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2021 Bmw 740i

The 2021 Bmw 740i is a full-size car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2021 Bmw 740i
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$98,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBmw
Model740i
Model year2021
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe360 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
740i25 MPG combined
740i xDrive23 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

740i25 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 21% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$1,726/mo
Amount financed
$88,200
Total interest
$15,344
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V096000 · 2021-02-19

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY24V576000 · 2024-08-01

    BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Bmw 740i?

The 2021 Bmw 740i is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2021 Bmw 740i reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Bmw 740i. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Bmw 740i?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Bmw 740i costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Bmw 740i?

The 2021 Bmw 740i is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC