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BMW 7-Series Saloon review

2002 - 2008 (change model)
Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5

At a glance

Price new £45,785 - £85,150
Used prices £947 - £6,032
Road tax cost £415 - £735
Insurance group 43 - 49
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 387 - 678 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Supremely refined and comfortable, handles well for a large saloon, huge rear legroom

CONS

Ungainly styling, Mercedes S-Class more cosseting and sophisticated inside

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019 Updated: 10 October 2023

Overview

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying this 7-Series was a clean break from its conservative predecessor. A 2005 facelift toned the looks toned down and improved the engines and suspension, but styling aside, the large saloon is a wonderfully comfortable long distance cruiser with a range of refined powerplants and pleasing handling.