2003 BMW 7-Series reviews and buying
guide.
2003
BMW 7-Series resources:
2003 BMW 7-Series
At the top of the BMW family, the 7-Series sedans offer
the utmost collection of performance and luxury. The
2003 BMW 745i and its limousine like counterpart, the
5.5-inch longer model 2003 BMW 745Li edition, are the
blueprint, returning from last year, for the new flagship
2003 BMW 760Li. The first two are already the big boys
on the block with plenty of V8 power and tremendous
luxury details but the 760Li has them both beat. Powered
by a V12, 6.0-liter engine with more power than any
other BMW sedan, this model rules the roost.
The 7-Series is a true luxury car series aimed at rich
people. They are designed for those who have other people
drive for them but who nevertheless expect the best
and demand superior power and handling to be there when
needed. The classic BMW lines make a statement but at
the same time, they advertise an appetite for performance
oriented excitement rather than stately and perhaps
boring luxury for its own sake. Some cars speak to their
owner's success. The BMW 7-Series speaks to this same
success but it adds a few messages about an adventurous
fast-lane personality as well.
Under the Hood
The BMW 745i and 745Li sedans come with a powerful
V8 engine. It is coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission
and it gets 18/26 mpg. This 4.4-liter dual overhead
cam powerhouse gets 325hp at 6100rpm and 7-Series lb-ft
of torque at 3600rpm. This engine transmission blend
manages to get from 0-60 in just under 6 seconds. The
760Li has an even more powerful V12 engine. Capable
of producing over 400 hp and nearly 450lb-ft of torque,
the 760Li will be one of the most powerful cars on the
road.
BMW is particularly concerned about performance and
with its top-level sedans that concern is expressed
by a smooth and comfortable cruiser with racing car
capability. Sophisticated BMW power management and control
technology includes such details as all-season and dynamic
traction control, antiskid system, dynamic stability
control, massive 4-wheel antilock ventilated disc brakes
with dynamic brake control. Extensive passive safety
details are in place as well; dual front, front and
rear upper and lower airbags are all standard.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The maximum level of BMW luxury means that the 7-Series
has just about everything they could throw into it,
including 16-way power front seats on the 745Li, a navigation
system, a cellular phone, BMW Assist, front and rear
dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery,
wood trim and such items as rain-sensing wipers with
deicer and heated washer streams.
These two cars have just about the top level of luxury
but even so, there are assorted options packages that
allow a level of choice beyond that which is already
in place. For example, the luxury seat package replaces
the front seats with 16-way front ventilated and massaging
seats.
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