The All-New BMW 7 Series
WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ -- June 10,
2015: Today, BMW unveiled
the all-new BMW 7 Series, the brand’s flagship in its sixth
generation. The 2016 BMW 7 Series sets a new benchmark in lightweight
design, driving dynamics, comfort, intelligent connectivity and intuitive
operation. The extensive use of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) in
the structure of the passenger cell and the strategic application of
lightweight design reduce weight and increase both the overall torsion
strength and bending stiffness of the passenger cell. The all-new BMW 7
Series will be introduced in the US as a 740i and a 750i xDrive model
featuring BMWs newest and groundbreaking technologies such as Gesture
Control, Wireless Charging and the standalone option of the Display Key. An
Active Kidney Grille will also be available for the first time in the US.
The all-new BMW 7 Series once again sets the standard for luxury
performance, delivering the highest level of driving refinement in the
premium class. The 2016 BMW 7 Series will arrive in the US showrooms in the
fall of 2015. The MSRP for the BMW 740i will be $81,300 and the BMW 750i
xDrive will be $97,400 (prices do not include Destination and Handling).
BMW’s flagship vehicle reflects the company’s
dedication to pioneer with the development of groundbreaking technology
while upholding the 7 Series precedent of comfort and driving dynamics.
First introduced to the U.S. market in 1978, the new BMW 7 Series will be
in its sixth generation. Many features and technologies developed by BMW,
introduced in previous generations of the 7 Series, set the precedent for
the future. Pace-Setting Technologies such as Antilock Braking System (ABS)
first appeared in the 1978 model which also was the world’s first
production car to feature an electronic engine management computer (Digital
Motor Electronics - DME). Illustrating segment leadership, an on-board
computer (OBC) and Electronic Cruise Control set the standard for luxurious
long-distance travel. The second generation, incorporated groundbreaking
technologies such as Automatic Stability Control, adaptive transmission
control, anti-tapping windows with express up and down on all four door
windows and moonroof in addition to the world’s first use of
integrated body electronics with advanced diagnostic capabilities and Xenon
Headlights (750iL). Technologies such as Dynamic Stability Control, Head
Protection System and on-board Navigation System with moving map, CAN Bus
technology for body electronics (5 integrated control units) and the
revolutionary side-impact Interlocking Door Anchoring System defined the
third generation. For the first time in the US the V8 featured VALVETRONIC
variable valve lift technology. In its fourth generation, BMW introduced
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS) on a sedan, MOST Bus technology for body
electrical with 70+ control units on common busses and infinitely variable
intake manifold. For the first time, the world also benefitted from
adaptive brake lights and electromechanical parking brake and electronic
adaptive headlights. BMW continued with the introduction of pace-setting
technologies in its fifth generation 7 Series which hit the U.S. market in
2009. Night Vision 2 with Pedestrian Detection, Integral Active Steering,
Adaptive Headlights with Dynamic Headlamp Control system with sensors
measuring speed, steering angle and yaw as well as “reverse
flow” cylinder heads to facilitate better packaging and minimize
turbo lag defined this generation. The BMW core principle of safe
transportation was assured with features such as Blind Spot Detection and
Lane Departure Warning system. Active Cruise Control with frontal Collision
Warning System, Dynamic Damping Control and Driving Dynamic Control assured
the 7 Series reputation of safe and efficient long-distance comfort.
The new 7 Series Innovative Design
The
7 Series is the BMW’s flagship when it comes to innovation in design
and technology. The design of the new BMW 7 Series aligns elegance of the
exterior and interior with luxurious workmanship creating harmonious
proportions for a distinct look and feel. The cabin is framed by
predominately horizontal surfaces and lines, presenting color and material
compositions that create a relaxed ambiance.
The
all-new BMW 7 Series will be offered in the US exclusively as a long
wheelbase version, more than one inch longer than its predecessor. At 206.6
inches in length, 85.4 inches in width and 58.2 inches in height, the new 7
Series is the roomiest Sedan the brand has ever built and features class
leading rear seat legroom. A smoothly downward-sloping roofline, displaying
familiar BMW proportions, headlined by a long hood, short overhangs, long
wheelbase and set-back passenger compartment highlight a sporting elegance
and powerful sense of dynamics.
With the clear structure
and upright stance of its front-end, the all-new BMW 7 Series has a
powerful presence. It is the brand’s first car to feature an Active
Kidney Grille including visible air flap control. The air flap is only open
when there is an increased cooling air requirement, otherwise remaining
closed. This improves aerodynamics as well as giving the front end an even
more eye-catching appearance due to the visibly increased number of bars in
the large BMW kidney grille. The headlight units extend up as far as the
grille, while the light graphic of the familiar BMW twin circular
headlights is leveled off at its upper and lower edges, giving the car a
purposeful and focused look. The hood is honed perfectly to fit in with the
form of the kidney grille’s upper section. The lower air intake
stretched wide across the front end, the chrome bars in the outer edges of
the intake and the horizontal contours of the LED fog lamps and the full
LED lights underline the car’s broad stance.
The
prevalence of outward-curving surfaces when the new BMW 7 Series is viewed
from the side give the car a powerful, eye-catching appearance. The door
handles are incorporated into the character line, which now takes the form
of a double swage line. For the first time, the wrap-around side window
frame uses a single-piece element, elegantly incorporating the Hofmeister
kink. The Air Breather surround in the front side fender spawns a chrome
trim strip which runs along the lower edge of the doors. Its horizontal
form accentuates the car’s finely balanced appearance and low center
of gravity. The exterior mirrors appear to grow organically out of the
window frame. A slender stalk provides the sole connection between mirrors
and car body. Generating a modern and elegant effect, this design also
enhances the aerodynamics of the new BMW 7 Series.
The
direction of the double swage line extends into the upper contour of the
body and the light strips of the rear lights. This creates a harmonious
connection between the side sections and the rear end. Tail lights feature
LED technology and the two L-shaped light units are connected by a chrome
bar extending the full width of the trunk lid. The rear apron features
exhaust tailpipes framed by chrome surrounds adding luxurious detail to the
body of the new BMW 7 Series.
