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BMW 7 Series Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 BMW 7 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 2nd May 2009 classified as a F01. The BMW 7 Series is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $206,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 7 Series is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 240 kW of power (at 5800 rpm) and 450 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 7 Series Base uses 9.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 232g of CO2. It has a 82L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 828km per full tank
The BMW 7 Series measures 1479mm (58.2 inches) in height, 5072mm (199.7 inches) in length, 1902mm (74.9 inches) in width with a 3070mm (120.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1860kg (4100.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The 7 Series Base comes standard with 245/50 R18 front tyres and 245/50 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
96.51 - 183.91 kW/t
96.08 kW/t
198.2 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
490 litres
520 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 13 L/100km
6.6 L/100km
16.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
677 - 1,176 km
568 km
1,364 km
Price
$202,600 - $388,199
$188,000
$657,057
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 years
2 years
6 years
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Dimensions
5,072 mm
1,902 mm
1,479 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,072 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,902 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,070 mm |
| Load Capacity | 645 mm |
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Explore BMW 7 Series Features & Specs
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Side Doors: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Adjustment Head Restraint: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 9
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 9
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 232
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 2979
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N54b30o0
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.6
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.7
Main Capacity (L): 82
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 828
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 514
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 24
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 17
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 326
Maximum Power (kW): 240
Maximum Torque (Nm): 450
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: Zf 6hp26
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Adjustable Anti Roll Bar: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: F01
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.4
Front Track (mm): 1611
Overall Height (in): 58.2
Overall Height (mm): 1479
Overall Length (in): 199.7
Overall Length (mm): 5072
Overall Width (in): 74.9
Overall Width (mm): 1902
Rear Track (in): 65.0
Rear Track (mm): 1650
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12200
Wheelbase (in): 120.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3070
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1032
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 978
Front Hip Room (in): 60.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1541
Rear Hip Room (in): 60.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1540
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1503
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1458
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2505
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5523
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1860
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4101
Tare Weight (kg): 1806
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Graphic Equaliser: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Internet Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Neck Support: yes
Rear Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Neck Support: yes
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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