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Excellence is an inheritance to some products in the automobile market. A few cars enjoy the privilege of coming from factories which are built not just by brilliant engineers and costly equipment but also with unmatched experience and craftsmanship that is a product of years of manufacturing in the automobile sector and dozens of benchmarks set in the industry as a whole. BMW is one such company and BMW 7 series is one such lucky car. The history of BMW 7 Series Sedan itself has a tradition to look back at with its first generation vehicle launched as long as in 1977. The flagship BMW vehicle is available as a sedan for regular customer purchases as well as extended length limousines for those special occasions and special people. But the most important feature of this five generation old product is the fact that it gets its machinery fit with some of the most advanced technology before letting them out to the more economical sedans. The BMW 7 Series Sedan is a vehicle marked for excellence and exquisite design and it sure performs magnificently. While the first generation of this remarkable product lasted till 1986, even back then, the vehicle came with a both automatic transmission as well as manual transmission systems, offered a powerful 2500cc engine displacement and was a treat on the roads. With every passing generation, the 7 Series received some really wonderful tweaks and modification in the exterior frame which eventually ended up in creating the epitome for Sedan class to some extent. The BMW 7 Series was a true Sedan with power nothing less than a fierce sports car. Lined up with straight 6 cylinder based engine, then a V8 engine and a V12 engine over the years , the vehicle was always lauded by the auto enthusiasts to be one of the most powerful products from the BMW closet. During the European design invasion, with curves and aerodynamic renderings, during the late 20th century and early 21st century, BMW blended its flagship BMW 7 Series Sedan design with the detailing and rendering of the contemporary designs making the model highly appealing from its third generation. The repeated facelifts became so popular for their design aesthetics that the BMW 750i variant of the 7 Series Sedan was featured in the 1997 James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies while its cousin BMW 735i with manual transmission ruled the Transporter franchise’s first film. While western market has always been a forte for BMW, the Indian automobile market too was awestruck by the German manufacturer’s automobile brilliance. It is no secret that the Indian consumers consider BMW a status defining brand which is deemed to redefine social profile not just with its looks but also with its performance. Considering the ever increasing market for its vehicles in India, BMW launched the fifth generation of BMW 7 Series in India officially. The vehicle marks the entry of an iconic vehicle to the Indian demographic. The BMW 7 series Sedan comes to India in three variants, The BMW 740Li, BMW 750Li, BMW 760i and the 730Ld . The first three variants are different in terms of accessories included, power output and the pick up offered. The cylinders in the variants too increase a step further with every variants. While the base BMW 740i comes with a V6 engine, the BMW 750i comes with a V8 engine and the BMW 760Li has a V12 engine making it the high end vehicle producing engine displacement nothing less than 5972cc. The highly powerful vehicles also come with the best in class interior specifications and exterior detailing along with best in class safety features, accessories and handling capabilities.

BMW 7 series Sedan comes in three petrol variants and a diesel version as well and each of them have their individual powerful engine. Be it the V6, V8 or the V12 engine, the fuel economy is kept in mind while designing all these vehicles and it is evident in the 12.05 Kmpl mileage offered by the BMW 7 series 740Li. The mileage in the BMW 750Li however comes at 11.62 Kmpl while the BMW 760Li has a comparatively low 7.46 Kmpl mileage (all figures are approximate) . The CO2 emissions of the vehicles are very reasonable considering the power they run at. For instance, the BMW 760Li variant offers a 314 gm CO2 emission per km while its cousins BMW 750Li and BMW 740Li create emissions of 199 gm per km and 199.62 gm per km respectively. The reasonable mileage offered by the vehicle is a clear indication of the success the BMW 7 series can have in India as the Indian automobile customers are undoubtedly inclined towards fuel efficient vehicles. The emissions are also less in the vehicle which certainly reflect the efforts by BMW in making the automobile industry as eco friendly as possible without sabotaging the performance of the vehicles.

The BMW 7 series is one of the few vehicles which is known not just for its striking exteriors and extremely beautiful interiors but also for the performance. Being the flagship vehicle of BMW over the years, technology has always been an asset to the BMW 7 series and the latest fleet is no exception to the tradition. With each variant offered in various power specifications due to change in engine specifications, the BMW 7 series 740Li churns out a power of 320bhp at 5800rpm and the BMW 7 series 750Li provides a maximum output of 450bhp at 5500rpm while the high end vehicle of the series , the BMW 7 series 760Li creates an astounding 544bhp output at 5250rpm. The torque produced by the vehicles is also an indication at the massive performance with 450Nm torque at 1300rpm to 4500rpm, produced by BMW 7 series 740Li and 650Nm torque produced by BMW 7 series 750Li at 2000rpm to 4500rpm. The highest however remains the torque produced by the BMW 7 series 760Li at 750Nm at 1500rpm to 5000rpm.

