2009 BMW 7 Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The 2009 BMW 7 Series sees a lot of upgrades this year, including a new, more powerful and more efficient engine, a small weight loss, new...
The 2009 BMW 7 Series sees a lot of upgrades this year, including a new, more powerful and more efficient engine, a small weight loss, new lines, and BMW’s new Driving Dynamics Control system. This full-size luxury sedan seats five and delivers power to the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.
The new engine, a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, is more powerful, more efficient, and smaller than the base V8 from previous years. With 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque that make an appearance at 1,800 rpm, it will push the 4,500-pound vehicle past 60 mph in just over 5 seconds.
Driving Dynamics Control shows up this year, a system that adjusts suspension, steering, transmission, and driving assists depending on four user-selected settings - Comfort, Normal, Sport, and Sport+. This system includes Integral Active Steering, which allows three degrees of steering input from the rear wheels, as well as Electronic Differential Lock Control, BMW’s mechanical limited-slip system.
Comfort is as much a priority as performance in this, the flagship of the German automaker’s fleet. Seats and suspension both provide any of a number of combinations of performance/support and comfort, with more than enough of both for long trips. The styling refresh sees a new front end, with an integrated bumper that pulls the visual weight downward, for a more grounded appearance.
Also new for 2009 are a blind-spot alert, a lane-departure warning, a heads-up display, sideview and rearview cameras, high beams that automatically dim when oncoming traffic is detected, and a 40GB hard drive for the audio and navigation systems. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, an anti-skid system, front side, curtain side, and knee airbags, as well as a standard navigation and new version of the much-maligned iDrive system that has been praised for its upgrades.
What owners say
"Owners of the 2009 BMW 7 Series generally have a favorable impression of the vehicle, praising its power, comfort, and luxury features. Many drivers enjoy the impressive acceleration and driving experience, often describing it as exhilarating. On the downside, some feel that the car is overpriced for its age and mention difficulties with parking due to its large size. Fuel economy also tends to be a point of contention for some drivers."
This car is amazing in every aspect from looks to drive you can not find a better car. Plenty of space for the whole family! The back feels like you are being driven around in a limo. The technology is amazing from the accuracy of the navigation to the ease of use. This is a car that is fun to gets decent gas mileage.
August 6, 2014BMW 750Li is more than a super car in terms of hard body, stability, speed, equilibrium, weight, interior, luxury and safety. You will never regret using. BMW 750Li
November 7, 2024It is nice to press the gas of your family car and blow away many so called sports cars. It is nice to ride in the city and not be disturbed by the pandemonium outside. It is nice to have responsive handling and power in a car the kids fit in. The 750 is a fine automobile and if you can get one, please do.
April 12, 2012What owners say
This car is amazing in every aspect from looks to drive you can not find a better car. Plenty of space for the whole family! The back feels like you are being driven around in a limo. The technology is amazing from the accuracy of the navigation to the ease of use. This is a car that is fun to gets decent gas mileage.
August 6, 2014BMW 750Li is more than a super car in terms of hard body, stability, speed, equilibrium, weight, interior, luxury and safety. You will never regret using. BMW 750Li
November 7, 2024It is nice to press the gas of your family car and blow away many so called sports cars. It is nice to ride in the city and not be disturbed by the pandemonium outside. It is nice to have responsive handling and power in a car the kids fit in. The 750 is a fine automobile and if you can get one, please do.
April 12, 2012I have a lot of BMWs, but this beauty is my favourite. It accelerates from 0-100km/hs in less 6.5 seconds. The breaking is also fantastic. It is more than fun to drive this car, as its comfort is awesome.
November 19, 2009Great mileage yet overpriced for a 2009 model.
April 25, 2021i love the system and i hate the fuel price . I love the look of the car but it's not the fit car for my age i hated when i try to park because of the big size of the car .
April 1, 2013I have had this car for almost 12 months - and its a grower. Its a huge machine, but a pleaseure to drive. If I had one quibble its the dimensions of the thing. It cant fit in the garage, and I have managed to kerb 3 out of the 4 wheels
November 16, 2010Trims & specs
Base MSRP $80,300 | Seating 5 |
Engine 4.4L 400 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $84,200 | Seating 5 |
Engine 4.4L 400 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
