BMW 7 Series price in Kenya | Specs | Full review

Do you want a thrilling drive in a comfy thing that displays class? If yes, you will have to put a list of top luxury long-wheelbase Sedans. Now, there must be an order in which you list these cars, to do this, you will need to understand them. The BMW 7 series is among them, to help you rate it, we will look at the features it offers and list the prices of different models in Kenya.

Introduction to the BMW 7 Series

This series of luxury vehicles are manufactured by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG(BMW) and competes with other top luxury Sedans such as the Audi A8, Jaguar Xj and the Mercedes S class. The BMW 5 series has been in the market since 1977 and can be placed at the top of the luxury sedans from BMW, that is the 5 series and the entry-level BMW 3 series.

BMW 7 Series price in Kenya

The price of the car will vary based on its condition, the seller, the model and even the trim level. Still, we can be able to give a range of the price in the market, that is what we are going to do below.

BMW 7 Series Specifications

Just like you would expect in a luxury sedan, you get a lot of top-notch features from the 7 series. From the exterior, and interior to the engine. We are going to look at all this below.

There are different models and trim levels in the 5 series, the higher trim levels come with more features and of course, their price is also high. You can choose from different models in the series which include 730d, 740dX, 50i, 40i and M760Li.

1. BMW 7 Series Exterior

The vehicle is long with low ground clearance, it looks aggressive and the side profile has curvy lines. However, it might not be the best-looking vehicle in its class, this will also depend on your view and preference.

Here are the exterior specs of the BMW 7 Series:

• The has 4 doors(two front and two rear)
• The ground clearance is around 6.0 inches which is below the recommended 6.5 inches on our roads
• At the front are the two BMW grills and the logo on the hood
• The fog lights available on some models add to the aggressive look of the vehicle
• The vehicle has up to 21 inches alloy wheels depending on the trims
• The car has LED headlights and daytime running lights
• You get a power tailgate
• Twin exhaust system
• The sunroof is a standard
• Also, air suspension comes as a standard
• Parking sensors
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. BMW 7 Series Interior

This being at the top of the BMW sedans makes it a vehicle to have a crush on when it comes to the interior. It is very spacious, comfortable, full of tech features and built with premium materials.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• Of course, due to its long size, you get plenty of legroom
• The headroom is also great
• The interior is made of Nappa leather(soft leather) with wood trim and metal finish
• Memory seats will help you have different settings for different drivers. You also get heated seats
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, two gloveboxes and seat jacket pockets
• The middle back seat can be converted into an armrest that has cupholders and a storage compartment
• With 500 liters of boot space, you will carry large-sized luggage in the vehicle
• There are also USB and Sockets on both rows for charging your devices. higher trims have wireless charging
• The iDrive infotainment system is simple to use and can be controlled through the swivel wheel or touch screen
• A digital drivers display is another additional feature
• Recent models come with a voice command recognition system
• The sound system can also be controlled through gesture
• Ambient lighting features are also available
• In higher trims, you get two screens at the back
• All-zone climate control
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• Electric controlled steering wheel
• Other features include start-stop assist, different driving modes, paddle shifts and a park assist feature

3. BMW 7 Series Engine specs

For such a huge heavy vehicle to have a good driving experience, you will need high-performance engine options. Luckily, this did not slip BMW as you are going to notice from BMW.

Here is a list of engine specs for the BMW 7 Series:

• The engine capacities available include 2.0L, 3.0L and 4.4L
• The engines come with turbocharge options
• You can choose between petrol, diesel and hybrid
• Engine power goes up to 530hp if you go for the biggest engine(4.4L). Most people however prefer the 3.0L turbo-diesel
• Most of the models have the 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox
• 7 series cars are All Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption is around 11.39km/l. This also depends on your driving style
• Lastly, the car has a tank capacity of up to 78 Liters

While the BMW 7 series is a long vehicle, driving it doesn’t feel something close to a long vehicle that you losing control over. Instead, you feel like you are driving a normal-sized sedan. The is little to no body roll, great comfort not to mention the great handling. Due to its large size, parking might be intimidating, however, in recent models, you get a parking assist feature that comes n handy,

If you want a car that shows class, and is fun to drive, this limousine is something to go by. The 7 Series comes at a high price, also you will need a good budget to run the vehicle especially due to the maintenance cost.