8.6
2023 BMW 740i review
The BMW 7 Series is back for 2023 with a bold new look, a stunning interior, and a powertrain so refined you could might think it's electric.
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Scott Collie
BMW 7 Series vs Audi S8 Comparison
BMW 7 Series
Audi S8
2024 BMW
7 Series
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2024 Audi
S8
How they stack...
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8.6
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Based on the BMW 7 Series 40i MHEV
Based on the Audi S8 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO MHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
74L
585 km
82L
836 to 861 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
3 year - 5 year
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MSRP
$272,900
$259,877 - $287,600
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Lavish, high-tech interior
- Staggeringly smooth drivetrain
- Beautiful, relaxed suspension setup
Misses
- The design is an acquired taste
- Big price rises relative to 2022 model
- It lives in a forgotten corner of the car world
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Storming twin-turbo V8 engine
- Sublime ride comfort, composure
- Limousine appointments
Misses
- Too fast and too good for Aussie roads
- Huge price tag
- Not as high-tech inside as some rivals
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- 21 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$2,600)
- Connoisseur Lounge (+$27,900)
- Individual Two-tone Paint (+$17,500)
- Individual Leather/Wool Combination (+$15,800)
- Individual Paintwork (+$2,600)
- Sensory Package (+$19,000)
Colours Available
There are nine exterior colours and three interior colour schemes available.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2998 | 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 6 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 280kW | 420kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5200 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 540Nm | 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1850 | 2000 - 2050 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11 | 10 | |
