7 Series (F01) F01/02 760i/Li revelead

[Deutsch]

MUNICH, Germany — BMW is redefining the term flagship with its revamped 760i and long-wheelbase 760Li sedans, both of which are powered by an all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V12 mated to a new eight-speed automatic transmission jointly developed with ZF.

The new 12-cylinder engine features gasoline direct-injection technology. Its output is 536 horsepower, with torque peaking at 553 pound-feet. BMW says the powertrain returns a respectable 18 mpg on the European cycle, while enabling 0-60-mph acceleration in less than 4.6 seconds — nothing short of remarkable for a large luxury sedan.

The company is also planning to couple the eight-speed automatic with its Active Hybrid technology, which combines a V8 gasoline engine with an electric motor. BMW says to look for a production-ready 7 Series Hybrid to appear later this year, perhaps at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show.

The automaker continues to develop and fit other emerging technologies as well to the big sedans. Standard equipment on the latest iterations includes Dynamic Damping Control and Dynamic Drive (roll stability). The 760Li also gets a self-leveling air suspension. Both models can be ordered with Integral Active Steering, which features speed-related adjustment of the steering angle on the rear wheels for enhanced high-speed stability.

A dizzying array of high-tech options is available: Lane Change Warning, lane-departure warning, Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go function, Night Vision with detection of individual persons, a head-up display, back-up camera, sideview system, high-beam assistant and adaptive headlights, including Bending Lights, variable light distribution and adaptive headlight range control.

The 760Li gets a 5.5-inch stretch in the wheelbase, with a concurrent increase in rear-passenger head- and legroom. Both models feature opulent cockpits trimmed in napa leather, Alcantara and burr walnut, with a full range of high-end accessories.

Inside Line says: Our favorite new feature on the 7 Series: Automatic Soft Close for all doors. — Paul Lienert, Correspondent

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=145726#2

 

[Merc1]

Uh oh.......BMW is striking back on the same day.

436hp and a 8-speed transmission....nice.

At first glance it looks just like the 750Li.


M

 

[GTA45E]

Amazing news, look at that engine!

This has got to be the best V12 now.

Mercedes needs and update and quick. Thay should have presented a new V12 in the f/l S600.

 

[LaArtist]

Umm what was the big deal here..
its a top of the line 7er..beautiful car..
but it sounded like it would be something totaly diffrent than the other 7ers..

Ohh well the rear looks even better now..
Front still is a issue for me..

Now lets see the interior


PS
Love the reply from MB to the S600 competition is healthy

 

[LaArtist]

Ohh here we go..




PS
Interior could be more upscale looks like the normal 7er interior..
Exhaust are nice though

 

[Centurion]

Umm what was the big deal here..
its a top of the line 7er..beautiful car..
but it sounded like it would be something totaly diffrent than the other 7ers..

Exactly. Scott hyped it up to be the second coming of Christ. Besides the quad exhausts there is no visual difference between it and the 750i. Engien power output is marvellous though.

 

[LaArtist]

Why is this car called F02 and the other 7ers F01?

 

[GTA45E]

I think those exhaust pipes are a hit. Thay do look better than the S600s exhaust pipes.

I agree with you about the interior Artist. It`s nothing to argue with though. It`s all 7er. I would have expected a wood steering wheel.

 

[GTA45E]

Exactly. Scott hyped it up to be the second coming of Christ.

lOl!!!



It is!!!
Just wait for the BMW fan to start posting.

 

[Hadi]

wow, ammazing...look @ this sexy ass! 536HP wow......

 

[LaArtist]

750NM? kind of short for a brand new engine
the dead old one in the S has 830 and 517hp..

0-100 times are 4.6 for both

13l/100km vs 14.3 for the S600

PS
I think the S will be able to keep up with this one

 

[Centurion]

750NM? kind of short for a brand new engine
the dead old one in the S has 830 and 517hp..

0-100 times are 4.6 for both

13l/100km vs 14.3 for the S600

PS
I think the S will be able to keep up with this one

I was just going to post the torque figures. The 760i is a bit on the short side which is a pity for 4 board members travelling in one. Bare in mind that the 4.6sec is for 0-60mph in the 7er while the S-class reaches 0-62mph in the same time frame. There is an edge in having producing more torque. But the F02 does win in fuel consumption which is quite important these days, although not a highly decisive factor for anyone even contemplating to buy a V12 behemoth.

 

[LaArtist]

^fuel and emissions are irrelevant if you buy a 6litre V12..
so i dont even wanna hear about that..
Its just as irrelevant as cornering G´s for a pickup truck..

 

[Monster]

Exactly, and I thought BMW will debute the full LED headlights on the 760i as well.

 

[Centurion]

^fuel and emissions are irrelevant if you buy a 6litre V12..
so i dont even wanna hear about that..
Its just as irrelevant as cornering G´s for a pickup truck..

............in other words

S600: 1
760i: 0



To be honest I was expecting some innovation such as incorporated hybrid technology or slightly differently bars in the grill or more advanced head lights.

 

[PHYBENZ]

Give me an S600, 760Li overrated. The front of the car is so dull.

 

[coolraoul]

Why is this car called F02 and the other 7ers F01?

F02 is the LWB, F01 is the SWB.

Looks very nice, very sleek. Still need to see it ITL. The front doesn't look as good as the rest of the car though.

S600 looks more technological, more imposing. Both amazing cars! The new A8 better be damn good to keep up with those marvels!

 

[SCOTT27]

Both the BMW 760i and 760Li have their World Premiere in Shanghai next week along with the World Premiere of the new X5M.
There is a lot more info still to come regarding the 7er later so stay tuned.

Then in May the launch of 2009 : The BMW 5er Gran Turismo , and then June - The BMW X1 Sport Activity Vehicle - which is going nuts on closed off streets in Manhattan later tonight with the PURSUIT team.

 

[NarutoRamen]

The car looks a bit better than the regular one. But i love the specs though, thats awesome!

 

[BMW M]

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