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BMW 7 Series E65, facelift 2005 730i (258 Hp) Steptronic
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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)
E65, facelift 2005 Overview:
BMW 7 Series (E65, facelift 2005). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1805 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 237 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.
730i (258 Hp) Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth inline-six petrol, offering adequate power for a luxury car, but not designed for thrilling acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a large petrol car, but significantly less efficient than the diesel counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and luxury interior
- • Wide range of powerful and refined engines (petrol and diesel)
- • Advanced technology and features for its time
- • Strong road presence and dynamic handling for a large sedan
Cons:
- • Complex electronics can lead to reliability issues and costly repairs
- • High running costs, especially for V8/V12 petrol engines
- • Polarizing exterior design (though improved with facelift)
- • Significant depreciation, though this makes used models good value
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E65: 2004 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 7 Series |
| Generation: | E65, facelift 2005 |
| Modification (Engine): | 730i (258 Hp) Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 258 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 86.1 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2500-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | N52B30A More details about the engine N52B30A |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 11.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 237 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1805 |
| Max. weight: | 2385 |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5039 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1902 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1491 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2990 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1578 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1596 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Steptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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