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Everything you need to know about the BMW 7 Series

In the realm of luxury performance sedans there are very few motor vehicles that can compare to the BMW 7 Series that won't cost you an arm and a leg. The 7 series combines luxury fitment with smooth performance and if you are in the market for a boulevard cruiser of this kind, this will be everything you need to know about the BMW 7 Series

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In this article:

Who is the BMW 7 Series a good car for?

What is the BMW 7 Series like to drive?

Tech features in the BMW 7 Series

BMW 7 Series price

Similar cars to the BMW 7 Series

 

Is the BMW 7 Series a good car? 

In the upper echelons of luxury performance sedans there are only a handful vehicles that can offer consumers in this segment the levels of opulence and performance they want. The BMW 7 Series is perfectly positioned to offer drivers and passengers a host of luxurious fitments, high end technology and outright performance.

Who is the BMW 7 Series a good car for?

The BMW 7 Series is a good car for individuals that enjoy driving and being driven in luxury surroundings at speed. Individuals that can appreciate the fine craftsmanship and technology that has gone into building the 7 Series. 

Is the BMW 7 Series a good first car?

The BMW 7 Series is incredibly well built with high end materials and high performance engines. The price tag of the 7 is prohibitively expensive and if one can afford one it could be a very good first car but sadly its size and cost may place it outside the wheel house of many.

Is the BMW 7 Series a good family car?

As mentioned above the price tag of the 7 will seriously limit the availability of the super saloon to families. However if you have the means the 7 Series make san excellent addition to the family with its roomy interior, technology and high levels of safety.

 

Is there a Hybrid BMW 7 Series?

There is currently no Hybrid 7 Series available but if you are looking at the second hand market, you could find one the BMW Active Hybrids that are available for sale.

 

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What’s it like to drive? 

Reviewer's opinion

Whether a passenger up front or at the rear, the new 7 Series is a classy place to be. A host of innovation litters the cabin, making any journey one of relative tranquility and comfort.

- Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader

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What does it look like?

Exterior

 

Interior

What is the BMW 7 Series like inside? 

The BMW 7 Series is the epitome of luxury. Built with fine materials such as supple leathers, real wood inlays, brushed aluminium, piano black and carbon fibre detailing, it is a fantastic place to either be a driver or a passenger.

Style

The best part of the 7 Series is the ability to specify the interior fitment to your individual tastes. Red, Brown, White or Black leather interiors can be paired brushed aluminium or piano black trims and then there is the technolgy. You can keep it simple or go all in with every tech gadget under the sun.

Tech features

  • BMW CoDriver Pilot Driver Assist
  • Tyre Pressure Monitoring
  • Run Flat Tyres
  • Wire Charging with Wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto
  • BMW Display Key and comfort entry
  • Active Seat Ventilation
  • Privacy roller blinds
  • Ambient lighting
  • Gesture control
  • BMW Connected drive

Price and specs

Which is the cheapest BMW 7 Series?

The cheapest BMW 7 Series is the 740Li  - prices usually start from R 1 950 730

 

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How much does it cost?

BMW 740Li R 1 950 730
BMW 740Li M Sport R 2 033 230
BMW 730Ld M Sport  R 2 062 928
BMW 750Li xDrive M Sport R 2 627 544
BMW 760Li xDrive  R 3 343 376
BMW M760Li xDrive V12 Individual R 3 505 776

*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.

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Author - Lawrence Minnie

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more

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