745e iPerformance xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
745e iPerformance xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
745e iPerformance xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
745e iPerformance xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
745e iPerformance xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
The all-new 2021 BMW 7 Series luxury sedan got a major styling upgrade in 2020 with refreshed exterior styling coupled with numerous comfort and technology upgrades on the inside. The same continues for 2021 as well. BMW has also tweaked all of the 7-Series engine options for heightened performance and efficiency.
BMW has launched the 2021 version of its flagship 7-series sedan starting at a price of $86,800 for the base 740i RWD model. The AWD model comes at just $3,000 more than the RWD model and both models derive their power from a 3.0-liter inline-6 turbocharged motor developing 335 hp.
A more powerful 750i model is also on offer at a price of $103,000 that comes with a 523 hp producing turbocharged 8-cylinder motor. BMW also sells a PHEV version of the 7 Series sedan and a 601 hp producing M760i model as well, priced at $95,900 and $157,800 respectively.
The 7 series received some much-needed updates in 2020 and which is why the 2021 model remains mostly unchanged. BMW still offers one of the best interiors in the category with a slick MMI infotainment unit and an array of modern driver assistance features as well. The BMW 7 Series rivals the likes of the Lexus LS 500, Genesis G90, and the Porsche Panamera.
The 2021 BMW 7-Series is offered in five exciting trims. It includes 740i, 750i xDrive, 745e xDrive iPerformance, and M760i xDrive. BMW 740i is the only trim that is offered in RWD configuration and all of the rest gets AWD or xDrive as BMW likes to call.
The base spec 740i is equipped with a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine and gets features like 18-inch wheels, Dakota leather upholstery, heated and 20-way power-adjustable front seats, LED carpet lighting, 4-zone automatic climate control and much more.
The 750i xDrive trim gets a larger and more powerful 4.4-liter V8 unit and in addition to all the goodies offered on the 740i gets features like 19-inch wheels, Nappa leather upholstery, BMW Teleservices, climate comfort laminated glass, ground illuminating lights in the exterior door handles, active headrest and the list goes on and on and on.
Trim |
740i |
750i |
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MSRP (FWD) |
$86,800 |
- |
MSRP (AWD/xDrive) |
$89,800 |
$103,000 |
Key Features |
3.0L Turbocharged Inline-6 engine |
All the features in 740i added/replaced and: |
Eight-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
4.4L Twin-Turbocharged V8 Engine |
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Adaptive air suspension |
Steering mounted paddle shifters |
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Power trunk lid and close doors |
Head up Display |
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Seats with leather upholstery and heating feature |
Standard safety features including pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning and many more |
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10.25-inch touchscreen display with Wi-Fi |
Wireless smartphone charging pad |
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16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system |
Luxury seating arrangement with multiple power adjustments |
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Wireless smartphone charging pad |
Looking at all the trim levels, we think that the base spec 740i trim makes the most sense. The trim comes with a long list of features and strikes a great balance between power, performance, and luxury. You always can choose the other trims in case you crave more power and performance.
Talking of the 2021 7-Series, the model is available in four engine options. Starting with the inline-6 which is a standard to the 740i, the 4.4 Liter V8 which comes along with the 750i xDrive, a 523 hp plug-in hybrid, and the 601 hp V8 engine powered M760i xDrive.
Apart from this, performance is improved by a highly accurate shiftable eight-speed automatic transmission system with access to paddle shifters mounted on the steering. The 2021 BMW 7-Series at its least powerful setup produced 335 hp and 330 lb-ft from its 3.0L Turbocharged Inline-6 engine that is coupled to a crisp 8-Speed automatic transmission.