These colors are available with all variants of BMW 7 Series

Whenever terms like V6, V8 or V12 are used, the first things that comes into any auto enthusiasts senses is the outstanding pickup. Used in sports cars, these engine specifications are expected to fill the thirst of speed seekers. Included with an eight speed automatic transmission system, the pick up and power specifications of the BMW 7 Series just keeps getting better and better. All the variants are offered with a proficient eight speed automatic transmission gear box along with cruise control. The driving experience control including ECO PRO and Dynamic damper control are included in the BMW 7 series 740Li and 750Li, while the top end 760Li variant takes the cake with its professional Driving experience control and dynamic drive system, which also has an integral active steering system. The pick up of the BMW 7 series 740Li is 5.7 seconds to reach from 0-100 Kmph, while the 750Li variant and the top end 760Li trim offers highly competitive pickup differing by just a few milliseconds at 4.8 seconds and 4.6 seconds respectively to reach 100 Kmph mark from a standstill . The BMW’s efficient Servotronic technology too has something to do with this highly appreciable performance.

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Beauty as a word undoubtedly falls an understatement for BMW 7 series. Though it comes with the regular charm of a typical BMW with the right curves and blends, aerodynamic details and aggressive design, it still has something that other BMW vehicles have yet to discover in the same amount, elegance. Though all BMW vehicles claim elegance, it is no mistake to call a sedan the most elegant of all the automobile design structures. BMW 7 series received some of the most important updates in terms of design over the generations and the result has been indisputably impressive. The front fascia of the vehicle steals any road with its dangerously charming design that depicts aggressiveness and authority with the well sculpted headlamps which are symmetric to the iconic kidney shaped front grill of BMW . The front fascia also houses an elongated air intake section which in strategically placed over the front bumper position. The front fender rendering is really beautiful with a seamless curves running along the front bonnet towards the wheel arches. The unbelievably curvy and seamless design profile follows from the front to the side profile as well as rear end of the vehicle. This is evident in the side profile which looks like a perfectly sculpted stone with a sheer beauty of curves which while clearly appearing, do not seem protruding or prominent. The brilliance of providing curves in a design without making them bothering the viewer is something probably only BMW could master. The side profile features wheel arches which are not prominent and their plain structure somehow blends with the seamless design of the vehicle. The front kidney grill however comes with chrome lining making it an attractive affair. Along with the grill, the entire roof portion has a chrome strip along it running from the sides of the front windshield. The rear profile of the BMW 7 series claims decent design aesthetics with tail lamps extending from the rear framework to the boot. The number plate is positioned to be strategically positioned over the This exquisite design of BMW 7 series is what makes it a beauty to look up to. Probably that’s the reason BMW did not offer significant exterior tweaks in the three variants and kept the difference limited to internal machinery keeping the visual attraction intact for all of them.

Exterior Measurements:

The exteriors of BMW 7 series are at perfect dimensions suitable for the Indian roads as well as an international profile. The overall length of the vehicle is 5219mm while the wheelbase measures to 3210mm . The height of BMW 7 series is 1481mm and the overall width of the vehicle is 1902mm which makes it quite maneuverable for the Indian roads.

BMW 7 series is designed as only a sedan or extended limousine, so the interiors are obviously remarkable in their design and features included. The interiors house an amazing set of features and design features which make it an unmatched pleasure just to sit in the vehicle let alone ride it. The interiors of BMW 7 Series are more or less the same for all the variants though the base V6 model, BMW 7 series 740Li features a bunch of features less than the other two. All the vehicles come with a power steering with cruise control buttons on it and the vibrant BMW logo which adds pure beauty to the contrasting interiors. The interior build is exceptional with best in class materials used through out the interiors. The front dash comes with a large screen for not just the music and other controls but also for Internet controls. The screen features what BMW dubs as BMW Connected Drive which features BMW Apps, BMW’s personalized Internet browser, park distance control for front and rear, HiFi system and other simplified options . The interiors feature exceptionally spaced seating arrangement with ample leg room and head room for the passengers. The rich interiors have a beautiful ambiance. The floor mats in Velour are offered for all the variants. The rear row has folding tables for all the variants except for BMW 7 series 740Li. The instrument panel has a beautiful leather finish for the other variants too and the multifunctional instrument panel is also one of the features excluded from the 740Li.

Interior Comfort:

The interiors are exceptionally comfortable with spacious rooms in the front as well as rear. The fine wood inlay for leather steering wheel is offered for the BMW 7 series 750Li and 760Li. The automatic air conditioning system comes with four zone control which offers an efficient cooling solution for the interior passengers .

Interior Measurements:

The interiors are spacious in the BMW 7 series, for all the variants, the shoulder room for the passengers in the front is 1541mm, while the same for the rear passengers extends to 1539mm. The head room in the front row of the vehicle is 1036 mm while the same for the rear is 986 mm. The 3210 mm wheelbase is a perfect indication to the interior legroom offered to the passengers. Manufactured to act as a limousine too, the vehicle has an executive class interiors offering best of features available in the BMW sleeve.

