2025 BMW 7 Series: A Deep Dive into Luxury and Performance
The 2025 BMW 7 Series continues its legacy as a flagship of luxury, offering a blend of opulence and cutting-edge technology. This sedan provides a range of features and powertrain options designed to appeal to discerning drivers.
Standard Features
Across all 7 Series models, buyers will find a comprehensive suite of amenities. Each car comes with an adaptive suspension equipped with air springs and stylish 20-inch wheels, LED headlights, a panoramic moonroof, keyless entry and start, and remote start. The interior is upholstered in synthetic leather and features four-zone automatic climate control, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. Ambient lighting, wireless device charging, a Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound audio system, and power rear window sunshades further elevate the driving experience. BMW’s Curved Display is a prominent feature, integrating a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Safety Technologies
The 2025 7 Series prioritizes safety with a comprehensive standard suite of driver-assistance features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitors with steering assist, lane departure steering assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. A head-up display, road-sign recognition, automatic high beams, and automated parking also contribute to the peace of mind offered by this luxury vehicle. For drivers seeking the ultimate in tech integration, the Driving Assistance Professional Package upgrades the system with Active Driving Assistant Pro and Highway Assistant, enabling hands-free semi-autonomous highway driving.
Trim Level Breakdown
The 2025 7 Series offers several trim levels, each with distinct features and capabilities.
- 740i: The base model offers rear-wheel drive and delivers a powerful driving experience.
- 740i xDrive: This model adds all-wheel drive for enhanced traction and control.
- 750e xDrive: This plug-in hybrid variant combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor for improved efficiency and performance. It also offers leather upholstery as standard.
- 760i xDrive: The top-tier trim features rear-wheel steering, the BMW Individual interior with upgraded leather and trim choices, and ventilated and massaging front seats.
Both the Premium and Executive packages are available across all powertrains:
- Premium Package: This package includes an illuminated grille and a suite of safety tech, such as adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, BMW’s Active Driving Assistant (integrating adaptive cruise control and lane-centering steering functions), and remote-controlled automated parking through your smartphone.
- Executive Package: Building upon the Premium Package, the Executive Package adds upgraded headlights, automatic doors, heated armrests, heated rear seats, and, on the 740 and 750e models, ventilated and massaging front seats.
Powertrain Options and Specs
The 2025 7 Series offers various powertrain options, ranging from a powerful inline-six-cylinder engine to a robust V-8.
- 740i: This model is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine, generating 375 horsepower and 398 pounds-feet of torque. With rear-wheel drive, it accelerates from 0-60 mph in a brisk 5.2 seconds and offers an EPA-rated 25/31/28 mpg city/highway/combined. The 740i xDrive, with all-wheel drive, achieves 24/31/27 mpg.
- 750e xDrive: This plug-in hybrid combines a detuned version of the turbo six-cylinder engine with an electric motor for a system total of 483 hp and 516 pounds-feet of torque. The 14.4-kilowatt-hour battery pack provides 33 miles of electric range. It can reach 60 mph in 4.6 seconds.
- 760i xDrive: The top-of-the-line 760i xDrive is equipped with a 536-hp, twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8, producing 553 pounds-feet of torque. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 4.1 seconds but with an EPA-rated fuel economy of 18/25/20 mpg.
All 2025 7 Series models employ an eight-speed automatic transmission, ensuring smooth and efficient power delivery.
