BMW 7 Series 2019–2022 car dimensions: 5120 mm long, 1902 mm wide and 1467 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,900 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The cabin has a 10.2-inch touchscreen iDrive with navigation, gesture control and wireless charging. Apple CarPlay comes standard with a trial period. Four-zone automatic climate control is standard. Active Driving Assistant is standard and covers city automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot warning, lane-departure warning with steering impulse, and rear cross-traffic alert. Front and rear parking sensors plus a reversing camera are standard. Basic cruise control is standard. active cruise with stop-and-go and full lane-keeping assist sit in a package. Android Auto arrived later via update on some iDrive 7 cars.
Boot volume is 515 litres with seats up on most models and a powered tailgate. A through-loading system is standard for long items. Rear seats do not fold flat to expand the space. Plug-in hybrids lose some volume to the battery pack.
Braked towing capacity reaches 2100 kg on many variants, with unbraked at 750 kg. Payload sits around 435 kg on US-spec examples and higher on some European diesels. Two-axle air suspension is standard and helps with load levelling.
This is a luxury sedan, not set up for heavy work use. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in the published equipment lists.
The cabin feels spacious and quiet with multi-contour power seats offering extensive adjustment including lumbar and bolsters on higher grades. Optional ventilated and massaging seats front and rear plus Executive Lounge with power footrest create a relaxing lounge. Ambient lighting, optional fragrance ionization, and panoramic roof with Sky Lounge add calm. Heated surfaces and four-zone climate keep all occupants comfortable on long trips.
Fuel economy varies by engine: six-cylinder around 20-29 mpg combined range, V8 lower, diesels more efficient, plug-in hybrids with electric range.
Condition-based service with oil changes typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months.
NHTSA 5-star overall rating. IIHS Top Safety Pick+ in relevant years.
Standard Active Driving Assistant with collision warning, lane departure, blind-spot monitoring, and airbags all around.
Engines range from efficient six-cylinders and diesels to V8, V12, and plug-in hybrids. Official figures show combined consumption from low single digits for hybrids in electric mode up to higher for performance variants. Real-world use depends on driving style and load.
Servicing follows BMW Condition Based Service. The system monitors needs and flags oil, filters, and other items. Intervals commonly align with 10,000 miles or yearly for basic work. Chain-driven engines avoid belt changes. Dealer or specialist care keeps systems like air suspension and electronics in check.
Safety includes standard dual front, side, and curtain airbags plus Active Protection that tightens belts and closes windows if a crash is likely. Driver aids cover forward collision with braking, lane keep, blind spot, and rear cross traffic. Higher packages add adaptive cruise and more. Crash tests confirm strong protection.
Living with the car means enjoying the quiet cabin and air suspension ride. Keep up with software updates and regular checks on complex features like massage seats or fragrance system. Tyre and brake wear is normal for a heavy luxury sedan. use genuine parts for best results.
Length 5120 mm, Width 1902 mm, Height 1467 mm, Wheelbase 3070 mm (7 Series 2019–2022)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Technical data BMW 7 Series Saloon SWB March 2019.