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$95,900
starting MSRP
24
Key specs
Base trim shown
- Sedan
Body style
- 22
Combined MPG
- 17 mi.
EPA-est. range EPA-est. range EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.
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Level 2 charging Level 2 charging Charge time estimates are based on using a 240-volt charging circuit charging from empty to 100% battery capacity. Level 2 is the fastest way to charge at home, though charging times can vary and are dependent on factors such as the capabilities of the charging circuit, charging equipment and the vehicle’s onboard charger.
- 12 kWh
Battery capacity Battery capacity Battery capacity is measured in kilowatt-hours, which is a measure of how much energy is used over time. A 70-kWh battery has more energy capacity than a 50-kWh battery and would result in a longer driving range if all other factors were equal. But more battery capacity doesn’t always mean longer range because of differences in energy consumption from vehicle to vehicle.
- 5
Seating capacity
- 207.4” x 58.2”
Dimensions
- All-wheel drive
Drivetrain
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Overview
The good:
- Nimble handling for size
- Quick acceleration
- Comfortable front seats
- Massive backseat
- Luxurious interior
The bad:
- Minimal steering feedback
- Legibility of silver- and glasslike buttons
- Practicality of gesture controls
- Huge rear doors a liability in parking lots
- Price rises quickly with options
1 trim
Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price
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xDrive
$95,900
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Our 2021 BMW 745e trim comparison will help you decide.
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Notable features
- Full-size luxury sedan
- Carbon-fiber-intensive platform
- Rear- or all-wheel drive
- Active suspension, four-wheel steering available
- Hands-free low-speed highway driving system available
- Gesture-based controls
2021 BMW 745e review: Our expert's take
What Is the 2021 BMW 7 Series?
The BMW 7 Series is a large luxury sedan with seating for four or five, depending on the model. Rear- and all-wheel-drive versions are offered, and engine choices range from a 335-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six in the 740i to a 600-hp, turbocharged 6.6-liter V-12 in the M760i. There’s also a plug-in hybrid variant, the 745e. Competitors include the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi A8.
What’s New on the 2021 BMW 7 Series?
Heated front seats, heated armrests and a heated steering wheel are now standard. A remote start feature is also standard.
What Features in the 2021 BMW 7 Series Are Most Important?
- Long list of standard active safety features
- Spacious and luxurious cabin
- Agility, considering its size
- Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
- Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required after data trial)
- Harman Kardon surround-sound system
- Navigation
- Hands-free low-speed highway driving system available
Should I Buy the 2021 BMW 7 Series?
If you like your BMWs big, luxurious and loaded with features, the 7 Series is for you. Handling is nimble for a car this size, and the 7 Series’ higher-powered engine offerings make it surprisingly quick.
Consumer reviews
100% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 5.0
- Interior design 5.0
- Performance 5.0
- Value for the money 5.0
- Exterior styling 5.0
- Reliability 5.0
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Warranty
New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by
BMW
New car program benefits
- Bumper-to-bumper
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48 months/50,000 miles
- Corrosion
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144 months/unlimited distance
- Powertrain
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48 months/50,000 miles
- Hybrid electric
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96 months/80,000 miles
- Maintenance
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36 months/36,000 miles
- Roadside assistance
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48 months/unlimited distance
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
- Maximum age/mileage
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Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
- Basic warranty terms
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1 year/unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year/50,000-mile new car warranty
- Powertrain
- View all cpo program details
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