Two non-metallic and nine
metallic color shades are available for the exterior paintwork of the new
BMW 7 Series. Carbon Black Metallic and Singapore Gray Metallic can be
ordered exclusively in conjunction with the M Sport package. Depending on
the model variant, the all-new BMW 7 Series comes as standard with 18 inch
or 19 inch wheels, while the options list and Original BMW Accessories
range offer a selection of other light-alloy wheels in 18 inch to 21 inch
sizes.
The balance of dynamics and comfort are reflected
in the design of the interior. Unbeatable driving pleasure and an
unimpeachable sense of well-being in the rear seats have been created amid
a modern and at the same time luxurious ambience. From the slim paddle
shifters on the steering wheel and Driving Dynamics Control buttons to the
instrument cluster and Control Display graphics, all the control and
display elements share a new design that highlights their innovative
functionality. Features include chrome buttons on the multifunctional
steering wheel and center console, the start/stop button, the electric
parking brake and the touch screen surface for the control panel of the
standard 4-zone Automatic Climate Control.
The controls
on the center console are framed by fine wood or aluminum surfaces. Both
the trim strips and the instrument panel’s chrome are made
individually for each car; their dimensions are therefore matched to the
nearest millimeter. The standard and optional equipment designed to create
a sense of luxury is defined by precision craftsmanship. The generous
levels of space are highlighted by a horizontal surface structure which
extends through the door trim. Customers can choose from five color
variants for the Dakota leather on 740i variants or five Exclusive Nappa
leather upholsteries available on both models.
Individual design
Design and equipment packages
available from the launch of the all-new BMW 7 Series underline the
car’s extra sportiness and luxurious comfort. The exclusive
appearance of the new BMW 7 Series is further enhanced by the Interior
Design Package, an Alcantara headliner, deep-pile rear floor mats and fine
wood inlays for the seat belt outlet covers, rear center armrest and roof
grab handles in the rear.
The M Sport package enables
customers to experience the dynamic driving properties of the new BMW 7
Series in greater depth. This package includes an M Aerodynamic kit
comprising model-specific front/rear aprons and side skirts, plus 19 inch
or 20 inch M light-alloy wheels, illuminated door sill plates bearing the M
logo and accents in either light or dark chrome. M-specific details also
underline the sporting character of the new BMW 7 Series in the interior.
These include the BMW Individual headliner in Anthracite and the M
driver’s footrest.
BMW EfficientDynamics
The advances achieved with the latest generation of the BMW
7 Series succeed in resolving a number of traditionally conflicting
paradigms: the car comes with an array of new innovations but weighs less,
performance is more dynamic but fuel efficiency has been improved, and
while it is more luxurious than ever, emissions are lower. Expanding
knowledge, BMW i laid the foundation with groundbreaking BMW
EfficientDynamics technology for the most diverse range of measures ever to
have been implemented in a production BMW.
The complete
package for enhancing driving pleasure and efficiency in the new BMW 7
Series comprises intelligent lightweight design with
carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) as part of the BMW
EfficientLightweight concept, a new TwinPower turbo inline 6-cylinder in
the 740i engine from the BMW Group’s new generation of modular
engines, in combination with innovative new solutions for honing energy
management and aerodynamic properties. The use of BMW eDrive technology in
the BMW 740e xDrive plug-in hybrid model constitutes yet another
highlight.
The new BMW 7 Series obtains an exemplary
life-cycle thanks to resource-efficient material selection, new
energy-efficient production processes and recycling. In order to achieve
this, tangible sustainability targets spanning the vehicle’s entire
life cycle were defined in the early strategic phase of development and
actively implemented throughout the development process.
BMW EfficientLightweight: reducing weight by up to 190 pounds with
Carbon Core
The BMW EfficientLightweight concept allows the
new BMW 7 Series line-up a 190 pounds weight reduction in comparison to its
predecessor. Groundbreaking Carbon Core passenger cell technology is the
key element on the body structure. Thanks to its composite construction
featuring CFRP, ultra-high-tensile steels and aluminum, the intelligent
body design succeeds in increasing the strength and rigidity of the
passenger cell while also bringing about a substantial reduction in vehicle
weight. By using a hybrid construction of CFRP with ultra-high-tensile
steels for structural elements, such as those found in the B-pillars, the
design of the sheet-metal components can be adapted to save weight.
The Carbon Core body is based on technology transferred from
BMW i car development. The all-new BMW 7 Series is the first ever vehicle
in which mass produced CFRP is used in combination with steel and aluminum.
The BMW Group’s expertise in producing carbon fiber in the
manufacturing of high-volume vehicles is unrivalled in the automotive
sector. The new BMW flagship model pioneers the creation of new possible
applications for this high-tech material.
The
lightweight design concept also entails the use of aluminum for specific
sections of the body and chassis. For the first time doors and the trunk
lid are made of aluminum. Taking suspension comfort and dynamic handling to
new levels, the rigorous implementation of lightweight design measured at
the suspension, brakes and wheels, reduced the unsprung masses by as much
as 15 percent. Lightweight bonding technologies have been employed with
near-source thermal and acoustic shielding for the engine, which enables
the overall volume and weight of the insulating material to be reduced. The
innovative insulation concept has the additional effect of further
improving acoustic comfort.
As a result, the
vehicle’s center of gravity has been lowered. Following BMW tradition
the weight distribution remains 50 : 50 between the two axles allowing for
perfect balance of the chassis. BMW EfficientLightweight technology helps
to consolidate its lead with dynamic handling and comfort.
