2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.5

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$89,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Authoritative acceleration

Lacks regular-wheelbase

Hybrid variant debuts

Sports car like handling

AWD is available

Sleek and futuristic interior

Plenty of tech and safety features

Adaptive air suspension is a plus

Specs & Features

$89,100

price

322 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft.

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 9.2 kWh battery, fused to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission, the 2017 BMW 7 Series PHEV makes 322 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 255 horsepower while the electric motors manage 111 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2018 BMW 7 Series PHEV cover 0-60 in 5.1 seconds. You can drive the 7 Series PHEV for 14 miles on the electric system alone, making it suitable for small trips in the city. Combined, the 7 Series PHEV achieves an impressive 64 MPGe combined while getting 27 MPG from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP of $89,100, the 7 Series PHEV makes a formidable competitor in the fullsize sedan segment, competing with the Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid.

Buying Advice

As there is only one trim to choose from, we recommend getting the Executive package that adds features like a head-up display, power rear sunshades, ceramic-trimmed controls and multi-contour front seats with additional power adjustments.

Trims

    740e iPerformance
    $89,100 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$89,100

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

8.54

Horsepower

322 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$189,000- $244,600

Gasoline

8.49

500 hp @ 6000 rpm

487 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$75,095

plug-in-hybrid

7.64

335 hp

432 lb.-ft.

5

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plug-in-hybrid

8.63

436 hp

479 lb.-ft.

5

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2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.1 sec-103 mph
    4.9 sec13.2 sec-
    5.2 sec13.8 sec152 mph
    5.5 sec11.7 sec155 mph

    2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      62 mpg68 mpg27 mpg12.1 gal.-
      54 mpg63 mpg26 mpg16.6 gal.-
      23 mpg29 mpg26 mpg15.6 gal.-
      14 mpg24 mpg17 mpg24 gal.336/576 mi.

      2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        206.6 in.85.4 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        208.6 in.78.1 in.58.6 in.7 in.120.7 in.
        206.5 in.83.9 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.

        2017 Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid

        Ranked #5

        198.8 in.85.2 in.56 in.5 in.116.1 in.

        2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.8 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.
          16.7 cu.ft.102 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.
          10.6 cu.ft.92.1 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.
          9.5 cu.ft.-9.5 cu.ft.

          2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            44.4 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.-
            20.8 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.-
            72.2 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.76 ft.
            9.5 cu.ft.9.5 cu.ft.9.5 cu.ft.-

            2017 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1444 lbs.4740 lbs.
              1576 lbs.5115 lbs.
              1223 lbs.5329 lbs.
              -4537 lbs.

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