2021 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.2

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$95,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Superb Hybrid powertrain.

Expensive options list.

It gets no major changes for 2021.

Uncompromised luxury.

Exceptionally comfortable rear seats.

Specs & Features

$95,900

price

389 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

443 lb.-ft.

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 BMW 7 Series PHEVfares well in the fullsize sedan segment. Adding $10,000 to the price of the standard gasoline variant, the 7 Series PHEV hybrid carries a base price of MSRP $96,895, and is offered in a single trim option. The engine on service here is a familiar 3.0L turbocharged Inline-6 with an electric motor. Mated to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission, it makes 389 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy on offer is 22 MPG, making the increase in sticker price worth it. The performance of the 7 Series PHEV also improves here, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 MPH in 4.9 seconds. BMW offers the same 14 colors for the 7 Series PHEV.

Buying Advice

Since there is only one trim to choose from, the buying option comes down to the packages on offer. The AutoBahn package offers rear-wheel steering for better handling and a tighter turning circle, Upgraded adaptive suspension that preemptively adjusts to match road conditions. The Driving Assistance Professional package adds adaptive cruise control with enhanced highway driving aids, improved lane-keeping assist system and the Luxury Rear Seating package provides power-adjustable ventilated rear seats, massaging rear seats and rear-mounted tablet for control media.

Trims

    745e iPerformance
    $95,900 onwards
    • Apple CarPlay
    • Hands-Free liftgate
    • Keyless entry
    • Navigation system
    • Rain sensing wipers
    • Remote engine start

Compare to similar cars

Price

$95,900

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

8.21

Horsepower

389 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

443 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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2021 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.9 sec11.7 sec-
    4.9 sec13.4 sec130 mph

    2021 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
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg12.1 gal.229.9/314.6 mi.
      21 mpg26 mpg23 mpg17.2 gal.361.2/447.2 mi.

      2021 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        207.4 in.74.9 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        208.7 in.76.6 in.58.6 in.4.8 in.123.2 in.

        2021 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.96.9 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.
          10.4 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.

          2021 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.14.8 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.
            64 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.

            2021 BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              833 lbs.4848 lbs.
              970 lbs.5335 lbs.

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