Redeveloped V8 engine and intelligent all-wheel
drive
The engine line-up available at the launch of the new
BMW 7 Series range is spearheaded by the BMW 750i xDrive and its powerful
V8 engine. This engine features a 4.4 liter displacement and BMW TwinPower
Turbo technology with the turbochargers located within the V-shaped space
between the banks of cylinders. This redesigned V8 engine now comes
equipped with TwinScroll turbochargers featuring flow-separated,
bank-specific exhaust manifolds made from thin-wall castings. Engine
efficiency was increased with a change in the compression ratio from 10.0:1
to 10.5:1 and the latest generation of VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS
technology. The optimized engine cooling concept with separate flows
through the cylinder heads and cylinder liners includes a map-controlled
coolant pump. Throughput can be restricted to 10 percent to warm up the
engine faster reducing energy consumption. For the first time in a
production car the intake manifold has been partially integrated into the
cylinder head allowing air-flow resistance to be decreased, maximizing
air-flow volume while reducing the exterior packaging dimensions. Overall,
the efficiency factor of the 445 hp engine has been greatly improved.
The new V8 engine is teamed up with the latest version of the
intelligent all-wheel-drive system in the all-new BMW 750i xDrive. The
fully variable, electronically controlled power split between front and
rear wheels enhances traction and stability as well as the handling
dynamics in corners. As part of the xDrive system’s ongoing
development, the transfer case has been made more efficient, thanks in part
to an optimized oil supply.
The inline
6-cylinder engine in the BMW 740i
The inline 6-cylinder
engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology fitted in the new BMW 740i comes
from the BMW Group’s latest generation of engines. The 3.0-liter
gasoline unit of the BMW 740i produces an output of 320 hp. The new
engine’s crankcase, cylinder head and oil sump are all made from
aluminum. The TwinScroll turbocharger features an indirect system of charge
air cooling that is incorporated into the intake manifold and works in
unison with High Precision Direct Injection, the very latest version of
VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing. Not only has the
efficiency of the new inline 6-cylinder engine been increased, its response
is even more spontaneous.
The BMW 740e xDrive
plug-in hybrid model
The 740e xDrive joins the BMW plug-in
hybrid (PHEV) model lineup which will be available in 2016.The
forward-looking character of the new BMW 7 Series is further underlined by
the inclusion of the BMW 740e xDrive. In the case of the plug-in hybrid
model, it’s not just the Carbon Core for the passenger cell that is
rooted in the know-how gleaned from the development of BMW i cars, but also
the BMW eDrive powertrain technology. The intelligently controlled
interaction between a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology and an electric drive unit integrated into the eight-speed
Steptronic transmission, endows the BMW 740e xDrive with dynamic
acceleration on the one hand and noticeably higher fuel efficiency with
lower emissions figures in everyday driving. The energy for the electric
motor is drawn from a lithium-ion high-voltage battery housed underneath
the rear seat where it is particularly well protected in the event of a
crash. It can be recharged by connecting to any standard domestic power
socket, a BMW i Wallbox or a public charging station. The eDrive button on
the center console enables the driver to adjust the hybrid drive’s
operating mode. In the AUTO eDrive basic setting, the engine’s power
is boosted to notable effect by the electric drive when accelerating. With
the MAX eDrive mode engaged, the BMW 740e xDrive is able to run purely on
electric power, meaning zero local emissions at speeds of up to (75 mph)
for a maximum range of 23 miles. The driver is also able to select the
Battery Control mode, which raises or maintains the high-voltage
battery’s state of charge so that electrical power can be
deliberately conserved. Whenever route guidance is active in the navigation
system, the predictive power management function calculates a trip-specific
strategy for electric driving through to the entered destination.
Eight-speed Steptronic Sport Automatic transmission
linked-up with navigation system
The standard-equipment
eight-speed Sport Automatic Steptronic transmission serves to boost
efficiency with its wider ratio spread, reduced weight and optimized
efficiency. A new transmission control system makes for more comfortable
shifting and allows the transmission to be linked up with the standard
Navigation system. The navigation-data-based shift strategy means that the
gear selection can be adapted to the driving situation and the route
profile even if route guidance has not been set. The shift characteristics
are adjusted in accordance with the selected driving mode, so that the
emphasis can be placed on both driving comfort and sportiness. The
transmission also includes paddle shifters on the steering wheel and a
Launch Control function that allows acceleration runs from standstill with
maximum power and optimum traction.
Features such as
Brake Energy Regeneration and the Auto Start Stop function ensure highly
efficient energy management. Activating the ECO PRO mode with the Driving
Dynamics Control switch allows use of the coasting function which decouples
the powertrain in coasting phases while travelling at speeds between (31
– 100 mph). This mode’s range of functions which are now
individually programmable for the first time additionally include
efficiency oriented operation of comfort functions, efficiency tips, as
well as the Route-ahead Assistant, which gives recommendations for an
efficient driving style based on the navigation data.
The all new Air Breather and Active Kidney Grille
The new Active Kidney Grille optimizes engine cooling and aerodynamics.
Whenever additional cooling air is required, the Active Kidney Grille bars
and flaps in the lower air intake automatically swing open. This feature
tailors the amount of air for cooling the engine and brakes in a total of
five stages as demands dictate. This system activates depending on several
temperature thresholds as well as the speed of the vehicle. For instance
during the warming-up phase and when operating at low loads, the BMW Active
Kidney Grille is closed completely to maximize the aerodynamic efficiency
of the vehicle.
Another distinctive efficiency-enhancing
feature are the Air Curtains and Air Breather in the front apron and side
fenders. The Air Curtain accelerates the energy-rich air flow before the
front apron and guides it past the side of the wheel arch while the Air
Breather guides the air flow into the front wheel arch via a vertical air
inlet through the side fender. Together they provide more efficient
aerodynamics allowing air to be carefully directed out of the wheel arches
reducing the turbulence around the wheels. The reduction in air drag of
over 15 percent compared to the predecessor models has also been achieved
thanks to the cladding covering almost the entire underbody as well as the
new contouring of the exterior mirrors.
Chassis
technology and driving experience
Highly sophisticated,
precision-honed chassis technology combined with 50 : 50 weight
distribution and chassis control systems give the new BMW 7 Series both
sharper driving dynamics and ride comfort.