Unlike regular automobile manufacturers who launch a same vehicle with additional accessories differing in each variant, the BMW 7 series went a step ahead and making all the variants technically clearly distinguishable. They do not share any similarity other than the exterior profile and all of them are offered with powerful engines producing highly competent outputs. The BMW 7 series 740Li comes with a 2979cc V6 engine while the BMW 7 series 750Li has a 4395cc V8 engine and the top end model BMW 7 series 760Li comes with an astounding 5972cc V12 engine . All these engines have four valves per cylinder. Since these engines are expected to perform exceptionally well with the body, they are designed to offer challenging outputs in terms of power and torque. The BMW 7 Series 740Li, 750Li and 760 Li offer maximum outputs of 320bhp at 5800rpm, 450bhp at 5500rpm and 544bhp at 5250rpm respectively. The torque offered by these vehicles is also impressive at 450Nm at 1300rpm to 4500rpm for BMW 7 Series 740Li, 650Nm at 2000rpm to 4500rpm for BMW 7 series 750Li and 750 Nm at 1500rpm to 5000rpm for BMW 7 series 760Li respectively. There is also a diesel engine based model, which has been fitted with a 3.0-litre engine and delivers 258bhp at 4000rpm in combination with 560Nm at 1500rpm

The BMW 7 Series have four variants for the customers to choose from and the company has fitted them with different alloy wheels. The base variant in this model line up have been bestowed with a stylish set of 18 inch star spoke alloy wheels, which have been further equipped with tubeless radial tyres of size 245/50 R18. Then the mid level and top end variants get multi spoke styled alloy wheels, which have been equipped with tyres of size 245/45 R19 for the front wheels , while the rear wheels get radials of size 275/40 R19 . The BMW 7 Series 730Ld variant, which comes into the country through the CKD (completely knocked down) units have also been equipped with 'V' Spoke styled alloy wheels of 18 inches, which have been equipped with tyres of size 245/50 R18, which have a superior grip on the roads. Apart from these, the company has also equipped this sedan series with a standard spare wheel for both the variants, which is affixed in the luggage compartment along with other tools needed to change the tyre.

The company has equipped this elegant sedan series with a robust braking mechanism along with a sturdy suspension mechanism, which will ensure that this BMW 7 Series is well under the control of the driver. The front axle of this enigmatic sedan series have been equipped with a double joint spring strut type of a mechanism. While the rear axle gets an air suspension along with other equipment, which helps in balancing this sedan on any road condition. The suspension system of this sedan is very remarkable and flawlessly balanced. It takes care of all the bumpy and uneven roads and other pot holes to give an even, smooth and enjoyable driving experience to the driver as well as the other occupants inside the vehicle. The company has also fitted this luxury sedan with some advanced features like a dynamic stability control along with traction control for better handling of the vehicle. The braking system of any vehicle is one of the most significant and vital part, which has to be proficient. The company has equipped this BMW 7 Series sedan with a highly efficient ventilated disc type of a braking mechanism for the front wheels. While the rear tyres get a solid disc brakes for enhanced braking. Apart from these, this magnificent sedan has also been equipped with a antilock braking system with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist for further improving the braking capacity of this luxurious sedan even on wet and slippery roads .

The company has fitted this fascinating luxury sedan, BMW 7 Series with some top of the line safety features. The long list of these protective features comprise of multiple airbags that include driver and front passenger airbags, front and rear curtain head airbags with splinter protection and also side airbags for the driver and the front passenger, which are integrated in the seat backrests. A run flat indicator with run flat tyres and a safety body shell. An ergonomic seat belt system for the rear seats that comes with a 3 point seat belt for all the seats. The front seats have an inertia reel seat belts that comes with belt latch tensioners and a belt force limiter. Other features like ABS with brake drying and fading compensation along with dynamic traction control, DSC and also a cornering brake control. A central lock switch with central locking that comes with an advanced engine immobilizer with a crash sensor and also an integrated side impact protection in all the doors. This sedan is also equipped with the sophisticated child seat fastening system for the two outer rear seats. This BMW 7 Series sedan also comes with a warning triangle with a first aid kit as well. Other features include active front head rests, an active protection including attentiveness assistant, a cornering brake control, a dynamic stability and traction control, a warning triangle with a first aid kit and many more such aspects, which will ensure proper safety for all the passengers along with this impressive BMW 7 Series sedan as well.

The company has equipped this BMW 7 Series sedan with state of the art multi media and navigation system along with a park distance control and many other such incredible aspects, which will certainly astound the customers. The company has fitted this sedan series with BMW Apps, BMW Internet browser, BMW live and other such functions. Apart from these, there is a DVD player that has a 6 DVD changer, which is integrated in it along with Bluetooth connectivity and USB devices and an advanced HiFi system professional as well . There is a navigation system professional tha has a brilliant 25.9cm color display along with a iDrive, DVD drive, and integrated hard drive for the maps as well as the audio files. Then there is a park distance control for the front as well as the rear along with a rear seat entertainment professional with a couple of 23.3cm displays and a rear iDrive controller as well. All these features put together ensure that all the passengers of this sedan series have an incredible ambiance in this plush cabin. Other accessories include a highly developed alarm system, a sophisticated BMW night vision that also has a dynamic light spot as well. Then this sedan can be incorporated with a BMW individual cool box, an extended rear air conditioner, fine wood inlay for leather steering wheel, folding table in the rear, an integral active steering, a comfort access system, a massage function in rear seat back rest for added luxury to the back seat passengers and also a sports leather based steering wheel as well .