Press Kit - The BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series.

At a Glance.

• The BMW 7 Series has a clear claim to luxury segment leadership when it comes to driving dynamics, long-distance comfort, efficiency and driver assistance; exclusive options designed to optimise occupants’ personal sense of well-being inside the car.
• Long wheelbase; authentic reinterpretation of familiar BMW design language; characteristic balance of exclusivity and dynamic flair; impressive precision in the design of details; high-quality materials and exclusive workmanship.
• The M Sport package accentuates the sporting characteristics of the 7 Series in its own distinctive style; the design Pure Excellence and BMW Individual Design Composition packages do likewise for the car’s luxurious side.
• Outstanding commitment to the application of BMW EfficientDynamics technology; unique overall package of BMW EfficientLightweight features, the latest generation of engines, an anticipatory operating strategy and segment-leading aerodynamics.
• BMW EfficientLightweight in the BMW 7 Series: vehicle weight reduced by up to 130 kilograms compared to predecessor models.
• Carbon Core: extensive use of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) in the passenger cell – as part of an intelligent material mix – based on the transfer of technology from BMW i.
• New six-cylinder in-line petrol and diesel engines from the BMW Group’s latest generation of power units; further increase in efficiency thanks to the latest BMW TwinPower Turbo technology; extensively updated V8 engine
• Engine power channelled through an eight-speed Steptronic gearbox with optimised internal efficiency, an increased ratio spread and a gear-change strategy assisted by navigation data.
• New-design standard-fitted Driving Experience Control switch now including ADAPTIVE mode, which adapts the car’s set-up as required to the driving style and the character of the road.
• Unique balance between sporting capability and ride comfort in the luxury sedan segment; both facets of driving pleasure significantly enhanced by the application of sophisticated chassis technology and the interplay of all chassis systems.
• 2-axle automatic self-levelling air suspension and Dynamic Damper Control as standard.
• Additional chassis control system Executive Drive Pro making its debut in the new BMW 7 Series: body roll under dynamic cornering is reduced by electromechanical anti-roll bars; irregularities detected in the road surface are taken into account in damper adjustment.
• Full-LED headlights fitted as standard; anti-dazzle BMW Laserlight with BMW Selective Beam and range doubled from 300 to 600 metres now also available as an option for a BMW model for the first time following its world premiere in the BMW i8.
• Redefinition of the luxurious onboard experience for driver and passengers in the new BMW 7 Series; generous levels of space; exclusive, modern aura; exquisite materials; precision workmanship; newly designed centre console extending into the rear as an option.
• Electrically adjustable comfort seats and the Executive Lounge provide unbeatable long-distance comfort; active seat ventilation and massage function for driver and front passenger with Vitality Programme included for rear seat passengers.
• Heat Comfort package with heated seats and steering wheel, plus heated armrests in the doors, centre console and rear centre armrest.
• Exclusive high-end music enjoyment with Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system.
• Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with globally unique light display that can be switched between six colours.
• Ambient light including Welcome Light Carpet for the area in front of the car doors; Ambient highlight can also be ordered for the rear compartment of the new BMW 7 Series with long wheelbase; Ambient Air package (interior scent system) also available.
• Telephony with wireless charging enables inductive charging of mobile phones in the car.
• iDrive operating system gains a touch display for intuitive operation of numerous functions; display and control unit of the optional Automatic air conditioning with 4-zone control system likewise with touch-sensitive capability.
• World premiere for BMW gesture control: 3D sensor allows intuitive and easy interaction with the infotainment system using predefined hand movements.
• Innovative BMW Touch Command multifunction control unit: removable 7-inch tablet computer integrated into the centre armrest or rear console to control comfort, infotainment and communications functions.
• Remote Control Parking using the BMW Display Key.
• New BMW Head-Up Display with 75 per cent larger projection surface on the windscreen.
• Driving Assistant now a complete comfort- and safety-enhancing package thanks to the additional functions Rear collision prevention, Lane Change Warning, Speed Limit Info and Rear crossing traffic warning functions.
• Driving Assistant Plus now includes comfort-optimising additions: Steering and lane control assistant, Lane keeping assistant with active side collision protection, Traffic jam assistant for semi-automated driving, and Front and rear crossing traffic warning.
• New-generation Surround View system with parallel Top View display function and 3D View in the Control Display, individually selectable perspectives and Panorama Side View to check the traffic situation to the sides of the car (front and rear).
• BMW 750Li: V8 petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology (two TwinScroll turbochargers, direct injection, VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS).

Capacity: 4,395cc, output: 330 kW/450 hp at 5,500–6,000 rpm,

max. torque: 650 Nm / 479 lb-ft at 1,800–4,500 rpm.

Acceleration [0–100 km/h / 62 mph]: 4.7seconds,

top speed: 250 km/h /155 mph.

Average fuel consumption*: Combined km/l: 12.05

CO2 emissions*: 192.00 g/km

• BMW 740Li: Six-cylinder in-line petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology (TwinScroll turbocharger, direct injection, VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS).

Capacity: 2,998cc, output: 240 kW/326 hp at 5,500–6,500 rpm,

max. torque: 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft at 1,380–5,000 rpm.

Acceleration [0–100 km/h / 62 mph]: 5.6 seconds,

Top speed: 250 km/h / 155 mph.

Average fuel consumption*: Combined km/l: 12.05

CO2 emissions*: 190.94 g/km.

• BMW 730Ld: Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology (turbocharging with variable inlet geometry, common-rail direct injection).

Capacity: 2,993cc, output: 195 kW/265 hp at 4,000 rpm, max. torque: 620 Nm / 457 lb-ft at 2,000–2,500 rpm.

Acceleration [0–100 km/h / 62 mph]: 6.2 seconds,

Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph).

Average fuel consumption-Combined km/l: 16.77

CO2 emissions*: 157.40 g/km