The latest
array of innovations offers drivers more freedom of choice for configuring
the ideal vehicle set-up, which means they can now opt for even sportier
handling or yet greater ride comfort. The selection is made using the
standard Driving Dynamics Control switch. At a touch of a switch adaptive
control of the vehicle set-up, mirroring current driving style and the
changing route profile can be selected.
Air
suspension and Dynamic Damper Control as standard
The all
new BMW 7 Series features double-wishbone front suspension, five-link rear
suspension and Electric Power Steering combine responsiveness and
performance. The standard inclusion of a front and rear self-leveling air
suspension endows the luxury sedan models with ride comfort. The suspension
is supplied with air by an electrically powered compressor with pressure
reservoir. Even when the engine is switched off, the height of the vehicle
body is adjusted to keep it at a constant level and air supply is
controlled individually for each wheel, compensating for an unevenly
distributed load.
The level control can be operated
manually, allowing the vehicle’s ride height to be raised by 20
millimeters when driving along a rough stretch of road or approaching a
particularly steep driveway. At speeds above approximately 22 mph, the
level control automatically reverts to its standard setting. When SPORT
mode is activated with the Driving Dynamics Control switch, on the other
hand, the ride height automatically drops by 10 millimeters when travelling
at high speed.
The advantages of the air suspension in
the front and rear are enhanced thanks to the standard Dynamic Damper
Control system. The electronically controlled dampers improve ride and
suspension comfort adding to the sedan’s dynamic handling qualities.
A variety of modes can be engaged using the Driving Dynamics Control
switch, which serve to foster all driving experience such as driving
comfort (COMFORT, COMFORT+ modes) or sporty, agile handling (SPORT
mode).
Premiere for Active Comfort Drive with
Road Preview
The levels of comfort, dynamism and
effortlessly superior performance can be elevated further with an equipment
option that is making its debut in the all-new BMW 7 Series: Active Comfort
Drive with Road Preview. This active chassis control system which is
available for all models with the exception of the BMW 740e xDrive, works
in unison with the front and rear air suspension and the Dynamic Damper
Control to achieve a remarkable standard of suspension, damping and
driving comfort. It comprises the newly refined version of the Dynamic
Drive system for reducing rolling movement at the front and rear
suspensions. For the first time, active roll stabilization is now carried
out electromechanically, minimizing body-roll tendencies when needed,
providing light-footed sporty handling while increasing driving safety and
ride comfort. Driving straight, the adjustable anti-roll bars are set to
allow the suspension system the greatest possible freedom of movement for
increased comfort. The comfort-enhancing effect is heightened by the
standard air suspension. The new system is also more energy efficient
compared to the previous hydraulic control.
Beyond all
this, Active Comfort Drive also incorporates an anticipatory chassis
control function with Road Preview. The advance information for regulating
the combination of chassis systems utilizes the driving style analysis
readings derived from the data from the navigation system to help respond
to the road.
Redesigned Integral Active
Steering
The Integral Active Steering system is available as
optional equipment for the new BMW 7 Series. The planetary gear set
previously used at the front has given way to a variable steering rack
ratio which means that the Integral Active Steering can now also be offered
in conjunction with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. By turning the
rear wheels in either the opposing or the same direction when steering,
depending on the specific driving situation, this system is capable of
increasing both maneuverability in urban traffic and agility during
high-paced driving, while also ensuring an especially smooth and composed
response when changing lane and cornering.
Driving Dynamics Control switch with ADAPTIVE mode for the first
time
For the first time, an ADAPTIVE mode can also be
selected in the new BMW 7 Series via the standard Driving Dynamics Control
switch. With this setting activated, the vehicle set-up is matched to the
current driving style and changing route profile. The system logic reacts
to movement of the accelerator and steering wheel factoring in whether the
gear selector switch is in the D or S position. Depending on the driving
situation, the powertrain and chassis systems are configured for either
sporty or comfortable performance. Navigation map data is also taken into
account in order to select the ideal vehicle set-up, for instance when
switching from urban driving to the highway on winding roads or when
approaching an intersection.
The Driving Dynamics
Control switch located on the center console now sports a new design. The
COMFORT, SPORT, ECO PRO and ADAPTIVE modes can all be activated directly at
the push of a button, while the COMFORT button also has the COMFORT+ mode
stored. Drivers have the option of programming an individual configuration
for the SPORT and ECO PRO modes via the iDrive operating system. This makes
it possible to combine dynamic gear shift characteristics and direct
steering response with comfort-oriented damper tuning, for example, when
SPORT mode is engaged. In ECO PRO mode, it is now also possible to
individually program the damper control and steering characteristics while
the extent of the efficiency-enhancing settings can also be modified.
Operation, interior and travel comfort
The arrival of the latest generation of the BMW flagship takes interior
design, functionality and passenger well-being to yet greater heights. The
new BMW 7 Series once again is a trail blazer for technology, this time
with intuitive operation. The iDrive system has been re-designed to enhance
comfort and infotainment functions for driver and passengers. The luxurious
ambience is achieved by the utilization of fine materials, craftsmanship
and attention to detail that can be sensed from all seats. Travel comfort
is taken into a new dimension by the Rear Executive Lounge Seating Package,
which redefines the meaning of long-distance comfort in a luxury car.
iDrive 5.0 with touch display and Gesture
Control
The iDrive operating system is now available with
touch screen technology offered in conjunction with the standard Navigation
system. Operating the iDrive has become easier via the touch screen
technology. Voice command and actual button selection is also available.
The iDrive system also works in conjunction with standard
Gesture Control, which is being premiered in the new BMW 7 Series.
Pre-selected hand movements in the vicinity of the center console allow 3D
sensors to register and fulfill requested actions. Gestures to adjust the
audio volume control, accept or reject incoming phone calls can be easily
executed. There is also a configurable gesture whose associated function
can be customized from a selection of possible functions, such as
navigation to the home address or deactivation of the screen. Gesture
Control can be used as an alternative to conventional means of operation
without the need for separate activation. The availability of this control
method is indicated in applicable situations by a corresponding icon in the
Control Display.
