1997 BMW 840 Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 BMW 840 specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 BMW 840 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.

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Overview

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MSRP *

$75,700

Invoice *

$66,265

Engine

4.4L V-8 282 HP 310.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,900 rpm

Transmission

5-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD

Fuel Economy City

15.0 mpg

Fuel Economy Hwy

20.0 mpg

Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Powertrain

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Engine

4.4L V-8 282 HP 310.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,900 rpm

Transmission

5-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD

Alternator

140 amp

Battery

65 amp with dual lead acid batteries

Axle Ratio

2.93

Recommended Fuel Type

premium unleaded

Fuel Tank

23.8 gal.

Exhaust

dual stainless steel

Drive Type

rear-wheel

Traction Control

ABS & driveline

Steering and Suspension

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Front Suspension

strut

Front Anti-Roll Bar

front anti-roll bar

Front Springs

coil

Rear Suspension

independent multi-link

Rear Anti-Roll Bar

rear anti-roll bar

Rear Springs

coil

Steering

re-circulating ball

Brakes

4-wheel disc

Vented Disc Brakes

front

Wheels

16.0 " silver aluminum

Front Tires

P235/50WR16.0BSW performance AS / P235/50ZR16.0BSW performance AS

Spare Tire and Wheel

full-size aluminum

Seating and Interior

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Seating Capacity

Front Seat Type

bucket

Heated Front Seats

driver and front passenger heated-cushion

Front Headrests

power adjustable

Front Armrests

center w/storage

Front Driver Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Easy Entry

rear seat easy entry

Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Rear Seats

50-50 bench

Rear Headrests

fixed

Rear Armrests

center with pass-thru and skibag

Seat Trim

leather

Door Trim

leather

Headliner

full cloth

Floor Trim

carpet

Dashboard Insert

simulated wood

Dashboard Trim

leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Sunroof

power

Vanity Mirrors

dual illuminated / driver illuminated

Rearview Mirror

auto-dimming day-night

Glove Box

locking

Dome Light

fade

Reading Lights

front & rear

Floor Console

full

Cup Holder

front and rear

Door Bins

dual

Cargo Floor Trim

carpeted

Trunk Lid Trim

carpet

Cargo Light

cargo light

Front Air Conditioning

dual zone front

Climate Control

automatic air conditioning

Air Filter

air filter

Radio

premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan

compatible

Speakers

Radio Theft Deterrent

radio theft deterrent

Antenna

window grid diversity

Cruise Control

cruise control

Door Locks

power with 2 stage unlock

Remote Keyless Entry

keyfob (all doors)

Fuel Filler Door Release

fuel filler door release

Cell Phone

pre-wiring / voice activated

Power Outlets

Driver Foot Rest

driver foot rest

Retained Accessory Power

retained accessory power

Instrument Display

analog

Tachometer

tachometer

Water Temp Gauge

engine temperature gauge

Clock

in-dash

Exterior Temperature

exterior temperature

Systems Monitor

systems monitor

Trip Computer

trip computer

Trip Odometer

trip odometer

Steering Wheel Type

power telescopic tilt

Steering Wheel Material

leather

Front Windows

power

Rear Windows

power

1-Touch Open Window

front and rear

Tinted Windows

light

Front Windshield Wipers

variable intermittent

Heated Front Wipers

jets

Rear Defroster

rear defroster

Safety

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

Center High Mounted Stop Light

center high mounted stop light

Front Impact Airbags

driver and passenger

Seatbelt Pretensioners

front

Ignition Disable

immobilizer

Panic Alarm

panic alarm

Security System

security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Door Count

2 doors

Maximum Cargo Volume

9.5 cu.ft.

Exterior Length

188.2 "

Exterior Width

73.0 "

Exterior Height

52.8 "

Wheelbase

106 "

Front Tread

61 "

Rear Tread

62 "

Turning Radius

18.8 '

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

4,949 lbs.

Curb Weight

4,167 lbs.

Payload

783 lbs.

Drag Coefficient

.29

Front Legroom

44.0 "

Rear Legroom

25.2 "

Front Headroom

35.9 "

Rear Headroom

34.7 "

Front Hiproom

57.3 "

Rear Hiproom

55.3 "

Front Shoulder Room

57.3 "

Rear Shoulder Room

55.3 "

Passenger Volume

81 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume

9.5 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Bumpers

body-colored

Bodyside Moldings

black

Rocker Panel Extensions

rocker panel extensions

Grille Moldings

chrome

Paint

monotone

Exterior Mirrors

dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Major Components Months/Miles

48/50,000

Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles

72/100,000

Roadside Assistance Months/Miles

48/50,000

Accessories Months/Miles

96/80,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 BMW 840 safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style

Frontal Rating

Side Rating

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

1997 BMW 840 Specs & Safety

Overview

Powertrain

Steering and Suspension

Seating and Interior

Comfort and Conveniences

Safety

Dimensions and Capacities

Exterior Features

Warranty

Safety Ratings

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