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E66 platform

2007 BMW 760LI

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 760LI.

Transmission Automatic (S6)

The 2007 BMW 760Li utilizes the E66 long-wheelbase platform, specified with a six-speed Automatic (S6) transmission and an oil capacity of 9.0 quarts using 15W-40, 10W-40, or 10W-30 API SJ grades. EPA fuel economy ratings register 13 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined, metrics that define its efficiency profile. Reliability tracking from 2011 to 2015 shows a flatline complaint history, with exactly three grievances logged in 2011 serving as both the highest and lowest annual tally for that period, indicating scant reported failures yet offering sparse data for comprehensive dependability assessment.

Model year20072003

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type15W-40 / 10W-40 / 10W-30 API SJOEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy13/20/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 720 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427542021. 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.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 720 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLIGHTOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11427542021
Engine air filter13717547201 alt 13717526008
Fuel filter16126754017
Spark plug12120037607 alt 12129071003
Battery61217594976
Front wiper blades61610442837
Thermostat11538632664 alt 11537586885
Cabin air filter64119272643

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length203.5 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase122.8 in
Curb weight4905 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined13 / 20 / 15 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume105 cu ft
Cargo volume18 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 760LI of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.1–5.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2003 Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2003Sedan 6.0L V125.10 sec13.60 sec438 hpRWD
2003Sedan 6.0L V125.60 sec14.00 sec438 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 9.0 qt of 15W-40 / 10W-40 / 10W-30 API SJ 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 1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10. 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.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil15W-40 · API · 10W-40 · 10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity9.0 qt
Power Steering FluidUse Pentosin CHF 11S
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsM7 bolts: 11 ft-lbs, M8 bolts: 16 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsM7 bolts: 11 ft-lbs, M8 bolts: 16 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugM12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub310 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket22-26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.181 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.181 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.031 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.118 in / 0.882 in
Rotor Finish0.5 - 3.5 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
173 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 degrees, step 3: 60 degrees, step 4: 6073 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
122 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
260 degrees60 degrees
360

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi.

Every 100,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V328000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:LatchReported 18/05/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at…

12V504000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:LatchReported 17/10/2012

BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software… Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at…

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2007 760LI take?

9.0 qt of HIGH PERFORMANCE MINERAL OILS: ABOVE 5 degrees F: 15W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, -5 degreesF TO 68 degrees F: 10W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, 5 degreesF TO 50 degrees F: 10W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 50 degrees F: 5W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 32 degrees F:, per the factory manual.

Does the 2007 760LI have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 760LI get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 20 highway / 15 combined mpg.