6 petrol engines, and following generations have been powered by inline-4, straight-6, V8 and V12 engines with both natural aspiration and turbocharging. Since 1995, diesel engines have been optional in the 7 Series....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E38, facelift 1998 Overview:
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1830 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
730d (193 Hp) Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The smooth and powerful inline-six diesel offers strong mid-range torque, ensuring confident overtaking and comfortable cruising.
Fuel Economy
Impressive fuel efficiency for its size and power, making it one of the most cost-effective and practical choices in the lineup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless and elegant design
- • Superb ride comfort and luxurious interior
- • Wide range of powerful and smooth engines
- • Excellent driving dynamics for a large sedan
- • Strong used market value for the luxury offered
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially for V8 and V12 models
- • Potentially expensive maintenance and parts costs due to age and complexity
- • Complex electronics can be troublesome with age
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples, particularly in colder climates
- • Not officially Euro NCAP tested
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E38, facelift 1998: 1999 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 7 Series |
| Generation: | E38, facelift 1998 |
| Modification (Engine): | 730d (193 Hp) Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 193 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M57D30 More details about the engine M57D30 |
| Engine displacement: | 2926 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 235 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1830 |
| Max. weight: | 2365 |
| Max load: | 535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4984 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1862 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2930 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1552 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1568 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Steptronic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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