BMW 7 Series Specifications: Full Technical Details

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BMW 7 Series is the brand’s flagship luxury saloon, offering the pinnacle of technology, comfort and performance, now in its seventh G70 generation with plug-in hybrid and fully electric options. This page lists the generations sold in Malaysia, newest first.

Current Generation (2022-Present)

The current 7 Series (G70, 2022–present in Malaysia) uses a 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder with 48V mild-hybrid (740i, 286 hp) or a 3.0-litre six-cylinder (760i, 544 hp), plus a PHEV (750e xDrive, 490 hp combined), with an 8-speed Steptronic.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SALOON
Segment LUXURY EXECUTIVE SALOON
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL; PLUG-IN HYBRID
Transmission 8-speed Steptronic automatic
Drive Rear-wheel drive; All-wheel drive (xDrive)

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,998–2,998 cc
Engine type2.0L Turbo I4 / 3.0L Turbo I6 / PHEV (G70)
Peak power210–400 kW (286–544 hp petrol; 490 combined PHEV)
Peak torque400–750 Nm
Transmission8-speed Steptronic automatic
Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive; All-wheel drive (xDrive)

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,391 × 1,950 × 1,544 mm mm
Wheelbase3,215 mm
Kerb weight2,085–2,455 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank65–78 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈11.0 L/100km (740i city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉8.0 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionMulti-link
SteeringElectric power steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres255/45 R20; 245/45 R19

Previous Generation (2015-2022)

The 2015-2022 BMW 7 Series is powered by a Turbo Intercooled Direct Injection; Turbo Intercooled; Turbo Direct F/INJ engine producing 190–300 kW and 310–600 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE LUXURY; LARGE ULTRA LUXURY
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Drive All-wheel drive; Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,998–4,395 cc
Engine typeTurbo Intercooled Direct Injection; Turbo Intercooled; Turbo Direct F/INJ
Peak power190–300 kW
Peak torque310–600 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive; Rear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,098–5,260 × 1,902 × 1,467–1,484 mm mm
Wheelbase3,070–3,210 mm
Kerb weight1,755–2,085 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank46–82 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)6.1–16.4 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)4.8–8.5 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionDouble wishbone; McSt; LoA +3 more
Rear suspensionMulti-link; LX
SteeringElectric power steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion
Front tyres245/45 R19; 245/40 R20 Y; 245/45 R19 Y

Earlier Generation (2008-2015)

The 2008-2015 BMW 7 Series is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ; Twin Turbo MPFI; Turbo Cdi engine producing 180–400 kW and 300–750 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic; 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE ULTRA LUXURY
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL; DIESEL
Transmission 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic +1 more
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,979–5,972 cc
Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ; Twin Turbo MPFI; Turbo Cdi
Peak power180–400 kW
Peak torque300–750 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic +1 more
Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × HNot available mm
Wheelbase3,128–3,210 mm
Kerb weight1,835–2,250 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank80–88 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)7.2–18.9 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)5.6–9.6 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; double wishbone; stabilizer bar +5 more
Rear suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; double wishbone +8 more
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres245/45 R19 Y; 245/40 R20 Y; 245/50 R18 Y +1 more

Earlier Generation (2001-2008)

The 2001-2008 BMW 7 Series is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ; Twin Turbo MPFI engine producing 144–300 kW and 280–600 Nm, paired with 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 5-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE ULTRA LUXURY
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode +1 more
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,793–4,799 cc
Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ; Twin Turbo MPFI
Peak power144–300 kW
Peak torque280–600 Nm
Transmission6 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 6-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode +1 more
Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,029–5,169 × 1,902 × 1,435–1,862 mm mm
Wheelbase2,930–3,210 mm
Kerb weight1,715–2,055 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank82–95 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)15.7–16.4 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)7.9–8.5 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc; Disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; double wishbone; stabilizer bar +5 more
Rear suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; double wishbone +8 more
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion
Front tyres245/55 R17 102W; 275/40 R19; 245/40 R20 Y +1 more

Earlier Generation (1994-2001)

The 1994-2001 BMW 7 Series is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 144–290 kW and 280–440 Nm, paired with 5-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 4-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE ULTRA LUXURY; LUXURY SEDAN
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 5-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 4-speed automatic
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,793–4,398 cc
Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ
Peak power144–290 kW
Peak torque280–440 Nm
Transmission5-speed automatic; 5 Sp Auto Sports Mode; 4-speed automatic
Driven wheelsRear-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,124 × 1,862 × 1,425–1,862 mm mm
Wheelbase2,930–3,070 mm
Kerb weight1,725–1,965 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank85–95 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)16.0 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)8.3 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; trailing arm +2 more
Rear suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; multi-link +2 more
SteeringRack and pinion
Front tyres225/60 R17; 245/55 R17

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen. Years Engine Power Variants
Current Generation (2022-Present) 2022–Present 2.0–3.0 L 210–400 kW (286–544 hp petrol; 490 combined PHEV) Not available
Previous Generation (2015-2022) 2015–2022 2.0–4.4 L 190–300 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2008-2015) 2008–2015 3.0–6.0 L 180–400 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2001-2008) 2001–2008 2.8–4.8 L 144–300 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (1994-2001) 1994–2001 2.8–4.4 L 144–290 kW Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the BMW 7 Series have?
The current BMW 7 Series is powered by a Turbo Intercooled Direct Injection; Turbo Intercooled engine displacing 2,998 cc, producing 228–240 kW and 450 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels through a 8-speed automatic.
How many seats does the BMW 7 Series have?
The BMW 7 Series is a 5-seater, seating a driver and up to 4 passengers across two rows.
What are the dimensions of the BMW 7 Series?
The BMW 7 Series measures 5,260 mm long, 1,902 mm wide and 1,479–1,544 mm tall, with a 3,210–3,215 mm wheelbase.
How many generations has the BMW 7 Series had in Malaysia?
Based on Mudah.my internal listing data, the BMW 7 Series has had 5 generations sold in Malaysia.
Where can I find BMW 7 Series for sale on Mudah.my?
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