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Summary
The 7 Series is so smooth that full days behind the wheel are not taxing, and it's very comfortable in heavy commuter traffic. It's easy to drive this car well and few luxury sedans can keep up with it at high speeds. And the interior is sumptuous.The 7 Series models are soaked with cutting-edge automotive technology, and with it all there's a steep learning curve. Dynamically, this may be the best car in the class. And that's no small feat, given that the competition includes some of the best cars in the world. New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough is based in Los Angeles.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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BMW 745i ($69,900); 745Li ($73,900); 760i ($109,900) $760Li ($117,300) |
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Engines:
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4.4-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual frontal airbags, dual front knee airbags, dual front side-impact airbags, Head Protection System full cabin curtain-style airbags, front safety belts with automatic height adjustment, tensioning and force limiters, automatic-locking retractors for all safety belts for child-restraint seats, anti-lock brake system, Dynamic Brake Control, electronic brake proportioning, traction control, Dynamic Stability Control |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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rear side-impact airbags, active head restraints |
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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BMW 745i ($69,900) |
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Standard Equipment:
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dual-zone automatic climate control with activated-charcoal microfilter ventilation; leather upholstery with microperforated seating surfaces; matte-finish Black Cherry genuine wood trim; iDrive system with GPS navigation, on-board computer, climate controls and audio controls, Front Comfort Seats with 20-way power adjustments, articulated upper backrests, passenger-seat memory, active head restraints with adjustable side support; BMW Assist emergency communications; power two-way moonroof with key-off and one-touch operation; keyless entry with selective unlocking; dual power heated auto-dimming folding outside mirrors with automatic right-side tilt-down for reverse; universal garage door opener; enhanced interior lighting system; locking glovebox with removable rechargeable flashlight; leather power tilt/telescope steering wheel with programmable fingertip cruise, audio and phone controls; climate-controlled front console compartment with coinholder, trunk-release lockout, illumination, and phone headset; AM/FM/CD audio with 10 speakers |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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rear door-mounted side-impact airbags ($385); Premium Sound Package with 13 speakers, DSP, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and 2 subwoofers ($1800); 19-inch alloy wheels ($1300) |
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Destination Charge:
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695 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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74080 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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325 @ 6100 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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330 @ 3600 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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117.7 |
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Length/width/height:
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198.0/74.9/58.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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62.1/62.3 |
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Turning circle:
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39.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.2/59.3/41.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.5/58.7/37.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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18.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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4376 |
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Tires:
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245/45WR19 / 275/40WR19 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS, Dynamic Brake Control, electronic brake proportioning |
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Fuel capacity:
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23.3 |
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