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2000 BMW 540i Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2000 BMW 540i, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis : Steel unibody
Production Years for Series : 1995 - 2003
Price : $51,665-$54,045
Weight : 3750 lbs | 1700.971 kg
0-60 mph : 5.5 seconds.
V 8
Displacement : 4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L.
Power : 282 HP (207.552 KW) @ 5400 RPM
Torque :324 Ft-Lbs (439 NM) @ 3600 RPM
Bore : 3.6 in | 92 mm.
Stroke : 3.3 in | 83 mm.
Compression : 10.0:1
Valvetrain : 32 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Transmission:
5 Automatic

Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Manufacturer

BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE

Mfr Report Date19990911
NHTSA Campaign ID00V048000
SummaryVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE LAMPS IN THESE VEHICLES ARE CONTROLLED BY A SWITCH ACTIVATED BY THE MOVEMENT OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS SWITCH COULD FAIL INTERNALLY, CAUSING IT TO REMAIN EITHER IN THE 'BRAKE LAMPS OFF' POSITION OR IN THE 'BRAKE LAMPS ON' POSITION.
ConsequenceIF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS EITHER WILL NOT OPERATE OR WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED, REGARDLESS OF BRAKE PEDAL POSITION.
RemedyDEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE EXISTING BRAKE LAMP SWITCH WITH AN IMPROVED SWITCH.
NotesOWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 15, 2000.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.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer

BMW of North America, LLC

Mfr Report Date20000901
NHTSA Campaign ID19V015000
SummaryBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been replaced with the optional sports steering wheel. The sports steering wheel has a frontal air bag inflator that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
ConsequenceAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
RemedyBMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for an optional sports steering wheel with an affected inflator. Dealers will replace the air bag module as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
2000 Averages
Avg. Car Cost : $24,750
Avg. Household Income : $40,343
Avg. Home : $134,150
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $1.46
Avg. Stamp : $0
Total Car Production : 12,799,857

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2000 BMW 540i? A: The 2000 BMW 540i has a wheelbase size of 111.40 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2000 BMW 540i? A: The 2000 BMW 540i has a length of 188.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2000 BMW 540i? A: The 2000 BMW 540i has a width of 70.90 inches.

Q: How much did the 2000 BMW 540i cost when new?A: The 2000 BMW 540i cost approximately $51,665 to $54,045 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2000 BMW 540i? A: The 2000 BMW 540i was offered as a Sedan, Station Wagon.

Q: What engine did the 2000 BMW 540i have? A: The engine powering the 2000 BMW 540i was a V 8 (4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L.) with 282 HP (207.552 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 324 Ft-Lbs (439 NM) @ 3600 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2000 BMW 540i have? A: The 2000 BMW 540i had a 5 speed Automatic gearbox.