And you too might be surprised that the big sedan has Hill Descent Control standard-for those downhills in icy, messy weather, not for off-roading-with an option for night vision and active cruise control. Advanced features — like adaptive cruise control with a collision warning system, blind spot detection, and even a night-vision feature — are optional. Like all radar-cruise systems, the radar detects objects and cars in front and adjusts speed accordingly. It may show more effect on slippery roads. We've settled into the multi-adjustable front seats for hours-long drives with just a few quick clicks of the seat controls, and found plenty of headroom, shoulder room, and legroom. It's a sophisticated system that can send up to 80 percent of torque to the rear wheels to improve traction. I did notice a bit better feel of the road through the M-sport steering wheel, likely another benefit of those bigger wheels and accompanying low-profile tires.
We'll bring you the 2011 review just as soon as cars are available. Even with those impressive specs, the audio system is restrained. Except that the 750i isn't a great cornering car. As this engine pumps out 407 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque, we would expect better behavior than that. The system is programmed to also shift torque to the rear while cornering, but we could not feel the difference. That package also means a 600-watt 16-speaker audio system, with subwoofers under each front seat.
The more fun and costlier difference between this test vehicle and our long-termer, as my colleagues have discussed, is the sport package. Although our rear-wheel-drive Four Seasons 7-series performed pretty well in the snow this winter, its electronics were forced to work overtime in order the keep the nose pointed straight ahead. We do think the techno-driven styling of some controls draws down the cabin's serene statement, but wind and engine noise are extremely low, and all cars we've examined up close had faultless build quality. The 7-Series is immensely comfortable inside and has all the traditional luxury that buyers in this price class will expect; but it also emphasizes technology, with extras like a heads-up display, blind-spot detection and active seats. Even in full sport mode it leaned in the corners, with no sign of any flat rotation.
We do think the techno-driven styling of some controls draws down the cabin's serene statement, but wind and engine noise are extremely low, and all cars we've examined up close had faultless build quality. You can have it your way — but before you buy, give that sport package a serious try. For the same reason, we typically turned off the collision warning that comes bundled with the radar-based cruise control. First-class accommodations, from the spacious interior to the standard front seats that bend to your will, helped make short work of 1000-mile trips to New York and Virginia. Both come powered by a 400-horsepower, 4.
Available with either the 750 or 760 models, it includes active roll stabilization for flatter cornering, plus a sport steering wheel, aerodynamic kit, and special trim and color schemes. In 3D view, the maps show topographical features, letting us see every mountain peak and canyon. A split-screen feature let us assign about a third of this screen to showing trip data, audio information, or a different map view. The 7-Series uses a new system called. The car requested a second oil change, adding a few more inspections than the first, at 34,691 miles. Mike Ofiara, Road Test Coordinator I agree with previous comments that this particular spec 7-series is just as compelling in its own way as our identically priced 2009 Four Seasons 750Li, which is loaded up with almost every imaginable luxury and safety feature.
Both the six-disc changer and the iPod integration came as part of the Premium Sound package. The cabin's just astounding, with so much passenger room, it's close to the long-wheelbase-only 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. We noticed that the new Pirelli winter tires introduced a minor but annoying vibration at highway speeds. Fitting all-wheel drive to a big rear-drive car, however, can run the risk of upsetting driving dynamics. Having to hear if you change your mind send me a text. The 7-series seems to be okay with that. While it weighs plenty, the 7-Series' lightweight control-arm independent suspension front and rear gives its responses an airier touch.
We mentioned the difficulty with iPhone music selection, and we're not all that keen on the address-entry screen, either. Instead of relying on flashing lights and warnings, just use your properly adjusted mirrors; we all learned that once. He instantly made me feel confident on my decision and without hesitation showed me I had nothing to worry about and addressed all my concerns and questions promptly and with such high hopes and a great attitude! Chief among them is iDrive. Model overview: The 750i and 750Li are virtually the same car but the 750Li has a few inches of extra length. The M Sport package comes with twenty-inch wheels, an aerodynamic kit, an M Sport steering wheel, and anthracite headliner trim; the exterior pieces, combined with the gray paint, really enhance the styling and bring the big, boring 7-series body back to life. Also slated to reach the U.
A 180-degree camera, a rearview camera, and parking sensors help the 7-Series steer out of parking spots. It includes front, side, and side-curtain airbags; rear-seat head protection airbags; active head restraints on the front seats; and knee airbags. We'll bring you the 2011 review just as soon as cars are available. . Last year, the 7-Series went from being one of our least-favorite luxury sedans to one of our most coveted.
Looking up and down its silky smooth body we can find no flaw. The greenhouse grew tall, the fenders drooped, and the trunklid sprouted a vestigial double deck. In its wake were damaged homes, uprooted trees, and utility poles scattered about like toothpicks. The 750Li is the choice for those who might carry backseat passengers or might be the backseat passenger and don't have to worry about parking space. For the majority of the test, the blind-spot-detection and lane-departure-warning systems that come as part of the Driver Assistance package remained off so as to silence their pestering beeps.
We absolutely loved our first one, probably because it to was alpine white and a perfect color for the Sacramento Valley, had plenty of room and power. The key-fob battery died unusually early at 1330 miles. Prepare to be astounded inside the 2010 7-Series, especially in long-wheelbase versions. Unfortunately, Michigan is known for two things: great lakes and bad roads. All of the driving comfort Mike Hanley mentioned in is still there, but I found the experience a bit numbing. This digital format makes it very easy to find information, as it is well indexed.