2024 BMW 7 Series

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The latest 7 Series is a worthy flagship for the BMW lineup. Its interior is suitably opulent and gigantic. The 7 Series can also be a technology powerhouse, highlighted by an available hands-free highway driving system and jaw-dropping 31-inch rear theater screen.

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2024 BMW 7 Series Review

byJared Gall^{Correspondent
Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at Edmunds and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.},

rating written byBrian Wong^{Senior Reviews Editor
Brian Wong has worked in the automotive industry since 2010, writing over 1,000 car-related articles and testing and reviewing hundreds of vehicles over the course of career. Brian is a senior reviews editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Cars.com, Motor Authority and Green Car Reports. Brian has also been featured on MotorWeek as an expert for several car comparisons. He loves convertibles (the smaller the better) and hates paying for parking, so Los Angeles is both the right and wrong city for him.}

Pros

Engines offer smooth, powerful acceleration
Interior blends futuristic design with high-quality materials
Smooth and quiet ride
Long list of standard features

Cons

Lack of interior buttons can be frustrating
Optional rear seat display obstructs visibility

What's new

Plug-in hybrid 750e xDrive with 483 hp, more than 35 miles of EV range
All-wheel drive now available with six-cylinder in 740i xDrive
iDrive infotainment system updated to version 8.5
Part of the seventh 7 Series generation introduced for 2023

Overview

Big, bold and powerful, the BMW 7 Series is an archetypical flagship luxury sedan. For those who consider choice the ultimate luxury, BMW offers an inline-six or V8, both with mild hybrid assistance; a plug-in hybrid six-cylinder; and the electric i7 (which we review separately). Both gas engines are turbocharged and make more than enough power. In 2024, a flagship sedan must be laden with tech, and the 7 Series delivers with available rear-wheel steering and a standard adjustable suspension. For passengers, the lavish cabin can be outfitted with heated, ventilated and massaging seats in all positions and a 31-inch rear seat entertainment screen.

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Edmunds spotlight: iDrive 8.5

BMW's iDrive gets a significant update to its Operating System 8.5, rolling out in a number of models including the new 7 Series. In iDrive 8.5, the menus have been restructured according to what BMW calls the "zero-layer principle." This means all the important functions of the system are available from the home screen, rather than the driver having to navigate various submenus. Just as you can customize the layout of apps on your phone, 7 Series drivers can arrange iDrive's functions in a way that makes sense to them. We will report back on how well the updated system — and the rest of the 7 Series — functions just as soon as we get our hands on one for an in-depth review.

Competitors to consider

Germany has long been the master of the flagship sedan. Audi's A8 and Mercedes-Benz's S-Class are locked in an eternal battle of one-upmanship with the 7 Series in terms of content and technology. The Mercedes is somewhat more relaxed than the BMW and the Audi takes the middle ground, although adjustable suspension and drivetrain settings have largely reduced differences in driving behavior and comfort. The Genesis G90 packages much of the same feel and polish with less prestige and a lower price tag, while the Lexus LS 500 offers a distinct take on the ideal, with detailing meant to evoke traditional Japanese art forms such as cut glass and textured metal.

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the 7 Series drive? We tested the top dog of the 7 Series lineup, the 536-hp 760i xDrive. At our test track, it ripped from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds. There's also loads of power for passing on the highway, though we noticed in routine city driving the 760i could seem a little lethargic at low speeds. But in general, buyers should be easily satisfied with any 7 Series, including the 740i or the 750e plug-in hybrid.

The 7 Series also feels more agile than expected for a car of this size, with powerful braking and some handling chops to go with it. The steering effort is light, but at no point does the 7 Series feel sloppy or imprecise. There's also an available rear-wheel steering system that helps to shrink the car's turning radius and make lane changes more nimble.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the 7 Series? The front and rear seats are remarkably comfortable. The available Luxury Rear Seating package allows the rear seats to recline almost fully via small touchpads on the rear doors. The touchpads also allow passengers to turn on the seat heating/ventilation or massage functions (those can also be found on the front seats as well). The only caveat is that the vents feel a bit underpowered for the fan speed setting you're on, but the cabin still cools or heats up quickly. You also have lots of options to split temperature and fan speed for different parts of the vehicle.

An auto-leveling air suspension is standard across the 7 Series lineup. Our test car also featured a road preview system that can read the road ahead of you and prepare the car to handle any bumps or potholes that are coming up. But like the issues we had with the throttle at low speeds, the suspension doesn't quite sort things out until you get going. From a stop, the car tilts back too far as you accelerate and it creates a swaying motion as things rebalance. While this vehicle rides better than the vast majority of vehicles, it feels a step behind the S-Class and its own stablemate, the electric i7, when it comes to delivering a smooth, isolating ride.

