Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 740Li.
The 2015 BMW 740Li, a passenger car, uses 6.9 qt of oil and offers three viscosity options — 0W‑30, 0W‑40 or 5W‑30 — paired with an Automatic (S8) transmission, and it achieves EPA fuel‑economy ratings of 19 city, 28 highway and 22 combined mpg. Over its full ownership history the model logged only one complaint, with the sole reported problem occurring in the engine category and no recalls issued. Its 2015 complaint count of one marks the low point of the 2011‑2016 complaint history, highlighting a marked improvement in reliability for that model year.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717571355 |
| Spark plug | 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612147361 |
| Thermostat | 11538671514 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319175484 alt 64116809933 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 205.1 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4526 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.4 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 115 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.9 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, Castrol SAF-X0 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Castrol SAF-X0 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 13.3-15.3 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.9 qt |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21.1 gallons |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 30 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | M8 Bolts: 33.0, M10: 58.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Spark Plug Type | M14X1.25 |
| Spark Plug Gap | non-adjustable in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 20.0 - 24.3 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Stamped on rotor |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Stamped on rotor |
| Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth | Stamped on rotor |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | Stamped on rotor |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | Stamped on rotor |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In the 2015 BMW 740Li, the federal record shows only one complaint and a single recall, a sharp decline from the 14 complaints and one recall in 2011 and the 7 complaints of 2012‑2013. The trend from 2011 through 2014 indicates a steady reduction in complaints, while recalls plateau at one per year, suggesting no emergent safety trend. The 2015 data reveal a single engine‑related complaint and no investigations, crashes, or fire incidents, consistent with the broader decline. With 208 TSBs that year—down from 299 in 2011 and 315 in 2012—the vehicle appears to have benefited from design fixes implemented in earlier years. Overall, the 2015 model sits at the low end of the complaint arc, implying a more reliable option within the generation. Therefore, 2015 is a solid year to purchase, provided a thorough pre‑purchase inspection confirms the absence of the solitary engine complaint.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners…
Showing 5 of 208 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B630418 | 2024-03-14 | Exterior Lighting | One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B610524 | 2024-01-05 | Electrical System | The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit… |
| B160623 | 2023-12-20 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel… |
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6.9 qt of Gasoline engines: 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 oil meeting BMW specification LL01.Diesel engines: 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 oil meeting BMW specification LL04, per the factory manual.
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EPA figures are 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.