BMW 7 Series Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2008–2012) — Fifth Generation
The fifth-generation BMW 7 Series is the brand's full-size luxury sedan, offered in standard and long-wheelbase bodies. It pairs limousine comfort with genuine driver appeal, and its powertrain range spans diesel, gasoline and hybrid options.
Every BMW 7 Series engine here works through an automatic transmission, so the choice is mainly about character. The 730d 3.0 AT is the economical diesel for long trips, while the 750i 4.4 AT xDrive adds all-wheel-drive traction. The ActiveHybrid 7 4.4 AT blends electric assistance into the drivetrain for smoother, quieter progress.
Sedan Long — BMW 7 Series Engines and Transmissions
BMW 7 Series trim levels sit on top of the technical version rather than replacing it. The 740i 3.0 AT, for example, appears as 740 and Base configurations, which share the same mechanicals but differ in interior materials, comfort features and assistance systems. Check each individual car, since optional equipment varied widely.