Model |
2021 BMW 7 Series |
2021 Lexus LS 500 |
2021 Genesis G90 |
2021 Porsche Panamera |
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MSRP |
$86,800 |
$76,000 |
$72,950 |
$87,200 |
Engine |
3.0L Turbocharged Inline-6 |
3.5L Turbocharged V6 |
3.3L Turbocharged V6 |
2.9L Turbocharged Flat-6 |
Drivetrain |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
10-Speed Automatic |
8-Speed Automatic |
18Speed Automatic |
Power |
335 hp @ 5500 RPM |
416 hp @ 6000 RPM |
365 hp @ 6000 RPM |
325 hp @ 5400 RPM |
Torque |
331 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM |
442 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM |
376 lb-ft @ 1300 RPM |
231 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM |
0-60 MPH |
4.8 seconds |
4.6 seconds |
5.3 seconds |
5.3 seconds |
Quarter-Mile |
13.2 seconds |
13.7 seconds |
13.9 seconds |
13.6 seconds |
Top-Speed |
130 mph |
136 mph |
155 mph |
168 mph |
60-0 |
112 ft |
110 ft |
116 ft |
135 ft* |
*70-0 figures used
The new 7-Series gets incredible accelerating abilities despite having a moderately powered engine, thanks to the slick-shifting drive train and smart all-wheel-drive system. It can do a 0-60 MPH run in 4.8 seconds for 740i Drive and gets more interesting as we go up the trim table!
The Lexus has a close shave with the Bimmer and Genesis G90 stresses a bit less on the performance front, but doesn't fall back much. The new 7-series has got hold of exceptional ride and handling abilities.
With the addition of the xDrive system and adaptive air suspension, the ride quality of this luxury Bimmer has improved well. With an athletic steering and clever suspension setup, BMW makes sure that you and your chauffeur enjoy his driving to the fullest.
Braking has got an equal if not more important than the performance and acceleration abilities of the new 7-Series. It is equipped with disc brakes all-round with composite front rotors that can stop this luxury sedan from 60-0 MPH in under 112 ft., which is quite impressive keeping in mind the curbs of this Bimmer.
BMW has taken the conservative route and has managed to provide the new 7-Series with sustainable MPG figures. The 2021 BMW 7-Series impressive us with 20 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway.
Couple its wholesome MPG figures with the sizable 20.6-gallon fuel tank, you can be cocooned in its luxury for longer durations without a gas stop. These figures are of the base 3.0L turbocharged Inline-6 motor and it will tend to be even better in the newly introduced BMW 745e xDrive that combines an electric motor rated at 111 hp.
Model |
2021 BMW 7 Series |
2021 Lexus LS 500 |
2021 Genesis G90 |
2021 Porsche Panamera |
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MPG (City) |
20 |
19 |
17 |
N/A |
MPG (Highway) |
28 |
30 |
25 |
N/A |
MPG (Combined) |
23 |
23 |
20 |
N/A |
Fuel Capacity (Gallons) |
20.6 |
21.7 |
21.9 |
23.7 |
Range (City/Highway/Combined) (mi.) |
412.0/576.8/473.8 |
412.3/651.0/499.1 |
372.30/547.5/438.0 |
N/A |
Emissions (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr) |
7.7 |
7.7 |
9.0 |
N/A |
The Lexus LS 500 is the only other sedan in this bunch that offers qualitative efficiency figures as the 7-Series. But it has an edge over the Bimmer because of its slightly larger fuel tank which helps it go the farthest. Stricter emission norms will surely put a tight knot on the likes of Genesis G90 and the Panamera.
Amid all the leather, the 2021 7 Series puts a strong emphasis on technology- KBB
The 2021 BMW 7-Series impresses us with its well-put-together interior which gives equal emphasis on comfort, luxury and technology. Packed with loads of premium bits, the seats are wrapped in plush leather which also gets plentiful options across the trims. Connected comfort features make the cabin of the new 7-Series a smart place to be in, as it allows you to control almost all functions in there without moving a muscle.
The seats are heated as well as cooled and have varying degrees of massage functions. Ambient lighting and numerous sunshades across the cabin helps you set the mood just right, both in the day and at night. The driver gets hold of various driver assistance features as well.
Model |
2021 BMW 7 Series |
2021 Lexus LS 500 |
2021 Genesis G90 |
2021 Porsche Panamera |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
First Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in.) |
39.9/59.2/41.4 |
37.3/58.8/41 |
41.1/59.1/46.3 |
N/A |
Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in.) |
38.9/57.7/44.4 |
37.3/56.4/38.9 |
38/57.9/37.8 |
N/A |
Trunk Capacity (cu.-ft.) |
18.2 |
17.0 |
15.7 |
17.6 |
BMW didn't have to compromise in terms of cargo capacity despite lavishly laying out the seating. This is because of its longer wheelbase that also helps in a more planted driving experience. It gets a fairly large trunk with 18.2 cu.-ft. of usable volume. The dashboard is well laid out with loads of soft-touch materials and aluminum trimming.
