#31 in BMW
Road trip comfort
Strong reliability signals for long-haul ownership.
740i
Sedan
Diesel
AWD
740d xDrive
The 740d xDrive is a premium AWD diesel saloon built for long-distance road trips, blending strong acceleration with efficient cruising. Its five-seat cabin and 500-liter boot suit family travel, but it’s less ideal for tight-city routines and cargo-heavy tasks.
Is this car right for you?
Best for
- AWD traction for winter roads and mixed conditions
- 4.5 s 0-100 km/h and 680 Nm for effortless overtakes
- 6.5 combined consumption makes it efficient for its class on long trips
- Five seats and a 500-liter boot support growing-family travel
Less ideal for
- Saloon body limits cargo flexibility versus wagons and SUVs
- Diesel powertrain is not the best fit for mostly short city trips
- Premium pricing around 85,000 may exceed some budgets
- Large footprint makes tight urban driving and parking less convenient
Core facts only
Price
€85,000
Used price
€55,000–€65,000
Power
320 hp
0–100 km/h
4.5 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Boot
500 L
Seats
5
Drive
AWD
Body type
Sedan
BMW lineup context
Family740i
PositionExecutive car
Closest BMW740i xDrive
Where this car stands out
#34 in BMW
Premium feel
Safety-oriented positioning with surefooted AWD traction.
Top 15% global
Winter driving
Rapid diesel acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s.
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