Is the 2018 BMW 740i a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2018 BMW 740i ranks #8 of 13 among 740i model years (Complaint Index 42/100, verdict: Good). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW 740i?

The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (2 complaints), and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 96,000 miles.

Does the 2018 BMW 740i have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2018 BMW 740i in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 BMW 740i?

EPA rates the 2018 BMW 740i at 23.5 MPG combined (20.5 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,375. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2018 BMW 740i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2018 BMW 740i has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 42 out of 100 — #8 highest of 13 740i model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 40% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 42/100; #8 of 13 740i years
Verdict: Good; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 5; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: —; no alternative with data

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 23.5; 20.5 city / 29 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2018 BMW 740i recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2018 BMW 740i fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 20.5 MPG
Highway: 29 MPG
Combined: 23.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,375; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2018 compared with other 740i years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2016	Avoid	83	12	0	24
2017	Caution	50	7	0	23
2018	Good	42	5	0	23.5
2019	No verdict	100	4	1	23.5
2020	No verdict	17	1	2	23.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 BMW 740i a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2018 BMW 740i ranks #8 of 13 among 740i model years (Complaint Index 42/100, verdict: Good). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW 740i?: The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (2 complaints), and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 96,000 miles.
Does the 2018 BMW 740i have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2018 BMW 740i in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 BMW 740i?: EPA rates the 2018 BMW 740i at 23.5 MPG combined (20.5 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,375. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.