BMW 7 Series Specifications

The BMW 7 Series was launched on 7 January 2023 after six successful generations ruling the automotive industry. The newest iteration of the luxury sedan seamlessly combines advanced technology, infotainment, practical design elements, and performance in an eye-catching package. The BMW 7 Series radiates elegance and strength in a setting that has transformed the way people view cars. 

There are currently two variants available: the 7 Series 740i M Sport, the petrol variant, and the 7 Series 740d M Sport, the diesel variant. Both models are laden with ample comfort and convenient features. The following section illustrates the same for your ease of understanding.

• Exterior Styling: The BMW 7 Series's exterior design features pearlescent fleck highlights. It looks muscular yet elegant. 

• Grille: The BMW 7 Series's dominant front fascia is highlighted by the BMW 'Iconic Glow' Illuminated Kidney Grille.

• Glasses: The window and windshield glasses are climate and comfort laminated.

• Doors: The side doors have a Soft-Close function. 

• Dimensions: The BMW 7 Series has a length of 5391 mm, a width of 2192 mm, and a height of 1544 mm. Its wheelbase is 3019 mm.

• Headlamps: The 7 Series gets the BMW Swarovski Crystal Headlight with Iconic Glow, which extends in a distinct fattened curve towards the grille. Decorative lines along the side of the light tubes accentuate their quality. 

• Wheels: It gets an 18-inch M-Dynamic bi-colour with 848 double-spoke wheels. 

• ORVMs: The outside rearview mirrors are foldable and come with an automatic anti-dazzle function on the driver side, memory, mirror heating and integrated LED turn indicators

• Interior Features: The major interior features include 15-colour ambient lighting, 4-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging for both front and rear passengers, and a front armrest with a storage compartment.  

• Seats: The cabin feels like an executive lounge. The cockpit and rear seats get massage functions, individually adjustable features, and an electrically extendible footrest. The front and rear seats also have heating and ventilation functions. The outer rear seat also has a loudspeaker in the head restraint. 

• Sunroof: The 7 Series gets a panoramic glass roof sky lounge that allows light and air into the cabin space. 

• Seating: It can accommodate five people. 

• Connect Tech: The BMW ConnectedDrive is the connected car technology on board. It includes teleservices, intelligent E-call, remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with remote services, intelligent personal assistant, wireless smartphone integration, Bluetooth with audio streaming, and handsfree and USB connectivity. 

• Display: It has a 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen, a 14.9-inch infotainment system and a 12.3-inch BMW wide curved digital cockpit. The back doors come with optional 5.5-inch touchscreen displays for media and phone functions.

• OS: The BMW 7 Series gets the BMW Operating System 7.0, which facilitates gestures, speech, touch screen, and iDrive control. 

• Audio: It has a 36-speaker, 8-head restraint integrated speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

• Engine: The BMW 7 Series comes with a BMW 7 Series come with the BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder engine mated to a 48V electric motor for both variants. The petrol engine has a capacity of 2998cc and offers a maximum power of 375.48 bhp@5200-6250 rpm and a maximum torque of 520 Nm@1850-5000 rpm. The diesel engine has a capacity of 2993cc and offers a maximum power of 295.02 bhp@5200-6250 rpm and a maximum torque of 520 Nm@1850-5000 rpm.

• Transmission: The BMW 7 Series comes with the eight-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission. 

• Mileage: The petrol mileage is 12.61 km/l, and the diesel mileage is 16.55 km/l. 

• Performance: It can reach a top speed of 250 km/h. The petrol model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, and the diesel model can do the same in 6 seconds. 

• Safety Features: The BMW 7 Series comes with seven airbags, high-beam assist, forward collision warning, seat belt warning, overspeed warning, automatic emergency braking, child lock, speed-sensing door lock, anti-theft engine immobiliser, and a Highway Assistant feature. 

• Ground Clearance: The BMW 7 Series sedan has 135 mm of ground clearance, which is good enough for minor speed breakers and potholes. 

• Boot Space: The BMW 7 Series comes with an extensive boot space of 540 litres, which is suitable for carrying everyday necessities and even larger cargo. 

Specs & Features: BMW 7 Series vs Rivals

The BMW 7 Series redefines luxury automation. In India, it has some equally notable market rivals like the Audi A8L, the Mercedes-Benz S Class, and the Porsche Panamera. The following section compares the BMW 7 Series with its market competitors in terms of features. 

BMW 7 Series vs Audi A8L

• Dimensions: The BMW 7 Series is 71 mm longer, 62 mm wider, and 56 mm taller than the Audi A8L.

• Engine Specs: The Audi A8L has a single 2995cc 3.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, while the BMW 7 Series has both petrol and diesel options. The BMW 7 Series's 3-litre BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder petrol engine has a slightly higher capacity of 2998cc.

• Audio: The Audi A8L has a Bang & Olufsen 23-speaker sound system, while the BMW 7 Series gets a 36-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

• Displays: The Audi A8L has dual 10.1-inch infotainment displays and a 12.69-inch driver's display. The BMW 7 Series has an extensive 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen, a 14.9-inch infotainment system and a 12.3-inch BMW wide curved digital cockpit.

• Boot Space: The Audi A8L has a boot space of 565 litres, which is 15 litres more than that of the BMW 7 Series. 

• Body Type: Both cars are five-seater luxury sedans. 

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes-Benz S Class

• Dimensions: The BMW 7 Series is 102 mm longer, 83 mm wider, and 41 mm taller than the Mercedes-Benz S Class. 

• Engine: The Mercedes-Benz S Class and the BMW 7 Series both have petrol and diesel engine options. The S Class's petrol engine has a capacity of 2999cc, while that of the BMW 7 Series has a capacity of 2998cc. The Mercedes-Benz S Class's diesel engine has a capacity of 2925cc, while the BMW 7 Series has a 2993cc unit. 

• Audio: The Mercedes-Benz S Class has an advanced Burmester 3D surround sound system. The BMW 7 Series's Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System is equally high-end and has integrated head restraints. 

• Displays: The Mercedes-Benz S Class has two screens:  a 12.3-inch digital driver's display and a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The BMW 7 Series has three screens: a 12.3-inch BMW wide curved digital cockpit, a 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen, and a 14.9-inch infotainment system. 

• Boot Space: the Mercedes-Benz S Class has a boot space of 550 litres, which is 10 litres more than the BMW 7 Series. 

BMW 7 Series vs Porsche Panamera

• Dimensions: The BMW 7 Series is 342 mm longer, 255 mm wider, and 121 mm taller than the Porsche Panamera. 

• Engine: The Porsche Panamera has a single 2897cc petrol engine. The BMW 7 Series has both petrol and diesel options. The petrol engine has a higher capacity of 2998cc. 

• Audio: The Porsche Panamera has a 14-speaker Bose sound system, while the BMW 7 Series has a 36-speaker, 8-head restraint integrated speakers Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

• Displays: The Porsche Panamera has two screens: a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment and a 10.9-inch display for the co-driver. The BMW 7 Series has three screens: a 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen, a 12.3-inch BMW wide curved digital cockpit, and a 14.9-inch infotainment system. 

• Boot Space: The Porsche Panamera has a smaller cargo capacity of 494 litres when compared to the 540 litres cargo capacity of the BMW 7 Series. 

• Seating: The Porsche Panamera has a seating capacity of four, which is one less than the BMW 7 Series.