Various interesting cabin features of the 2021 BMW 7-Series are as follows:
The latest infotainment range and connectivity options make the new BMW 7-Series quite engaging. The dashboard is well organized, glazing with a 10.25-inch touchscreen interface, steering mounted controls for easy accessibility, and a premium 15-speaker audio setup by Harman Kardon.
The new iDrive 7 system seamlessly connects the infotainment screen and the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster to create a plausible ecosystem that functions as an integral part of the core system by voice, touchscreen inputs. The iDrive touchpad controller works just like a laptop touchpad. Various infotainment features on offer are:
Smart cabin layout and a longer wheelbase have helped the new BMW 7-Series have the largest cargo compartment of this bunch. The closest competitor is Lexus LS 500 but it loses out both on cargo volume as well as seating. Both Genesis G90 and the Porsche tend to share a lot of common ground with marginally different cargo volumes.
This behemoth looks great from all angles and demands attention when cruising down the road- Carbuzz
BMWs are known for their iconic kidney grilles. It's heartening to see that BMW didn't take any drastic measures with the 2021 7-Series like the new 2021 4 Series. But it gets a daily upsized kidney-grille layout that goes well with the size of this luxury sedan. The newly updated design tweaks the front and rear fascia gives it a bit more aggression as compared to the previous generation 7-Series.
You can differentiate between the 740i and 750i models, from their different wheel designs and of course the badging at the rear! The wheels are 18-inches and come wrapped in all-season tires. The 2021 7-Series is treated generously with chrome accents in the exterior and a lot of it on the kidney grilles. The front bumper gets an edgy update and its LED projector headlamps complement the new aggressive outlook.
Models |
2021 BMW 7 Series |
2021 Lexus LS 500 |
2021 Genesis G90 |
2021 Porsche Panamera |
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Curb Weight (lbs.) |
4244 |
4696 |
N/A |
4222 |
Length (in.) |
207.4 |
206.1 |
204.9 |
198.8 |
Width(in.) |
74.9 |
74.8 |
75.4 |
78.2 |
Height(in.) |
58.2 |
57.5 |
58.9 |
56 |
Ground Clearance(in.) |
NA |
NA |
5.1 |
NA |
Wheelbase(in.) |
126.4 |
123 |
124.4 |
116.1 |
The new 7-Series is the longest of this bunch both in wheelbase and length. This helps in the cabin layout which BMW has utilized well. The 7-Series is also the lightest offering in this bunch and that is a rare sight among fully-fledged luxury sedans. Various notable exterior features of the 2021 7-Series are:
Packed with a wide range of passive safety systems and Driver Assistance features, the 7-Series stands out in its segment in terms of safety and reliability. Safety has always been a strong point for the 7-Series
As the 2021 BMW 7-Series has been structurally carried over from the 2020 model, it will carry forth all of the safety benefits, already available and much more. Some of the impressive safety features in the 2021 BMW 7-Series are:
The interior of the Lexus LS 500 is crafted with genteel materials and sophisticated tech features. On the other hand, the BMW 7-Series has a more balanced layout of luxury, comfort and performance. If we take all of these into consideration, then the Bimmer triumphs over the Lexus for its more balanced offering, despite being on the pricier side.
With similar performance numbers and interior features, both cars face strong competition. It comes down to the styling cues and thanks to the still sanely designed kidney grilles, the BMW 7-Series looks much more compelling than the Genesis G90. The front grille on the Genesis requires a bold bunch of audiences which is hard to come by. The Bimmer makes more sense and is better suited to the "luxury" field of the two.
If you are looking to experience an all-in-one package of performance and ultra-luxury, the 2021 BMW 7-Series will be an apt choice. Available in five different trims with varying engine options and abundance of standard features, the 7-Series can be claimed as one of the best luxury sedans available in the market. Also, you get additional safety assurance with a range of passive safety systems and Driver Assistance features.
The Lexus LS 500 might have more performance, the Genesis G90 might be bold and the Porsche me be the most athletic, but the 2021 BMW 7-Series incorporates all of this and provides you with the best of all these worlds. This makes it a well-rounded luxury offering, despite being priced on the higher side.