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2021 BMW 740i

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 740i.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 BMW 740i continues a model lineage tracked since 1993, specified with an eight-speed automatic (S8), EPA ratings of 22/29/25 mpg, and a 6.8-quart 0W-20 oil fill. Historical complaint data covers 1993 through 2016, showing a decline from 22 complaints in 1993 to one in 1996. As the 2021 model year falls five years beyond the end of that observation period, it remains uncharted within the documented 1993–2016 reliability trend.

Model year2026 2021

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.8 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy22/29/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428583896. 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.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified

Tire size245/50R18 100VOEM · verified

Wheel / rim8, Optional: 8.5, Front: 8.5, Rear: 9.5; Front: 8.5, Rear: 10 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	11428583896 alt 11428583897
Engine air filter	13718577170
Spark plug	12122455258
Battery	61215B3F325 alt 61216806755
Front wiper blades	61612408631
Thermostat	11539494424 alt 11539494425
Cabin air filter	64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A29D99

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	22 / 29 / 25 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	114 cu ft
Cargo volume	14 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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.

4.8–5.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.80 sec — 2016 740 740i Sedan

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2018	740 740e xDrive iPerformance Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 9.2-kWh	5.10 sec	13.60 sec	322 hp	AWD
2017	740 740e xDrive iPerformance Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 9.2-kWh	5.20 sec	13.70 sec	322 hp	AWD
2016	740 740i Sedan 3.0L Turbo I-6	4.80 sec	13.40 sec	320 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.8 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, BMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to Use new seal: 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF3
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	9.2 qt
Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Clutch Fluid	DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil	BMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	0.85 qt
Engine Coolant	Infiniti BASF Glysantin G40 Coolant
Engine Oil	0W-20

Engine torques

Cylinder Head Instructions	Only use new bolts.
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	Use new seal: 18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	168.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug	Final Drive: Use new fill plug: 44.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug	Use new drain plug. ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order

1-5-3-6-2-4

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R1234yf
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46YF

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	Front: NS, Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque	Use new bolts. 81.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque	6.6
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Front: 13.70; Rear: 12.99

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages

Bolts 1-14

22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

Replace	Engine Oil Filter · Spark Plugs · Engine Oil · Keyless Entry Remote Battery · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
Inspect	Windshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Underbody · Brake Line · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System · Exterior Lighting
Road test	Universal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid Level	Engine Coolant System
Reset	Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & Bleed	Brake Hydraulic System

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’93 ’94 ’95 ’96 ’97 ’98 ’99 ’00 ’01 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V096000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 19/02/2021

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW…

24V576000Electrical System:Starter AssemblyReported 01/08/2024

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall… Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Vehicles taking 6.8 qt Engine oil filter 11428583896 Engine air filter 13718577170 Spark plug 12122455258 Battery 61215B3F325

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2021 740i take?

6.8 qt of BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ or LL-17FE+ 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 740i have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 740i get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpg.