Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 740i.
The 2015 BMW 740i is a passenger car equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and an engine requiring 6.9 quarts of oil at 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 viscosity, delivering EPA fuel economy of 19 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. The model carries just one owner complaint—filed against the engine—alongside a single recall, placing it at the quiet end of a complaint history spanning 1993 through 2016 that peaked at 22 complaints in 1993 and bottomed out at one in 1996. By matching that historic low, the 2015 stands as one of the least-troubled years on record, meaning researchers can approach it as a comparatively stable entry in the 740i lineage.
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 11428683168. 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 | 11428683168 alt 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717571355 |
| Spark plug | 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612147361 |
| Thermostat | 11538671516 |
| Cabin air filter | 64116809933 alt 64119272642 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 28 / 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 107 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 740i 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 740 740Ld xDrive Sedan 3.0L Turbo Diesel I-6 | 6.00 sec | 14.50 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | 740 740Ld xDrive Sedan 3.0L Turbo Diesel I-6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | 740 740Ld xDrive Sedan 3.0L Turbo Diesel I-6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2013 | 740 740Li xDrive Sedan 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.40 sec | 14.00 sec | 315 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | 740 740i Sedan 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 5.10 sec | 13.80 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | 740 740i Sedan 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6 | 5.50 sec | 14.00 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.9 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 1-5-3-6-2-4. 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 | 6.9 qt |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21.1 gallons |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 30 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 |
| 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 | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| 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 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The modern generation of the 740i demonstrates a distinct maturity arc, with federal complaints dropping from six to seven in the 2011-2012 period down to exactly one per year from 2013 through the 2015 target year, while technical service bulletins steadily declined from a high of 311 to 206. Specifically for 2015, federal records show only a single engine complaint—the data does not specify the root cause—along with one recall, and zero crash or fire incidents. This positions the 2015 model at the tail end of a highly stable period, contrasting sharply with 2016, which saw complaints spike to 12 and TSBs plummet to 26. Consequently, the 2015 740i represents a statistically favorable point in this generation's lifecycle, offering the lowest complaint volume before the subsequent model year's shift, making it a solid year to buy.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners…
Showing 5 of 206 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B720125 | 2025-05-01 | Air Bags | A situation may occur where the front passenger seat is not occupied; however, a “fasten… |
| 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… |
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6.9 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 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.