Primary Navigation Mobile

There is a newer version of this car Read the latest BMW 7-Series Saloon review here

BMW 7-Series Saloon (2008-2015) review

Looking for a different model? (change model)
Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5

At a glance

Price new £57,105 - £103,170
Used prices £2,676 - £19,501
Road tax cost £210 - £735
Insurance group 45 - 50
Get an insurance quote with
Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 370 - 880 miles
View full specs for a specific version

Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Hybrid

Pros & cons

PROS

Incredibly comfortable, exceptionally well built, acres of rear space, superbly refined

CONS

Poor depreciation, high running costs

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

This BMW 7-Series may look less controversial than the model that was launched in 2002, but that doesn’t mean that it’s any less revolutionary. There are no carry-over components from the previous car and this 7-Series has a softer and more elegant look to it. There are new engines that bring emissions to a new low and – for the first time – it’s possible to buy a model that emits less than 200g/km of CO2 – the same as some much smaller family cars.

Inside, every car comes with satellite navigation and is elegantly finished with top quality materials. The high-tech gadgets available on the options list have a Tomorrow’s World flavour to them, with night vision, head-up display and a side-view camera offered.