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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a line of full-size luxury vehicles produced by the German automaker BMW. It replaced the "New Six" models in 1977. It is BMW's flagship car and is only available as a sedan.

There have been five generations of the 7 Series:

BMW E23 (1977–1986)
BMW E32 (1987–1994)
BMW E38 (1994–2001)
BMW E65/E66 (2002–2008)
BMW F01 (2009-present)

E23 (1977–1986)

Models offered:

Model	Engine	Power				Torque			Built
Model	Engine	PS	kW	hp	at rpm	N·m	ft·lbf	at rpm	Built
725‡	2494 cc I-6		5800		4000	1977−1979?
728	2788 cc I-6		5800		4000	1977−1979
728i	2788 cc I-6		5800		4200	1979−1986
730	2985 cc I-6		5800		3500	1977−1979
732i	3500 cc I-8		5500		4500	1979−1986
733i	3205 cc I-6		5500		4300	1977−1979
735i	3453 cc I-6		5200		4000	1979−1982
735i	3430 cc I-6		5200		4000	1982−1986
745i	3205 cc I-6		5200		2600	1980−1982
745i	3430 cc I-6		4900		2200	1983−1986
North America and Japan
733i	3210 cc I-6	179	132	177	5500	266	196	4000	MY 1978−1979
733i	3210 cc I-6	176	130	174	5200	255	188	4200	MY 1980−1981
733i	3210 cc I-6	184	135	181	6000	264	195	4000	MY 1982−1984
735i/L7	3430 cc I-6	185	136	182	5400	290	214	4000	MY 1985−1987, L7 1986–1987
South Africa
745i	3453 cc I-6		6500		4500	198?−198?
Note: ‡ For government agencies and on special order only

E32 (1987–1994)

The E32 was introduced in 1987, with the 730i and 735i featuring 3.0 L and 3.5 L straight-6 engines respectively, and a new, 5.0 L, 300 horsepower V12 engine for the 750i. In 1992, 3.0 L and 4.0 L V8 engines were added to the lineup (730i and 740i). All models were also available in a stretched 'L' version, which had 10 cm of extra legroom for the rear passengers. See BMW E32 article for more information.

Model	Engine Code	Engine Type	Displacement (cc)	Power (BHP)	Torque (NM)	0-100 km/h (s)	Years made
730i	M30	I6 12V	2986	188 @ 5800	260 @ 4000	9.3 (man) / 10.6 (aut)	1986-1994
735i	M30	I6 12V	3430	211 @ 4900	305 @ 4000	8.3 (man) / 9.1 (aut)	1986-1992
730i V8	M60	V8 32V	2997	218 @ 5800	290 @ 4500	8.5 (man) / 9.3 (aut)	1992-1994
740i	M60	V8 32V	3982	286 @ 5800	400 @ 4500	7.4 (aut)	1992-1994
750i	M70	V12 24V	4988	299 @ 5200	450 @ 4100	7.4(aut)	1987-1994

U.S figures

Model	Engine Code	Engine Type	Displacement (cc)	Power (BHP)	Torque (NM)	0-100 km/h (s)	Years made
735i/L	M30	I6 12V	3430	208 @ 4900	225 @ 4000	8.3 (man) / 9.1 (aut)	1988-1992
740i/L	M60	V8 32V	3982	282 @ 5800	295 @ 4500	7.4 (aut)	1993-1994
750i/L	M70	V12 24V	4988	296 @ 5200	322 @ 4100	7.4(aut)	1988-1994

E38 (1995–2001)

The E38 generation (1995-2001) had a five-speed automatic. The engine variants in Europe were 725tds, 728i, 730i, 730d, 735i, 740i (4.0 and 4.4 L), 740d and 750i (with a 5.4 L 322 bhp [240 kW] engine, as was used in the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph).

In the Americas, the models were sold as the 740i, 740iL and 750iL. The 740i and 740iL share the same 4.4 L V8 engine. The 740iL is essentially a long-wheelbase 740i (hence the "L" in the model name). The considerably rarer 5.4 L V12-powered 750iL was only available as a long-body; there was no E38 750i in the US lineup. The 750iL was BMW's flagship sedan.

E65/E66 (2001–2008)

The current 7 Series is available on four different platforms: the standard-wheelbase E65 (2990 mm, 118 in), the extended-wheelbase E66 (3130 mm, 123 in), the High Security version E67 and the hydrogen powered version E68.

The E65/E66/E67/E68 7 Series features BMW's first of a kind iDrive system, consisting of a video screen in the dashboard and a controller mounted on the center console that is used in a similar way to a computer mouse. Using a system of eight menus, most of the car's climate, audio, navigation, suspension and communication settings are controlled via iDrive. However, the system has been criticized by many automotive writers as being too complex and not intuitive enough.

"Active" Seat continuous passive motion technology is made standard equipment on the 750/760 models and included in the Luxury Seating Package with heated and ventilated seats for driver and front passenger on the 745 models.

The car has been available in thirteen variants —of those, 11 are now in production and on sale in Europe, with five available in the U.S. since diesel models are not available there.

