Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 760Li.
Defined as a passenger car, the 2015 BMW 760Li pairs an Automatic (S8) transmission with an engine system designed for 11.4 quarts of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 viscosity oil. EPA fuel economy ratings for the vehicle are listed at 13/20/15 mpg, providing a baseline for efficiency analysis alongside mechanical specifications. In terms of reliability context, this model year falls within a 2011-2015 complaint history where the highest and lowest recorded figures both registered at 3 complaints in 2011, establishing a fixed data range for assessing the generation's reliability standing.
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 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.
| Engine oil filter | 11427583220 |
| Engine air filter | 13717593250 |
| Spark plug | 12120037580 |
| Battery | 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612147361 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| 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 | 5016 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.4 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 13 / 20 / 15 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 115 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 760Li of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan 6.0L Twin-Turbo V12 | 4.30 sec | 12.50 sec | 535 hp | RWD |
| 2010 | Sedan 6.0L Twin-Turbo V12 | 4.10 sec | 12.40 sec | 535 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 11.4 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 1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10. 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 | 11.4 qt |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21.1 gallons |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 15.5 |
| 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 | 1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10 |
| 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 | 140 degrees | 140 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 BMW 760Li vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) may have been programmed with incompatible software during a service visit, possibly causing the engine to… Remedy: All affected vehicles have been repaired by programming the ECU with the correct software. Therefore, owner letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
Showing 5 of 188 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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11.4 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.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 13 city / 20 highway / 15 combined mpg.