Quick answer
The 2001 BMW 740iL, the latest model year on record, is 201.6″ long, 73.2″ wide and 56.3″ tall on a 120.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,288 lb. At 16.8 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 1.2 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every BMW 740iL generation, measured
The biggest change came in 1995: the new car was 4.0″ longer and 143 lb heavier than the 1994 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 197.6″ | 72.8″ | 55.1″ | 116.1″ | 4,057 lb |
| 1995–2001 | 201.6″ | 75.2″ | 56.3″ | 120.9″ | 4,200 lb |
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
740iL year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 2000 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1999 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1998 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1997 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1996 | 201.6″ | 73.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1995 | 201.6″ | 75.2″ | 120.9″ | 1 | |
| 1994 | 197.6″ | 72.8″ | 116.1″ | 1 |
ROWS 8·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
740iL on the used market
In 47 740iL listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1995–2001 car is the most common: 42 of them (89%), at an average asking price of $8,153.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2001 | 42 | 89% | $8,153 | 137,293 mi |
ROWS 1·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026
Will a 740iL fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 16.8 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 16.8 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
Among the 670 cars within 10″ of its length, the 740iL has a longer wheelbase than 80%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 670 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 73.2″ | 74.8″ | −1.6″ |
| Wheelbase | 120.9″ | 116.1″ | +4.8″ |
| Curb weight | 4,288 lb | 4,273 lb | +15 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 740iL bigger than the 2000?
No. The 2001 and 2000 740iL are the same size and weight.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 8 740iL model years, 1994 to 2001. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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