Test drive BMW 7 series F01 02 since 2008 sedan

Driver? Passenger?

BMW 7-Series. Price: from 3,206,000 rubles. On sale: since November 2008
The new BMW seven has a pronounced sporty character, which manifests itself in appearance, in handling, and in dynamics. It was believed that cars of this segment are intended exclusively for a passenger who only concern comfort and safety. However, the novelty breaks old stereotypes
Test pilot
Stanislav Pavlov, 37 years old deputy chief editor of the magazine, driving experience for 20 years, personal car - Mazda6
The fact that the new seven attracts increased attention, we understood on the very first day of the tests. The organizers of the test laid the route in the vicinity of Dresden, located in East Germany. But our crew had other priorities. We decided to rush to Prague, to which, as the navigation system showed, to go about seventy kilometers. In addition to the technical parameters of BMW, we will check if the border with the Czech Republic is really canceled.
If the previous version of the seven was not in doubt that the car was created for the passenger in the back seat, now the appearance of the BMW without the slightest stretch can be called sports. This is quite fit into the style of the Bavarian model range. But, sorry, we are dealing with a real limousine. How will the banker have not yet been ruined, flipping out a fresh Financial Times on the back sofa? This is the trick.
The car is designed for both the driver and the passenger. Those who are sitting driving will like the front panel oriented with a display operating using Black Panel technology. The standard package includes an automatic checkpoint electronic selector at the central console in the immediate vicinity of the dynamics control panel. The multifunctional steering wheel with advanced management functions does not leave indifferent. The improved IDRive system differs from the previous 10.2-inch display with a high resolution, optimized menu structure and a new controller.
The passenger does not remain in the left. Thanks to the system for regulating the dynamics of movement, the driver by pressing the button can change the stiffness of shock absorbers, creating the most comfortable conditions. And as an option, a system of suppression of rolls is proposed, which also contributes to the rest of the rear passenger.
In less than an hour and a half, we drove to the outskirts of Prague. No border guards, passport controls, and the country is completely different. Praise to the one who came up with the European Union! An authentic institution pleased with a sausage plate, bells and freshest beer, which is brought a second after the order. After a plentiful meal and walks around the old city, they gathered on the return trip.
hali is not fast 120 kilometers, allowing everyone to go around themselves in the left lane. In about forty minutes they slipped out the former border, which can be recognized by abandoned border boards. In the rear -view mirror, an old Mondeo loomed. With a strain, he overtook our limousine, and then a green hand with a striped wand fell out of the rear window. The gesture unequivocally directed us into a roadside pocket. Obeyed.
Ausweis, bitte!
We hold out the law enforcement officers of law and passport.
Are you going from Moscow?
No, from Dresden.
— ???
In the morning we left Dresden to Prague, and now we are going back.
Open the trunk!
The virgin clean luggage compartment finally confused police thoughts, but there is nothing to complain about. Let go.

We do not love
The new Idrive system controller in its capabilities is more like a computer joystick. Modernly
The rear view cameras extremely facilitate the maneuvers in the parking lot or in the garage. Comfortable
The windows control buttons and seats memory are located exactly under the brush of the left hand. Thought out

Driving
The BMW 7th series will appeal to the driver. True, many stabilization systems are carefully monitored by the driver’s sporting impulses.
Salon
It is characterized by luxury and quality of materials. In addition, the convenience of the location of the control organes should be highly highlighted at hand.
Comfort
Each of the passengers is provided with sufficient space. At the same time, the driver feels very comfortable.
Safety
The new seven claims to be the highest ratings of Euro NCAP. Description of security systems will take more than one page.
Price
It is clear that such a car cannot be cheap. The seven is bought by people who do not feel sorry for any money to maintain their own image.
Advantages and disadvantages
+ The car is good for both the driver and passengers.
- Not all options are available in Russia.

Specifications
Mark and model - BMW 750 Li
Dimensions - 5212x1902x1478 mm
Engine - gasoline, twinturbo, 4395 cm3, 407 l. S./5500 min--1
Transmission - automatic, 6 -speed
Dynamics - Max 250 km/h; 5.3 s to 100 km/h
Competitors-Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, Lexus LS460

Our opinion
The BMW 7th series has left the image of a classic limousine for a smooth transportation of a bossy body. In appearance, and in dynamics, and in management, the sports is guessed inherent in other representatives of the Bavarian model range. Meanwhile, the flagship has everything necessary to ensure maximum comfort.
Author: Stanislav Pavlov
 
 

Source: Magazine 5 wheel [January 2009]