1994-2001 7 Series OverviewBMW 7 Series Overview (1994 - 2001)
E38
Tech Specs Summary
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- 128 - 155 mph
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- 6.6 - 11.4 seconds
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- 141 - 322 BHP
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- 20.5 - 37.7 mpg
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- 1,725 - 2,110 kg
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- 500 L
This generation of the BMW 7 Series (E38) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1994 - 2001. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 141 BHP 2.5 L Inline 6 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 322 BHP 5.4 L V12 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 7 Series is the BMW 750i which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 322 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 164 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 725tds is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 704 miles and can store 500 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,975 kg.