These are standard specifications for the 1999 BMW 540i, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
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Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| 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 |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4398 cc | 268.4 cu in. | 4.4 L. |
| Power : | 282 BHP (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) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
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Production Figures
| Total BMW Production for 1999 : | 142,810 |
| 1999 BMW 540i | |
| Sedan 4 dr. 5 P : | 6,987 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 5 P : | 879 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19980828 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 99V004000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THICKNESS OF THE MAIN POSITIVE ELECTRICAL CABLE (GENERATOR TO STARTER) INSULATION IS LESS THAN SPECIFIED, MAKING IT SUSCEPTIBLE TO BEING ABRADED OR CUT BY THE CLIP THAT SECURES THE CABLE TO THE GENERATOR. |
| Consequence | THE CABLE INSULATION CAN BE WORN AWAY, EXPOSING THE WIRE. THE WIRE COULD CONTACT THE CLIP OR A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD OCCUR. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL APPLY A THICKNESS OF INSULATING TAPE TO THE CABLE IN THE AREA OF THE CLIP, AND INSTALL A REVISED CLIP. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 26, 1999.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 1-800-831-0117. 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
1999 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $21,050 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $40,810 |
| Avg. Home : | $131,750 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1999 BMW 540i?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1999 BMW 540i? A: The 1999 BMW 540i has a wheelbase size of 111.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1999 BMW 540i? A: The 1999 BMW 540i has a length of 188.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1999 BMW 540i? A: The 1999 BMW 540i has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much did the 1999 BMW 540i cost when new?A: The 1999 BMW 540i cost approximately $51,665 to $54,045 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1999 BMW 540i? A: The 1999 BMW 540i was offered as a Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did BMW produce in 1999? A: BMW produced 142,810 automobiles in 1999.Q: What engine did the 1999 BMW 540i have? A: The engine powering the 1999 BMW 540i was a V 8 (4398 cc | 268.4 cu in. | 4.4 L.) with 282 BHP (207.552 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 324 Ft-Lbs (439 NM) @ 3600 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 1999 BMW 540i have? A: The 1999 BMW 540i had a 6 speed Manual gearbox.