BMW E65

BMW
BMW 7 Series (2001-2005)
E65, E66, E67, E68
Sales designation:	7 series
Production period:	2001-2008
Class :	Upper class
Body versions :	limousine
Engines:	Otto engines : 3.0–6.0 liters (170–327 kW) Diesel engines : 3.0–4.5 liters (160–242 kW)
Length:	5039-5179 mm
Width:	1902 mm
Height:	1491 mm
Wheelbase :	2990-3128 mm
Empty weight :	1805-2255 kg
Previous model	BMW E38
successor	BMW F01

The E65 series is the name of the fourth generation of the 7 series from the car manufacturer BMW , which was built from autumn 2001 to late summer 2008. It replaced the E38 series .

The iDrive operating concept was introduced for the first time with the E65 . The vehicle is assigned to the luxury class . The long version is called E66 , the special protection version is called E67 , while the variant with hydrogen drive is called E68 (see also BMW Hydrogen 7 ). The basic prices in Germany ranged from € 58,500 (730d, 2003) to € 127,500 (760Li, 2008).

In October 2008 the successor model F01 was presented.

Model history

General

The new 7 Series (E65) was formally presented at the IAA in late summer 2001 . The gasoline engine models 735i and 745i went on sale in November 2001.

In April 2002 the long versions 735Li and 745Li appeared, these models with a wheelbase extended by 140 millimeters have their own series designation (E66). A few months later the range was supplemented by the diesel drive variants 730d and 740d.

With the appearance of the E65, the order of the letters for the long versions was changed from 7xxiL back to 7xxLi , as had been introduced in the E3 series .

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  Rear view

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  inner space

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  BMW 760Li (2003-2005)

design

The design broke with the conservative line of its predecessor E38 and was controversial. The front section and the distinctive trunk lid in particular were representative of the new design line under the head of design at the time, Chris Bangle .

The front headlights of the US version differ from the European version by the so-called "amber corners", the yellow glazing of the indicator elements, which is required by law in the USA.

Facelift

From model year 2003 the adaptive headlights were available as additional equipment.

A major facelift took place in April 2005. It was formally shown publicly for the first time at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show .

Although the 7 Series had already been well received abroad (for example in the USA , Russia , Asia and the Arab world), the design was too extroverted for most Europeans . The ambivalent design therefore required profound changes. During the scheduled product refreshment (called “LCI” (Lifecycle Impulse) in BMW jargon ) in the middle of the model range's life cycle, the car got a significantly different appearance.

The front became rounder overall. The kidneys were enlarged and the chrome frame widened . The headlights have been converted to bi-xenon as standard, are flatter, have a more flowing shape and the so-called "bags under the eyes" have disappeared in order to convey a friendlier image of the front. Since the revision, the bonnet merges smoothly into the headlights and kidneys.

At the rear, the often criticized trunk plateau was concealed by integrating the trunk lid into the rest of the rear using widespread rear lights and a horizontal chrome strip. The rear lights got a new design with LED technology. The rear apron has also been modified. The revised rear now looks noticeably wider. In addition, every 7-series model now has chrome applications on the bumper strips, which was previously only available for the long versions (not applicable to the "Shadow Line" option).

Inside, the innovative, but highly criticized iDrive operating concept due to its complexity, has been revised and simplified. In addition, new colors ("Barber Red Metallic", "Michigan Blue Metallic", "Monaco Blue Metallic", "Deep Green Metallic") and light alloy wheels (17 to 21 inches) were offered. All engine variants with the exception of the 760i have been revised.

The model update also brought about a deterioration for customers and an improvement for workshops: If a lamp in the parking light needs to be replaced, the front bumper and then the headlights must be removed.

In September 2005 the first 7-series long version with a diesel engine was presented as the 730Ld.

In autumn 2005, the night vision assistant BMW Night Vision was introduced in Germany at the same time as the first available car high beam assistant .

The replacement of the model by the internally designated F01 took place on November 15, 2008.

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  BMW 730d (2005-2008)

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  Rear view

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  BMW 760Li (2005-2008)

drive

When sales started in November 2001, only the 735i and 745i were available. A few months later the range was supplemented by the diesel variants 730d and 740d.

In the spring of 2003, the engine range was rounded off at the top and bottom with the 730i and 760i models, both of which appeared at the same time as long versions. The twelve-cylinder model has four-valve technology and direct petrol injection , which was combined for the first time with the fully variable valve control Valvetronic . The diesel models 730d and 740d have second-generation common rail injection .

In September 2006, BMW increased the maximum output of the 745d to 242 kW (329 hp) and the maximum torque to 750 Nm (previously 700 Nm). Buyers who purchased the 4.4-liter diesel engine with a maximum output of 220 kW (299 PS) can use a software update to increase the maximum output to 242 kW (329 PS). At the same time the first 7-series long version with a diesel engine was presented as the 730Ld. The diesel models 730d and 745d have third generation common rail technology. The 745d has a twin turbo charger , the 730d only uses a turbocharger.

The E65 was the world's first car with a standard six- speed automatic transmission that is operated via a selector lever on the steering wheel.

