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BMW 7 Series Long (E66) 745Li (333 Hp) Steptronic
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BMW 7 Series:
The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by the German automaker BMW since 1977. It is the successor to the BMW E3 "New Six" sedan and is now in its seventh generation.
The 7 Series is BMW's flagship car and is only available in a sedan bodystyle. It traditionally introduces technologies and exterior design themes before other models in BMW's lineup.
The first generation of the 7 Series was powered by straight-6 petrol engines, and following generations have been powered by inline-4, straight-6, V8 and V12 engines with both natural aspiration and turbocharging. Since 1995, diesel engines have been optional in the 7 Series....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Long (E66) Overview:
BMW 7 Series (Long (E66)). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1910 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
745Li (333 Hp) Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers excellent, authoritative performance with its powerful V8, providing strong acceleration and effortless cruising, striking a great balance between power and refinement.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is substantial, as expected from a powerful V8 in a large car, but competitive within its segment for the performance offered.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and luxurious interior appointments.
- • Powerful and refined engine options, especially V8 and V12.
- • Advanced technology for its time, including iDrive.
- • Spacious long-wheelbase variant offers superior rear passenger room.
Cons:
- • Controversial 'Bangle Butt' exterior design not universally loved.
- • Complex iDrive system can be frustrating and dated by modern standards.
- • High maintenance and repair costs, particularly for V8/V12 engines and electronics.
- • Fuel consumption is high across the board, especially for larger engines.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E38, facelift 1998: 2000 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 7 Series |
| Generation: | Long (E66) |
| Modification (Engine): | 745Li (333 Hp) Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 333 Hp @ 6100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.7 Hp/l [185mm more] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | N62B44 More details about the engine N62B44 |
| Engine displacement: | 4398 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 14.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 174.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 235.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1910 |
| Max. weight: | 2490 |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5169 mm mm [185mm more] |
| Width: | 1902 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Height: | 1492 mm mm [57mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3130 mm mm [200mm more] |
| Front track: | 1578 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1582 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Steptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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