8.6
2023 BMW 740i review
The BMW 7 Series is back for 2023 with a bold new look, a stunning interior, and a powertrain so refined you could might think it's electric.
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Scott Collie
2022 BMW 7 Series vs 2024 Audi S8 Comparison
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Based on the BMW 7 Series 40i MHEV
Based on the Audi S8 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO MHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
74L - 78L
178 to 1014 km
82L
861 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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3 year - 5 year
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MSRP
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$271,869 - $286,515
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Lavish, high-tech interior
- Staggeringly smooth drivetrain
- Beautiful, relaxed suspension setup
Misses
- The design is an acquired taste
- Big price rises relative to 2022 model
- It lives in a forgotten corner of the car world
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Storming twin-turbo V8 engine
- Sublime ride comfort, composure
- Limousine appointments
Misses
- Too fast and too good for Aussie roads
- Huge price tag
- Not as high-tech inside as some rivals
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Black Style Pack (+$700)
- Rear Seat Entertainment System - Dual Screen (+$4,100)
- Sensory Package (+$19,000)
Colours Available
There are nine exterior colours and three interior colour schemes available.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI, DIESEL TURBO F/INJ | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2993 - 6592 | 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 6.6L, 3.0L, 4.4L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO V12, TURBO 6, TWIN TURBO V8, DIESEL TURBO 6 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 - 48 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 195kW - 448kW | 420kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4000 - 5500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm - 850Nm | 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 2050 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 16.5 | 10 | |
