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2021 BMW 745e xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 745e xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 BMW 745e xDrive is a luxury sedan that pairs its powertrain with an automatic S8 transmission. This eight-speed unit is a defining element of the vehicle's drivetrain. In terms of reliability history, specific data for this model year is not detailed in the available specifications.

Model year20222021

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency19/26/22 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range290 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428583896. 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.

Tire size245/50R18 100VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8, Optional: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428583896 alt 11428583897
Engine air filter13718577170
Spark plug12122455258
Battery61216806755
Front wiper blades61612408631
Thermostat11539494424 alt 11539494425
Cabin air filter64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A29D99

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 22 MPGe
Electric range290 mi
Charge time (240V)4.0 hr
Electric motor83 kW AC Induction
Energy use60.0 kWh/100mi
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume114 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine BMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF3
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.2 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilBMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs168.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFinal Drive: Use new fill plug: 44.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: NS, Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueUse new bolts. 81.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 13.70; Rear: 12.99

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1422 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
16
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 16 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
B6304182024-03-14Exterior LightingOne or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
B5108192024-01-16Electrical SystemThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B6113052024-01-11Electrical SystemThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process…
B3601212024-01-08SteeringAt low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when…
B1601232024-01-05Fuel System, GasolineA vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2021 745e xDrive have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the 745e xDrive?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 290 miles.