These are standard specifications for the 2001 BMW 740i, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1994 - 2001 |
| Price : | $53,660 |
| Weight : | 4250 lbs | 1927.768 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L. |
| Power : | 290 HP (213.44 KW) |
| Torque : | 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L. |
| Power : | 268 BHP (197.248 KW) |
| Torque : | 310 Ft-Lbs (420 NM) |
| V 12 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5400 cc | 329.5 cu in. | 5.4 L. |
| Power : | 322 BHP (236.992 KW) |
| Torque : | 361 Ft-Lbs (489 NM) |
5 Automatic
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 02V138000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ENGINE AUXILIARY/COOLING FAN OPERATION, INCLUDING VARIABLE SPEED, IS ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED. FAILURE OF THE FAN MOTOR CAN CAUSE THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY OF THE FAN CONTROL UNIT TO OVERLOAD AND FAIL, CAUSING THE FAN TO STOP OPERATING. |
| Consequence | IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, ENGINE OVERHEATING AND SUBSEQUENT ENGINE DAMAGE COULD RESULT. IN ADDITION, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE OF THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY TO CAUSE A FIRE IN THE FAN CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2001. THIS IS A SUPPLEMENT TO A RECALL THAT BEGAN DURING SEPTEMBER 2001 (SEE RECALL CAMPAIGN 01V206). OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | TIRES:SIDEWALL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 20000605 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 01V001000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 18-INCH TIRES. (18-INCH TIRES ARE STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE M5 AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ON THE 7-SERIES MODELS). THE MACHINE USED TO MOUNT AND INFLATE THE TIRES ON THE WHEELS AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE SIDEWALL OF ONE OR MORE TIRES. THE DAMAGED AREA COULD WEAKEN TO THE POINT WHERE A SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR FROM THE TIRE COULD OCCUR. |
| Consequence | HANDLING AND CONTROL WOULD BE DRASTICALLY AFFECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRES AND IF DAMAGE FROM THE MOUNTING MACHINE IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 20001101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 01V206000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ENGINE AUXILIARY/COOLING FAN OPERATION, INCLUDING VARIABLE SPEED, IS ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED. FAILURE OF THE FAN MOTOR CAN CAUSE THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY OF THE FAN CONTROL UNIT TO OVERLOAD AND FAIL, CAUSING THE FAN TO STOP OPERATING. |
| Consequence | IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, ENGINE OVERHEATING AND SUBSEQUENT ENGINE DAMAGE COULD RESULT. IN ADDITION, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE OF THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY TO CAUSE A FIRE IN THE FAN CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
2001 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $25,850 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $42,350 |
| Avg. Home : | $136,150 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.46 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2001 BMW 740i?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2001 BMW 740i? A: The 2001 BMW 740i has a wheelbase size of 115.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2001 BMW 740i? A: The 2001 BMW 740i has a length of 196.20 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2001 BMW 740i? A: The 2001 BMW 740i has a width of 73.30 inches.Q: How much did the 2001 BMW 740i cost when new?A: The 2001 BMW 740i had a base price of approximately $53,660 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2001 BMW 740i? A: The 2001 BMW 740i was a Sedan.Q: What engines did the 2001 BMW 740i have? A: The 2001 BMW 740i had the following engine options: V 8 (4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L.) with 290 HP (213.44 KW) and 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) V 8 (4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L.) with 268 BHP (197.248 KW) and 310 Ft-Lbs (420 NM) V 12 (5400 cc | 329.5 cu in. | 5.4 L.) with 322 BHP (236.992 KW) and 361 Ft-Lbs (489 NM) Q: What transmission did the 2001 BMW 740i have? A: The 2001 BMW 740i had a 5 speed Automatic gearbox.