2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.1

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Fullsize Sedan
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$91,250
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Good all-electric range for silent EV driving

Carries an expensive price tag compared to rivals

No changes for the 2019 model year

Luxurious and airy cabin feel

Not as engaging to drive

Offers decent fuel economy

Specs & Features

$91,250

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 2019 BMW 7 Series PHEV makes 322 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 255 horsepower while the electric motor manages 111 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2019 BMW 7 Series plug-in hybrid to cover 0-60 in 5.3 seconds. You can drive the 7 Series PHEV for 14 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for short trips in the city. Combined, the 7 Series PHEV achieves an impressive 64 MPGe combined while getting 24 mpg from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of $91,250, the 7 Series PHEV makes a formidable competitor in the fullsize sedan segment, competing with the likes of the Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Sedan and the Audi A8 L plug-in hybrid Sedan.

Buying Advice

With all being said, the BMW 7 Series PHEV is a step closer to saving the environment however with a handsome price tag. If you fancy buying this car, we would recommend going with the Parking assist package and the Night vision package. These would enhance the overall safety and convenience the car offers in return.

Trims

    740e iPerformance
    $91,250 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 322 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$91,250

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

8.09

Horsepower

322 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$83,800- $96,800

Gasoline

7.76

335 hp @ 5000 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

5

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$91,250- $134,300

Gasoline

8.15

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$106,400

plug-in-hybrid

8.7

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.2 sec--
    5.26 sec11.7 sec155 mph
    5.5 sec14.2 sec130 mph
    5.5 sec11.7 sec155 mph

    2019 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
      25 mpg29 mpg27 mpg12.1 gal.-
      58 mpg73 mpg23 mpg21.1 gal.-
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg21.7 gal.412.3/585.9 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/590.8 mi.

      2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        206.6 in.85.4 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        208.7 in.83.9 in.58.5 in.4.8 in.123.1 in.
        206.9 in.74.8 in.58.9 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        206.9 in.83.9 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.

        2019 Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid

        Ranked #4

        198.8 in.85.2 in.56 in.6 in.116.1 in.

        2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          10 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.
          12.5 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.-18.7 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.--

          2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            20.8 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.
            64 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.
            62.9 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.
            -18.7 cu.ft.-

            2019 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              899 lbs.4740 lbs.
              970 lbs.4751 lbs.
              1113 lbs.4885 lbs.
              -4553 lbs.

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