The 4th Generation BMW 7 Series was introduced in 2002. The 4th Generation BMW 7 Series is a front engine rear wheel drive sedan. The 4th Generation 7 Series is BMW flagship sedan vehicle. The 4th Generation 7 Series lasted in production for seven years. The BMW 7 Series was available to purchase during the years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and the year 2008. The 4th Generation 7 Series saw the introduction of the iDrive system that is now standard on all BMW vehicles. The 4th Generation 7 Series is available in 5 models 730i, 735i, 745i, 760i and 730d. The 7 Series is also available in 2 body stlyes standard and long wheelbase (L). The 4th Gneration BMW 7 Series received in facelift in 2006 that introduced a series of cosmetic changes. The BMW 7 Series is available in 1 variant. The price of the BMW 7 Series 4th Generation is not competitive when compared to other models in the same class available in the local market.
Exterior
The exterior of the 4th Generation BMW 7 Series features a very familiar BMW Design language. The front end houses sleek trapezium styled side swept headlights, the classic BMW kidney grille, and a large front bumper with a rectangular air intake. The rear end houses trapezium styled side swept taillights and a large rear bumper. The long wheelbase body style features identical styling apart from being slightly longer. All variants of the 4th Generation BMW 7 Series feature identical styling in every aspect. The facelift variant of the BMW 7 Series features a set of brand new headlights and taillights, a new front and rear bumper along with a slightly larger and more curved grille. The overall exterior of the 4th Generation BMW 7 Series features a familiar BMW design language that can differentiate itself from its rivals.
Interior
The front and rear seats are covered in a choice of grey, black, natural brown, beige and dark brown leather. Standard features include automatic climate control, auto-dimming door mirrors, heated and power door mirrors, power open and close trunk, multifunction steering wheel, 20-way power front seats with memory, cruise control, keyless entry, cell phone, satellite navigation, 10-speaker stereo audio system, headlight cleaning, rain sensing windscreen wipers, iDrive and traction control.
Options include adaptive cruise control, heated steering wheel, rear seat entertainment system, moonroof, 13-speaker stereo audio system, rear side impact airbag, ventilated front and rear seats, heated front and rear seats and massaging front seats. The overall interior of the 4th Generation BMW 7-Series is very spacious in both the front and rear especially in the long wheelbase model. It offers a good level of comfort and interior refinement thanks to numerous driving aids, comfort features and a luxurious interior.
Engine
Engine
(730i) 3.0 Liter Inline-6
(735i) 3.6 Liter Inline-6
(745i) 4.4 Liter V8
(760i) 6.0 Liter V12
(730d) 3.0 Liter Inline-6 Diesel
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage
The BMW 7 Series 4th Generation can achieve an average of between 7KM/L to 10KM/L making for an estimated driving range of between 560KM to 800KM from the sedans 80-liter fuel tank.
Competitor
The main competitors of the BMW 7 Series 4th Generation are the Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8 and Jaguar XJ.
Specifications
(730i) 3.0 Liter Inline-6 258bhp@6600RPM
(735i) 3.6 Liter Inline-6 272bhp@6200RPM
(745i) 4.4 Liter V8 333bhp@6100RPM
(760i) 6.0 Liter V12 438BHP@6000RPM
(730d) 3.0 Liter Inline-6 Diesel 231bhp@4000RPM