2014 BMW 740i Speaker Sizes

The 2014 BMW 740i speaker size chart provides factory audio specifications for all speaker locations throughout the vehicle. Information includes replacement speaker sizes for the center dash, front door panel, rear deck lid, rear door panel, and below seats. These specifications assist with aftermarket speaker upgrades to the factory audio system.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Below Seats 8 Subwoofer
  • Very limited height clearance
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Center Dash 1 Tweeter
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Center Dash 4 Midrange
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 4 Midrange
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 1 Tweeter
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 4 Midrange
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 4 Midrange
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2014 BMW 740i Speaker Replacement Summary

9 total positions
6 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 6 Medium: 3 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 7 Low: 0

2014 BMW 740i Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN 7"×2" 180×50 Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2014 BMW 740i audio system utilizes a three-way speaker configuration with dedicated tweeters, midrange drivers, and subwoofers positioned throughout the cabin.
  • Tweeters measuring 1 inch are installed in multiple locations including the center dash, front door panels, rear deck lid, and rear door panels to handle high-frequency reproduction.
  • Midrange drivers at 4 inches occupy the same general locations as the tweeters, creating a distributed sound field across the center dash, door panels, and rear deck lid.
  • A single 8-inch subwoofer positioned below the seats provides low-frequency reinforcement for the audio system.
  • The distributed speaker layout with tweeters and midrange drivers in both front and rear locations may facilitate balanced sound staging across multiple seating positions.
  • Replacing the factory tweeters could potentially affect high-frequency clarity and detail, particularly for frequencies above the midrange crossover point.
  • The 4-inch midrange speakers handle the critical vocal and instrumental range, making them candidates for upgrades targeting tonal accuracy and presence.
  • Aftermarket component speakers designed for three-way systems might integrate with the existing tweeter and midrange locations, though crossover compatibility would need consideration.
  • The under-seat subwoofer location at 8 inches offers space-efficient bass output, though replacement options may be limited by the mounting position and enclosure volume.
  • The single DIN radio opening allows for standard aftermarket head unit installation without requiring dash modification or adapter kits for double DIN units.