	Engine	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h*	Top speed
730i	3.0 L petrol (gasoline) I6	170 kW (231 bhp DIN)	300 N·m (221 lbf·ft)	8.1 s	237 km/h (147 mph)
730Li	3.0 L petrol (gasoline) I6	170 kW (231 bhp DIN)	300 N·m (221 lbf·ft)	8.3 s	237 km/h (147 mph)
730d	3.0 L diesel I6	170 kW (231 bhp DIN)	520 N·m (383 lbf·ft)	7.8 s	238 km/h (148 mph)
730Ld	3.0 L diesel I6	170 kW (231 bhp DIN)	520 N·m (383 lbf·ft)	7.9 s	238 km/h (148 mph)
735i/735Li**	3.6 L petrol (gasoline) V8	200 kW (272 bhp DIN)	360 N·m (266 lbf·ft)	7.5 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
740d	3.9 L diesel V8	190 kW (258 bhp DIN)	600 N·m (442 lbf·ft)	7.5 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
745d	4.4 L diesel V8	242 kW (330 bhp DIN)	750 N·m (553 lbf·ft)	6.6 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
745i/745Li**	4.4 L petrol (gasoline) V8	245 kW (333 bhp DIN)	450 N·m (332 lbf·ft)	6.3 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
760i	6.0 L petrol (gasoline) V12	327 kW (445 bhp DIN)	600 N·m (442 lbf·ft)	5.5 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
760Li	6.0 L petrol (gasoline) V12	327 kW (445 bhp DIN)	600 N·m (442 lbf·ft)	5.6 s	250 km/h (155 mph)***
Alpina B7	4.4 L petrol (gasoline) V8	373 kW (500 bhp SAE)	699 N·m (516 lbf·ft)	4.8 s	300 km/h (186 mph)

*0–62 mph
**Performance numbers for the 735i and 735Li are identical, and those for the 745i and 745Li are identical.
***All roadgoing BMWs have an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.

In America, only the 750i, 750Li and 760Li are available from BMW dealerships. The 730i, 730d, 740i, 740d Turbodiesel and their long wheelbase counterparts are available in the rest of the world, in addition to the short wheelbase 760i. Alpina B7 could be ordered through BMW dealerships only in USA and Canada, everywhere else it could be ordered through Alpina dealerships.

In US:

2002-2005 745i - 4.4 L V8, 325 hp.
2002-2005 745Li - 4.4 L V8, 325 hp.
2006- 750i - 4.8 L V8, 360 hp.
2006- 750Li - 4.8 L V8, 360 hp.
2004-2006 760i - 6.0 L V12, 438 hp.
2003- 760Li - 6.0 L V12, 438 hp.
2007- Alpina B7 - 4.4 L V8, 500 hp.

2006

The 7 Series was facelifted for 2006 with a restyled front and rear and a larger range of engines, the N62B48.

The twice-refreshed 7 Series sports a new taillight and reduced height for the trunk lid. The front headlight and the kidney grille was also raised somewhat, as well as a new front air dam and fog light assembly.

	Engine	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h*	Top speed
750i	4.8 L petrol (gasoline) V8	270 kW (367 bhp DIN)	490 N·m (361 lbf·ft)	5.9 s	250 km/h (155 mph)**
750Li	4.8 L petrol (gasoline) V8	270 kW (367 bhp DIN)	490 N·m (361 lbf·ft)	6.0 s	250 km/h (155 mph)**
760Li	6.0 L petrol (gasoline) V12	327 kW (445 bhp DIN)	600 N·m (444 lbf·ft)	5.6 s	250 km/h (155 mph)**

*0–62 mph
**All roadgoing BMWs have an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. This limitation does not however apply to the GCC specification models.

The 4.4 L V8 was replaced by a 4.8 L unit producing 367 hp (270 kW) and 361 ft·lbf (490 N·m). The new model with the enlarged engine is now known as 750i and 750Li (for the long wheel-base model). The 750i and 750Li replace the 745i and 745Li in all world markets. The 745d, powered by a 4.4 L turbodiesel producing 329 hp (242 kW) has replaced the 740d. As before, a six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic is standard on all models.

2007

In 2007 the 7 series received minor updates both inside and out. On the exterior, new wheel designs were made available and power folding mirrors became standard. On the inside, an update to the iDrive system (but still no RTTI: Real Time Traffic Info) was also made standard. 2007 also saw the installation of an auxiliary input for connecting an audio source. Engine options remained the same as with the 2006 model, but the short wheelbase 760i, was no longer available for the North American market.

Hydrogen 7

BMW plans to offer a car that runs on both petrol and hydrogen, to be called the Hydrogen 7. Drivers will be able to switch what fuel they are using with the push of a button. However, only 100 units have been built up to now for a limited edition. For example, the mayor of Munich, Christian Ude, received one of them.

High Security

BMW also built armoured version of the 7 series vehicles. The models have protection levels VR6/VR7. Security features include laminated windows, carbon fibre reinforced armour plating, under body armour, emergency front windscreen exit, lowered door windows, run flat tires.

F01/F02 (2009-)

The European specifications for the new 2009 BMW 7-Series (F01/F02) have been revealed. All models come with a ZF 6-speed transmission. Five variants are showcased at debut, the 750Li, the 740Li, the 750i, the 740i and the 730d.

Model	Engine Code	Engine Type	Displacement (cc)	Power (BHP)	Torque (NM)	0-100 km/h (s)	Years made
750i	N63	V8 36V	4395	407 @ 5500-6400	600 @ 1750-4500	5.2 (aut)	2008-
740i	N54	I6 24V	2979	326 @ 5800	450 @ 1500-4500	5.7 (aut)	2008-
730d		I6 24V	2993	245 @ 4000	540 @ 1750-3000	7.2 (aut)	2008-

Improved iDrive

The new F01/F02 is equipped with a more intuitive iDrive system with a full featured web browser. Video this will be safer, and more technologically advanced as well as rich in entertainment.

Innovative Night Vision

The new 7 series features a night vision system with integrated individual pedestrian notification. Video

Self-Parking System

BMW has developed a parking-assist technology that can automatically park the car while the driver stands outside and watch as the internal robotics park it using a combination of sensors. A prototype of the system has been completed and a demo video was recorded using a BMW 730i.