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Interior

8.5/10

How’s the interior? The 7 Series interior can look a bit busy with its screens and crystalized trim pieces, but the finishing and materials all feel suitably impeccable. The available automatic doors are cool and can be opened with a quick press of a button from inside or out. And once you hop into the driver's seat and put your foot on the brake to turn the car on, the door will close by itself. Once in the seat, it's easy to find a perfect driving position that allows you to see the standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster in its entirety. The 7 Series offers way more room than you'd ever need.

Large windows give the sedan good visibility in most directions, except for the rear window, which is a little short. That can get further blocked off if you lower the available 31-inch theater screen for backseat passengers. The screen descends from the ceiling like it's being lowered in by helicopter and it takes up nearly the entire field of view of the rear passengers. It's incredibly sharp. You'll need a data subscription from BMW to stream content, but there's also an HDMI plug if you want to play your own lineup while on the go. And thankfully, the 7 Series' many camera views make getting around tight spaces even with the screen down much easier.

Technology

9.0/10

How’s the tech? The touchscreen is canted slightly toward the driver, making it easier to reach, which is a necessity given how wide it is. There's also a centralized wheel controller if you're too lazy to lift an arm up. Using this system takes some learning because there are a lot of menus and it can be tricky to find what you're looking for and to set up the car to your liking. Thankfully, the voice recognition system is excellent and can be used to control car functions. That became our default way to find or change things before diving into the system more deeply.

As a part of the Executive seating package, you get a pair of displays for the rear seats (one on each door) that control the various seat functions. Those screens are easy to use, and every function is one or two presses away. The available 31-inch theater screen with 8K resolution drops down from the ceiling, which gives the 7 Series lineup a unique party trick. It's powered by Amazon Fire and requires a data plan from BMW for streaming, but there's also an HDMI plug for connecting a game console or a laptop if you'd rather use it that way.

Our test vehicle also came with BMW's available new Highway Assistant, which allows for hands-free driving up to 80 mph. The system works as advertised, keeping the 7 Series well centered in the lane and slowing down and accelerating smoothly. The surround-view camera system is very high-resolution and offers a variety of camera views, helping to navigate this behemoth in tight spaces more safely.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? The 7 Series' trunk is large and has enough space to fit a few pieces of luggage or golf clubs with ease. Interior storage is less impressive. A tiny center console bin and small door bins leave little room for your small items. There's not really a good place to store anything larger than a smartphone, so larger items will have to be left out or in the glovebox where they can't be easily reached.

The 7 Series also makes it a bit difficult to install a child safety seat. The rear seating area is enormous, which is nice, and the lower anchors are easy to access. But attaching a strap to the top anchor points is cumbersome because the tall and wide headrests get in the way.

Fuel Economy

8.0/10

How’s the fuel economy? The 740i with its smaller engine gets an EPA-estimated 27 mpg in combined driving with front-wheel drive or 38 mpg combined with all-wheel drive. The car we tested, the 760i xDrive, comes in at an estimated 21 mpg. We were able to beat that number on our test route with an observed mpg of 24.0 mpg in a mix of city/highway driving. For a big sedan with a V8, this is pretty good. BMW also sells the 750e, a plug-in hybrid, that gets the best fuel economy of the lineup.

Value

7.5/10

Is the 7 Series a good value? It's hard to consider something a good value at these prices. But in the case of this flagship sedan, we think you're getting your money's worth. The cabin's quality lives up to the price tag and it's available with some features (like that theater screen) that you won't be able to find anywhere. Just be wary of the options because they can make the price rise in a hurry. BMW's warranty is comparable with coverage of most luxury brands.

Wildcard

8.0/10

In the looks department (on the outside at least), the 7 Series suffers. It looks overly beefy in a weird way, with a strangely high beltline and awkward proportions. But once one of those doors opens for you automatically and you slide inside, you thankfully can't see the exterior anymore and instead are enveloped by a high-class interior with enough leather to cover the inside of a private jet.

Which 7 Series does Edmunds recommend?

Given that even the base mild hybrid inline-six makes adequate power, we'd choose the 740i. It gets outstanding fuel economy for a full-size luxury sedan, and the savings relative to the pricier powertrains can be diverted to options. Adding the Executive and Luxury Rear Seating packages give every occupant a heated, ventilated and massaging seat, while the Driving Assistance Professional package adds a semi-autonomous driving system.

