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2014 BMW 750Li

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 750Li.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2014 BMW 750Li is a passenger car equipped with an automatic S8 transmission and an engine that takes 9.0 quarts of oil in viscosities ranging from 0W-30 to 5W-30, delivering EPA-estimated fuel economy of 16 city, 24 highway, and 19 combined mpg. With six total owner complaints — primarily centered on the gasoline fuel system — and a single recall, this model year sits well below the 2012 peak of 26 complaints across the 2012-2016 generation and above the 2016 low of one, suggesting a mid-cycle improvement trajectory for the platform.

Model year20152014200820072006

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/24/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427583220. 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.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 900 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11427583220
Engine air filter13717577458 alt 13717577457
Spark plug12120040581
Battery61217639053
Front wiper blades61612147361
Thermostat11538632664 alt 11537586885
Cabin air filter64319175484 alt 64119272642

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length205.1 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase126.4 in
Curb weight4799 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 24 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume115 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. 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.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidBMW part number 83222152426
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.5-11.5
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.7 Pints
Engine Oil0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity9.0 qt
Power Steering FluidUse Pentosin CHF 11S

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugM12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance900 cca
Optional BCI Group Number49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance850 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test21.7 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief26-30 psi
Engine Compression203-261 psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH 12.76 ROTOR / WITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Brake ApplicationWITH 12.76 ROTOR / WITH FN3
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.787 in / 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.787 in / 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.031 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

At 150,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

The 2014 BMW 750Li sits within a generation showing a consistent downward trend in consumer complaints, which fell from 26 in 2012 to just 1 by 2016. With 6 complaints, the 2014 model represents a significant improvement over the 2012 and 2013 years. Recalls remained stable across the period, and the 2014 model recorded 1 recall and 0 investigations. The few complaints for this specific year were distributed across the fuel system, engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system, and forward collision avoidance air bags, though the data does not specify the root causes. Additionally, the 2014 model's 294 TSBs are lower than those of the 2012 and 2013 models. Given the declining complaint volume and stable recall history, this is a good year to buy.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
294
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Fuel System, Gasoline1
Air Bags,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Engine1
Structure,Latches/Locks/Linkages,Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V379000Exterior LightingReported 14/06/2017

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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 294 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
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…
B1606232023-12-20Engine And Engine CoolingEngine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel…
B6534232023-11-22Electrical SystemCustomers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their…
B6313232023-11-09Electrical SystemThe carpet welcome light(s) turns on either after a delay, or does not function at all.

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

How much oil does the 2014 750Li take?

9.0 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.

Does the 2014 750Li have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 750Li get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.