BMW
BMW 7 Series E23 Facelift (1983–1986) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1977 - 1986
E23
Sedan
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 725i Automatic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 728i Automatic | 5 | 184 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 732i Automatic | 5 | 197 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 735i Automatic | 5 | 218 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 745i Automatic | 4 | 252 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 7 Series E23 Facelift overview
The BMW 7 Series (E23 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the 7 Series, built from 1983 to 1986. It is offered as a Sedan with 5 engines (petrol), from 150 HP to 252 HP. The 725i (150 Hp) is 4860 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 7 Series have?
The BMW 7 Series (E23 Facelift) has 150 HP to 252 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 M30 (150 HP), 2.8 M30 (184 HP), 3.2 M30 (197 HP), 3.4 M30 (218 HP), 3.4 M106 (252 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 7 Series?
The BMW 7 Series is available with 5 engines: 2.5 M30 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 M30 (184 HP, petrol), 3.2 M30 (197 HP, petrol), 3.4 M30 (218 HP, petrol), 3.4 M106 (252 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 7 Series?
The BMW 7 Series is 4860 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1430 mm tall, with a 2795 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 7 Series E23 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1983–1986 |
| Platform | BMW E23 |
| Variant | 725i (150 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 150 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 215 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | M30B25O0 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2494 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 75.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.8 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 265 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4860 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2795 mm |
| Front track | 1502 mm |
| Rear track | 1524 mm |
| Boot space | 480 L |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1470 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1980 kg |
| Max load | 510 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 100.0 L |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Tire size | 195/70 HR 14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1983 |
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| End Of Production | 1986 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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