BMW 7 Series Car Review in India
The BMW 7-Series is BMW's flagship car that was first launched in 1977 and brought to India in 2007. Since then the car has received and available in a single body-style.
The first generation of this scintillating luxury car was launched in 1977 and the fourth generation in 2002. Now, the company has introduced the fifth generation of this flagship model with inspiring style, thrilling driving dynamics, and pioneering innovations.
However, in between the birth of fourth and fifth generations, the BMW 7-Series had received a complete facelift of the exterior design in 2005 and of the interior in 2007. When the exterior was revamped, the 7 Series was amde sleeker by reducing the Bangle Butt design that was further accentuated with new taillights and a reduced trunk lid , impressive headlights, and kidney grille. In 2007 when the interior was revamped, the 7 Series received electrically-adjustable mirrors as standard equipment on all 7-Series variants.
Now, with the entry of fifth generation of BMW 7-Series, comes a new revolution in the Indian automotive design and engineering sector. The new generation car faces a tough competition with Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Volkswagen Phaeton, the Lexus LS, and the Audi A8.
The BMW 7-Series is available in three variants, 730Ld (diesel), 740Li (petrol), 750Li (petrol) and 760Li (Petrol). The 730Ld is powered by 3.0L I-6 diesel engine whereas the petrol variants 740Li, 750i and 760Li are powered by 3.0.0L, 4.4L and 6.0L respectively. Both the petrol variants are mated to V8 engine technology that improves performance and fuel efficiency.
The powerful and responsive engine technology of the new generation car is coupled to a 6-speed automatic transmission with septronic. This ensures fast and comfortable gear change and delivers maximum driving dynamics. In addition, the double-joint spring strut front axle suspension and aluminium integral rear axle suspension delivers a smooth and bump-free ride.
The next generation 7 Series is also adorned with innovative technologies like Dynamic Damper Control and Integral Active Steering that adds to the joy and comfort of driving. Dynamic Driving Control is a technology that adjusts dampers infinitely in the inbound and rebound strokes in accordance to the road as well as driving conditions. This new technology helps to absorb potholes and bumps on Indian roads. The intelligent Dynamic Driving Control also offers the driver four different stages of driving: comfort, normal, sport, and sport plus to deliver a thrilling driving experience. Furthermore, the new Integral Active Steering improves agility and performance of the car by controlling the steering angle of both rear and the front. Depending on the movement of the car, this innovation reduces the turning circle by up to 70%.The new BMW 7-Series epitomizes style, power, performance, and comfort. The 7-Series can give any other car a complex with its smooth lines and wide, intimidating stance.
The front fascia of the 7-Series is accentuated by flowing profile, large kidney grille, sculptural surfaces, flawless shoulder lines, front ornamented grille, metallic paintwork, chrome roof mouldings, chrome bumpers with illuminated BMW logo. The top-notch luxury car creates an inimitable effect with high-end luxurious exterior adornments.
In the interiors the car spells pioneering innovations that are adorned with precision, excellence, and elegance. One of the most striking and elegant feature in the car's interior is the state-of-art entertainment system that is a standard feature in the 750Li variant. This innovative and advanced car audio system includes a four-zone automatic air-conditioner, the optional contour sliding roof, multi-purpose wind deflector, comfortable seats, and a high-end car audio system. The excellent entertainment system features a 6 DVD changer along with an 80 GB hard disk, aux-in connection, and USB port. It also has an impressive TV module TV module that includes two 9.2 inch screens integrated in the front seat backrests. In addition, the four-zone automatic air conditioner with individual temperature, air volume and distribution control for the rear seat passengers improves cooling and adds to the comfort level. Further to that unimaginable level of comfort is delivered by innovative, functional, and electrically adjustable seats. The rear seat of the car has innovative venting and massage function whereas the front has active seats.
The steering wheel is wrapped with finest quality leather fabric and is accentuated with multifunction controls including audio controls, cruise control functions, and voice control function. The attractive dashboard with four analogue instruments showing speed, rpm, fuel level, and engine oil temperature along with black panel technology displaying a black matt surface when ignition is switched off adds to the beauty of the car's interior. The ambience is further highlighted with chrome touches, impressive cockpit, high-resolution TFT screen, and functional bookmarks that stores details of the navigation system, audio tracks, and important telephone numbers.
The safety features equipped in the new BMW 7-Series include driver and front passenger airbag, head airbags, side airbags, inner-vented front and rear disc brakes, central locking with electronic immobilizer, dynamic stability control, Runflat tyres, safety battery terminal, crumple zones, and inertia-reel seat belts.
A combination of powerful engine technology, efficient suspension, and effective transmission enable the new 7 Series to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds.
