The leather-wrapped steering wheel is just about perfect, and some drivers will find its audio controls close to salvation. Each 7 Series model delivers the luxurious feeling that cars in this class are supposed to create. They control the damper stiffness, throttle response, steering response, transmission response, and stability control. Its power steering may be electric, but its feedback is better than in most rivals, and active rear steering can help low-speed maneuvers by moving the rear tires in the opposite direction of the fronts at speed below 35 mph. Show full review Vehicle Overview The five-seat 5 Series is offered with a twin-turbo V-8 550i , a single-turbo six-cylinder 535i , a turbo-diesel six-cylinder 535d and a turbocharged 2. The voice commands, specifically for navigation, needs to be improved upon. Depending on the information stored, the driver can have points-of-interest in the area flagged, read up on any stored details, start navigation to any of the points-of-interest, alter the map view and have the current location or destination displayed.
From a dynamic standpoint, the 7 Series is a satisfying machine to operate: superbly comfortable and quiet, and quick and agile for a sedan of its size and weight. The 740Li and both 750 models can be equipped with xDrive all-wheel drive, while all 740 and 750 models feature an automatic stop-start system that turns off the engine when the car is stopped to save fuel. Backseat space remains one of the few weaknesses. While features shift slightly depending on which model you choose, the focus is mostly on power and fuel efficiency. It's now more in touch with its roots, with more responsive handling than in the previous version, though it's still longer, heavier, and wider than before.
This gives the driver even better orientation thanks to an enhanced depiction of the location and precise lane guidance. You can feel the greater torque. They add up to a driver-focused cabin that doesn't go full fighter cockpit, rendered bleak with buttons and inscrutable controls. Also, side indicator lights are now integrated into the exterior mirrors. See your dealer for details. Driving in town for everyday trips it is a pretty big car to navigate around in. In addition to the inline-6 and V8 engines, there's a V12 and a hybrid powertrain, all of them turbocharged.
Excluding the trunk button, that is, which is located down so low you can't see it or reach it with your seatbelt fastened. Coming in last is the 540d with a 3. The 7's supple leather, rich wood accents and other high-quality materials assure a suitably premium feel. Other improvements to the entire 5 Series lineup — including the Gran Turismo models — include revised front and rear styling, standard adaptive xenon high-intensity-discharge headlamps and an iDrive navigation system with a tracing pad for direct character input. The long hood and sleek roofline add to the wow factor, especially when you notice the humped wheelwells and the short front overhang, almost like a racecar.
But when the driver applies power more aggressively, especially through bends, the xDrive 7 adjusts torque distribution to maintain the sporty handling dynamics of rear-wheel drive. Competitors include the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6 and Infiniti M. I'd also say that the ride is not as controlled as in my previous generations of 5-Series sedans, including several M5's. Whether the good outweighs the bad depends on personal taste. We sometimes find it overwhelming. All-wheel drive xDrive is available. The 540i comes with a Display Key that allows drivers to control fan speeds, driverless parking, remote starting and to enjoy a unique feature that lets them get the 540i into or out of a parking space while controlling it from the outside.
So common that its not a matter of if, but when! On the exterior it has a beautiful color, it calls Sophisto gray with Oyster interiors. Additional benefits like towing and roadside assistance may be available, so read the carefully. Out on the road, we found the ride quality of the Alpina B7 firm but surprisingly forgiving, considering its shorter springs and larger wheels. Vehicle Overview Those seeking a large, comfortable, and technology-filled sedan should consider the. With either the Sport Package or M Sport Package provide a sport suspension, upgraded wheels and tires, and an M Sport steering wheel, plus other dress-ups and additional features. Prepared by German tuner Alpina, the B7 is essentially a high-performance M version of the 750.
We'd say they drove us crazy, except we were already half-crazy from the others, including Volvo and Mercedes-Benz. See your dealer for details. Voice control is becoming even easier to use. A small lip on the trunk lid only adds accent to the car's lines when viewed from the side. There seemed to be nothing wrong but the message. Other improvements to the entire 5 Series lineup — including the Gran Turismo models — include revised front and rear styling, standard adaptive xenon high-intensity-discharge headlamps and an iDrive navigation system with a tracing pad for direct character input. Sometimes, in order to get an incorrect warning off your screen that something is unsafe, you have to do something unsafe, such as take your concentration off the road and mess with the screen.
In Edmunds testing, an earlier 740i with slightly less power accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 5. The new function includes a dictation function, which gives drivers the opportunity to dictate text freely and compose short text-based messages simply by saying what they wish to write. See your dealer for details. Yet with some driving time on a curvy, dynamically demanding road, we think you'll agree that the 5-Series has a strong, direct driving feel, urged on by responsive turbo engines. The 740i and 750i models with the standard wheelbase still have good legroom 38. As for the 7 Series ride, you won't find flaws there, either.
There are also eight programmable buttons that look like radio presets. Competition The list of competitors remains unchanged and since each model delivers pretty much the same amount of power and luxury we would say it will be just a matter of personal choice. So far I have not had any maintenance issues. You can tune it yourself, using the Dynamic Driving knob with four settings: Normal, Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus. The 5 Series lineup includes the Gran Turismo, a tall hatchback built on the 7 Series sedan platform. Naturally, the V12 is swifter than the inline-6, but the six-cylinder is quick enough.