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==740Li Vantage== |
==740Li Vantage== |
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It is a version of the 740Li sold in Hong Kong market, which does not include the front seat LCD screen, and is HK$200,000 lower than the original.<ref>[http://hk.news.yahoo.com/article/090612/3/cobz.html BMW 740Li Vantage 入門新版抵價登場]</ref> |
It is a version of the 740Li sold in Hong Kong market, which does not include the front seat LCD screen, and is HK$200,000 lower than the original.<ref>[http://hk.news.yahoo.com/article/090612/3/cobz.html BMW 740Li Vantage 入門新版抵價登場]</ref> |
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==760Li and 750Li High Security== |
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BMW has also announced their High Security line, including the 750Li High Security and 760Li High Security. Both of them were certified with BRV 2009 and VR7 ballistics protection. The non-transparent sections have been certified as having VR9 levels of protection. This is the first set of cars to be granted such high levels of security.<ref>[http://www.carthusiast.com/bmw-7-series-high-security-a-new-definition-of-security-1992.html BMW 7 Series High Security – a new definition of security]</ref> |
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==Hybrid== |
==Hybrid== |
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Revision as of 05:23, 11 August 2009
| BMW 7-Series (F01/F02) | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Assembly | Dingolfing, Germany |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | luxury car |
| Body style(s) | 4-door saloon |
| Vehicles | BMW 7 Series |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW E65 |
| F01/F02 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.0L V12 Turbo 4.4L V8 Turbo 3.0L I6 Turbo 3.0L I6 Turbo Diesel[1] |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic (V12 only)[2] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,070 mm (120.9 in) (SWB) 3,210 mm (126.4 in) (LWB) |
| Length | 5,072 mm (199.7 in) (SWB) 5,212 mm (205.2 in) (LWB) |
| Width | 1,902 mm (74.9 in) |
| Height | 1,479 mm (58.2 in) (SWB) 1,478 mm (58.2 in) (LWB) |
The BMW F01 is the current 7 series that went into production in September 2008. The long wheelbase model, codenamed BMW F02, is 14 cm (5.5 in) longer than the BMW F01.
Design
For the 7 Series, the previous E65/E66 model marked a revolution in the 7-Series design, while the F01 is more evolutionary. The front end is inspired by the BMW CS Concept, from the large twin grilles to the headlamps, which have "eyebrows" and internal configuration similar to individual lamps but slightly different in shape.[3] It now looks more conventional and less controversial than the vehicle it replaces. The interior has also been reworked and the column-mounted shifter has relocated to the center console.
Presentation
The car's official unveiling occurred in the Red Square in Moscow (Russia) on 8 July 2008. The unusual nature of the unveiling had been attracting attention since 6 July 2008. The new BMW 7 series was placed in the upper half of an acrylic, glass, and steel hourglass. The car was initially hidden by more than 180,000 silvered balls, which gradually dropped into the lower half to reveal the new BMW 7 Series.[4]
Specifications
Engines
| Model | Engine Code | Engine Type | Power@rpm | Torque@rpm | Years made | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol engines | |||||||
| 740i/Li | N54B30 | Template:Auto cc twin turbo I6 24V | Template:Auto PS @5800 | Template:Auto Nm @1500-4500 | 2008- | ||
| 750i/Li | N63B44 | Template:Auto cc twin turbo V8 32V | Template:Auto PS @5500-6400 | Template:Auto Nm @1750-4500 | 2008- | ||
| 760i/Li | N74B60 | Template:Auto cc twin turbo V12 48V | Template:Auto PS @5250 | Template:Auto Nm @1500-5000 | 2010- | ||
| Diesel engines | |||||||
| 730d/Ld | N57D30 | Template:Auto cc turbo I6 24V | Template:Auto PS @4000 | Template:Auto Nm @1750-3000 | 2008-/2009- | ||
| 740d[1] | N57D30TOP | Template:Auto cc twin turbo I6 24V | Template:Auto PS @4400 | Template:Auto Nm @1500-2500 | 2009- | ||
At the 2008 LA Auto Show, BMW announced the North American version of BMW 7 Series would use a 4.4 L twin-turbo V8 engine (from the BMW X6 xDrive50i) rated at Template:Auto bhp and Template:Auto lbft of torque.[5]
Transmissions
| Model | Type |
|---|---|
| 740i/740Li | 6-speed automatic (ZF 6HP26 transmission) |
| 750i/750Li | 6-speed automatic |
| 760i/760Li | 8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP transmission)[6][7] |
| 730d/Ld | 6-speed automatic |
| 740d | 6-speed automatic |
Performance
| Model | Drive | 0-100km/h acceleration (s) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 740i/740Li | RWD | 5.9/6.0 | Template:Auto kmh |
| 750i/750Li | RWD, AWD (optional) | 5.2/5.3 | Template:Auto kmh |
| 760i/760Li | RWD | 4.6 | Template:Auto kmh |
| 730d/Ld | RWD | 7.2/7.3 | Template:Auto kmh |
| 740d | RWD | 6.3 | Template:Auto kmh |
Parts sharing
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The F01 is expected to provide 20% of the components for the Rolls-Royce Ghost, slotting in below the ultra-luxury Phantom.[8] This $250,000 car would be assembled by Rolls-Royce in their factory in Goodwood, England.
740Li Vantage
It is a version of the 740Li sold in Hong Kong market, which does not include the front seat LCD screen, and is HK$200,000 lower than the original.[9]
760Li and 750Li High Security
BMW has also announced their High Security line, including the 750Li High Security and 760Li High Security. Both of them were certified with BRV 2009 and VR7 ballistics protection. The non-transparent sections have been certified as having VR9 levels of protection. This is the first set of cars to be granted such high levels of security.[10]
Hybrid
The BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid is a concept model that uses the engine from 750i, but adds an electric motor rated Template:Auto PS and Template:Auto Nm torque. The hybrid system was based on the 2-mode hybrid from Daimler AG. The regenerative braking unit includes 12V Absorbent Glass Mat batteries, running in parallel to 120V electrical network for electric motor. In also included a 8-speed automatic transmission. BMW claims it reduced fuel consumption and emissions by 15% over the non-hybrid model.
The car's exterior profile was designed by Karim Habib, Team Leader, Advanced Design for BMW in Munich, Germany.[11]
The car was first unveiled in 2008 Paris Auto Show.[12]
References
- ^ a b Paul Tan (June 25, 2009). "F01/F02 BMW 7-Series gets updated with new 740d, xDrive and M-Sport kit!". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved June 25 2009.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ Paul Tan (April 10, 2009). "BMW 760i and 760Li: flagship V12 power!". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved June 25 2009.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ Paul Tan (July 5, 2008). "New BMW 7-Series F01 Specifications and Photos". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved July 5 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ Back to post (2008-07-14). "Autoblog". Autoblog. Retrieved 2009-04-12.
- ^ LA 2008: Twin-turbo V8 slated for BMW 7 Series
- ^ Paul Tan (May 3, 2008). "ZF Unveils New 8-Speed Automatic Gearbox". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved July 5 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ ZF in the BMW 7 Series: Adaptive Damping Control for Cars
- ^ "Rolls-Royce Ghost: 200EX (a.k.a. RR4) gets a name". Leftlanenews.com. 2009-04-20. Retrieved 2009-07-09.
- ^ BMW 740Li Vantage 入門新版抵價登場
- ^ BMW 7 Series High Security – a new definition of security
- ^ BMW to premiere 7 Series ActiveHybrid at Toronto Auto Show
- ^ Paris Preview: BMW releases more details on 7-series active hybrid
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