Dynamic Digital Instrument
Cluster, touch control, Wireless Charging
The
standard-Dynamic Digital Instrument Cluster has a 12.3-inch display area,
which alters the graphics and color scheme used for the cockpit gauges
matching the mode selected with the Driving Dynamics Control switch. In
COMFORT mode, the instrument cluster display features a classic four-dial
arrangement, with a magnifier function to highlight the current speed. When
ECO PRO mode is activated, the rev counter turns into the EfficientDynamics
gauge, which indicates how to maximize efficiency and how the journey is
progressing. And with SPORT mode engaged, the entire speedometer is pared
down to display just the essential information. The speed and selected gear
appear as large digital readouts.
The all-new 7 Series
features standard four-zone automatic climate control and a separate
control console in the rear. The control panels now feature a
touch-sensitive surface. The intensity of the ventilation, the seat climate
control functions as well as the fragrance system can all be controlled by
touching on-screen buttons. New comfort focused features also included
heated front and rear armrests, which heat the armrests in both the doors
and the front and rear center consoles, a hands-free phone system complete
with Bluetooth audio streaming and USB port is included as standard on the
new BMW 7 Series. A universal holder compatible with a range of cell phones
with Wireless Charging comes standard. The Wireless Charging feature
includes a holder in the center console with LED charge status display
along with a second microphone to optimize the hands-free functionality for
the front passenger.
Luxury Seating Comfort and
Rear Executive Lounge Seating
The Luxury Rear Seating
Package including Rear Ventilated and Comfort Seats, Heated Front and Rear
Armrests and a 7 inch Touch Command Tablet provides unrivalled seating
comfort. The massage function for the comfort seats offers a choice of
eight programs, each with three different levels of intensity, which are
designed to relax and stimulate the muscles in targeted regions of the
body. In the rear, passengers can indulge in the Vitality Program.
Specifically designed for new BMW 7 Series, the passengers can engage in
active training to revitalize the body on longer journeys. The training
program instructions are displayed on the Rear-seat entertainment system
screens.
The optional Rear Executive Lounge Seating
Package provides additional travel comfort in the rear seat behind the
front passenger seat. The backrest can be reclined to an angle of up to
42.5 degrees, allowing the seat to be moved into a relaxing position. To
offer the passenger in the rear even greater legroom, the front passenger
seat can be slid forward by an extra 90 millimeters /3.5 inches and its
backrest tilted all the way forward. For a completely unobstructed view to
the front, the head restraint can be folded down. An electrically operated
fold-out footrest can be found on the back of the front passenger seat. The
Rear-seat entertainment system screen can also be electrically adjusted to
the ideal viewing angle for the rear passenger. The Executive Lounge rear
center console also features a fold-out table, two cupholders and a storage
compartment, as well as the new BMW 7 inch Touch Command Tablet.
Touch Command Tablet: perfectly connected with the
vehicle
The removable BMW Touch Command Tablet features a 7
inch screen and lets the occupants control comfort functions such as seat
adjustment, interior lighting and air conditioning, as well as the
infotainment, navigation and communication system. The Touch Command Tablet
can play external audio and video files, surfing the internet or be used as
a games console. A WiFi hotspot built into the vehicle provides the
necessary online connectivity. Selection made on the tablet will then play
on one of the 10-inch screens of the Rear-seat entertainment system.
Ambiance light, Ambiance highlight, Panoramic Sky
Lounge LED Roof
The exclusive atmosphere inside the all-new
BMW 7 Series can be further accentuated by a precision-crafted lighting
design. The standard Ambiance lighting provides harmonious indirect
illumination in the near of the instrument panel, the door beltlines, the
map pockets on the front seat backs, and in the foot wells. Courtesy lights
and illuminated bars on the door sills provide additional light. There is a
choice of six different color variants for the lighting effects, which can
be selected in the iDrive menu. The LED Light Carpet incorporated into the
side skirts produces eye-catching lighting graphics in the entrance/exit
area of the vehicle.
When specified with the optional
roller sunblind’s for the rear side windows and rear window, the new
BMW 7 Series is additionally equipped with the Ambiance Light Pillar.
Vertically arranged light sources in the B-pillar area illuminate the rear
compartment. The intensity of the lighting can be adjusted by means of
contact sensors, as well as from either the iDrive menu or through BMW
Touch Command.
The new BMW 7 Series comes standard with
a two-section Panoramic moonroof with an opening front section. An optional
Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof where the light emitted by LED modules along
the sides is spread evenly throughout the glass surface. At night, etchings
in the moonroof glass strikes an imprinted graphic creating the effect of a
starlit sky available in six different color schemes.
The optional Ambient Air package features options to ionize the air or
fragrance the vehicle interior with selected scents, both of which can be
controlled from the air conditioning control console or the iDrive menu.
There are three levels of intensity and 8 scents to choose from.
Perfect listening pleasure: Bowers & Wilkins
Diamond surround sound system
Designed for the new BMW 7
Series, the optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system is
the first of its kind: a sound system featuring studio-grade acoustic
technologies providing exceptional sound experience never before seen in a
production car. Diamond tweeter technology original created for studios has
now been incorporated to BMW’s flagship. A fully active 10-channel
amplifier with an output of 1,400 watts and 16 partially illuminated
speakers, featuring Kevlar® midrange speakers, Rohacell® central
bass subwoofer and 3 unique diamond tweeters with Nautilus technology built
in the most strict laboratory conditions, produce an exceptionally precise
and wonderfully rich sound in the cabin. In the process, dynamic sound
equalizing with three analogue crossovers ensures uniform acoustic
performance delivered to all seats. The system also enables the sound
settings to match the selected entertainment genre. The new BMW 7 Series
offers a selection of five acoustic options to allow customers a custom
sound experiences.
