Overview

What's New for 2019

BMW makes the 7 Series in three trim levels: 740i, 750i and 750i xDrive. The 740i comes with LED front fog lights, power-folding and heated side mirrors, automatic high beam control, 18-inch alloy wheels, Adaptive LED headlights, a power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar adjustment, driver's memory system, heated front seats, leather upholstery, wood trim pieces, touch-sensitive controls, a Harman Kardon surround sound system with 16 speakers, HD radio, CD player, satellite radio, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, a 10.1-inch display screen, a 200 GB storage drive, voice commands, gesture control, dynamic cruise control, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, BMW TeleService, a rear-window defroster, real time traffic info, engine start/stop, automatic four-zone climate control, powered trunk lid, soft-close doors, keyless entry/ignition, automatic wipers, a panoramic sunroof, automatic-dimming mirrors, door handle lights, a power-adjustable steering wheel, LED light carpet, front and rear parking sensors, one-touch power windows, a universal garage door opener, a mobile WiFi hotspot, wireless charging pad, ambient interior lighting and Concierge Services with Critical Calling feature. The 750i adds 19-inch wheels, more power adjustment points of articulation for the front seats, Nappa leather upholstery, Fineline wood trim pieces, three-stage heated front seats, a full-color heads-up display, a power rear window shade, key memory settings and dual charging USB ports. The 750i xDrive is identical in its offering, only with all-wheel drive. A 7-Series comes with a factory invoice of about $79,000 for a 740i and an MSRP of about $82,000. The 750i adds about $13,000 to the vehicle’s MSRP, while the 750i xDrive tacks on about another $3,000. As a member you can visit your Certified Dealer, enjoy upfront pricing and leave having saved money on your vehicle.

Under the hood of the 740i sedan is a 3.0-literTwinPower turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine. It puts out 320 horsepower and 330 lb.-ft. of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard, with a manual shifting mode that requires the use of the paddle shifters. Rear-wheel drive is also included. The 750i uses the more powerful 4.4-liter TwinPower twin-turbocharged V-8, which thunders out 445 horsepower and 480 lb.-ft. of torque. It's mated to the same eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is also standard. The 750i xDrive has the same setup, but with all-wheel drive.

Buyers can get a wide variety of interior colors, trim materials and other personalizations for the 7 Series. The overall look and feel of the cabin is modern and incredibly cozy, thanks to quilted leather, rich wood inlays and real metal. Thanks to excellent build quality, the interior is incredibly quiet and feels solid, which is something to expect in this market segment. Drivers are presented with a fairly clean dash layout. The upper half has digital displays, feeding essential information. The dial and touchpad in the center console allow the driver to navigate the iDrive system, which is actually pretty easy to learn and use. On the lower half of the dash are essential physical controls, which are well-labeled and grouped logically so they're easy to locate. Space is in high supply for both rows of seating. All of the seats are well-contoured and highly padded, making the 7 Series interior a place to stay for hours. With the latest technologies, drivers and passengers stay entertained and happy, even in heavy traffic.