The New BMW 7 Series 2009

The All new BMW 7 series F01/F02

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.

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.

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. 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.The models include a 6-speed automatic transmission (760i/Li;Activhybrid7: 8-speed automatik). Dynamic Drive Control with optional Adaptive Drive added COMFORT setting in addition to Comfort, NORMAL, SPORT and SPORT+ modes, with reduced stability control intervention in the SPORT+ setting and in the traction mode.

The cargo capacity is 500 litres. Optional features include 4-zone automatic air conditioning, telecommunication and navigation systems, a USB port, an 80 GB hard disc for navigation data and music collection, a multi-channel audio system, a DAB double tuner, a DVD entertainment system at the rear, a Head-Up Display, an electrically swivelling trailer hook.

All BMW 7 Series' have in series safety equipment: Beside ABS including brake assistant and CBC (Cornering Brake control) pretensioner and belt load limiter on all seats, ESP (Dynamic Stability Control, BMW) with DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) are present. Furthermore 8 Airbags (driver/front passenger, head curtain airbags (both rows) and two sideairbags,front outboard and rear outboard, as well as driver and passenger knee airbags) and active headrests in front. The adaptive brake lights indicate how strongly the vehicle is braking. In the case of an emergency stop, the normal LED running lights (on when low beams are on) are illuminated to the same intensity of the brighter normal LED brake indicator light, creating a large, extra bright light to warn drivers behind. Also, adaptive bi-xenon headlights (low beam) swivel in accordance with the steering wheel for curves, level when going over hills, or when the car is loaded, to reduce glare to other drivers. Also, side turn indicators are standard on every BMW on the front quarter-panels.

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Summary

Production 2009–Class Full size luxury car
Body style(s) 4-door sedan
Layout FR Layout, AWD (750i/Li only)[8]
Engine(s) 6.0L 552 PS (406 kW) twin turbo V12
4.4L 407 PS (299 kW) twin turbo V8
3.0L 326 PS (240 kW) I6
3.0L 245 PS (180 kW) turbodiesel I6
3.0L 306 PS (225 kW) turbodiesel I6
Transmission(s) 6-speed ZF automatic 8-speed ZF automatic
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)
Fuel capacity 82 L (18 imp gal; 22 US gal)

The 5th generation F01/F02 came out January 2009, replacing the 4th generation 7 Series. All models come with a ZF 6-speed automatic transmission. Five variants are showcased at debut, the 750Li, the 740Li, the 750i, the 740i and the 730d.[9]

An all-aluminum 3.0-liter straight-six cylinder diesel engine produces 245 hp (183 kW; 248 PS). The peak torque figure of 540 N·m (400 lb·ft) comes in at 1,750 rpm up through 3,000 rpm. Its 194g/km emission figure is class-leading for conventionally powered luxury cars, as is its 38.7 mpg[clarification needed] fuel consumption figure.[10]

BMW switched from a MacPherson strut front suspension to a double wishbone design for improved handling.
Model Engine Code Engine Type Displacement Power Torque 0–100 km/h (s) Years made
760Li N74B60 V12 48V 5,972 cc (364.4 cu in) 552 PS (406 kW; 544 hp) @ 5250 rpm 750 N·m (550 lb·ft) @ 1500-5000 rpm 4.6 (aut) 2009-
750i/750Li N63 V8 32V 4,395 cc (268.2 cu in) 408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp) @ 5500-6400 rpm 600 N·m (440 lb·ft) @ 1750-4500 rpm 5.2 (aut) 2009–
740i/740Li N54 I6 24V 2,979 cc (181.8 cu in) 326 PS (240 kW; 322 hp) @ 5800 rpm 450 N·m (330 lb·ft) @ 1500-4500 rpm 5.7 (aut) 2009–
730d/730Ld N57 I6 24V 2,993 cc (182.6 cu in) 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) @ 4000 rpm 540 N·m (400 lb·ft) @ 1750-3000 rpm 7.2 (aut) 2009–
740d[8] N57 I6 24V 2,993 cc (182.6 cu in) 306 PS (225 kW; 302 hp) 600 N

In April 2009, BMW announced plans for a 760Li, which will be BMW's new flagship model. The 760Li will be equipped with a twin-turbocharged V12 producing 544 horsepower, which will propel the car from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 4.6 seconds.
Improved iDrive

The new F01/F02 is equipped with a more intuitive iDrive system with a full featured web browser. Video this will be safer, and more technologically advanced as well as rich in entertainment.

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Perforemance

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Model	Drive	0-100 km/h acceleration	Top speed
740i/740Li	RWD	5.9/6.0	250 km/h (160 mph)
750i/750Li	RWD, AWD (optional)	5.2/5.3	250 km/h (160 mph)
760i/760Li	RWD	4.6	250 km/h (160 mph)
ActiveHybrid7/ActiveHybrid7L	RWD	4.9	250 km/h (160 mph)
730d/Ld	RWD	7.2/7.3	245 km/h (152 mph)
740d	RWD	6.3	250 km/h (160 mph)