BMW 740i
The 2026 BMW 740i presents a compelling luxury sedan option with excellent public reliability ratings.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | — |
| 2025 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | — |
| 2024 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | — |
| 2023 | 25 | 31 | 27 | 9.41 | 7.59 | 8.71 | — |
| 2022 | 20 | 27 | 23 | 11.76 | 8.71 | 10.23 | — |
| 2021 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2020 | 22 | 29 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.8 | — |
| 2019 | 21 | 29 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.11 | 9.8 | — |
| 2018 | 21 | 29 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.11 | 9.8 | — |
| 2017 | 21 | 29 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.11 | 9.8 | — |
| 2016 | 21 | 29 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.11 | 9.8 | — |
| 2015 | 19 | 28 | 22 | 12.38 | 8.4 | 10.69 | 19-29 mpg combined |
| 2014 | 19 | 28 | 22 | 12.38 | 8.4 | 10.69 | — |
| 2013 | 19 | 28 | 22 | 12.38 | 8.4 | 10.69 | — |
| 2012 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2011 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | 335 hp | 330 lb-ft | Inline-6 |
| 2020 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | N55B30 | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 315 hp | 330 lb-ft | Inline-6 |
| 2014 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | sedan | 6 | 3.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | Note | Base price | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Trim: xDrive60 | xDrive60 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Trim: xDrive, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | xDrive | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $83,100 | — | — | $83,100 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $84,500 | — | — | $84,500 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $74,000, MSRP range: $74,000 - $82,500, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP range for 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, and 740Ld xDrive trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 4/7/2026 | — | — | — | — | USD | $74,000 | $74,000 - $82,500 | 0.9 | MSRP range for 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, and 740Ld xDrive trims. | llm_estimate | 4/7/2026 |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 515 | 18.2 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 7 | 4 | 510 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 126.4, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 126.4 | 18 | 18 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 126.4, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 126.4 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 126.4, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 126.4 | 18 | 18 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 540 | 19 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearAeb | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adas | Rated vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | abs: standard | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, blindSpotIntervention: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, laneCenteringAssist: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearAeb: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2024 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, blindSpotIntervention: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, laneCenteringAssist: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearAeb: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2023 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | standard | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: optional, parkAssist: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, laneCenteringAssist: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: standard, parkAssist: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2020 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2019 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: standard, parkAssist: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2018 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | optional | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: optional, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: optional, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2017 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | optional | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: optional, forwardCollisionWarning: optional, pedestrianAeb: optional, blindSpotMonitoring: optional, laneDepartureWarning: optional, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | — |
| 2015 | Rated vehicle: 2015 BMW 740I 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | 2015 BMW 740I 4 DR RWD |
| 2014 | Rated vehicle: 2014 BMW 740I 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | 2014 BMW 740I 4 DR RWD |
| 2013 | Rated vehicle: 2013 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | 2013 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD |
| 2012 | Rated vehicle: 2012 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | 2012 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD |
| 2011 | Rated vehicle: 2011 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard | 2011 BMW 740 I 4 DR RWD |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
| Year | infotainment | ev | Electrification | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Electrification: phev | phev | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Electrification: phev | phev | Standard | Standard |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 BMW 740i presents a compelling luxury sedan option with excellent public reliability ratings.
2025
The 2025 BMW 740i presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2024
The 2024 BMW 740i presents a complex ownership proposition for used car shoppers.
2023
The 2023 BMW 740i presents a capable luxury sedan with a strong powertrain, but significant concerns regarding its integrated brake system, highlighted by multiple recalls, warrant careful inspection.
2022
The 2022 BMW 740i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints filed with NHTSA.
2021
The 2021 BMW 740i offers a compelling blend of luxury and performance, but potential buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of critical recalls, particularly concerning the starter assembly, before purchase.
2020
The 2020 BMW 740i presents a compelling luxury sedan option with a good reliability score, but potential buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of critical recalls, particularly concerning the engine control module and starter motor.
2019
The 2019 BMW 740i offers a blend of luxury and performance, but a critical recall concerning the **crankshaft sensor** warrants thorough inspection.
2018
The 2018 BMW 740i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting no reported recalls or complaints to NHTSA.
2017
The 2017 BMW 740i presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
2016
The 2016 BMW 740i presents an average reliability outlook.
2015
The 2015 BMW 740i offers a compelling blend of luxury and performance, but potential buyers must be aware of a significant risk of catastrophic engine failure due to water ingestion.
2014
The 2014 BMW 740i offers a refined luxury experience, but its 'Average' reliability verdict and high TSB count warrant careful consideration.
2013
The 2013 BMW 740i offers luxury and performance, but its reliability verdict is 'Average' with a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs).
2012
The 2012 BMW 740i offers a compelling blend of luxury and performance, but buyers should approach with caution due to its 'Average' reliability rating.
2011
The 2011 BMW 740i presents an intriguing used-car prospect with an exceptional lack of reported issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW 740i?
Carfocal currently has 16 published 740i reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 BMW 740i presents a compelling luxury sedan option with excellent public reliability ratings.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the BMW 740i reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 740i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 bmw 740i presents a compelling luxury sedan option with excellent public reliability ratings. and the 2026 bmw 740i, with its excellent public reliability verdict, offers strong value for a used luxury sedan. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW 740i?
Across Carfocal's published 740i guides, recurring problem areas include Ignition Coils, Coolant Hoses, and Water Pump. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Ignition Coils, Coolant Hoses, and Water Pump.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints