BMW 7 Series (E32) 730i (197 hp)
Gasoline engine with 197 hp (145 kW) and 203 lb-ft (275 Nm), built 1986–1992, sedan body, rear-wheel drive. The BMW 7 Series (E32) has 5 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower197 hp (145 kW)
Torque203 lb-ft (275 Nm)
0–62 mph8.9 s
Top speed140 mph (225 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 730i (197 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M30B30 |
| Displacement | 3.0 L (2,986 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 9-2 |
| Bore | 89 mm |
| Stroke | 80 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 6.1 qt (5.75 l) |
Performance
| Power | 197 hp (145 kW) @ 5800 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 203 lb-ft (275 Nm) @ 4000 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 15 mpg (15.5 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.8 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 23.8 gal (90 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 193.3 in (4,910 mm) |
| Width | 72.6 in (1,845 mm) |
| Height | 55.6 in (1,411 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,527 lb (1,600 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 4,696 lb (2,130 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 17.7 cu ft (500 l) |
| Drag coefficient | 0.32 |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Spring strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
| Tires | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheels | R15 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a BMW 7 Series with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other BMW 7 Series (E32) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 730i (188 hp) cat | Gasoline | 188 hp (138 kW) | |
| 730i (188 hp) cat Automatic | Gasoline | 188 hp (138 kW) | |
| 730i (197 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 197 hp (145 kW) | |
| 735i (211 hp) cat | Gasoline | 211 hp (155 kW) | |
| 735i (211 hp) cat Automatic | Gasoline | 211 hp (155 kW) | |
| 735i (220 hp) | Gasoline | 220 hp (162 kW) | |
| 735i (220 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 220 hp (162 kW) | |
| 750i (300 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 300 hp (221 kW) |