1998 BMW 5 Series: 540i · 4.4L · RWD · 5-speed automatic
One configuration of the 1998 BMW 5 Series as listed by our sources. Every figure below carries its source.
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.4L 8-cylinder | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Displacement | 4.4 L | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Cylinders | 8 | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Combined economy | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City economy | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Highway economy | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Provenance & verification
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · US Government public data
Source checked: October 19, 2026
Data verified: October 19, 2026