More diesel power for BMW 7 Series
29 June 2009
- New 740d most powerful diesel yet
- Efficient Dynamics aids economy
- Revised 730d also more economical
BMW is fitting its new twin-turbo diesel engine in the 7 Series.
The 3.0-litre engine – to be badged 740d – accelerates the 7-Series from 0-62mph in 6.3 seconds and on to 155mph, yet returns 40.9mpg and emits 181g/km of carbon dioxide, thanks to BMW’s Efficient Dynamics technology.
The engine has new high-pressure piezo-electric fuel injectors, improved brake energy regeneration and a lower-power air-conditioning compressor.
Prices will be revealed closer to the 740d's launch in September.
The 730d engine has been revised to give 41.5mpg and emit 178g/km (40.9mpg and 180g/km from the long-wheelbase 730Ld models).
New Sport models
BMW is also introducing M Sport models to the 7 Series range: these will have 19-inch alloy wheels, a bodykit, sports seats, an M Sport steering wheel, M sport door sills, brushed aluminium interior trim and anthracite headlining.
Other new 7 Series options on offer include an Executive Package (£2,515) for long-wheelbase models, which adds 19-inch multi-spoke alloys, TV connection, sun-protecting glass, electric rear sunblinds, front- and rear-seat heating, and a windscreen shade band. Executive Plus (£2,865) adds the above plus soft-close doors and front-seat lumbar support.
These new and revised models go on sale in September with orders being taken now.
What Car?
is brought to you by
Haymarket Consumer MediaWhat Car? is part of Haymarket Motoring
© Haymarket Media Group 2013
