Model year guide

2011 BMW 750i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 BMW 750i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2011 BMW 750i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 BMW 750i at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints16
Combined17 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2011 BMW 750i recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger NHTSA Campaign #18V248000 · 18/04/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadst…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receiv…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2011 BMW 750i common problems

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2011 BMW 750i MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,850
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume106 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 BMW 750i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,250
Fuel only$24,250
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 BMW 750i trims & engines on record

Trims
750i
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 400 hp

2011 BMW 750i vehicles on record

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Other BMW 750i model years

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2011 BMW 750i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 BMW 750i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2011 BMW 750i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 750i?

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2011 BMW 750i get?

The 2011 BMW 750i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 22 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.