German Car Zone

Deutsch · 04-08-2009, 07:09 PM

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MUNICH, Germany — BMW is redefining the term flagship with its revamped 760i and long-wheelbase 760Li sedans, both of which are powered by an all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V12 mated to a new eight-speed automatic transmission jointly developed with ZF.

The new 12-cylinder engine features gasoline direct-injection technology. Its output is 536 horsepower, with torque peaking at 553 pound-feet. BMW says the powertrain returns a respectable 18 mpg on the European cycle, while enabling 0-60-mph acceleration in less than 4.6 seconds — nothing short of remarkable for a large luxury sedan.

The company is also planning to couple the eight-speed automatic with its Active Hybrid technology, which combines a V8 gasoline engine with an electric motor. BMW says to look for a production-ready 7 Series Hybrid to appear later this year, perhaps at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show.

The automaker continues to develop and fit other emerging technologies as well to the big sedans. Standard equipment on the latest iterations includes Dynamic Damping Control and Dynamic Drive (roll stability). The 760Li also gets a self-leveling air suspension. Both models can be ordered with Integral Active Steering, which features speed-related adjustment of the steering angle on the rear wheels for enhanced high-speed stability.

A dizzying array of high-tech options is available: Lane Change Warning, lane-departure warning, Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go function, Night Vision with detection of individual persons, a head-up display, back-up camera, sideview system, high-beam assistant and adaptive headlights, including Bending Lights, variable light distribution and adaptive headlight range control.

The 760Li gets a 5.5-inch stretch in the wheelbase, with a concurrent increase in rear-passenger head- and legroom. Both models feature opulent cockpits trimmed in napa leather, Alcantara and burr walnut, with a full range of high-end accessories.

Inside Line says: Our favorite new feature on the 7 Series: Automatic Soft Close for all doors. — Paul Lienert, Correspondent

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Merc1 · 04-08-2009, 07:13 PM

Uh oh.......BMW is striking back on the same day.

436hp and a 8-speed transmission....nice.

At first glance it looks just like the 750Li.

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GTA8.5 · 04-08-2009, 07:17 PM

Amazing news, look at that engine!

This has got to be the best V12 now.

Mercedes needs and update and quick. Thay should have presented a new V12 in the f/l S600.

The Artist · 04-08-2009, 07:17 PM

Umm what was the big deal here..
its a top of the line 7er..beautiful car..
but it sounded like it would be something totaly diffrent than the other 7ers..

Ohh well the rear looks even better now..
Front still is a issue for me..

Now lets see the interior

PS
Love the reply from MB to the S600 competition is healthy

The Artist · 04-08-2009, 07:21 PM

Ohh here we go..

PS
Interior could be more upscale looks like the normal 7er interior..
Exhaust are nice though

Centurion · 04-08-2009, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by The Artist

Umm what was the big deal here..
its a top of the line 7er..beautiful car..
but it sounded like it would be something totaly diffrent than the other 7ers..

Exactly. Scott hyped it up to be the second coming of Christ. Besides the quad exhausts there is no visual difference between it and the 750i. Engien power output is marvellous though.

The Artist · 04-08-2009, 07:24 PM

Why is this car called F02 and the other 7ers F01?

GTA8.5 · 04-08-2009, 07:24 PM

I think those exhaust pipes are a hit. Thay do look better than the S600s exhaust pipes.

I agree with you about the interior Artist. It`s nothing to argue with though. It`s all 7er. I would have expected a wood steering wheel.