AVOIR

1998 BMW 740i

Ownership intelligence · Midsize Cars · Regular Gasoline
70
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 95
Longevity 82
Maintenance 61
Depreciation 48
Performance 68
Efficiency 35

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 1998 BMW 740i reliable?

AVOIR rates the 1998 BMW 740i's reliability 95/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 70/100 (Good).

How long will a 1998 BMW 740i last?

AVOIR scores the 1998 BMW 740i's longevity 82/100 (excellent), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 1998 BMW 740i?

AVOIR scores the 1998 BMW 740i on maintenance 61/100 and depreciation 48/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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