BMW ConnectedDrive in the new
BMW 7 Series
The BMW 7 Series has always been a trailblazer
in the field of intelligent connectivity. This top-of-the-line BMW model
range pioneered landmark innovations such as the onboard computer with
outside temperature display back in 1980, Park Distance Control in 1997 and
a built-in navigation system in 1994. The latest innovations, once again
takes comfort, safety and the infotainment experience to unbeatable levels
in the highly competitive premium luxury segment. The all-new BMW 7 Series
is offered with a wide range of all-new or optimized assistance systems
including semi-automated driving systems. Also, unmatched by any other
brand in the world is the number of functions that can be integrated in the
car using Apps, either via the built-in SIM card or a smartphone and
operated using the iDrive control system.
Courtesy of
the embedded BMW ConnectedDrive Services SIM card the Advanced Real Time
Traffic Information function are part of the standard Navigation System.
The SIM card also allows over-the-air automatic navigation map updates free
of charge for the first three years after the vehicle is first registered.
Intelligent connectivity in the new BMW 7 Series also supports interactive
traffic sign updating which is new in the auto industry. Images of roadside
traffic signs recorded by the optional Speed Limit Info camera, along with
their position data, are relayed anonymously to a BMW server, which then
makes any necessary changes to keep the map database up-to-date at all
times. BMW 7 Series drivers who activate this function are helping to keep
the navigation database accurate, reliable and up-to-date not only for
themselves but also for all BMW ConnectedDrive customers.
BMW Head-Up Display: optimized graphics, larger projection
area
The new-generation BMW Head-Up Display acts as a highly
effective aid to driver concentration as it presents a broad range of
information in graphical format on the windshield into the driver’s
field of view. This system, which is standard on 750i models, projects
information about road speed, speed limits, overtaking restrictions, Check
Control messages, status and warning messages from other assistance
systems, turn-by-turn directions and telephone and entertainment menus
directly into the driver’s field of vision, where they can be read
without looking away from the road. The new-generation Head-Up Display
comes with a 75 percent larger projection area, while the displayed
information and images offer further improved quality and detail with
graphics in full color.
New generation BMW
Parking Assistant
The new version of the optional Parking
Assistant makes light work of selecting and maneuvering not just into
parallel parking spaces but now also into perpendicular parking spots. It
controls the entire maneuver into the parking space, including all the
necessary steering, gear-shifting, acceleration and braking operations.
Active Park Distance Control also assists the driver during manual
reversing maneuvers. If needed, this feature autonomously brakes the
vehicle helping prevent collisions with obstacles to the rear of the
vehicle.
Active Driving Assistant and Active
Driving Assistant Plus
The optional Active Driving Assistant
safety package has now been extended to include Rear Crossing Traffic
warning. These functions use data supplied by sensors at either side of the
rear of the vehicle, Rear Crossing Traffic warning, assists drivers when
backing out of parking spots in situations where there is a poor
visibility. Audible and a visual alerts in the Central Information Display
warn the driver. With the rearview camera, the extended view of the traffic
situation behind the vehicle is shown in the Central Information Display.
The Active Driving Assistant package also includes the Frontal Collision
Warning and Pedestrian Warning with Light City braking function, Active
Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning and Speed Limit Info. The
Active Driving Assistant Plus package also includes, Active Cruise Control
with Stop & Go function and Front Crossing Traffic warning, Traffic Jam
assistant and Active Lane keeping assistant with Side Collision protection.
These functions use a stereo camera and front and side radar sensors to
detect lane markings, preceding vehicles or approaching side or rear
traffic. At speeds up to 130 mph they provide comfort-enhancing steering
assistance to help drivers stay in lane or follow the preceding vehicle.
The various systems can also help prevent collisions with approaching side
or rear traffic during a lane change. The Traffic Jam assistant also
ensures more relaxed, stress-free driving in stop-go traffic. This
semi-automated driving function provides comfort-enhancing steering
assistance whenever the driver has at least one hand on the steering
wheel.
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
has also been extended. When this system is active, drivers can simply
press a button to acknowledge speed restrictions detected by Speed Limit
Info. The speed setting is then adapted to comply with the detected speed
limit.
BMW Night Vision, 3D Surround
View
Night driving safety can be enhanced with the standard
Adaptive LED headlights for maximized high-beam usage and optional BMW
Night Vision. The Night Vision system which includes pedestrian and animal
protection relays a real-time image to the Central Information Display
highlighting people, larger animals and other heat-radiating objects. The
new generation of the Surround View system can now show not only a Top View
mode but also a 3D View mode, as well as a Panorama View showing side
traffic in front and behind the vehicle. The 3D View mode uses the Central
Information Display to show the vehicle and its environment from various
perspectives to aid safe maneuvering in confined, low-visibility
situations.
Body and safety: Strong,
comfortable, proactive
The innovative lightweight design
concept behind the new BMW 7 Series’ body structure with Carbon Core
makes significant advances not just in terms of weight optimization but
also in enhancing the strength and stiffness of the passenger compartment
structure. The integral safety concept comprises not only highly resilient
supporting architecture but also generous deformation zones and precisely
defined load paths that ensure forces generated in an impact are diverted
and absorbed ensuring occupant safety.
Reliable
protection in all conceivable impact situations is also guaranteed by
comprehensive safety equipment featuring front and side airbags,
head/curtain airbags for the front and rear seats, active head restraints,
three-point inertia-reel seat belts with belt force limiters and belt
tensioners in the front seats, as well as ISOFIX child seat mountings in
the rear. If a collision threatens, the standard Active Protection system
activates the belt tensioners and, if necessary, closes the side windows
and the moonroof. The seat backrests are also brought into an upright
position to ensure the restraint systems work optimally.
Variable and convenient use of the trunk
The new
BMW 7 Series also underlines its credentials as a vehicle for luxury
long-distance travel with its spacious, convenient and variable-use luggage
compartment. Under the standard electrically operated trunk lid a broad,
level load space opens up offering luggage capacity of 18.2 ft³ (SAE).
The standard through-loading system provides an aperture into the cabin
measuring 8 inches wide and 9.5 centimeters high.
Standard Comfort Access, which includes hands-free opening and closing of
the trunk lid, is available on all model variants. The feature is activated
by moving a foot under the rear apron, facilitating the loading and
unloading of bulky items. The Automatic Soft Close function for the doors
is also included as standard equipment.