BMW 7 Series models

BMW doesn't offer the 2024 7 Series in trim levels and instead divides the lineup by powertrain: 740i, 750e xDrive and 760i xDrive. Standard and optional equipment are broadly the same between them. Only the 740i offers a choice between rear- and all-wheel drive; the 750e and 760i are only available with all-wheel drive. Major features include:

740i
Standard feature highlights on the 740i include:

3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six (375 hp, 398 lb-ft)
Eight-speed automatic transmission
Rear-wheel drive
20-inch wheels
Adaptive LED headlights
Adaptive air suspension (adjusts for ride height and comfort)
Leather upholstery
Soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut)
Four-zone automatic climate control
Multi-color ambient interior lighting
Heated steering wheel
Heated front and rear seats

The 740i also has:

18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity)
Wireless smartphone charging pad
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
Digital instrument panel
14.9-inch center touchscreen
Onboard navigation

Standard driver aids include:

Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)

750e xDrive
The plug-in hybrid 7 Series bolsters the 740i's turbocharged inline-six with a potent electric motor. The result is:

483 hp, 516 lb-ft
More than 35 miles of electric range (BMW estimate)
All-wheel drive

760i xDrive
The top-of-the-range 7 Series includes all of the 740i's features, adding:

4.4-liter turbocharged V8 (536 hp, 553 lb-ft)
All-wheel drive
Ventilated front seats

Notable option packages include:

M Sport Professional package

High-performance braking system
Trunklid spoiler
Black exterior trim

Driving Assistance Professional package

Front cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is about to cross your path and cause a collision)
Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the 7 Series and the car in front)
Highway Assistant (uses the vehicle's advanced driver aids to provide hands-free driving capability in certain highway driving situations)

Luxury Rear Seating package

Seat adjustments for the rear seats
Rear seat ventilation and massage functions

Executive package

Upgraded headlights
Extra heating of cabin touchpoints, such as the armrests
Front seat ventilation and massage functions
Automatic opening and closing doors

Premium package

Surround-view camera system (gives you a 3D view of the 7 Series and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Automated parking system with extended recording (can "remember" routes up to 650 feet)
Illuminated front grille

BMW also offers a multitude of ways to customize the 7 Series with different paint colors, interior trims and leather upholstery choices. Other notable stand-alone options include:

36-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system
Rear seat entertainment screen

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2023 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)

The car drives like an SUV, which I love. It’s high and smooth, not bumpy at all. Very COMFORTABLE, roomy and nice looking software once I figure out how to use it. It’s a very luxurious car, but worth every penny. Only con is that it’s very long in the front, which I’m not used to but it has sensors everywhere, so shouldn’t be an issue.

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Great car with so many features. Always getting complements on the look of the car. Dealing with John Findley and BMW of Fort Myers was the best car buying experience ever.

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2024 BMW 7 Series Features Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

740i

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$96,400
Engine Type	Mild hybrid
Combined MPG	28 MPG
Cost to Drive	$207/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite 7 Series safety features:

Parking sensors: Alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking.
Highway Assistant: Uses the vehicle's advanced driver aids to provide hands-free driving capability in certain highway driving situations.
Evasive steering assistance: Enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance.

FAQ

Is the BMW 7 Series a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 7 Series both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.2 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 7 Series gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 2 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 7 Series has 13.7 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a BMW 7 Series. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 BMW 7 Series?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 BMW 7 Series:

Plug-in hybrid 750e xDrive with 483 hp, more than 35 miles of EV range
All-wheel drive now available with six-cylinder in 740i xDrive
iDrive infotainment system updated to version 8.5
Part of the seventh 7 Series generation introduced for 2023

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Is the BMW 7 Series reliable?

To determine whether the BMW 7 Series is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 7 Series. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 7 Series's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 BMW 7 Series a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 BMW 7 Series is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 7 Series and gave it a 8.2 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 7 Series gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 2 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 7 Series is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 BMW 7 Series?

The least-expensive 2024 BMW 7 Series is the 2024 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $96,400.

Other versions include:

740i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $96,400
740i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $99,400
750e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $107,000
760i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) which starts at $121,300

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What are the different models of BMW 7 Series?

If you're interested in the BMW 7 Series, the next question is, which 7 Series model is right for you? 7 Series variants include 740i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A), 740i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A), 750e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A), and 760i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A). For a full list of 7 Series models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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