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BMW 7-Series Saloon (2002-2008) review

Item: BMW 7-Series (2002 - 2008)
Rating: 3.5
Author: David Ross

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Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5

At a glance

Price new	£45,785 - £85,150
Used prices	£931 - £6,001 View 8 for sale Get a finance quote
Road tax cost	£415 - £735
Insurance group	43 - 49
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Fuel economy	Not tested to latest standards
Range	387 - 678 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

Supremely refined and comfortable, handles well for a large saloon, huge rear legroom

Ungainly styling, Mercedes S-Class more cosseting and sophisticated inside

BMW 7-Series (02-08) rivals

Written by David Ross Updated: 10 October 2023

Overview

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying this 7-Series was a clean break from its conservative predecessor. A 2005 facelift toned the looks toned down and improved the engines and suspension, but styling aside, the large saloon is a wonderfully comfortable long distance cruiser with a range of refined powerplants and pleasing handling.