- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
* Overall: 4 stars
* Frontal impact: 4 stars
* Side impact: 5 stars
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS):
* Overall: Good
* Frontal offset crash test: Good
* Side impact crash test: Good
The BMW 740i also comes standard with a number of safety features, including:
- Dual front airbags
- Side-impact airbags
- Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
- Traction control
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
Overall, the 1998 BMW 740i is a safe car that offers good protection in the event of a crash.