The BMW 7-Series is BMW's flagship car that was first launched in 1977 and brought to India in 2007. Since then the car has received and available in a single body-style.
The first generation of this scintillating luxury car was launched in 1977 and the fourth generation in 2002. Now, the company has introduced the fifth generation of this flagship model with inspiring style, thrilling driving dynamics, and pioneering innovations.
However, in between the birth of fourth and fifth generations, the BMW 7-Series had received a complete facelift of the exterior design in 2005 and of the interior in 2007. When the exterior was revamped, the 7 Series was amde sleeker by reducing the Bangle Butt design that was further accentuated with new taillights and a reduced trunk lid , impressive headlights, and kidney grille. In 2007 when the interior was revamped, the 7 Series received electrically-adjustable mirrors as standard equipment on all 7-Series variants.
Now, with the entry of fifth generation of BMW 7-Series, comes a new revolution in the Indian automotive design and engineering sector. The new generation car faces a tough competition with Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Volkswagen Phaeton, the Lexus LS, and the Audi A8.
The BMW 7-Series is available in three variants, 730Ld (diesel), 740Li (petrol), 750Li (petrol) and 760Li (Petrol). The 730Ld is powered by 3.0L I-6 diesel engine whereas the petrol variants 740Li, 750i and 760Li are powered by 3.0.0L, 4.4L and 6.0L respectively. Both the petrol variants are mated to V8 engine technology that improves performance and fuel efficiency.
The powerful and responsive engine technology of the new generation car is coupled to a 6-speed automatic transmission with septronic. This ensures fast and comfortable gear change and delivers maximum driving dynamics. In addition, the double-joint spring strut front axle suspension and aluminium integral rear axle suspension delivers a smooth and bump-free ride.
The next generation 7 Series is also adorned with innovative technologies like Dynamic Damper Control and Integral Active Steering that adds to the joy and comfort of driving. Dynamic Driving Control is a technology that adjusts dampers infinitely in the inbound and rebound strokes in accordance to the road as well as driving conditions. This new technology helps to absorb potholes and bumps on Indian roads. The intelligent Dynamic Driving Control also offers the driver four different stages of driving: comfort, normal, sport, and sport plus to deliver a thrilling driving experience. Furthermore, the new Integral Active Steering improves agility and performance of the car by controlling the steering angle of both rear and the front. Depending on the movement of the car, this innovation reduces the turning circle by up to 70%.The new BMW 7-Series epitomizes style, power, performance, and comfort. The 7-Series can give any other car a complex with its smooth lines and wide, intimidating stance.
The front fascia of the 7-Series is accentuated by flowing profile, large kidney grille, sculptural surfaces, flawless shoulder lines, front ornamented grille, metallic paintwork, chrome roof mouldings, chrome bumpers with illuminated BMW logo. The top-notch luxury car creates an inimitable effect with high-end luxurious exterior adornments.
In the interiors the car spells pioneering innovations that are adorned with precision, excellence, and elegance. One of the most striking and elegant feature in the car's interior is the state-of-art entertainment system that is a standard feature in the 750Li variant. This innovative and advanced car audio system includes a four-zone automatic air-conditioner, the optional contour sliding roof, multi-purpose wind deflector, comfortable seats, and a high-end car audio system. The excellent entertainment system features a 6 DVD changer along with an 80 GB hard disk, aux-in connection, and USB port. It also has an impressive TV module TV module that includes two 9.2 inch screens integrated in the front seat backrests. In addition, the four-zone automatic air conditioner with individual temperature, air volume and distribution control for the rear seat passengers improves cooling and adds to the comfort level. Further to that unimaginable level of comfort is delivered by innovative, functional, and electrically adjustable seats. The rear seat of the car has innovative venting and massage function whereas the front has active seats.
The steering wheel is wrapped with finest quality leather fabric and is accentuated with multifunction controls including audio controls, cruise control functions, and voice control function. The attractive dashboard with four analogue instruments showing speed, rpm, fuel level, and engine oil temperature along with black panel technology displaying a black matt surface when ignition is switched off adds to the beauty of the car's interior. The ambience is further highlighted with chrome touches, impressive cockpit, high-resolution TFT screen, and functional bookmarks that stores details of the navigation system, audio tracks, and important telephone numbers.
The safety features equipped in the new BMW 7-Series include driver and front passenger airbag, head airbags, side airbags, inner-vented front and rear disc brakes, central locking with electronic immobilizer, dynamic stability control, Runflat tyres, safety battery terminal, crumple zones, and inertia-reel seat belts.
A combination of powerful engine technology, efficient suspension, and effective transmission enable the new 7 Series to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds.