The 7 Series first hit the roads back in 1977 with the E23. It was met with such success that a second generation (E32) was needed by 1986, and there was also the option of a long-wheelbase model. Since then, there have been a total of seven generations, with BMW adding more technology, refinement and comfort with each update.
161 Used BMW 7 Series cars for sale
BMW, 7 Series
2020 (70) 3L M Sport 4dr
39£39,995
Finance available £801 pm
- 3L
- Miles
36.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2017 (17) 4.4L M Sport 4dr Auto
53Reduced
£21,995
Finance available £431 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
82.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Precision Motor Group
BMW, 7 Series
2015 (65) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
50£16,992
Finance available £357 pm
- 3L
- Miles
117.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2016 (66) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
53Reduced
£25,250
Finance available £498 pm
- 3L
- Miles
44.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Quality PX
BMW, 7 Series
2011 (11) 3L SE 4dr Auto
87Reduced
£6,597
Finance available £125 pm
- 3L
- Miles
107.4K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Motor Hunt
BMW, 7 Series
2021 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
1Low Mileage
£35,995
Finance available £718 pm
- 3L
- Miles
23.1K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2016 3L Unlisted 4dr
33£18,495
Finance available £359 pm
- 3L
- Miles
86.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
J.K. Car Sales NI LTD
BMW, 7 Series
2021 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
21£35,900
Finance available £716 pm
- 3L
- Miles
36.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Car Sales NI Ltd
BMW, 7 Series
2021 (21) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
34£33,500
Finance available £634 pm
- 3L
- Miles
32.9K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Big Motoring World Cannock
BMW, 7 Series
2016 3L Unlisted 4dr
31Low Mileage
£18,440
Finance available £358 pm
- 3L
- Miles
58.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
Baden Powell & Sons Limited
BMW, 7 Series
2012 (12) 3L SE 4dr Auto
50Low Mileage
£10,500
Finance available £212 pm
- 3L
- Miles
67.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2016 (16) 3L Unlisted 4dr Auto
86Reduced
£18,581
Finance available £361 pm
- 3L
- Miles
106.1K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2017 (67) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
77£21,990
Finance available £431 pm
- 3L
- Miles
65.6K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
MSP (NW) Ltd
BMW, 7 Series
2012 (12) 3L SE 4dr
2Low Mileage
£7,295
Finance available £140 pm
- 3L
- Miles
92.8K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
LCC Cars
BMW, 7 Series
2017 4.4L M Sport 4dr Auto
12Low Mileage
£24,599
Finance available £474 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
48.3K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2003 (53) 3L SE 4dr Auto
11Low Mileage
£2,795
Finance available £40 pm
- 3L
- Miles
99.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
MK Motors
BMW, 7 Series
2018 Unlisted 4dr Auto
54Low Mileage
£26,990
- Miles
36.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
AutoSportiva Ltd
BMW, 7 Series
2018 (68) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
44£23,990
Finance available £493 pm
- 3L
- Miles
78.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
BMW, 7 Series
2016 (7M) 3L M Sport 4dr Auto
50£19,749
Finance available £385 pm
- 3L
- Miles
73.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
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Why buy a used BMW 7 Series?
If you're in the market for a car that's large, comfortable and refined, then a used BMW 7 Series is a great choice. This premium saloon comes with a large amount of kit and is designed to impress even the most discerning passenger. With its extensive range of powertrain options, including a long-range PHEV, there's a 7 Series for any need.
BMW 7 Series snapshot review
Pros
- Extremely refined
- Fabulous interior
- Surprisingly low running costs
Cons
- It's a big car
- Expensive options
- Standard equipment not generous
BMW 7 Series by type
Used BMW 7 Series information
Engines and transmissions
BMW has offered petrol, hybrid and diesel configurations, with a manual or an automatic gearbox and rear- or four-wheel drive. Currently, the new 7 Series is only available as a petrol-hybrid model.
Petrol- 750e xDrive plug-in hybrid creates a combined 482bhp and provides up to 55 miles of travel on electric-only
- 760e xDrive plug-in hybrid increases the output to 563bhp with a similar electric driving range of 52 miles
- Older 740i uses a 3.0-litre engine to produce 321bhp and 41mpg, while the 750i uses a 4.4-litre V8 engine to generate 443bhp and 35mpg
- This 750i was later upgraded to 522bhp, but the fuel economy was reduced to 27.2mpg
- Range-topping M760Li has a 6.6-litre V12 engine that rivals supercars with power at 601bhp, and a fuel economy of 22mpg
- 725d has a 2.0-litre engine to output 227bhp and features efficiency of up to 46.3mpg
- 730d increases the output to 261bhp with a 3.0-litre engine, and the fuel economy could rise to 51.4mpg, depending on the model variant
740d boosts the rating to 315bhp, making it one of the more powerful diesels offered, with a fuel economy of up to 47.1mpg
Practicality
With ample space for all passengers, the BMW 7 Series is a practical executive saloon designed to keep everyone comfortable during the drive.
Interior space- Driver can easily get comfortable with a soft headrest and an adjustable backrest
- Rear seating space is perfect for taller adults
- Large glass roof allows for a brighter, more inviting cabin space
- 525-litre boot is big and square with a low-loading lip
- PHEV boot remains the same, which isn't the case with rivals such as the Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S580e
- Under-floor storage space allows for smaller items to be carried
Safety
- Euro NCAP hasn't safety tested the 7 Series
- Standard kit includes the BMW Active Protection System, which monitors driver distraction and takes preventative measures if an accident is imminent
Technology
- 12.3-inch driver display and 14.9-inch infotainment screen appear to be one under the curved glass, even though they are separate
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offer quick connections
- Available Bowers & Wilkins stereo can be fitted with equipment to vibrate and pulse the rear seat for an immersive experience
- An 8K 31-inch theatre screen with built-in internet connection that flips down from the roof can also be included
BMW 7 Series generations
Seventh Generation (2022 to Present)
Over four decades since its introduction, BMW launched a seventh-generation 7 Series with its first-ever electric configuration (the i7). The vehicle had a new design with a wide, tall grille and LED daytime running lights were installed higher up. New air intakes were also added along with a new lower grille for added cooling.
Several updates were made inside the cabin, including a new 12.3-inch driver display and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen - both were featured under glass, making them look like they were part of one display. A standard Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof contained a fixed, single glass surface encased within a steel frame.
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
- Engine Size:
- 3
- MPG:
- 33 - 2824
- Acceleration:
- 4.3 - 4.8 seconds
- Boot space:
- 525 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
M760e xDrive 4dr Auto
Cheapest
750e xDrive Excellence 4dr Auto
Fastest
M760e xDrive 4dr Auto
Sixth Generation (2015 to 2023)
BMW updated the 7 Series platform with a carbon-fibre reinforced polymer design. Nearly every design element was brand new with this generation, including the exhaust, paint colours, wheel designs and taillights. Even the kidney grille was larger.
In 2019, BMW offered an update with new headlights, and a new grille and bonnet. New vents were added to pull air from the wheel area, thereby reducing the aerodynamic lift of the vehicle. A full-width light strip was also installed in the rear.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 2 - 6.6
- MPG:
- 21 - 2824
- Acceleration:
- 3.6 - 7 seconds
- Boot space:
- 420 - 515 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
745Le xDrive 4dr Auto
Cheapest
725d 4dr Auto
Fastest
B7 4.4 Bi Turbo 4dr Switch-Tronic AWD
Fifth Generation (2008 to 2015)
BMW hoped to return to a more traditional style with the fifth-generation 7 Series. The large headlights were placed for a better connection with the bumper, while the long, straight lines were added to the car's design to make it look longer.
By 2012, the 7 Series was ready for a facelift, which included updates for new emissions standards. Most of the design remained, except for some new LED headlights and a redesigned bumper. There were also fewer slats added to the grille.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 3 - 6
- MPG:
- 21 - 50
- Acceleration:
- 4.6 - 7.3 seconds
- Boot space:
- 360 - 500 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
ActiveHybrid 7 SE 4dr Auto
Cheapest
730d SE 4dr Auto
Fastest
760Li 4dr Auto
Used BMW 7 Series FAQ's
Is the BMW 7 Series a good car?
With a refined look, advanced technology and decent pace, the BMW 7 Series ticks a lot of boxes. And with its choice of engines, you can choose a trim that suits your lifestyle and desired running costs. Cheaper than its rivals by Mercedes and Audi, it's also equipped with ample safety features. And although BMW isn't one of the top-rated car manufacturers for reliability, reported problems with the 7 Series are few. These include issues with the diesel engines, gearbox and interior trims.
Which BMW 7 Series is the best?
When it comes to speed, the M760Li xDrive is top of the range with its 6.6-litre twin-turbo V12 engine. Producing 602bhp, it reaches 62mph in just 3.7 seconds. However, if you're looking to save on fuel, the 740 and 750 trims handle brilliantly for their size with their carbon fibre giving them a lighter feel.
Is the BMW 7 Series expensive to maintain?
If you're looking to keep running costs down, you'll want to stay away from its petrol engines. The plug-in hybrid 745e is the most economical BMW 7 Series trim, boasting a fuel economy of 141mpg and low CO2 emissions of 46g/km. Thanks to its fixed emissions, it also gives you free access to certain cities with low emission zones. You'll also need to keep in mind the BMW 7 Series' high insurance groups as a result of its powerful performance and complex engineering - even the 740i and 730d sit in insurance groups 48 and 49. Annual road tax ranges from £165 to £580, while repairs can be expensive.
Where is the BMW 7 Series manufactured?
Since its launch in 1977, the BMW 7 Series has been manufactured at the BMW Group Plant in Dingolfing, Germany.
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