BMW, 7 Series, E65/E66/E67/E68, 740d (2002-2004)

Engine and Performance

• The 740d is powered by a 6-cylinder diesel engine (M57D30) with a displacement of 2.942 liters.
• It produces 204 horsepower (151 kW) at 4,000 rpm and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque at 1,750-3,250 rpm.
• The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission in some markets.

Interior and Features

• The E65/E66 chassis features a new interior design with a focus on comfort and luxury.
• Standard amenities include leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, and an AM/FM/CD audio system with 12 speakers.
• Optional features include heated and ventilated seats, a rear-seat entertainment system, and a moonroof.

Safety Features

• The 740d comes equipped with a range of advanced safety features, including:
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Brake Assist
  • Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
  • Side-impact airbags and head-protecting curtain airbags for the front and rear passengers

Dimensions and Capacities

• The E65/E66 740d has a length of 5,142 mm (202.7 in), a width of 1,876 mm (73.8 in), and a height of 1,500 mm (59.1 in).
• It has a wheelbase of 3,070 mm (120.9 in) and a ground clearance of 135 mm (5.3 in).
• The boot capacity is 430 liters (15.2 cu ft).

Fuel Economy

• The 740d achieves an estimated fuel economy of:
  • 14.1 mpg (17.8 km/l) on the European combined cycle
  • 21.4 mpg (26.6 km/l) on the US EPA highway cycle

Production and Sales

• Production of the E65/E66 740d began in 2002 and ended in 2005.
• The model was sold primarily in Europe, with limited availability in other markets.

Recall Information

• In 2004, BMW issued a recall for the E65/E66 chassis due to a potential issue with the diesel particulate filter (DPF) system.