What Changed

BMW's six-cylinder returns to the 7-Series for 2011. The new 740 models are powered by a turbocharged six-cylinder engine. A hybrid model also joins the lineup. The ActiveHybrid 7 teams a V8 and 8-speed automatic with electric motors and battery packs to decrease fuel consumption.

Comparison to Prior Model

2011 BMW 7-Series 2010 BMW 7-Series
2011 BMW 7-Series 2010 BMW 7-Series
Price Range ($) $70,650 - $137,300 $80,455 - $136,600
Length (in) 205.3 205.3
Wheelbase (in) 126.4 126.4
Width (in) 74.9 74.9
Height (in) 58.3 58.3
Track (in) 63.4 63.4
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 439.1 439.1
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4344-5026 4563.6-5026
Legroom Total (in.) 85.5 85.5
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 115.0 115.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 14.0 14.0
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 3.0l I6 (315-bhp)
  • 4.4l V8 HEV T (455-bhp)
  • 4.4l V8 T (400-bhp)
  • 4.4l V8 T (500-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (535-bhp)
  • 4.4l V8 T (400-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (535-bhp)
Transmissions A6, A8 A6, A8
City MPG 13-17 13-15
Highway MPG 19-25 19-22
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