Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 750Li xDrive.
The 2014 BMW 750Li xDrive is a long-wheelbase luxury sedan paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and its engine requires a substantial 9.0 quarts of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 oil. EPA ratings come in at 16 mpg city, 24 highway, and 19 combined. Within the 2011–2015 generation, this model year logged only 6 owner complaints—far below the 26 recorded for the 2012 peak—with the top concern being the fuel system and just one recall, positioning it as one of the more sorted entries in the lineup.
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 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427583220. 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 | 11427583220 |
| Engine air filter | 13717577457 alt 13717577458 |
| Spark plug | 12120040581 |
| Battery | 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612147361 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319175484 alt 64119272642 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 205.1 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4799 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.4 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 24 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 115 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.2 Pints |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.5 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.0 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Pentosin CHF 11S |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 26-30 psi |
| Engine Compression | 203-261 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.181 in / 0.787 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.181 in / 0.787 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.087 in / 0.692 in / 0.882 in / 1.354 in |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 BMW 750Li xDrive sits mid-generation within a clear downward trend in complaint activity. Compared to the peak year of 2012—which recorded 26 complaints, 2 recalls, and 361 TSBs—the 2014 model shows a substantial improvement with only 6 complaints, 1 recall, and 294 TSBs. When compared to the years immediately adjacent, 2014's 6 complaints represent a decrease from 2013's 9 and precedes 2015's remarkable low of just 1 complaint. The single recall in 2014 aligns with the consistent pattern of one recall per year throughout the generation, indicating no escalation. Notably, the 2014 model year recorded zero crash-related complaints and zero fire-related complaints, with the four complaint areas (fuel system, forward collision avoidance, engine cooling, and fuel/propulsion system) each limited to a single incident. The declining trajectory of TSBs—from 361 in 2012 to 294 in 2014—suggests iterative refinement during this generation. This data indicates the 2014 model benefits from the manufacturer's post-2012 corrective efforts while avoiding the lowest complaint counts that may accompany a later model year with an aging platform. Therefore, the 2014 BMW 750Li xDrive represents a favorable balance of established reliability improvements and mature production quality within this generation.
All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 294 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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… |
| B160623 | 2023-12-20 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel… |
| B653423 | 2023-11-22 | Electrical System | Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their… |
| B631323 | 2023-11-09 | Electrical System | The carpet welcome light(s) turns on either after a delay, or does not function at all. |
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9.0 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.