BMW 540i
G30 / G30 LCI / 2017-2023 / Sedan
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2017 BMW 540i B58B30M0/N52B30 (limited markets) (G30)
G30 / B58B30M0, N52B30 (limited markets), B48B20 (some markets, 520i variant) / The 2017 BMW 540i is most commonly equipped with the B58B30M0, a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engine with direct injection. Some regions received earlier N52 engines in lower trims or as 530i variants. The B58 engine delivers refined power and torque with improved efficiency and emissions.
2018 BMW 540i B58B30M0/B58B30M1 (G30)
G30 / B58B30M0, B58B30M1 / 3.0L turbocharged inline-6, BMW B58 modular engine family
2019 BMW 540i B58B30M0/B58B30M1 (G30)
G30 / B58B30M0, B58B30M1 / 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged petrol engine (B58) with Valvetronic and direct injection; main engine for 540i worldwide in 2019 with minor market-tuning differences
2020 BMW 540i B58B30M0/B58B30O0 (G30)
G30 / B58B30M0, B58B30O0 / 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology; varies slightly by market.
2023 BMW 540i B58B30M0/B58B30M1 (G30 (long-wheelbase for some markets))
G30 (long-wheelbase for some markets) / B58B30M0, B58B30M1 / 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged petrol engine; B58B30M0 for Europe and most global markets, B58B30M1 variant for China with slight adaptation
Codes moteur par année
| Année | Version | Codes moteur | Cylindrée | Système carburant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | technical-profile | B58B30M0, N52B30 (limited markets), B48B20 (some markets, 520i variant) | 2998 cc | Direct fuel injection with turbocharging |
| 2018 | technical-profile | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | 2998 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
| 2019 | technical-profile | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | 2998 cc | Direct fuel injection, turbocharged |
| 2020 | technical-profile | B58B30M0, B58B30O0 | 2998 cc | Direct injection with TwinPower Turbo |
| 2023 | technical-profile | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | 2998 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
Capacité d’huile par moteur
| Année | Codes moteur | Type d’huile | Capacité d’huile | Fluide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | B58B30M0, N52B30 (limited markets), B48B20 (some markets, 520i variant) | BMW TwinPower Turbo synthetics 5W-30 or 5W-40 | Approximately 6.5 liters - service-fill amount including filter change | BMW-approved synthetic ATF |
| 2018 | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | BMW Longlife-01 FE or equivalent synthetic 5W-30 | 6.9 liters (including filter); service fill with oil filter change | ZF Lifeguard 8 synthetic ATF |
| 2019 | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | BMW Longlife-01 FE approved synthetic 0W-30 or 5W-30 motor oil | Approximately 6.5 liters service fill including filter | BMW lifetime fill automatic transmission fluid (ZF LifeguardFluid 8) |
| 2020 | B58B30M0, B58B30O0 | BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic 0W-30 or 5W-30 fully synthetic engine oil | Approximately 6.5 liters (including oil filter); service-fill with filter change recommended | ZF LifeguardFluid 8 (specific for 8HP transmission) |
| 2023 | B58B30M0, B58B30M1 | BMW Longlife-01 FE approved 0W-20 synthetic | 6.5 liters (service-fill including filter change) | ZF LifeguardFluid 8 |
Spécifications techniques
- Moteurs: B58B30M0, N52B30 (limited markets), B48B20 (some markets, 520i variant), B58B30M1, B58B30O0
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual available in select markets, 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic transmission standard globally, BMW-approved synthetic ATF, Not standard; 6-speed manual available selectively by market, 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic, ZF Lifeguard 8 synthetic ATF, Not typically offered with 540i in 2019; mainly automatic, 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic transmission
- Dimensions des pneus: 245/45R18 front/rear standard, options for 19" and 20" wheels vary by market, 245/45R18, 245/40R19, 275/40R19 (M Sport option), Front: 245/45R18, Rear: 275/40R18, Varies by market and wheel option, common 245/40R19 front, 275/35R19 rear, 245/40R19 front, 275/35R19 rear
- Entraxe: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Couple de roue: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluides et données de service
- Huile moteur: BMW TwinPower Turbo synthetics 5W-30 or 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-01 FE or equivalent synthetic 5W-30 / BMW Longlife-01 FE approved synthetic 0W-30 or 5W-30 motor oil / BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic 0W-30 or 5W-30 fully synthetic engine oil
- Fluide de transmission: BMW-approved synthetic ATF / ZF Lifeguard 8 synthetic ATF / BMW lifetime fill automatic transmission fluid (ZF LifeguardFluid 8) / ZF LifeguardFluid 8 (specific for 8HP transmission)
- Liquide de refroidissement: Around 10 liters, depending on market-specific cooling system / 9.4 liters / Approximately 10 liters / Around 8.5 liters depending on variant
- Liquide de frein: DOT 4, replaced every 2 years / DOT 4 / DOT 4, change interval about every 2 years recommended / DOT 4, change every 2 years recommended
Problèmes connus
- High-pressure fuel pump issues in earlier B58 engines
- Coolant leaks from auxiliary water pumps
- Timing chain tensioner wear in some N55-related engines (less common in B58)
- High-pressure fuel pump failures (early model issues)
- Oil leaks from valve cover gasket
- High-pressure fuel pump wear under ~70,000 miles
- Turbocharger wastegate rattling in some cases
- Vanos solenoid valve failure leading to rough idle
- High-pressure fuel pump wear (B58 engine)
- Turbocharger wastegate rattle over time
- Complex electronic system faults
- High-pressure fuel pump issues in some markets