BMW 7 Series 740 Li
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Monday, February 09, 2009
The 2009 BMW 7-Series is redesigned, gaining freshened styling, more power, and a new version of BMW's iDrive control system. The front fascia of the new 7-Series is accentuated by flowing profile, large kidney grille, sculptural surfaces, flawless shoulder lines, front ornamented grille, metallic paintwork, chrome roof mouldings, chrome bumpers with illuminated BMW logo. The top-notch luxury car creates an inimitable effect with high-end luxurious exterior adornments.
The new BMW 7-Series is available in three variants, 730Ld (diesel), 740Li (petrol), and 750Li (petrol). The 730Ld is powered by 3.0L I-6 diesel engine whereas the petrol variants 740Li and 750i are powered by 4.0L and 4.8 respectively. Both the petrol variants are mated to V8 engine technology that improves performance and fuel efficiency.
The powerful and responsive engine technology of the new generation car is coupled to a 6-speed automatic transmission with septronic. This ensures fast and comfortable gear change and delivers maximum driving dynamics. In addition, the double-joint spring strut front axle suspension and aluminium integral rear axle suspension delivers a smooth and bump-free ride.
It is also adorned with innovative technologies like Dynamic Damper Control and Integral Active Steering that adds to the joy and comfort of driving. Dynamic Driving Control is a technology that adjusts dampers infinitely in the inbound and rebound strokes in accordance to the road as well as driving conditions. This new technology helps to absorb potholes and bumps on Indian roads. The intelligent Dynamic Driving Control also offers the driver four different stages of driving: comfort, normal, sport, and sport plus to deliver a thrilling driving experience.
The new BMW 7 Series stands for inspiring luxury, thrilling driving dynamics, and overwhelming visual presence. It is the result of stylish design and the supreme art of engineering. Not least, this top-end luxury saloon owes its trendsetting character to a wide range of innovations serving to make driving and travelling in the new BMW 7 Series an experience and lasting impression the driver and occupants will enjoy forever.
The sole transmission is a 6-speed automatic, with a shifter that moves to the floor from its mount on the steering column. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front and rear side airbags, knee airbags, and curtain side airbags. BMW's Active Roll Stabilization, designed to counter body lean, is part of the optional Sport Package, along with BMW's new Integral Active Steering, which adds speed-sensitive rear-wheel steering to BMW's Active Steering system.
Also standard is BMW's Dynamic Driving Control, which allows the driver to adjust the suspension, throttle response, transmission's shift characteristics, and power steering. A navigation system and wireless cell phone link are standard along with the new version of BMW's iDrive control for audio, navigation, and climate settings. All models continue to include steering-linked headlights, front- and rear-obstacle detection, and BMW Assist emergency and concierge service.
New for 2009 BMW 7 Series model is:
- Blind-spot alert
- Lane-departure warning
- A head-up display
- Sideview and rearview cameras
- High beams that automatically dim when oncoming traffic is detected.
- A 40-gigabyte hard drive for the audio and navigation systems, which allows for storage of up to 13 gigabytes of music files.
- MP3 player connectivity and satellite radio are also available.
- A night-vision system
- Adaptive cruise control
- DVD entertainment
- Keyless access/engine start.
Inside, the car emphasizes a clean look that focuses on the driver, with many controls accessible from a new three-spoke, multifunction steering wheel. BMW's new "Black Panel" technology makes much of the instrument cluster appear blank when not in use, and the new transmission lever moves back to its traditional place on the console. One of the most striking and elegant feature in the car's interior is the state-of-art entertainment system that is a standard feature in the 750Li variant.
This innovative and advanced car audio system includes a four-zone automatic air-conditioner, the optional contour sliding roof, multi-purpose wind deflector, comfortable seats, and a high-end car audio system. Buyers who choose the 7 Series over its Mercedes and Audi competitors typically prefer spending time behind the wheel; BMW is making sure its new 7 won't disappoint them.