For many years the BMW 7-Series has played second fiddle to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class limousine and the Munich-based brandhas been hell-bent on trumping the class leader. The latest incarnation of BMW 7-Series looks like it may just have the technology, luxury and performance to match the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and we're very excited to drive it in January 2016. This video highlights some of the newcomer'shigh-technology features, many of whichBMW claimsaregroundbreaking. You'll get thingssuch as gesture control, inductive smartphone chargingand remote control parking, which makes the 7-Series… very clever. You can also read more details about the new BMW 7-Series here.
Initially,four models will goon sale in South Africa, with more (such as the V12-engined 760Li)arriving laterthis year. The BMW 7-Series range kicks off with the 740i which packs a 240kW and 450Nm motor. The only turbodiesel in the range, the BMW 730d, is next with 195kW and 620Nm. Then we're onto the turbopetrol V8s which arebefitting for a vehicle of this stature. There are two 750i models. The second —a long wheelbase Li — offers more space and comfort for rear passengers. Both 4.4-litre V8-engined750i models produceoutputs of 330kW and 650Nm.
The BMW 7-Series comes with many trim options and being a premium product, numerous options are available.
CO2 Tax | Standard | Exterior Design Pure Excellence |
M Sport | M Sport with Interior Design Pure Excellence |
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740i Sedan | R3 488,40 | R1 339 000 | R1 350 600 | R1 378 500 | R1 398 300 |
730d Sedan | R1 128,60 | R1 365 500 | R1 377 100 | R1 405 000 | R1 424 800 |
750i Sedan | R6 566,40 | R1 755 000 | R1 766 600 | R1 775 000 | R1 424 800 |
750Li Sedan | R6 874,20 | R1 893 500 | R1 905 100 | R1 913 500 | R1 932 200 |