2014 BMW ALPINA B7

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Rating8.3

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Fullsize Sedan
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$128,300 - $135,200
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Phenomenal power output

Sport mode makes the transmission too aggressive

Updated iDrive controller

Multiple wheelbases offered

Unimpressive cargo capacity

The optional frontal collision mitigation system now comes with a pedestrian detection feature

Excellent handling for a fullsize sedan

Adaptive cruise control system gest stop-and-go feature

Supremely supple ride quality and comfort

Specs & Features

$135,200

price

540 hp @ 5200 rpm

horsepower

538 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.4L 8cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the fullsize luxury sedan segment, the 2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Gran Coupe is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 Sedan, the Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive Sedan, and the Maserati Quattroporte GTS. With 2 trims in the lineup, the ALPINA B7 starts off at an MSRP of $128,300. It is offered with a 4.4L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 540 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the ALPINA B7 manages a 0-60 of 4.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG

Buying Advice

The 2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Gran Coupe is a potent, luxurious, and comfortable offering from the brand. Among the trims offered we recommend getting the more spacious long-wheelbase model that has a more comfy cabin and practicality to offer.

Trims

    Base
    $128,300 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • 21-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$128,300- $135,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.27

Horsepower

540 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque

538 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

Capacity

5

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$112,500

Gasoline

8.74

520 hp @ 6000 rpm

481 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

5

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$74,200- $119,000

Gasoline

8.25

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$102,500- $140,500

Gasoline

7.96

404 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$139,500

Gasoline

8.28

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

5

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$78,100- $200,500

Gasoline

8.22

310 hp @ 6200 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm

4

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2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.2 sec-194 mph
    2014 Audi S8

    Ranked #1

    3.9 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    4.22 sec12.1 sec118 mph
    4.6 sec13.3 sec176 mph
    5.7 sec13.7 sec121 mph
    6 sec14 sec-

    2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg21.1 gal.337.6/527.5 mi.
      18 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/590.8 mi.
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg21.7 gal.390.6/585.9 mi.
      2014 Audi S8

      Ranked #3

      15 mpg26 mpg19 mpg23.8 gal.357/618.8 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/506.4 mi.
      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/485.3 mi.

      2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        200.5 in.74.9 in.58.4 in.6 in.120.9 in.
        207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.5 in.124.8 in.
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        2014 Audi S8

        Ranked #3

        202.2 in.76.7 in.57.5 in.4.7 in.117.8 in.
        201.9 in.74.6 in.57.3 in.4 in.119.4 in.
        197.4 in.76 in.55.8 in.5.6 in.115 in.

        2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.
          15.2 cu.ft.106 cu.ft.80.1 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.44.6 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.-18.7 cu.ft.
          16.3 cu.ft.-16.3 cu.ft.
          2014 Audi S8

          Ranked #6

          13.2 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.

          2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            52.4 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            44.6 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.44.6 cu.ft.56 ft.
            80.1 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.80.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            2014 Audi S8

            Ranked #5

            13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.76 ft.
            18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-

            2014 BMW ALPINA B7 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              905 lbs.4655 lbs.
              -4101 lbs.
              -4806 lbs.
              1345 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2014 Audi S8

              Ranked #1

              1213 lbs.4685 lbs.
              -3854 lbs.

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