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2022 BMW 7 Series
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2022 BMW 7 Series

With the 2009 redesign, BMW's flagship lost its crispness. Handling lacks agility and as a result, the 750Li we tested doesn't shine at its limits. The ride is steady and supple but not that cushy. The turbo V8 is smooth, refined, and punchy. Gas and diesel six-cylinders are also available, along with a mighty V12. Many of the secondary controls are complex and frustrating to use. On the plus side, the roomy cabin is super-quiet and impeccably finished. Further, seat comfort is tops. The 2011 models brought an optional driver assistance package including lane-departure warning and blind spot detection systems. For 2013, the 7 Series got an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive was made available with the six-cylinder engine. For 2015, models were offered with a 255-hp diesel engine that came standard with all-wheel drive.

Market value
$37,600
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2022
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
sedan
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 8-speed
Category
Ultra luxury cars
Generation began
2016

Pricing

Current retail median
$37,600
Retail value range
$34,600 - $63,425
Original MSRP range
$86,800 - $157,800
Trade-in range
$31,155 - $57,555

Ratings

Road test score
99/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
76%

Fuel economy

EPA city
17 MPG
EPA highway
24 MPG
EPA combined
19 MPG
Tested city
14 MPG
Tested highway
33 MPG
Tested overall
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,265
Cruising range
440 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.4 sec
0-60 mph
5.3 sec
60-0 mph braking
131 ft
Avoidance speed
52.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
207 in
Width
75 in
Height
58 in
Wheelbase
126 in
Weight
4,710 lb
Maximum load
960 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
4 in
Front leg room
42.5 in
Rear head room
3.5 in
Rear leg room
32.5 in
Luggage
2+4+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
5/5
Driving
5/5
Styling
5/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
3/10
Greenhouse gas score
4/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About BMW

BMW’s sedans and SUVs regularly earn CR’s recommendations for packing industry-leading comfort and technology into vehicles that are agile, quick, and even fuel efficient. Among luxury brands like Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Lincoln, and Land Rover, BMW’s SUVs often rank near the top of their category. Models like the X5 are remarkable for having powertrains that accelerate quickly while also managing above-average fuel efficiency. Some BMWs can be bought as plug-in hybrids, with useful electric-only range, or in performance trims, with more powerful engines and stiffer suspensions. BMW’s growing roster of EVs also generally rank high in our tests. Like most luxury cars from European manufacturers, BMWs fall on the expensive side of our assessments of maintenance and repair costs, but some specific models are a good option to buy used. However, shoppers considering a preowned BMW should opt for warranties or budget for repairs.

Vehicle ID: 22885 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: December 4, 2025

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