BMW
Ultimate Benefits
The new BMW 7 Series sets new benchmarks
in its class for a luxurious and convenient ownership experience with
enhanced BMW Ultimate Benefits now expanding to vehicle services. A time
saving service, providing white glove treatment, priority status and
priceless BMW access to 7 Series customers that is unprecedented in this
segment. The Ultimate Benefits programs encompass Encore Delivery, Priority
Service appointments, Vehicle Pick up and drop off, a comparable Service
Loaner in the interim, Ultimate Vehicle Spa Treatment and 24/7 Concierge
Service.
Encore Delivery provides a one-on-one
experience with a BMW Genius dedicated to answering all questions about
features of the customer’s new vehicle. This second delivery is
scheduled at a time of convenience and at the customer’s preferred
location.
Priority Service Appointments allow for
prioritized service appointments, scheduled within 48 hours of the
owner’s initial request and at their convenience. The customer also
has the option to participate in an exclusive Vehicle Pick Up and Drop Off
service, at a customer’s preferred location. The new 7 Series
customer also benefits from a complimentary vehicle spa treatment, at their
convenience. A 24/7 Concierge will be available to assist with mobility
services and other ownership related inquiries. A guaranteed and comparable
Service Loaner vehicle will be provided when needed to assure convenience
at all times.
BMW Individual Design Composition
for the new BMW 7 Series
The technology, design and
equipment of the sixth generation 7 Series illustrate examples of the
leadership role played by the flagship model in the global automotive
marketplace. The BMW Individual program created for the latest edition of
the luxury sedan provides the opportunity to combine technological
highlights with the vehicle design that is precision-tailored to his or her
personal style. Interior and exterior features meet the highest quality
standards attainable in car manufacturing in terms of design, material
selection and quality of workmanship. Exterior colors, exclusive
light-alloy wheels, wood and leather variants can be customized to
customer’s preference. Additional customer requests can be made
through BMW Individual.
The market launch of the new BMW
7 Series will be accompanied by a BMW Individual Design Composition
featuring the 750i xDrive with a perfectly harmonious combination of colors
and materials. The new BMW Individual paint, Almandine Brown metallic, in
combination with the premium features of the exterior design accent
package; it emphasizes the characteristic surface, sculpting and bodywork
lines. Sporting elegance is achieved with the 20-inch forged BMW Individual
light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design that comes in Silver/Ferric Grey
bi-color look with performance tires.
For the first
time, BMW Individual fine-grain Merino full leather in Tartufo is being
offered. The leather upholstery is carefully selected from unblemished raw
materials which are processed using particularly gentle techniques that
assure the softest texture. As a result, the leather used for the seats,
door trim panels, lower instrument panel section, center console, armrests
and door pulls retains its natural open-pore structure. The soft,
fine-grain surfaces remain breathable and provide supreme comfort.
Hand-woven piping and woven-look quilting on the seat surfaces lend
expression to the precision workmanship and love of detail that defines the
production process. To match this, the floor covering and floor mats, seat
belts and BMW Individual Alcantara headliner also come in Tartufo. The
harmonious and stylish ambience is capped by door sills with illuminated
BMW Individual lettering, BMW Individual interior trim strips in Piano
Finish Black and a BMW Individual leather steering wheel with fine-wood
applications in the same finish.
Designworks,
BMW’s California based design studio and consultancy offers a BMW
Individual Consultation program where clients work directly with a
Designworks designer to commission their very own BMW. Lead designer, Sandy
McGill and the design team consult in-house or via the phone, to provide
the best possible experience for BMW customers.
During the
consultation sessions, clients are provided with image concepts as well as
color, leather and trim samples they can touch and feel. Designworks
represents the perfect platform for creating a customized BMW Individual
vehicle as it provides access to professional designers that work
hand-in-hand with clients throughout the commissioning processes.
Production: Consolidated expertise ensures quality and
sustainability
Since 1977, BMW 7 Series luxury sedans have
been rolling off the assembly lines at the BMW Group Plant in Dingolfing.
The sixth generation is also being built at Plant Dingolfing which, as the
center of competence for lightweight construction, plays an important role
in the production of the all-new BMW 7 Series. For example, the aluminum
bodies for Rolls-Royce models are produced in Dingolfing, as are drive and
chassis components for other BMW production plants and supplies both the
aluminum chassis and the high-voltage batteries – along with other
electric drive components – for the BMW i models which are assembled
at BMW Group Plant Leipzig.
Plant Dingolfing has
accumulated experience of innovative production methods for
weight-optimized vehicle components. As part of the BMW’s
EfficientLightweight program the new BMWs lightweight Carbon Core-based
body of the all-new BMW 7 Series benefits from the knowledge and process
available. During production a unique hybrid construction method is being
applied that combines carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) with aluminum
as well as ultra-high-strength steels for structural elements in the
passenger cell. The latest generation of the luxury sedans also benefit
from the direct application of highly advanced drive technology. The
high-voltage battery for the BMW 740e xDrive plug-in hybrid model will
likewise come from Dingolfing.
Unique Carbon
Core body structure
For the first time, CFRP combined with
steel and aluminum is being used in the body structure of the new BMW 7
Series with a completely new production processes applied in this unique
mixed-material construction. The CFRP roof frame is being built for the
first time as a core-free, closed structural element, bringing both the
extreme strength of the material as well as its weight advantage fully to
bear. The use of high-tech CFRP and the innovative production methods
enhance the torsional stiffness of the passenger cell and lowers the
vehicle’s center of gravity. The combination of ultra-high-tensile
and hot-stamped steels in conjunction with CFRP for safety-related parts of
the body benefits safety and driving dynamics. During the paint
process, the drying method and temperature management are adapted to the
specific requirements of the new material mix.
