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Compare 2001 BMW 540 specifications by trim levels

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540 is a 5-seat from BMW, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $51,100 to $53,900, the BMW 540 faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The BMW 540 has a maximum towing capacity of 4400 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The BMW 540 boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 21 to 24 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.90mm x 189.20mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2001 BMW 540

  • Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 111.4 in

  • MPG: 18 city/24 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.3 sec

  • Towing capacity: 4400 lbs

  • Curb: 3803 lbs

  • Tires: P225/55HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 11.1 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 188 x 70.9 x 56.5



2001 BMW 540 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The BMW 540 is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about BMW 540 safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the BMW 540 specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 282 hp @ 5400

    • Torque 324 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.9 - 6.65 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.8 - 15.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 188 in

    • Width 70.9 in

    • Height 56.7 in

    • Wheelbase 111.4 in

    • Curb Weight 3803 lbs

    • Towing capacity 4400 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 92

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 18.5 gal

    • City 15 - 18 mpg

    • Combined 18 - 21 mpg

    • Highway 21 - 24 mpg

    • Highway range 388.5 - 444 mi



Specifications

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Exterior length
188.00 in 188.00 in 189.20 in
Exterior body width
70.90 in 70.90 in 70.90 in
Exterior height
56.70 in 56.50 in 56.70 in
Horsepower
282 282 282
Torque
324 324 324
Fuel economy - city
18 mpg 15 mpg 15 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
24 mpg 23 mpg 21 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.30 seconds 5.90 seconds 6.65 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.20 seconds 14.80 seconds 15.50 seconds
Bore-and-Stroke
3.62/3.26 " 3.62/3.26 " 3.62/3.26 "
Curb weight
3803.00 lbs 3748.00 lbs 4056.00 lbs
Wheelbase
111.40 in 111.40 in 111.40 in
Front track
59.50 " 59.50 " 59.50 "
Rear track
59.60 " 60.10 " 60.10 "
Turning radius
18.70 18.70 18.70
Front legroom
41.70 in 41.70 in 41.70 in
Rear legroom
34.20 in 34.20 in 34.20 in
Front headroom
37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in
Rear headroom
37.20 in 37.20 in 37.40 in
Front hip room
58.00 in 58.00 in –
Rear hip room
58.50 in 58.50 in –
Front shoulder room
56.80 in 56.80 in 56.80 in
Rear shoulder room
55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in
Luggage volume
11.10 cu.ft. 11.10 cu.ft. 32.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
11.10 cu.ft. 11.10 cu.ft. 63.90 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
92 cu.ft. 92 cu.ft. 93 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
18.50 gal. 18.50 gal. 18.50 gal.
Payload
1014 lbs. 1014 lbs. 1036 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.31 0.31 0.33
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4817.00 lbs – –

Interior Features

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12V DC power outlet
1 1 1
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2

Exterior Features

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Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P225/55HR16.0 BSW AS P235/45WR17.0 BSW performance P225/55HR16.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" silver alloy 17" silver alloy 16" silver alloy
Tires - rear
P255/40WR10 BSW performance 255/40WR17 –

Seats

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Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

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Speakers
10 10 10

Safety and Security Features

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Mechanical Features

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Axle ratio
2.81 2.81 3.15

Other Specs

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Maximum towing capacity
4400 lbs. 4400 lbs. 4400 lbs.