Technical specifications

Engine variants (11.2001 to 04.2005)

	730i / 730Li	735i / 735Li	745i / 745Li	760i / 760Li	730d	740d
Engine type	M54B30	N62B36	N62B44	N73B60	M57D30TÜ	M67D40TÜ
Motor mounting position	front lengthways
Motor type	Gasoline engine				Diesel engine
Engine type	R6	V8		V12	R6	V8
Displacement	2979 cc	3600 cc	4398 cc	5972 cc	2993 cc	3901 cc
Number of valves	24	32		48	24	32
compression	10.2: 1	10.5: 1		11.3: 1	18.0: 1
Max. Power at 1 / min	170 kW (231 PS) / 5900	200 kW (272 PS) / 6200	245 kW (333 PS) / 6100	327 kW (445 PS) / 6000	160 kW (218 PS) / 4000	190 kW (258 PS) / 4000
Max. Torque at 1 / min	300  Nm / 3500	360 Nm / 3700	450 Nm / 3600	600 Nm / 3950	500 Nm / 2000-2750	600 Nm / 1900-2500
transmission	6- speed automatic transmission
Top speed	237  km / h	250 km / h (1)			235 km / h	250 km / h (1)
Acceleration, 0-100  km / h	8.1  s ; (8.3 s)	7.5 s; (7.5 s)	6.3 s; (6.3 s)	5.5 s; (5.6 s)	8.0 s	7.4 s
Drive type	Rear wheel drive
Empty weight (2)	1805 kg (1820 kg)	1840 kg (1900 kg)	1870 kg (1950 kg)	2150 kg (2165 kg)	1975 kg	2090 kg
Fuel consumption according to the EEC directive, combined	10.7 l (10.8 l / 100 km)	10.7 l (10.9 l / 100 km)	10.9 l (11.2 l / 100 km)	13.0 l (13.7 l / 100 km)	8.6 l / 100 km	9.8 l / 100 km

• Values ​​in () brackets apply to the long version.

⁽¹⁾ regulated

⁽²⁾The figure quoted includes a 90% full tank, 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage. The curb weight applies to vehicles with standard equipment. Optional extras increase this value.

Engine variants (04.2005 to 09.2008)

	730i / 730Li	740i / 740Li	750i / 750Li	760i / 760Li	730d / 730Ld	745d
Engine type	N52B30	N62B40	N62B48	N73B60	M57D30TÜ2	M67D44
Motor mounting position	front lengthways
Motor type	Gasoline engine				Diesel engine
Engine type	R6	V8		V12	R6	V8
Displacement	2996 cc	4000 cc	4799 cc	5972 cc	2993 cc	4423 cc
Number of valves	24	32		48	24	32
compression	10.7: 1	10.5: 1		11.3: 1	17.0: 1
Max. Power at 1 / min	190 kW (258 hp) at 6600	225 kW (306 hp) at 6300	270 kW (367 hp) at 6300	327 kW (445 hp) at 6000	170 kW (231 hp) at 4000	242 kW (329 hp) at 3800
Max. Torque at 1 / min	300 Nm at 2500-4000	390 Nm at 3500	490 Nm at 3400	600 Nm at 3950	520 Nm at 2000-2750	750 Nm at 1900-2500
transmission	6- speed automatic transmission
Top speed	244 km / h	250 km / h (1)			238 km / h	250 km / h (1)
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	7.8  s , (7.9 s)	6.8 s, (6.9 s)	5.9 s	5.5 s	7.8 s	6.6 s
Drive type	Rear wheel drive
Empty weight (2)	1880 kg (1910 kg)	1970 kg (2010 kg)	1985 kg (2025 kg)	2180 kg (2255 kg)	1975 kg (2015 kg)	2115 kg
Fuel consumption according to the EEC directive, combined	10.1 l / 100 km	11.2 l / 100 km	11.4 l / 100 km	13.6 l / 100 km	7.9 l / 100 km	9.0 l / 100 km

• Values ​​in () brackets apply to the long version.

⁽¹⁾ regulated

⁽²⁾The figure quoted includes a 90% full tank, 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage. The curb weight applies to vehicles with standard equipment. Optional extras increase this value.

Alpina B7

model	Displacement	Motor type	Engine type	Max. power	Max. Torque	Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	Top speed	Fuel consumption	Empty weight
Alpina B7	4398 cc	Gasoline engine	V8	368 kW (500 hp) at 5500 rpm	700 Nm at 4250 rpm	4.9 s	300 km / h	12.8 / 100 km SuperPlus	1960 kg

Individual evidence

1. ↑ IAA 2001: BMW wants to set standards with the seven (update) - auto motor und sport. In: auto-motor-und-sport.de. June 22, 2001, archived from the original on June 12, 2018 ; accessed on June 11, 2018 . 
2. ↑ Tom Hillenbrand: 60 German cars: Chris Bangles 7er BMW. In: spiegel.de. SPIEGEL ONLINE, December 7, 2009, accessed June 29, 2019 . 
3. ↑ BMW 7 series facelift: Shaved clean and muscles trained - hot cars. In: heise.de. February 24, 2005, accessed on June 11, 2018 (Permalink: https://heise.de/-479318 ). 
4. ^ Henny Hemmes: Redesigned BMW 7-Series to Bow at Geneva - The Car Connection. In: thecarconnection.com. January 28, 2005, accessed June 29, 2019 . 
5. ↑ Replace BMW E65 Facelift FL parking light. In: strikesandspares.de. Retrieved June 29, 2019 . 
6. ↑ BMW at the IAA 2005 (without BMW studies). In: press.bmwgroup.com. September 12, 2005, accessed June 29, 2019 . 
7. ↑ Fabian Grass: See better without light: BMW 7 Series with infrared night vision. In: de.motor1.com. July 12, 2005, accessed June 11, 2018 . 
8. ↑ Michael Voß: Night Vision turns night into day - autobild.de. In: autobild.de. July 15, 2005, accessed June 11, 2018 . 
9. ↑ BMW 7 Series, model E65, technology in detail: automatic transmission from ZF. In: 7-forum.com. July 2001. Retrieved June 29, 2019 . 

Web links

Commons : BMW E65  - collection of pictures, videos and audio files

Commons : BMW E66  - collection of pictures, videos and audio files