CFRP production using water power, extensive use of recycled
materials
At the core of the all-new 7 Series production
process is the principle of resource-saving processes and maximum possible
sustainability across the vehicles life-cycle. Energy requirements for the
manufacture of carbon fiber are 100 percent covered by renewable resources,
with hydropower providing the electricity for the carbon fiber plant in
Moses Lake, Washington. Innovative recycling processes are applied allowing
CFRP components to derive from spare processed material. Around 50 percent
of the aluminum used in cast components of the new BMW 7 Series comprises
secondary material. Modern methods of secondary aluminum are available,
with the recycled light alloy displaying the same attributes as the
original material. On the thermoplastics front, some 20 percent of the
material used is recycled. The inner lining of the trunk lid and parts of
the door trim are made from the natural fiber kenaf.
More than nine million premium vehicles built worldwide
BMW Group Plant Dingolfing began building cars for the
premium brand in 1973. Since then, more than nine million vehicles have
rolled off the production lines. The plant currently employs 17,500 staff
and 800 trainees. The production of the all-new BMW 7 Series, BMW 5
Series, BMW 6 Series, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, BMW 3 Series Gran
Turismo and the BMW M5, as well as all body styles of the BMW M6 allow for
approximately 1,600 units a day.
The all-new BMW
7 Series
| | | | 740i | 750i
xDrive |
| | | | | |
Body |
| | | |
Seats | -- | 5 | 5 |
Number of Doors | -- | 4 | 4 |
Vehicle length | inch | 206.6 | 206.6 |
Vehicle
width | inch |
74.9 | 74.9 |
Width
including mirrors | inch | 85.4 | 85.4 |
Vehicle height | inch | 58.2 | 58.2 |
Wheelbase |
inch | 126.4 | 126.4 |
Overhang
front | inch |
35 | 35 |
Rear
overhang | inch |
45.2 | 45.2 |
Ground
clearance | inch | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Turning circle | ft | 42 | 42.3 |
Legroom front | inch | 41.4 | 41.4 |
Legroom 2nd
row | inch | 44.4 | 44.4 |
Shoulder room
front | inch |
59.2 | 59.2 |
Shoulder room
rear | inch | 57.7 | 57.7 |
Headroom front
with Moonroof | inch | 39.9 | 39.9 |
Maximum headroom 2st row
with Moonroof | inch | 38.9 | 38.9 |
Trunk volume (SAE) |
ft³ | 18.2 | 18.2 |
US Tank
capacity [gallons] | gal | 20.6 | 20.6 |
Rear Weight distribution
(empty car) | % |
48.4 | 45.7 |
US Curb weight
[lbs] | lbs | 4225 | 4610 |
US Gross
vehicle weight | lbs | 5450 | 5870 |
US Payload | lbs | 960 | 960 |
US Axle load
limit of the front | lbs | 2585 | 2900 |
US Axle load limit of the
rear | lbs | 3030 | 3140 |
| | | | | |
Engine | | | | |
Config/No of
cyls/valves | -- | in line/6/4 | V90/8/4 |
Fuel management | -- | DME 8.6 | DME 8.8 |
Engine Technology | -- | BMW TwinPower Turbo | BMW TwinPower Turbo |
Turbo Type | | | Twinscroll | Twinscroll |
Stroke | mm | 94.6 | 88.3 |
Bore | mm | 82 | 89 |
Displacement | cm³ | 2998 | 4395 |
Compression
rate | :1 | 11 | 10.5 |
Engine power
[bHP] | bHP | 320 | 445 |
at rpm |
1/min | 5200-6500 | 5500-6000 |
Engine
torque | lb-ft |
330 | 480 |
at rpm |
1/min | 1380 | 1800-4500 |
Emission
classification (type-certified) | -- | ULEV | ULEV |
|
| 740i |
750i
xDrive |
| | | |
Transmission | | | |
Transmission
type | -- | 8HP50 | 8HP75 |
Gear
ratios | |
| |
1st | -- | 5 | 5 |
2nd | -- | 3.2 | 3.2 |
3rd | -- | 2.143 | 2.143 |
4th | -- | 1.72 | 1.72 |
5th | -- | 1.314 | 1.313 |
6th | -- | 1 | 1 |
7th | -- | 0.822 | 0.823 |
8th | -- | 0.64 | 0.64 |
Reverse gear | -- | 3.456 | 3.478 |
Final drive ratio | -- | 3.077 | 2.813 |
| | | | | |
Performance | | | |
Top speed |
mph | 130 | 130 |
Top speed opt
(mph) | mph | 155 | 155 |
0-60 mph |
s | 5.4 | 4.3 |
Suspension
type front | -- |
double wishbone
axle | double
wishbone axle |
Rear suspension | -- | five-link suspension | five-link suspension |
Steering type | -- | rack-and-pinion | rack-and-pinion |
Power-steering | -- | EPS | EPS |
Steering transmission,
overall | :1 |
16.9 | 16.9 |
Front
brake | -- | disc ventilated | disc ventilated |
Rear
brake | -- | disc ventilated | disc ventilated |
Front
tires | -- | 245/50 R18 | 245/45 R19 |
Front
rims | -- | 8J x 18 LM | 8,5J x 19 LM |
Rear
tires | -- | 245/50 R18 | 245/45 R19 |
Rear
rims | -- | 8J x 18 LM | 8,5J x 19 LM |
Track
front [inch] | inch | 63.5 | 63.4 |
Rear track [inch] | inch | 64.6 | 64.6 |
Cx | -- | 0.27 | 0.28 |
Generator amperage |
A | 180 | 250 |
Alternator
output | W | 2520 | 3500 |
Battery
Capacity (low voltage) | Ah | 105 | 105 |
System voltage (low
voltage) | V |
12 | 12 |
| | | |
| |
- Groundbreaking Carbon Core passenger cell
- World’s first Gesture Control
- Active Kidney Grille and
Air Breather
- Now offering the optional 7 inch Touch Command
Tablet
- The All- New Display Key as a standalone option
- Offering standard Wireless Charging and WiFi Hotspot
- The new
iDrive 5.0 with touch screen technology
- Panoramic Sky Lounge LED
roof, Ambiance Lighting, LED Light Carpet
- Largest HUD in the
industry
- Class leading performance and luxury